This is why I been watching you for years, Because you always follow up on any issues regarding any phone you use long term. The Honesty is really appreciated
As someone who got the Z Fold 2, I'm so bored with it tbh. It's still very useful to have a big screen and whatnot, but I'm so done with apps looking weird on both screens. My next phone will be a regular slab most likely
@@maybebeltran221 I ended up getting the note 20 ultra over the fold 2 for that reason, alot of comments on how poorly the apps are optimized for it. I'll probably wait 2-3 more years for apps to properly work on the device
The used phone market is a possibility if you don't mind last year's hardware. Used prices on these super top end phones tend to fall fast. The first z flip is now only $400 and the razr is like $350
I'm beating the crap out of my Z flip. One of the rubber corner on the inside fell off when I ripped my phone off a tripod holder. Now it's running the finish off the top since there's no rubber there anymore. Still loving this phone!
@@c0784 I guess they're referring to "The Importance of Being Earnest," a play by Oscar Wilde. "Ergonomic" sounds like "earnest," after all. Or at least the first syllable does.
The best series after retro reviews While retro makes us appreciates the past, this series excited us how foldables will shape the future. Love how these series strikes a perfect balance between nostalgia of yesteryear and excitement for the coming future. Pure gold
God I would love one of these if the outside screen came with an S-Pen (bonus points if it somehow works on the folding screen too, and without scratching the hell out of it)
yeah seen that kind of fracturing on the display on 3 different occasion, a Fold 1 demo before it got pulled because someone decided to prick it with their nails then the current Z flip Demo has a clear line on it. right now the new Z Fold 2 still hasn't, probably because the store decide to case it behind a plastic cage that you gotta ask the attendant to open so less people are getting the chance to be handsy with it
I'm 2 months into owning my fold 2 and absolutely love it. It's over the top considering I only read articles and watch a lot of TH-cam but it's such a great luxury
Thanks for this video. My daily driver too is a Z Fold 2 and I wasn't aware of these cracks appearing in the centre crease. I've had my phone for 6 months now and I really do hope if this is going to happen, I hope it occurs before the Samsung Care expires, otherwise it will be a hefty cost to replace. Will keep an eye out for it and update on my experience.
I had the exactly same cracks in my Z Fold 2s inner screen after about 6 months of continous use. But i got it replaced under guarantee no problem, and while using a S20FE in the meantime, it really stood out how much i got used to the big screen already
Talking about aspect ratios, the current trend from TH-cam smartphone/tech content creators doesn't look that great on a TV; it's akin to watching a movie with the original movie AR on an old 4:3 CRT.
As someone who just got a Z Fold2 just a week ago I'm anxiously waiting for your follow up video on the topic. I've loved it so far but it's a shame ownership means you always have the worries of your phone one day randomly breaking.
While I haven't had one and probably will not have one for a long time. It is heartening to see OEMs doing something different/interesting in the otherwise rectangular slab world of smartphones. As always Michael an excellent video, keep up the good work! 👍
This is the best LOOKING folding phone I think we've seen yet. I know you don't like it but I personally would rather no hole punch at all for the large screen. The way the device is wedge shaped to fit better in the hand, the way the bezels are the same size all the way around the device (seriously why can't every phone do this???), it's just the most visually appealing folding phone. It's the first one that really is starting to look like it could be a consumer device, minus the price and google stuff of course.
That phone is gorgeous, I hope the next Samsung fold takes that lopsided kindle oasis like design and makes the outer screen a more sensible ratio. If it wasn't for the lack of wireless charging and the lack of a google play store, I think this would be my next phone unless the next fold is significantly better.
Hey Michael, loving the whole into the fold series, I’ve just bought a Z flip 5G. Super excited for it. Where do you get those brilliant Star Trek communicator screensavers from?
Loving the review perspective. I picked the S21 Ultra over the Fold 2 with the fear that you just confirmed. A few years to go for foldables to become mainstream durable, but I'm glas we're getting there. :)
In Germany for 11 dollars you can go to the restaurant (besides corona) and get a full meal, salad and a coke^^ I miss it ;(. But HelloFresh is also a nice Idea. We have a Vorwerk Thermomix, maybe take a look on this one as a tech youtuber!
I love the honesty in your reviews. I wish all reviewers would go back to reviewing products instead of just presenting them, or worse, hyping them up when they're not worth it...
I'm still using the original galaxy fold and don't have any of that cracking down the middle, so it's probably got something to do with the UTG perhaps? Anyway awesome video as always!
Please continue this series. It's awesome and just saved me a lot of money as I like to buy flagships and use them extensively for an enthusiast (4 years) and settled on the foldable route for my next purchase but seeing how these phones can't really last even one year I guess I have to wait longer since yearly upgrades aren't my thing for environmental reasons.
Great I just bought a fold 2 to go along with my note 20 ultra for work and a note 10 plus 5g for personal use. Only hope is that the fold 2 will hold up ok since it will only be used at home/weekends.
I've lost count on how many Duo calls I've had on the Fold 2 while folded! Still this looks slick! Can't wait for these things to become slimmer without battery life taking a hit
My Z flip did that unexpectedly! Was working perfectly for a year... Then one morning I woke up with a dead pixel. Hadn't dropped it or abused it. When I folded it shut, I heard distinct cracking noises. Opened it back up and a line of cracks across the middle. FML. A brand new one actually wound up to be cheaper than a replacement screen.
I've had the Z Fold2 for 6 months. I can never go back to a traditional phone. Yes, I'm happy to be a guinea pig working out the technical kinks. It's that good.
Man, I can't wait to see the advancements in foldables. The Z Fold2 is the best phone I've ever owned. I don't think I could ever go back to a single standard sized screen.
@@Leo23XR Nothing out of the ordinary. My original internal screen protector is pretty nasty at this point tho. I have an aftermarket screen protector, I just haven't taken the time to replace it. The pre-installed outer screen protector is still on mine, and is still in great shape. Have had the phone for 6 months now. Only thing I hated about the phone, was the lack of good case options for it. Lol
Wow that asymmetrical design is really boss!! at this point im getting sad feeling i have to wait a couple years for the kinks and pricing to be worked out - i truly was planning to get the X3 w stylus capabilities -but for 2grand it really should be thoroughly worked out better -excellent presentation as always :)
This is my 69th video of yours in the last few days, and no I didn't do that on purpose. I just hit the play all on your channel and stopped to see how many I've seen. I'm back in April of 2020, just finished with your SE video. That's about 11 1/2 hours of MrMobile. Thanks for the great content for when I'm bored at work. Been a subscriber for a few years, glad to be considered one of your old fanbase. Just catching up on missed videos (2020 was rough).
Actually I was waiting for Z Fold 3 but, your video dissuaded me to jump to folding phones yet. I mean, you are right, there is no guarantees the screens won’t just die every year!
Really good presentation and information Mr. M. I remain unconvinced about foldables, mostly because of the issue you highlight in the samsung device but also that cost 😲 I can't see why someone wouldn't buy a really nice laptop instead and I love phone technology almost as much as yourself.
I've revisited the Duo every two weeks or so. In fact I tried moving back into it after the Fold2 went out for repair, but only managed to last half a day. IMO, it's still criminally undercooked, far too fragile, and it's not being updated at nearly the speed needed to make it competitive. But I'm glad you're enjoying yours!
@@TheMrMobile thanks for the reply...appreciate it. I'm not sure you have stuck with it long enough - 'half a day'. It needs to be at least a week. It really isn't as undercooked as you say, yes there are things that can be improved but for a 1.0 it is very good. I have used it as a daily driver with and without the bumper and skins and it has held up VERY well. The screens are as good as ever, the battery life is still good, it has the cracked charger port thing, but don't even notice it. The software is very reliable with occasional glitches, but all in all it is brilliant. Just saying.
The same thing happened to my z fold 2 I realized cracking down the middle... I have Samsung insurance so they replaced it for me free of charge. But the bad news is that they couldn't give me the mystic bronze color I initially bought. So I settled with the black one. Oh plus they didn't have any more unlocked variants. So I had to get the Sprint version...I really hope SAMSUNG address this issue with the z fold 3
Huawei made sure that Google services can be side loaded onto the X2 so that really isn't a concern if you want one. I'm absolutely convinced as a Huawei folding phone user for almost a year that Huawei make THE best folding phone available on the planet.
Lol shit take was shit. The Mate X/XS was fucking trash that scratched to hell if you looked at it funny and the plastic screen on this $2800 monstrosity felt like ass compared to proper uniform & solid feeling UTG displays from the competition. Huawei is and has been an also-ran for basically everything in smartphones for a long while now. 🤷 Oppo makes some good foldables, but Huawei makes junk.
@@markedgerton4170Lol you done fucking goofed. 🤣 Even if you didn't want Samsung you should have waited for the Pixel Fold or OnePlus Open over that trash. Also, no, the Galaxy Fold's have been better phones than the Mate's at basically every juncture. The difference in software quality and capability is fucking STARK! Samsung's foldable specific software is still the best in the game although many would argue Oppo (OnePlus) has the better hardware.
I do think that the foldable phones are the future, the design may not be polished and optimized right now, and the price may be too high. But as the technology advances and becomes more mainstream, it might just be the average smartphone standard. Can't wait to see how companies change and advanced the design in the future :D
Definitely noticed the same wear on my motorola razr 5G. When the screen is on it isn't really that bad but man once it's reflects outside in the sun it's all I can see. I like my razr but with this, the sad sad battery, and the paint chipping off the side (I have the gold version) I am probably not going toward another foldable phone for at least a couple more generations. But, this huawai phone does have me optimistic.
Great video. I often get laughed at by my younger brother when I tell him I want a foldable device but despite the issues that could arise compared to a regular phone, I'm still very interested in one.
Wu's Strange is I was thinking about getting a fold 2 over my current fold 1 but been using fold 1 for about 7 Months haven't had the screen issue you did luckily so I might keep the fold 1
I had EXACTLY THE SAME cracks just few days ago on my Galaxy Fold 2 as well. Returned it yesterday to Samsung and waiting to hear from them. I asked for a full refund OR Samsung Credits to purchase Fold 3. Those cracks happened overnight. I purchased the phone in November 2020 so the phone lasted barely 6 months.!!
That was a... WONDERFUL video - great presentation & audio as you usually share. Thank you Michael for the insightful review. Glad I passed on the Samsung Fold 2 😎
I had an identical issue with my fault to as you did when I went to Samsung and used the premier Service I was initially told the the cracks were caused by impact damage but after arguing that that doesn't make sense based on the way the cracks form they eventually repaired it for free but their service clearly was not premiere
wow ,while watching your vid i checked my 7 mth z fold 2,s inner screen carefully and guess what Ive got three cracks similar too yours. didn't notice as on dark mode 24/7. looks like I'm off to the repair shop again
I hope the ZF3 edges arent as slippery as the ZF2, thats really my only complaint. I had to put a piece of anti-slip tape on the edge so its easier to open.
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This is why I been watching you for years, Because you always follow up on any issues regarding any phone you use long term. The Honesty is really appreciated
*appreciated
Sigh but now you destroy my dream to own a fold. No reason to pay 1000$ for a phone that last 7 month.
@@Watch-0w1 It's more like $2000
@@curleypubes3672 *corrected*, my phone did that weirdly
@@Watch-0w1 atleast now you won't waste it on a foldale
Best part of the video is @12:15 😜 Great coverage as always my man!
Hi saf
Hahaaaa eagle eyes under those sunglasses, I see. Can't wait to hang again, my friend. Thanks for watching!
I prefer 12:42
@@slyceth 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
So cocky 😂😋🙃
That scratch line reminds me of the scratches that would happen on the original 3DS, where the bottom screen would scratch the top screen.
This wasn't a scratch. That's the UTG glass shattering down the fold line. The 1st Gen UTG on the Flip/5G & Fold 2 was SUUUUPER weak.
Please do a documentary! My friend you have the vocals of oscar winning documentary material! Great show as usual
The David Attenborough of tech.
He was an actor.
@@licht4808 movie name?
A tech documentary. The likes of Attenborough and Mike Rowe.
@@dhrubohasnain5403 movies are not the only media in which you can act.
I love foldables and food. This video hit both of those needs. A+
yo danny's here
I enjoy your devotion to Star Trek TNG
Thanks! Me too. Ha
I heard Lavar Burton is set to guest host Jeopardy soon
@@TheMrMobile What is the LCARS app you are using in the video?
@@andrehernandez3193 agree, would like to know this also
TH-cam video with system47?
0:35 I love that you still have Jibo around.
I love watching videos of stuff I'll never treat myself to, because it's too expensive.
Better get some crypto! Maybe it will mature enough one day for you to buy some expensive stuff.
As someone who got the Z Fold 2, I'm so bored with it tbh. It's still very useful to have a big screen and whatnot, but I'm so done with apps looking weird on both screens. My next phone will be a regular slab most likely
@@maybebeltran221 I ended up getting the note 20 ultra over the fold 2 for that reason, alot of comments on how poorly the apps are optimized for it. I'll probably wait 2-3 more years for apps to properly work on the device
The used phone market is a possibility if you don't mind last year's hardware. Used prices on these super top end phones tend to fall fast. The first z flip is now only $400 and the razr is like $350
@@maybebeltran221 flip phone folding style seems cooler and more practical. Too bad there are only 2 notable options on the market
I'm beating the crap out of my Z flip. One of the rubber corner on the inside fell off when I ripped my phone off a tripod holder. Now it's running the finish off the top since there's no rubber there anymore. Still loving this phone!
Wow i just Wanna be this rich
@@ritikjain4256 got it used for 50% off retail
0:26 what a beautiful yet simple intro
I feel like I'm following a professional documentary series with these Into The Fold episodes. Thanks for the quality videos as always. :)
3:46 the importance of being... Ergonomic!
Love it, Mr. Mobile!
Glad someone picked up on that one. :)
Pls explain 🦜, i didn't get it
@@c0784 I guess they're referring to "The Importance of Being Earnest," a play by Oscar Wilde. "Ergonomic" sounds like "earnest," after all. Or at least the first syllable does.
Waking up to a Mr.Mobile upload is a pretty good start to the day.
The best series after retro reviews
While retro makes us appreciates the past, this series excited us how foldables will shape the future.
Love how these series strikes a perfect balance between nostalgia of yesteryear and excitement for the coming future.
Pure gold
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God I would love one of these if the outside screen came with an S-Pen (bonus points if it somehow works on the folding screen too, and without scratching the hell out of it)
Good idea mate! Sammy should take note
@@MrReedmonkey Not sure if you meant the pun "take Note" but I'm here for it hahaha
Me at 3:58 am it's time to sleep
Mrmobile uploads video
Me- who needs sleep, it can wait
Same bro, same 🥲🥲
@LE MONKE it's 4:20 can't be bad
👏🏼 global issues
Me at 3:09 now
Me at 7:10 am LOL (still awake since yesterday)
really impressed with that wedge shape and the way it folds
yeah seen that kind of fracturing on the display on 3 different occasion, a Fold 1 demo before it got pulled because someone decided to prick it with their nails
then the current Z flip Demo has a clear line on it.
right now the new Z Fold 2 still hasn't, probably because the store decide to case it behind a plastic cage that you gotta ask the attendant to open so less people are getting the chance to be handsy with it
I have no intention of buying a lot of the devices you review but the quality of your uploads makes me keep watching. 😁
The story telling of mrmobile is so lovely that no matter what video it is, I surely watch that. ❤️
Same here.. it always feels like I was waiting for this video.
I'm 2 months into owning my fold 2 and absolutely love it. It's over the top considering I only read articles and watch a lot of TH-cam but it's such a great luxury
Thanks for this video. My daily driver too is a Z Fold 2 and I wasn't aware of these cracks appearing in the centre crease. I've had my phone for 6 months now and I really do hope if this is going to happen, I hope it occurs before the Samsung Care expires, otherwise it will be a hefty cost to replace. Will keep an eye out for it and update on my experience.
I had the exactly same cracks in my Z Fold 2s inner screen after about 6 months of continous use. But i got it replaced under guarantee no problem, and while using a S20FE in the meantime, it really stood out how much i got used to the big screen already
3:00 that price. Ouch!
High voice: TGH!
Talking about aspect ratios, the current trend from TH-cam smartphone/tech content creators doesn't look that great on a TV; it's akin to watching a movie with the original movie AR on an old 4:3 CRT.
Man this is always fun, relaxing and very objetive, stay mobile man, be safe and take care of the Davids!
As someone who just got a Z Fold2 just a week ago I'm anxiously waiting for your follow up video on the topic. I've loved it so far but it's a shame ownership means you always have the worries of your phone one day randomly breaking.
Excellent review as always, Michael! And thanks for answering my question on Twitter about Huawei's lack of official Google services!
3:45 For a moment I thought the display was broken =D
I'm not usually one to say this, but $2,800 is truly too much for a smartphone in my opinion.
Captain2phones to mrmobile
Glad to see all your videos since pocket now
Keep it up Michael
Just love the way he covers other TH-camrs/Influencers in his covergae, reflecting upon the deep bond this fraternity has. As always great video sir.
Watching on my Z fold 2 ♥️
While I haven't had one and probably will not have one for a long time. It is heartening to see OEMs doing something different/interesting in the otherwise rectangular slab world of smartphones. As always Michael an excellent video, keep up the good work! 👍
This is the best LOOKING folding phone I think we've seen yet. I know you don't like it but I personally would rather no hole punch at all for the large screen. The way the device is wedge shaped to fit better in the hand, the way the bezels are the same size all the way around the device (seriously why can't every phone do this???), it's just the most visually appealing folding phone. It's the first one that really is starting to look like it could be a consumer device, minus the price and google stuff of course.
That phone is gorgeous, I hope the next Samsung fold takes that lopsided kindle oasis like design and makes the outer screen a more sensible ratio. If it wasn't for the lack of wireless charging and the lack of a google play store, I think this would be my next phone unless the next fold is significantly better.
The contraband folder is amazing
Hey Michael, loving the whole into the fold series, I’ve just bought a Z flip 5G. Super excited for it. Where do you get those brilliant Star Trek communicator screensavers from?
I also very curious about that Retro Futuristic screensaver...
My z fold 2 is also en route to Samsung for the same issue. Not as severe but still there. Hopefully their warranty is good.
Best of luck with a hopefully-quick repair!
@@TheMrMobile Thanks, Same to you!
Hopefully yours goes better than mine. They claimed there was damage due to a drop because of a light scratch on the back cover. Out of warranty
Cannot wait for your reviews of the upcoming Sony mark iii phones when they are released!
Love you videos and your editing is just next level...
I own a Galaxy Z flip and now i m worried 🤕
Loving the review perspective. I picked the S21 Ultra over the Fold 2 with the fear that you just confirmed. A few years to go for foldables to become mainstream durable, but I'm glas we're getting there. :)
I wonder if they can use that TOF sensor when phone is opened. They can provide a great depth of field. It can also improve the focusing issue.
dude the furniture in your apartment is beautiful. Can we have a home tour video? Please?
Hey Michael, any timeline on Z Fold 2 long-term review? Really looking forward to that video!
It's half written already. Soon as this one gets back from the repair shop I'll get back to writing it!
@@TheMrMobile epic
@@TheMrMobile Thanks for the reply bud. I have been a huge fan of yours since the pocketnow days. Stay safe and have a great evening!
The L-cars interface looks amazing on it! 3:46
Love your Channel, yours are the first videos TH-cam shows me everytime and I am very pleased!
In Germany for 11 dollars you can go to the restaurant (besides corona) and get a full meal, salad and a coke^^ I miss it ;(. But HelloFresh is also a nice Idea. We have a Vorwerk Thermomix, maybe take a look on this one as a tech youtuber!
Man you should be cast as a new Ironman,you have all carisma of Tony Stark
Love your videos man. You make for some great, fun, and nostalgia filled vids. Much love from Alaska.
I love the honesty in your reviews. I wish all reviewers would go back to reviewing products instead of just presenting them, or worse, hyping them up when they're not worth it...
I can't wait to buy a new Razr! In like 5 years lol
Looking forward to the outcome of the Fold 2. As always another great episode. Thanks Mr Mobile.
Love the Jibo in the background
Thanks you very much for this video😀! I will wait a little longer before getting a foldable smartphone 😀.
Mr Mobile gets a like before I even watch his videos as I no it’s going to be boss. Hope you’re well buddy 👍
I'm still using the original galaxy fold and don't have any of that cracking down the middle, so it's probably got something to do with the UTG perhaps? Anyway awesome video as always!
Please continue this series. It's awesome and just saved me a lot of money as I like to buy flagships and use them extensively for an enthusiast (4 years) and settled on the foldable route for my next purchase but seeing how these phones can't really last even one year I guess I have to wait longer since yearly upgrades aren't my thing for environmental reasons.
Great I just bought a fold 2 to go along with my note 20 ultra for work and a note 10 plus 5g for personal use. Only hope is that the fold 2 will hold up ok since it will only be used at home/weekends.
I've lost count on how many Duo calls I've had on the Fold 2 while folded!
Still this looks slick! Can't wait for these things to become slimmer without battery life taking a hit
My Z flip did that unexpectedly! Was working perfectly for a year... Then one morning I woke up with a dead pixel. Hadn't dropped it or abused it. When I folded it shut, I heard distinct cracking noises. Opened it back up and a line of cracks across the middle. FML. A brand new one actually wound up to be cheaper than a replacement screen.
I've had the Z Fold2 for 6 months. I can never go back to a traditional phone. Yes, I'm happy to be a guinea pig working out the technical kinks. It's that good.
Thank you for talking about the long term usage experience
Forget about the phone. You got me interested in HelloFresh although I am not even in the US. That's top-notch presentation skills.
Man, I can't wait to see the advancements in foldables. The Z Fold2 is the best phone I've ever owned. I don't think I could ever go back to a single standard sized screen.
@@Leo23XR Nothing out of the ordinary. My original internal screen protector is pretty nasty at this point tho. I have an aftermarket screen protector, I just haven't taken the time to replace it. The pre-installed outer screen protector is still on mine, and is still in great shape. Have had the phone for 6 months now. Only thing I hated about the phone, was the lack of good case options for it. Lol
I found yesterday that Japan still makes flip phone, and I thought inmediatly of this channel...
Wow that asymmetrical design is really boss!! at this point im getting sad feeling i have to wait a couple years for the kinks and pricing to be worked out - i truly was planning to get the X3 w stylus capabilities -but for 2grand it really should be thoroughly worked out better -excellent presentation as always :)
This is my 69th video of yours in the last few days, and no I didn't do that on purpose. I just hit the play all on your channel and stopped to see how many I've seen. I'm back in April of 2020, just finished with your SE video. That's about 11 1/2 hours of MrMobile. Thanks for the great content for when I'm bored at work. Been a subscriber for a few years, glad to be considered one of your old fanbase. Just catching up on missed videos (2020 was rough).
Actually I was waiting for Z Fold 3 but, your video dissuaded me to jump to folding phones yet. I mean, you are right, there is no guarantees the screens won’t just die every year!
Maybe extra thickness of the screen protector crushed the screen ?
I still have the Fold ONE from launch & still love it and have no had issues 😊
Your portrait photos on both phones made me laughed so much haha
I HOPE this is the future of foldables... I'd love this phone to be available in the US and have Google services
I've had cracks like that form on my old galaxy s6 by the status bar, every day it grew about 2mm
Really good presentation and information Mr. M. I remain unconvinced about foldables, mostly because of the issue you highlight in the samsung device but also that cost 😲 I can't see why someone wouldn't buy a really nice laptop instead and I love phone technology almost as much as yourself.
Have you ventured back to the Surface Duo yet? I've had mine for several months now and still absolutely love it. It truly is THE best foldable.
I've revisited the Duo every two weeks or so. In fact I tried moving back into it after the Fold2 went out for repair, but only managed to last half a day. IMO, it's still criminally undercooked, far too fragile, and it's not being updated at nearly the speed needed to make it competitive. But I'm glad you're enjoying yours!
@@TheMrMobile thanks for the reply...appreciate it. I'm not sure you have stuck with it long enough - 'half a day'. It needs to be at least a week. It really isn't as undercooked as you say, yes there are things that can be improved but for a 1.0 it is very good. I have used it as a daily driver with and without the bumper and skins and it has held up VERY well. The screens are as good as ever, the battery life is still good, it has the cracked charger port thing, but don't even notice it. The software is very reliable with occasional glitches, but all in all it is brilliant. Just saying.
The same thing happened to my z fold 2 I realized cracking down the middle... I have Samsung insurance so they replaced it for me free of charge. But the bad news is that they couldn't give me the mystic bronze color I initially bought. So I settled with the black one. Oh plus they didn't have any more unlocked variants. So I had to get the Sprint version...I really hope SAMSUNG address this issue with the z fold 3
Huawei made sure that Google services can be side loaded onto the X2 so that really isn't a concern if you want one.
I'm absolutely convinced as a Huawei folding phone user for almost a year that Huawei make THE best folding phone available on the planet.
Totally agree. Been a Samsung Fold user for 4 years. Just switched to Huawei. Samsung sucks in comparison.
@@markedgerton4170 really? Can you get the Google services on it?
Lol shit take was shit. The Mate X/XS was fucking trash that scratched to hell if you looked at it funny and the plastic screen on this $2800 monstrosity felt like ass compared to proper uniform & solid feeling UTG displays from the competition. Huawei is and has been an also-ran for basically everything in smartphones for a long while now. 🤷 Oppo makes some good foldables, but Huawei makes junk.
@@markedgerton4170Lol you done fucking goofed. 🤣 Even if you didn't want Samsung you should have waited for the Pixel Fold or OnePlus Open over that trash. Also, no, the Galaxy Fold's have been better phones than the Mate's at basically every juncture. The difference in software quality and capability is fucking STARK! Samsung's foldable specific software is still the best in the game although many would argue Oppo (OnePlus) has the better hardware.
@@Cooe. I have the OnePlus Fold now.
5-7 years from now,
Motorola RAZR 7,
Moto KAZR, GAZR, EAZR.....
That’s the foldable dream.....
That "gap" can save your screen from getting cracked.
I think an expanding/rollable screen is much more doable for normal use.
Normal formfactor that expands to a bigger formfactor
Long term reviews, almost no one does it. This is why you get my views.
I do think that the foldable phones are the future, the design may not be polished and optimized right now, and the price may be too high. But as the technology advances and becomes more mainstream, it might just be the average smartphone standard. Can't wait to see how companies change and advanced the design in the future :D
to be honest no camera in inside screen is good decision as at least we have one notch less screen for media consumption.
Definitely noticed the same wear on my motorola razr 5G. When the screen is on it isn't really that bad but man once it's reflects outside in the sun it's all I can see. I like my razr but with this, the sad sad battery, and the paint chipping off the side (I have the gold version) I am probably not going toward another foldable phone for at least a couple more generations. But, this huawai phone does have me optimistic.
Great video. I often get laughed at by my younger brother when I tell him I want a foldable device but despite the issues that could arise compared to a regular phone, I'm still very interested in one.
Wu's Strange is I was thinking about getting a fold 2 over my current fold 1 but been using fold 1 for about 7 Months haven't had the screen issue you did luckily so I might keep the fold 1
I had EXACTLY THE SAME cracks just few days ago on my Galaxy Fold 2 as well. Returned it yesterday to Samsung and waiting to hear from them. I asked for a full refund OR Samsung Credits to purchase Fold 3. Those cracks happened overnight. I purchased the phone in November 2020 so the phone lasted barely 6 months.!!
oooh boy, I was expecting to use the samsung premier repair service at some point, but now you got me thinking it'll be sooner rather than later!
That was a... WONDERFUL video - great presentation & audio as you usually share. Thank you Michael for the insightful review. Glad I passed on the Samsung Fold 2 😎
I had an identical issue with my fault to as you did when I went to Samsung and used the premier Service I was initially told the the cracks were caused by impact damage but after arguing that that doesn't make sense based on the way the cracks form they eventually repaired it for free but their service clearly was not premiere
I really like the content my dude, but also you always looking so good is making me like the content more.
Mr. Mobile has been my all time favorite since AC days.
Mr. mobile will always be the best in presenting tech..
Whata voice! So very well said!
Love your vids mate! Keep'em coming! And g'day from downunder! 😍🇦🇺
The US attack on Huawei hurts all of us. I hope calmer heads prevail before long and we can go back to including Huawei products in our wish lists.
love your videos man... you're the best.
Mr.Mobile & JerryRigeverything are both favourite Legends of great Narrator🤩
wow ,while watching your vid i checked my 7 mth z fold 2,s inner screen carefully and guess what Ive got three cracks similar too yours. didn't notice as on dark mode 24/7. looks like I'm off to the repair shop again
I hope the ZF3 edges arent as slippery as the ZF2, thats really my only complaint. I had to put a piece of anti-slip tape on the edge so its easier to open.