Table of Contents: 0:00 How to review the Duo? 1:03 PART of my Conclusion 3:20 What IS the Duo? 7:03 Performance 7:45 Battery 8:13 Updates and Software 10:44 Early Camera Thoughts 13:05 Hinge and Ergonomics 14:25 Network and Radio Performance 15:33 Overall Impressions 16:27 Accessories are AWFUL 19:13 The Wrap Up
Yeah, it's a shame that those reviewers can't adapt to a new form factor. Just change your habit a bit and you will find Duo a fantastic, useful device.
@@raytsang250 even if they don't want to change their habit it's cool. But there are plenty of people that can use this form factor. I personally see it as a very useful device for me as a digital marketing manager but it's a bit too expensive for me.
Bravo! Great video. Love the form factor of the Surface Duo 2. I'm really rooting for Microsoft because for consumers, this market needs more than just Apple and Samsung competing in foldable devices. Unbiased reviews of this device is like a cool breeze in August. Thank you, sir.
Ok, I’m only 3 minutes in and this man has already dropped SO much truth it’s actually unreal so I’m dropping a comment before continuing watching...just amazing (in a good way) Oh the notebook skin is too good also
Just received my first Surface Duo today. I have owned am iPhone, various Samsung and Nokia Android devices and even a few Windows phones. The Duo 2 is amazing and I have loved using it more than any phone I have had in a long time. I was nervous after watching so many negative reviews, but I must say that the reviewers haven't done this device justice: it is a superb experience.
I’m really sad that these negative reviewers, who only use it for half an hour are killing sales on one of the best phones out there on the market right now. Most people who buy duo 2 will use it for some weeks and scratch their heads and think, what are those guys even talking about? This is one of the best devices I’ve ever owned or used! That’s how I feel about the duo 1.
Absolutely killing it with this "session in tech." Thank you and completely agree regarding the "smartwatch" doing what it was designed to do. How quickly we've all forgot.
Me! Im the demographic this product is intended for. Thank you for an actual professional review, taking into consideration who and what the device was actually made for.
Thank you for a good review of the Duo 2. Compared to the majority of reviews. The majority say something then point out everything wrong without even testing for a longtime.
It's absolutely insane to me that People have a Hard time finding Use Cases for the Duo. I have like 20 different App Pairs on my Duo 1 homescreen. And that Duo Keyboard that covers the whole screen with the other screen serving as a Monitor is Incredible. Reminds me of the old Keyboard phones back in the day like the Nokia Communicators.
I miss my nokia N900, tbh... ahh! so sexy with that sliding full-qwerty keyboard in a smartphone format (though it was a chunky af (it was released late 2009))
@@rawr4444 Oh yeah that N900 was Crazy for the Time.. I hated that you only got 3G with T Mobile but I was in New York at the time and WiFi was just starting to be at most places.
Most people who say this, including the negative reviewers are commenting without having used it daily for a few weeks. They’re just parroting others without really knowing what they’re talking about. We have here in my home and believe me, there’s no slab phone out there that’s better than the duo, except for the camera issues. And if that’s fixed in the duo 2, best phone on the market except for the Samsung fold.
I daily drove the first Duo for over a year. Had every bug known to man. Replaced the phone twice and hung in there wanting this to work. But I bought the Z Fold 3 due to one reason alone and that is the fact that Microsoft abandoned the first Duo. No Android 11 and still constant bugs with my phone. Now I've seen constant videos on how to he Duo 2 is 🔥 and I'm happy that it is but to just abandon the people that believed and bought your product in the first place just didn't sit right with me. If LG can continue to support the discontinued LG Wing then I don't understand the idea behind abandoning your first product that wasn't properly fixed. Yeah I know... It's a niche product and I should know the consequences and blah blah blah but that still isn't an excuse. I'm sure the Duo 2 is amazing but I'll stick to what works for me now. 👍🏽
Oh yeah, would be nice if they do that. Though Microsoft is kinda bit more conservative than LG which simply experiment and sell those things off. Microsoft's crazy experiments might only siloed in their lab but don't go out all of them into products.
Im hoping they dive back into the mobile space and naturally form a partnership with LG their wing was innovative their V60 top tier and the velvet was absolutely gorgeous.
I want to say I think this is one of the best reviews I've ever seen. I have never seen anyone actually review an item for what it is instead of comparing it to items that it is not. Personally I had found that the windows phones were ahead of their time and the best phones for me I was very sad when they discontinued them. Even the current phones I have now lack compared to the windows phones I had before. I can't express how sad I was when they went away and almost did not replace with a new phone I was tempted to go phoneless. I've ordered the duo 2 and I'm very excited for it to come Although I am disappointed that it's running on android and not on windows I am not a fan of android I am even more not a fan of Apple I have an android phone only because I had to and you couldn't pay me to get Apple. Windows products have always seemed to be geared towards professionalism and and home life while including things like gaming but not focused on gaming and media. So it gets tiresome of the gaming community or the video community complaining about the Microsoft doesn't do what android or iPhone does when it's not meant to. I don't care about social media or video editing, but I do care about multitasking for work. home, and school productively. Thank you for such a well based professional review!!! I'd like to add. I'm not understanding the complaints about the camera bump. The Samsung notes have the bump and people seem fine with it. Hmmm?
So true, Windows Phone was the best phone I have ever used. UI was perfect and I loved it. Totally miss it and hoping they would make a comeback in the future.
Babs. Watch Cold Fusion's Windows Phone video and feel even more sad. Seriously use the Duo or iPad and get a Skype number. I did it with an iPod Touch for a year or so. It worked to an extent.
Thanks for knocking it out of the park as usual. Im really happy there there are still a couple of proper tech reviewers out there like you. This device is so much for me that I had to order it in the UK to be sent all the way to Angola. Hopefully will get mine in a week or so. I can't wait
Hands down best video on the Duo. This is almost identical to where I stand on the Duo 2. It keeps getting placed in this annoying bubble of "it's not like my iphone" It's in a completely different realm than a standard phone. I for sure keep looking at this more as a tablet as well. Sure you could make it your one all do all phone. But you must also think of the business mindset of this device. Lots of scenarios in the business market this would be used for.
This product doesnt fit my needs, but i certainly love the tech put into this and what it brings to the table, and that's why i love his reviews, is just sad to see other content creators only looking for flaws to talk about and not even giving credit for what it represents in today's market. well done as always.
I'm with you. I feel like most reviews have a goal to bash Microsoft. Yet the Microsoft products are innovative and exceptional for what they tend to be meant to do. Not only am I looking forward to using this device, I am also optimistic of how it will push tech in the near future.
Hey Juan! Wanted to let you know that I just got the Surface Duo 2 and been loving it as well! You mentioned Bluetooth being an issue and I totally had the same issue. I couldn't even put it in my pocket without my earbuds cutting out. But then I went into the bluetooth settings for the earbuds and turned off LDAC. Magically, it started working.
The niche user case is exactly where LG used to stand with it's screen case LG pioneered tons of tech we take for granted today and then others perfected it, built on it and LG couldn't catch up in time, plus they just started throwing stuff and seeing what stuck We didn't need the hand thing of the LG G8 but it was a good concept if it had worked LG's last flagship, the LG V60, was literally one of the best phones of 2020, AMAZING battery life, a HUGE screen, the DAC and headphone jack It's such a shame that a company that could make that kinda phone would leave the market
As a Sony and Google man, I always appreciate the design, effort, style, quality, and competition provided by Microsoft. I really wish Google and Microsoft made the pixel phones. Let MS handle the beautiful design and let Google do the OS. I plan on getting a duo before long
Finally got a duo 1 for my wife. Honestly it’s one of the most interesting and beautiful devices we’ve ever had in our home, my daughter and I keep picking it up and using it for hours when she’s not. Ignoring lots of other devices, tablets, phones, laptops. My wife’s ditched her iPhone for it, keeps getting questions and comments and compliments from friends and strangers when she’s using it outside. It’s better than most phones on the market, including iPhones, forget the bad reviews. The only issue is the camera which is pretty poor, but fixed in the 2 so I’m definitely getting the 2 at some point, maybe when price comes down a bit, as my next phone, replacing a galaxy note. Oh yeah only other issue no headphone jack and dual sim… I’m used to dual sim on my note.
@@hillie47 I'm not sure which updates he's discussing... I don't pay attention to an update when it comes in. I just know that the Duo 1 is fine and works fine. And we enjoyed it so much I got a Z fold 3 (needed a similar folding phone), then bought a Duo 1 and returned the Z Fold 3 after a few weeks because I was shocked to discover the Duo 1 was better than the Fold 3 at everything except the camera.
one of the ONLY credible reviewer in youtubedom, along with Mr Mobile. The rest are just flashy cinematics, and outright gross under-appreciation of legit awesome tech. your perspective on these whacked out gadgets is refreshing amongst these "woooo Apple great, samsung great, rest are dumb" review. Insanely indepth, insanely detailed. always nice to watch.
I have just bought the Duo 1, at a bargain price. I know this phone got a lot of criticism when it first came out, but this is my first experience with it and I'm loving it. It truly is a marvel of engineering and Android 11 runs butter smooth. This is not a device about taking the best shots in the dark or having stabilisation when shooting video. It is far more. I think your take on the Duo is perfect. It is not just another candy bar obelisk... it is a productivity tool, that used correctly, is all that one could ask for. I've been waiting for a device like this for ages, and I'm glad I've taken the plunge. I've tested the Galaxy Fold and there was something that was not right, for my needs. But this is excellent, and is what I've been wanting for ages. Well done for what is a brilliant revue of the product. Microsoft should certainly give you kudos for explaining the philosophy behind this product. Thanks for the hard work.
OK, I never comment BUT I have to say that you have nailed it. I sometimes try to convey this same info now I can just send a link to this review! thanks again!
I love this! The reviews didn't even make the right comparisons. This device is not meant to compared to regular Android phones. It's for a different user. Not the avg user. This review is a master class
Also, this video rocks! It's insane how many reviewers are ignoring the strength of this phone and then saying stuff like "You can't lay it flat on a table!" But it's like... how many times have they laid their galaxy or iPhone on the table to use it? I've never laid a phone flat on a table and I won't with this one either. Then they'll blow an app up on both screens and complain about the crease in the middle while quickly glancing over the multitasking portion of having two full apps open side-by-side. I like how you go over all of it in a balanced way. Well done man.
Wow an entertaining and honest review from someone who understands the duo. It's disappointing that certain reviewers don't demonstrate their knowledge tech well. Thanks for this Juan. New subscriber added 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Critical is fine. CRITICAL is great! Critique means understand though, and addressing the potential issues of a device based on the claims made by the manufacturer, weighted by the target audience. I'm not seeing a LOT of that kinda critique from a number of larger channels.
A proper, honest review. It's not a smartphone, it's a multitasking tablet with phone features, and until people realise this, it will remain underrated...
Thanks as always Juan! The Duo 2 has been out for weeks and this is the first actual review I've seen. Maybe it's TH-cam's algorithm, but all I've seen so far are dismissive "first impressions". Nothing to help make a purchase decision. By the way, watching this on my LG V60 which I love and which I bought because of reviews like yours, J. Williams and Painfully Honest Tech.
Seriously man we all need to team together and get this guy more subs so honest and points out the downfall of other channels not supporting something just because it’s not an iPhone or Samsung.
My Duo 2 arrives on Tuesday. I almost plunged on the original Duo, but held off when I heard that the Duo 2 was nearing release. I can't wait to use something different for the first time in a long time. I'm well aware the Duo design isn't for everyone, but it speaks to me for a lot of the reasons you've been able to articulate despite many of your contemporaries being unable to.
Wow!!! What a FANTASTIC review. You have nailed why there are so many people loving this phone (tablet??). I personally use it every day for both business and fun. It is definitely most productive device I have every purchased (out of 18 smartphones since 2002). Microsoft hit this one out of the park. It is much better than the DUO, which also liked. The cameras work great and the interface is totally unique (camera on one screen, results on the other). Thank you for the great review! I hope your video goes viral.
This was very refreshing to watch. I’ve been disappointed with TH-cam reviews (in general) for the same reasons you’ve highlighted. I’ve also found out things that no other has mentioned.
This device seems to get even better the more you use it. The dual app feature could be the best thing I have used on a phone or tablet. Far superior to dragging apps into split screen mode with tablets or trying to switch between multiple apps to refer back to information on another screen on standard phones. Speaker phone is very good for calls and it's fast.
This is the greatest video on internet about Surface Duo 2! Man... I 100% agree with you. I have a Surface Duo and a Z Fold 3 and the Surface Duo is far more productive for me than the Z Fold 3. I'm serious thinking in sell the zfold 3 and Duo 1 to get this new Duo 2. I will only miss Dex mode
I dig on my Surface Duo been a day 1 user and love it! I learned gestures in no time. I find as I go on with this device , I use app pairs increasingly more.
After trying out both foldable screen and dual-display solution, I see no hurry to jump into the former. I checked out Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold3 a few days ago at an authorized dealer in town and I really can't accept the crease on the middle screen when unfolded. People say that you can't notice it, but I surely can feel the crease no problem at all. That is why I much prefer dual-display solution like this Surface. But because of the price, I'll keep staying with my LG V50 and its detachable DualScreen case. I'm in no hurry to replace it at the moment.
Your best video to date. Most tech reviewers just parrot each other. It is sad the lack of forward thinking from a group of people who seem to have trouble seeing the future. There are some exceptions and Juan you seem to be one of the few.
Thanks for your videos on the Duo 2, Juan. I bought one a few weeks ago and love this device. Coming from a Note 20 Ultra. Your videos have been very helpful. No complaints except for lack of customization in the launcher. I just don't think I can go back to a single screen. Even the Z Fold isn't the same. Dual screens for life!
Ironic that they don't make the second screen the camera controls. This seems like the kind of thing Sony could have straight slayed at, with their pro photo/video apps.
Yo your view on the DUO is so AMAZING and we'll thought out. Other outlets gave it such negative vibe and didn't see it for what it actually is! And the whole prediction of duo 4 running windows possibly is so genius I didn't even think of that. Someone get this man his flowers please! 👏
16:16 indeed, blending the two displays into one when using an external display would be great. its awesome you can use touch on the external display stil, though. i wasnt expecting that at all!
Thank you for your refreshing review. I was excited about the MS Surface Duo when I first saw it displayed, and I have tried similar form factors on other phones (ZTE Axom M and LG G8X) and it is a solid idea! I confess, my need for a $1500 Surface Duo was not there, but I happily purchased one at $600! Then again, I am a bit of a hypocrite as my iPhone main driver is the 12 Pro Max and my Android main driver is the Samsung Z Flip 3, both hideously expensive phones in their own right. I love my MS Surface Duo for what it is: I micro, super portable laptop, that happens to be an OK smartphone.
I was expecting this video, thank you Juan. Something else than "it's more expensive than last time, I'm not sure it is a real phone". We know that stuff. Say something different rest of the tech community!
Thank you for calling out tech influencers and holding them to account. I've unsubscribed from a lot of the big-name tech TH-camrs because they've become so 1 dimensional. Part of that is ego driven and the other part is a result of laziness. A lot of creators in the tech community are essentially the fast food franchises of the tech world - a bunch of calories with little else to norish. They seem more interested in fancy cinematics and views than investing time into learning about the tech they review. They use a device for a week and are arrogant enough to pretend that they know enough to give it a proper review. But that would make sense since, as I have mentioned before, the device is secondary to getting views and engagement. People like Juan and Michael Fisher are a rare breed in this space. Thank you for doing what you do👍🏿
There are a few out there that are "living" their gadgets more. Like my pal TK Bay, I love the whole crew with Gadget Goddess, Barry Johnson, Tech King Mike, Hollaturboi, Bionic Scoop, EZ Computer Solutions. There are some solid and consistent reviewers out there, but you gotta work past the algorithm to find them. I run a little sub reddit to try and help promote if you're interested. Reddit.com/r/glowingrectangles
I love my Surface Pro 4. Yes, Pro 4. I have no need for a higher powered device on the go and so haven't upgraded. Their hardware is fantastic, and I fully welcome this. I really liked the first one - I just couldn't justify that kind of expense on any mobile device. I think the missteps for me are those curved in screens, and the need to unfold to take photos. But for a genuine, dual screen in your pocket, this thing looks like the king. I really hope we get a 3, 4 and more. Keep upsetting the folding status quo Microsoft!
I think reviewers reviewing the duo 2 from a single screen perspective is a major issue. Many of them asked, "who is this for?!" If you don't know what this device is for, it's probably not for you. I love it more than pretty much any electronic device and certainly any phone that I've ever used.
Nc video Juan! I just got my Duo 1 and really enjoying using it for the past 2 weeks. Pretty much the same sentiments with you, but i aint a power user like you. 😂 Really dig the way one screen transforms to a keyboard and voila. Tipity typy mode on. Keep up the good work and stay safe.
Great review! I never knew about this phone. Looks great! If I would've seen this when I went to best buy the other on a shopping spree I would have bought it. Thanks for the awesome review.
I’d like to see a regular phone from Microsoft since this isn’t really my thing. I remember having so many Lumia phones back in the day. Sadly I had to move to android after my 950 gave out.
A proper review as ever. Your right some channels focus on a select few brands but to really appreciate tech you have to look at all. The duo is a great unit and has some benfit not only to users but the the industry.
Thanks Juan for this vid. I'm going to try out the first Duo before this one. It's on the way but I'm excited. You mentioned using smart watches..aside from Samsung's watch, what others may work??
My favorites are the TicWatches. The E3 is an inexpensive way to get a current tech WearOS. Or you could go with a fitness tracker that supports notifications, like the Amazfit.
I really like the first gen Microsoft surface duo because there are no camera bump to worry about. Really like the multi tasking feature it offers without having to worry about the camera being damaged. I'm not fussy about pic quality. Just want a clear pic does not need to be crisp to see what it is. Camera bumps are so annoying and make everything lopsided and that is inconvenient!
I watched Mr mobiles review and it's cool.... But you hit the nail where he overlooks key aspects. You actually have a lot of foresight into this and although I'm rocking my first Gen Duo that I've had for awhile and exchanged it twice. I'm definitely buying this one for me and my wife. Especially since she's going back to school for studying. I'm honestly waiting for Microsoft to cross back over to windows. Like you, I'm an avid windows phone fanatic. Cool, sleek stylish and man it's beautiful software and hardware lumias with HTC One M8 for windows...... Gorgeous to the absolute inth power. Honestly I can't wait To purchase both of these colours!
Having seen how successful the hardware was with the first Duo, i'm surprised that Lenovo hasn't brought back their Yogabook device. If they had made a new version with android or even chrome OS, i think it would've been great. Can't wait to see the third or even fourth iteration of the Duo running a custom SOC. Great video Juan, love the channel and your content
I forget the exact name but I tried that yogabook with the second part being a touchscreen keyboard/and/or pen pad. The thing is, using windows on the device was a nightmare! and the processor was woefully underpowered.
@@SomeGadgetGuy I’m going to connect mine to my Surface Pro and update the firmware, but there should be other ways since not everyone uses a Surface tablet or laptop. Great suggestions mentioned.
Android 12L is going to be a GAME CHANGER for this device. This literally fits my lifestyle. I'm not concerned about camera quality, I carry my Sony camera everywhere I go. Plus my Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a camera beast so I'd snap with one of those 2 anyway. It's got use cases for dual screened productivity apps, which is literally what I need it for.
Good review... Keep it up! I love the form factor but am struggling to adopt the Duo 2 in place of my Note. I love the S-Pen features which I cannot find on the Duo 2. Any views on this?
@@SomeGadgetGuy absolutely! I'm looking at all the hysteria in the TH-cam tech community over the Pixel 6 and 6 pro update delay of 60 days people declaring the devices is unusable because of a 60-day delay in an update. Oh my God. Talk about over the top
Google acknowledges that webcam video in snapchat and whatsapp is currently buggy and grainy. Looking to fix it in Feb or March update. Techie response on reddit: "GOOGLE SHOULD ISSUE A PIXEL RECALL TO STOP SCAMMING CUSTOMERS! Apple still hasn't delivered Universal Control after teasing it six months ago, there's still a memory bug for a lot of macbook owners, and we JUST found out that Safari is leaking all your browser behavior. Techie response on reddit: "We just need to give apple more time!"
Table of Contents:
0:00 How to review the Duo?
1:03 PART of my Conclusion
3:20 What IS the Duo?
7:03 Performance
7:45 Battery
8:13 Updates and Software
10:44 Early Camera Thoughts
13:05 Hinge and Ergonomics
14:25 Network and Radio Performance
15:33 Overall Impressions
16:27 Accessories are AWFUL
19:13 The Wrap Up
Thanks for the table of contents. I was almost 4 minutes into your review of reviewers, wondering when you were gonna review the phone.
Got to love when a techie is actually exited about new tech
Agreed he's fair and looks at it more than most do
He is not excited, he is selling it.
Refreshing different point of view on this phone. I appreciate it
It amazes me that so many reviewers said in their 1 day "review" that they have no idea who this device is for. Nice one as always Juan! :)
Critics said similar things to Samsung Note 1.
Yeah, it's a shame that those reviewers can't adapt to a new form factor. Just change your habit a bit and you will find Duo a fantastic, useful device.
@@raytsang250 even if they don't want to change their habit it's cool. But there are plenty of people that can use this form factor. I personally see it as a very useful device for me as a digital marketing manager but it's a bit too expensive for me.
Those one glance reveiwers are just bunches of snob with very low IQ.
Bravo! Great video. Love the form factor of the Surface Duo 2. I'm really rooting for Microsoft because for consumers, this market needs more than just Apple and Samsung competing in foldable devices. Unbiased reviews of this device is like a cool breeze in August. Thank you, sir.
Ok, I’m only 3 minutes in and this man has already dropped SO much truth it’s actually unreal so I’m dropping a comment before continuing watching...just amazing (in a good way)
Oh the notebook skin is too good also
I need to get a fun skin for Duo 2. It's such a fingerprint magnet.
Where did you get that notebook skin, it’s class!
Just received my first Surface Duo today. I have owned am iPhone, various Samsung and Nokia Android devices and even a few Windows phones. The Duo 2 is amazing and I have loved using it more than any phone I have had in a long time. I was nervous after watching so many negative reviews, but I must say that the reviewers haven't done this device justice: it is a superb experience.
I’m really sad that these negative reviewers, who only use it for half an hour are killing sales on one of the best phones out there on the market right now. Most people who buy duo 2 will use it for some weeks and scratch their heads and think, what are those guys even talking about? This is one of the best devices I’ve ever owned or used! That’s how I feel about the duo 1.
Absolutely killing it with this "session in tech." Thank you and completely agree regarding the "smartwatch" doing what it was designed to do. How quickly we've all forgot.
Me!
Im the demographic this product is intended for.
Thank you for an actual professional review, taking into consideration who and what the device was actually made for.
Thank you for a good review of the Duo 2. Compared to the majority of reviews. The majority say something then point out everything wrong without even testing for a longtime.
I love how you and some other content creators provide us with content over several months. I am enjoying my Surface Duo 2.
It's absolutely insane to me that People have a Hard time finding Use Cases for the Duo. I have like 20 different App Pairs on my Duo 1 homescreen. And that Duo Keyboard that covers the whole screen with the other screen serving as a Monitor is Incredible. Reminds me of the old Keyboard phones back in the day like the Nokia Communicators.
Damn I miss those keyboard clamshell and slider phones... Sigh...
I miss my nokia N900, tbh... ahh! so sexy with that sliding full-qwerty keyboard in a smartphone format (though it was a chunky af (it was released late 2009))
@@rawr4444 Oh yeah that N900 was Crazy for the Time.. I hated that you only got 3G with T Mobile but I was in New York at the time and WiFi was just starting to be at most places.
Most people who say this, including the negative reviewers are commenting without having used it daily for a few weeks. They’re just parroting others without really knowing what they’re talking about. We have here in my home and believe me, there’s no slab phone out there that’s better than the duo, except for the camera issues. And if that’s fixed in the duo 2, best phone on the market except for the Samsung fold.
I daily drove the first Duo for over a year. Had every bug known to man. Replaced the phone twice and hung in there wanting this to work. But I bought the Z Fold 3 due to one reason alone and that is the fact that Microsoft abandoned the first Duo. No Android 11 and still constant bugs with my phone. Now I've seen constant videos on how to he Duo 2 is 🔥 and I'm happy that it is but to just abandon the people that believed and bought your product in the first place just didn't sit right with me. If LG can continue to support the discontinued LG Wing then I don't understand the idea behind abandoning your first product that wasn't properly fixed. Yeah I know... It's a niche product and I should know the consequences and blah blah blah but that still isn't an excuse. I'm sure the Duo 2 is amazing but I'll stick to what works for me now. 👍🏽
I'm hoping Microsoft can fill the LG shaped quirky hole in the market.
Oh yeah, would be nice if they do that. Though Microsoft is kinda bit more conservative than LG which simply experiment and sell those things off. Microsoft's crazy experiments might only siloed in their lab but don't go out all of them into products.
Im hoping they dive back into the mobile space and naturally form a partnership with LG their wing was innovative their V60 top tier and the velvet was absolutely gorgeous.
If Microsoft would have did the pop up camera on the duo like LG that would have been big
Microsoft forgot how to include the mSD card and the headphone jack.
There is going to be a manufacture that comes along and pickup where lg v60 left off. It's inevitable
I want to say I think this is one of the best reviews I've ever seen. I have never seen anyone actually review an item for what it is instead of comparing it to items that it is not. Personally I had found that the windows phones were ahead of their time and the best phones for me I was very sad when they discontinued them. Even the current phones I have now lack compared to the windows phones I had before. I can't express how sad I was when they went away and almost did not replace with a new phone I was tempted to go phoneless. I've ordered the duo 2 and I'm very excited for it to come Although I am disappointed that it's running on android and not on windows I am not a fan of android I am even more not a fan of Apple I have an android phone only because I had to and you couldn't pay me to get Apple. Windows products have always seemed to be geared towards professionalism and and home life while including things like gaming but not focused on gaming and media. So it gets tiresome of the gaming community or the video community complaining about the Microsoft doesn't do what android or iPhone does when it's not meant to. I don't care about social media or video editing, but I do care about multitasking for work. home, and school productively.
Thank you for such a well based professional review!!!
I'd like to add. I'm not understanding the complaints about the camera bump. The Samsung notes have the bump and people seem fine with it. Hmmm?
Every day I still have THAT moment where I miss Windows Phone...
So true, Windows Phone was the best phone I have ever used. UI was perfect and I loved it. Totally miss it and hoping they would make a comeback in the future.
@@SomeGadgetGuy I had a Dell Venue Pro that I loved. I like physical keyboards, but they're pretty much a relic of the (blackberry mostly) past.
I agree!!!
Babs. Watch Cold Fusion's Windows Phone video and feel even more sad. Seriously use the Duo or iPad and get a Skype number. I did it with an iPod Touch for a year or so. It worked to an extent.
I get so misty eyed when i see old windows & blackberry phones being shown in 2021..
Nice collection juan,and excellent video as always.
The quality of your videos keeps getting better. Thanks for your work.
Thanks for knocking it out of the park as usual. Im really happy there there are still a couple of proper tech reviewers out there like you. This device is so much for me that I had to order it in the UK to be sent all the way to Angola. Hopefully will get mine in a week or so. I can't wait
Agree
Hands down best video on the Duo. This is almost identical to where I stand on the Duo 2. It keeps getting placed in this annoying bubble of "it's not like my iphone"
It's in a completely different realm than a standard phone. I for sure keep looking at this more as a tablet as well. Sure you could make it your one all do all phone. But you must also think of the business mindset of this device. Lots of scenarios in the business market this would be used for.
This product doesnt fit my needs, but i certainly love the tech put into this and what it brings to the table, and that's why i love his reviews, is just sad to see other content creators only looking for flaws to talk about and not even giving credit for what it represents in today's market. well done as always.
I feel your first sentence is the correct answer for the majority of techies out there. We should LOVE that this exists.
I'm with you. I feel like most reviews have a goal to bash Microsoft. Yet the Microsoft products are innovative and exceptional for what they tend to be meant to do. Not only am I looking forward to using this device, I am also optimistic of how it will push tech in the near future.
Hey Juan! Wanted to let you know that I just got the Surface Duo 2 and been loving it as well! You mentioned Bluetooth being an issue and I totally had the same issue. I couldn't even put it in my pocket without my earbuds cutting out. But then I went into the bluetooth settings for the earbuds and turned off LDAC. Magically, it started working.
Nice! Thanks for the heads up. I just realized that ALL my current headphones are rocking LDAC 😬
Thank for the info
The niche user case is exactly where LG used to stand with it's screen case
LG pioneered tons of tech we take for granted today and then others perfected it, built on it and LG couldn't catch up in time, plus they just started throwing stuff and seeing what stuck
We didn't need the hand thing of the LG G8 but it was a good concept if it had worked
LG's last flagship, the LG V60, was literally one of the best phones of 2020, AMAZING battery life, a HUGE screen, the DAC and headphone jack
It's such a shame that a company that could make that kinda phone would leave the market
As a Sony and Google man, I always appreciate the design, effort, style, quality, and competition provided by Microsoft. I really wish Google and Microsoft made the pixel phones. Let MS handle the beautiful design and let Google do the OS. I plan on getting a duo before long
This guy is the best reviewer of gadgets! His perspective is best! Hope his channel blows up ASAP
The one review i had been waiting for.
"Apple invented folding phones" damn this is gold
My goodness, this is one of the best, most open minded, and honest review I have ever seen. You've got a subscriber!
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Finally got a duo 1 for my wife. Honestly it’s one of the most interesting and beautiful devices we’ve ever had in our home, my daughter and I keep picking it up and using it for hours when she’s not. Ignoring lots of other devices, tablets, phones, laptops. My wife’s ditched her iPhone for it, keeps getting questions and comments and compliments from friends and strangers when she’s using it outside. It’s better than most phones on the market, including iPhones, forget the bad reviews. The only issue is the camera which is pretty poor, but fixed in the 2 so I’m definitely getting the 2 at some point, maybe when price comes down a bit, as my next phone, replacing a galaxy note. Oh yeah only other issue no headphone jack and dual sim… I’m used to dual sim on my note.
Do the updates and fixes that Juan discussed in this video for the Duo 2 also translate back to the original Duo, or are you kind of stuck?
@@hillie47 I'm not sure which updates he's discussing... I don't pay attention to an update when it comes in. I just know that the Duo 1 is fine and works fine. And we enjoyed it so much I got a Z fold 3 (needed a similar folding phone), then bought a Duo 1 and returned the Z Fold 3 after a few weeks because I was shocked to discover the Duo 1 was better than the Fold 3 at everything except the camera.
one of the ONLY credible reviewer in youtubedom, along with Mr Mobile. The rest are just flashy cinematics, and outright gross under-appreciation of legit awesome tech. your perspective on these whacked out gadgets is refreshing amongst these "woooo Apple great, samsung great, rest are dumb" review. Insanely indepth, insanely detailed. always nice to watch.
I used to like MrMobile until I watched his LG V60 review. Sorry, but it left me really cold.
@@farishanafiah8461 I can't find thst video. Do you mean the "do dual screen phones make sense?"
I have just bought the Duo 1, at a bargain price. I know this phone got a lot of criticism when it first came out, but this is my first experience with it and I'm loving it. It truly is a marvel of engineering and Android 11 runs butter smooth. This is not a device about taking the best shots in the dark or having stabilisation when shooting video. It is far more. I think your take on the Duo is perfect. It is not just another candy bar obelisk... it is a productivity tool, that used correctly, is all that one could ask for. I've been waiting for a device like this for ages, and I'm glad I've taken the plunge. I've tested the Galaxy Fold and there was something that was not right, for my needs. But this is excellent, and is what I've been wanting for ages.
Well done for what is a brilliant revue of the product. Microsoft should certainly give you kudos for explaining the philosophy behind this product. Thanks for the hard work.
OK, I never comment BUT I have to say that you have nailed it. I sometimes try to convey this same info now I can just send a link to this review! thanks again!
I love this! The reviews didn't even make the right comparisons. This device is not meant to compared to regular Android phones. It's for a different user. Not the avg user. This review is a master class
Also, this video rocks! It's insane how many reviewers are ignoring the strength of this phone and then saying stuff like "You can't lay it flat on a table!" But it's like... how many times have they laid their galaxy or iPhone on the table to use it? I've never laid a phone flat on a table and I won't with this one either. Then they'll blow an app up on both screens and complain about the crease in the middle while quickly glancing over the multitasking portion of having two full apps open side-by-side. I like how you go over all of it in a balanced way. Well done man.
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Wow an entertaining and honest review from someone who understands the duo. It's disappointing that certain reviewers don't demonstrate their knowledge tech well. Thanks for this Juan. New subscriber added 🔥🔥🔥🔥
This is a grown up review. I've been critical of the duo 2, you have made me think differently.
Critical is fine. CRITICAL is great! Critique means understand though, and addressing the potential issues of a device based on the claims made by the manufacturer, weighted by the target audience. I'm not seeing a LOT of that kinda critique from a number of larger channels.
A proper, honest review. It's not a smartphone, it's a multitasking tablet with phone features, and until people realise this, it will remain underrated...
Thanks as always Juan! The Duo 2 has been out for weeks and this is the first actual review I've seen. Maybe it's TH-cam's algorithm, but all I've seen so far are dismissive "first impressions". Nothing to help make a purchase decision.
By the way, watching this on my LG V60 which I love and which I bought because of reviews like yours, J. Williams and Painfully Honest Tech.
Man. V60 is still such a tank. It's been my main phone inbetween reviews still.
One of the best Duo 2 reviews I've seen so far. It's clear that you actually "get" the Duo 2 and what it was made for, unlike most other reviewers.
Seriously man we all need to team together and get this guy more subs so honest and points out the downfall of other channels not supporting something just because it’s not an iPhone or Samsung.
I prefer QUALITY subscribers over QUANTITY subscribers 😉
This is probably the most objective review I have ever seen!
This should be the gold-standard!
My Duo 2 arrives on Tuesday. I almost plunged on the original Duo, but held off when I heard that the Duo 2 was nearing release. I can't wait to use something different for the first time in a long time. I'm well aware the Duo design isn't for everyone, but it speaks to me for a lot of the reasons you've been able to articulate despite many of your contemporaries being unable to.
Congrats on the new phone! I hope you dig it!
Wow!!! What a FANTASTIC review. You have nailed why there are so many people loving this phone (tablet??). I personally use it every day for both business and fun. It is definitely most productive device I have every purchased (out of 18 smartphones since 2002). Microsoft hit this one out of the park. It is much better than the DUO, which also liked. The cameras work great and the interface is totally unique (camera on one screen, results on the other). Thank you for the great review! I hope your video goes viral.
Can't tell you how much i enjoy your content. So savy and unbiased. Keep doing the good work.
Now this is a real and proper view on things imo! Nice, really enjoyed it. Keep up the good work 🙂
it's criminal how good you are over the channels much larger.
This was very refreshing to watch. I’ve been disappointed with TH-cam reviews (in general) for the same reasons you’ve highlighted. I’ve also found out things that no other has mentioned.
I love that you actually think about the stuff you talk about instead of just being a talking spec sheet
Ive never understood the specs read...
This device seems to get even better the more you use it. The dual app feature could be the best thing I have used on a phone or tablet. Far superior to dragging apps into split screen mode with tablets or trying to switch between multiple apps to refer back to information on another screen on standard phones. Speaker phone is very good for calls and it's fast.
Juan is one of the best person to explain Tech! Kudos!
This is the greatest video on internet about Surface Duo 2! Man... I 100% agree with you.
I have a Surface Duo and a Z Fold 3 and the Surface Duo is far more productive for me than the Z Fold 3. I'm serious thinking in sell the zfold 3 and Duo 1 to get this new Duo 2. I will only miss Dex mode
Dex is so good, but I'd probably land the same way between the two.
I dig on my Surface Duo been a day 1 user and love it! I learned gestures in no time. I find as I go on with this device , I use app pairs increasingly more.
You are the best phone reviewer out there. You have been for a while...i just wanna put that out there, even if others have before.
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Awesome video Juan! You made a ton of good points here on the SD2.
Is there a smarter reviewer out there…..you’d have to go a long long way to find one. Excellent. As usual! Bravo Juan. 👏🏼
AT LAST - honestly the best review so far for the product. Fair, balanced, realistic. Thanks. Duo 2 ordered! ....from a Softie ;)
Honestly, can a review get any better than this? I think not. Excellent job brother!
After trying out both foldable screen and dual-display solution, I see no hurry to jump into the former. I checked out Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold3 a few days ago at an authorized dealer in town and I really can't accept the crease on the middle screen when unfolded. People say that you can't notice it, but I surely can feel the crease no problem at all. That is why I much prefer dual-display solution like this Surface. But because of the price, I'll keep staying with my LG V50 and its detachable DualScreen case. I'm in no hurry to replace it at the moment.
I purchased my Duo 2 and I enjoy it. You hit the nail on the head most reviews take the long angle on this product
Your best video to date. Most tech reviewers just parrot each other. It is sad the lack of forward thinking from a group of people who seem to have trouble seeing the future. There are some exceptions and Juan you seem to be one of the few.
Your favorite tablet of 2021.
My favorite thumbnail of 2021
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Phenomenal video and review. The Duo 2 is now back in contention as my next phone along w/the Galaxy S22 Ultra.
Thanks for your videos on the Duo 2, Juan. I bought one a few weeks ago and love this device. Coming from a Note 20 Ultra. Your videos have been very helpful. No complaints except for lack of customization in the launcher. I just don't think I can go back to a single screen. Even the Z Fold isn't the same. Dual screens for life!
Ironic that they don't make the second screen the camera controls. This seems like the kind of thing Sony could have straight slayed at, with their pro photo/video apps.
That would rock.
Yo your view on the DUO is so AMAZING and we'll thought out. Other outlets gave it such negative vibe and didn't see it for what it actually is! And the whole prediction of duo 4 running windows possibly is so genius I didn't even think of that. Someone get this man his flowers please! 👏
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16:16 indeed, blending the two displays into one when using an external display would be great. its awesome you can use touch on the external display stil, though. i wasnt expecting that at all!
Thank you for your refreshing review. I was excited about the MS Surface Duo when I first saw it displayed, and I have tried similar form factors on other phones (ZTE Axom M and LG G8X) and it is a solid idea! I confess, my need for a $1500 Surface Duo was not there, but I happily purchased one at $600! Then again, I am a bit of a hypocrite as my iPhone main driver is the 12 Pro Max and my Android main driver is the Samsung Z Flip 3, both hideously expensive phones in their own right. I love my MS Surface Duo for what it is: I micro, super portable laptop, that happens to be an OK smartphone.
That Johnny Dangerously clip had me. 🤣
I was expecting this video, thank you Juan. Something else than "it's more expensive than last time, I'm not sure it is a real phone". We know that stuff. Say something different rest of the tech community!
There's just so much fun stuff to do with it.
He pretty much explained the general perspective of this while adding his opinions! Nice !!
Thank you for calling out tech influencers and holding them to account. I've unsubscribed from a lot of the big-name tech TH-camrs because they've become so 1 dimensional. Part of that is ego driven and the other part is a result of laziness. A lot of creators in the tech community are essentially the fast food franchises of the tech world - a bunch of calories with little else to norish. They seem more interested in fancy cinematics and views than investing time into learning about the tech they review.
They use a device for a week and are arrogant enough to pretend that they know enough to give it a proper review. But that would make sense since, as I have mentioned before, the device is secondary to getting views and engagement. People like Juan and Michael Fisher are a rare breed in this space. Thank you for doing what you do👍🏿
There are a few out there that are "living" their gadgets more. Like my pal TK Bay, I love the whole crew with Gadget Goddess, Barry Johnson, Tech King Mike, Hollaturboi, Bionic Scoop, EZ Computer Solutions. There are some solid and consistent reviewers out there, but you gotta work past the algorithm to find them.
I run a little sub reddit to try and help promote if you're interested.
Reddit.com/r/glowingrectangles
I love my Surface Pro 4. Yes, Pro 4. I have no need for a higher powered device on the go and so haven't upgraded. Their hardware is fantastic, and I fully welcome this. I really liked the first one - I just couldn't justify that kind of expense on any mobile device.
I think the missteps for me are those curved in screens, and the need to unfold to take photos.
But for a genuine, dual screen in your pocket, this thing looks like the king. I really hope we get a 3, 4 and more. Keep upsetting the folding status quo Microsoft!
this video is basically calling out those techtubers like MKVCD
Another banger from the most honest/savage guy in the game. Great video
I think reviewers reviewing the duo 2 from a single screen perspective is a major issue. Many of them asked, "who is this for?!" If you don't know what this device is for, it's probably not for you. I love it more than pretty much any electronic device and certainly any phone that I've ever used.
Nc video Juan! I just got my Duo 1 and really enjoying using it for the past 2 weeks. Pretty much the same sentiments with you, but i aint a power user like you. 😂 Really dig the way one screen transforms to a keyboard and voila. Tipity typy mode on.
Keep up the good work and stay safe.
Great review! I never knew about this phone. Looks great! If I would've seen this when I went to best buy the other on a shopping spree I would have bought it. Thanks for the awesome review.
I’d like to see a regular phone from Microsoft since this isn’t really my thing. I remember having so many Lumia phones back in the day. Sadly I had to move to android after my 950 gave out.
If you get the chance, try it for a week or two, even duo 1. Most of the reviews are misrepresenting a great device.
best review ive seen.. you make alot of scenes .. its an amazing device thats clearly not for everyone .
Finally an honest and rational review and opinion!
A proper review as ever. Your right some channels focus on a select few brands but to really appreciate tech you have to look at all. The duo is a great unit and has some benfit not only to users but the the industry.
This is how you objectively review something, liked and subbed.
Your awesome attention to innovation just gained you a subscriber! Nice job!
Thanks Juan for this vid. I'm going to try out the first Duo before this one. It's on the way but I'm excited. You mentioned using smart watches..aside from Samsung's watch, what others may work??
My favorites are the TicWatches. The E3 is an inexpensive way to get a current tech WearOS. Or you could go with a fitness tracker that supports notifications, like the Amazfit.
@@SomeGadgetGuy Thanks for the input
How did you do that at 16:08. Does windows 11 finally have ways of using USB C in to make a laptop an external monitor?
I wish. That's my nexdock th-cam.com/video/XYrUVMsccZM/w-d-xo.html
realest tek review & talk ever
I really like the first gen Microsoft surface duo because there are no camera bump to worry about. Really like the multi tasking feature it offers without having to worry about the camera being damaged. I'm not fussy about pic quality. Just want a clear pic does not need to be crisp to see what it is. Camera bumps are so annoying and make everything lopsided and that is inconvenient!
100% right. This is what I think of the Surface Duo and the review space. Thanks so much for sharing
I watched Mr mobiles review and it's cool.... But you hit the nail where he overlooks key aspects. You actually have a lot of foresight into this and although I'm rocking my first Gen Duo that I've had for awhile and exchanged it twice. I'm definitely buying this one for me and my wife. Especially since she's going back to school for studying. I'm honestly waiting for Microsoft to cross back over to windows. Like you, I'm an avid windows phone fanatic. Cool, sleek stylish and man it's beautiful software and hardware lumias with HTC One M8 for windows...... Gorgeous to the absolute inth power. Honestly I can't wait To purchase both of these colours!
Refreshing.
Juan, you always have the best REAL tech reviews. Thanks for all that you do!
Superb analysis delivered incredibly well.
Having seen how successful the hardware was with the first Duo, i'm surprised that Lenovo hasn't brought back their Yogabook device. If they had made a new version with android or even chrome OS, i think it would've been great. Can't wait to see the third or even fourth iteration of the Duo running a custom SOC. Great video Juan, love the channel and your content
Right! Those Yoga hinges are incredible.
@@SomeGadgetGuy really like the composition skin on the first duo
I forget the exact name but I tried that yogabook with the second part being a touchscreen keyboard/and/or pen pad. The thing is, using windows on the device was a nightmare! and the processor was woefully underpowered.
Another banger Thank You Juan.
Good info on updating the firmware on the pen.
I figured it out DAYS ago, and I'm STILL angry about how that went down LOL.
@@SomeGadgetGuy I’m going to connect mine to my Surface Pro and update the firmware, but there should be other ways since not everyone uses a Surface tablet or laptop. Great suggestions mentioned.
I was really excited when I saw it should update over Windows Update, but so lame it only works on a Surface PC.
A fair and honest review. I like the presentation style. Thank you!
Best surface view I have seen on TH-cam so far, and I have seen ten so far.
Dude.. love your reviews. Seriously great style and information.
Android 12L is going to be a GAME CHANGER for this device. This literally fits my lifestyle. I'm not concerned about camera quality, I carry my Sony camera everywhere I go. Plus my Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a camera beast so I'd snap with one of those 2 anyway. It's got use cases for dual screened productivity apps, which is literally what I need it for.
Excellent review! More thoughtful than most all the others.
It's a tablet I felt deserved a little more thought 😊
This review resonated with me for sure. Very nicely done.
Good review... Keep it up! I love the form factor but am struggling to adopt the Duo 2 in place of my Note. I love the S-Pen features which I cannot find on the Duo 2. Any views on this?
Aye you killed this. Great job.
Very refreshing and different point of view. We don't all have the same needs. We don't all need the same devices. Thanks
I feel it's an underrepresented idea in tech youtube.
@@SomeGadgetGuy absolutely! I'm looking at all the hysteria in the TH-cam tech community over the Pixel 6 and 6 pro update delay of 60 days people declaring the devices is unusable because of a 60-day delay in an update. Oh my God. Talk about over the top
Google acknowledges that webcam video in snapchat and whatsapp is currently buggy and grainy. Looking to fix it in Feb or March update.
Techie response on reddit: "GOOGLE SHOULD ISSUE A PIXEL RECALL TO STOP SCAMMING CUSTOMERS!
Apple still hasn't delivered Universal Control after teasing it six months ago, there's still a memory bug for a lot of macbook owners, and we JUST found out that Safari is leaking all your browser behavior.
Techie response on reddit: "We just need to give apple more time!"