Vivo is hands down the best smartphone manufacturer in the world right now. Not only do their cameras perform even better than Samsung's or iPhone's, but the rest of the hardware and design are up there with what a flagship truly should be. Despite the sensors not being unique to Vivo, their partnership with Zeiss is reminiscent of what Nokia once had with them, but on steroids.
Just now I've sold my S23+ for a vivo X100 Pro (CN). I find OneUI a bit boring. Although Goodlock is neat I'm just fond to my previously owned iQOO Neo7 (CN).
I've been using this phone for 3 weeks now. The cameras are phenomenal especially in low light which was my main reason for buying it. A solid overall package indeed
@@ayochukwubuikem1967 I got the 1tb version for $1100 including shipping and import tax (after applying discount codes). The base version goes for around $900
I have my doubts if the X100 Ultra reader really is an ultrasonic reader, this sensor needs several records to save the fingerprint, and this is only necessary in optical sensors, in addition it is almost 3x smaller than the X90 Pro+ reader which was a 600mm2 ultrasonic 3d quallcoom while this one is said to be a 225mm2 goodix, that's why reviewers need to pay more attention to this, to prevent manufacturers from regressing, on the X90 Pro+ to register your fingerprint a reading was enough
@@reza5347 well, the battery charges insanely fast for a first and that's enough. Plus, it barely warms up or degrades, for that matter. Then, these phones are fast, take crazy good photos and have beautiful screens, while the designs are more daring than the traditional models, without being too in your face. How di I know? My mom has a Vivo X90 Pro, it's really a great phone. The cons could be lack of timely software support for the most part, but ironically, the software itself seems to be stable enough, so it doesn't matter all that much
@@HitarouYotukai-ir6gr I think its because it has many bloatware running on the background since its Chinese that use to spy people. just activate the developers mode and shutdown all apps running the background.
The best hardware smartphone yet . The best main camera with 1" sensor and zomm cam with 1/1.4" sensor . The battery is big 5500mhA but not the biggest. It's a better phone than the iPhone and the Samsung hardware wise , I use a midrange Samsung phone , buy if I will have the option to purchase a flagship I will choose one of this chinese crazy hardware phones .
You talk about the zoom, but don't show any 10x, 20x or higher zoom level? Whyyy? 3,7x zoom is sharp at nearly any flagship. We want to see how it looks at higher zoom levels!
as someone with a china only vivo fold and using it here in the usa i can say you can definitely make them work outside of china just make sure the cellphone provider has the bandwiths the phone ssupports
Vivo X series are just outstanding and every year they're getting better and better unlike Samsung and iPhones. They want to do everything through software and AI. If Vivo starts giving the same level of software update cycle, they would outperform those Monopoly champions.
Looks like xioami and vivo don't like apple and samsung... Both vivo and xioami are doing all out now... Although 14 ultra got some edge globally more than vivo... But vivo is not behind they're neck and neck... Choose 14 ultra or x100 ultra both will give best camera phone nowadays... Oppo x7 ultra is a game changer too...only things Samsung has edge is S pen... Vivo lacking smart watch... But they both have charger in box with more than 80watt ... Samsung and apple gives nothing but tooks tons of cash from you..
Exactly.... I kicked my 15 pro max bcz of its vga camera.... Vivo,oppo,xiaomi r better than dslr...😂😂😂😂😂😂 Vai shuvo.... jai bolis na keno... Fn ta kin2 haram
Fax. Xiaomi started cooking with the Poco F1 yet everyone still chooses a Samsung. It doesn’t make any sense. Apple and Samsung are basically fighting against each other, while Chinese manufacturers could care less about conflict and are making the best of the best. If Xiaomi ever comes to the US, Samsung is done for. Only weak point is software support, if they improve that then it’s game over
Bring Vivo to the USA! It's part of the BBK corporation which also owns Oppo and Oneplus so I know that it could come to the US if BBK wanted to enter another brand of theirs into the US market. Vivo phones are amazing and they are one of the only brands that uses the Mediatek Dimensity 9300 flagship SOC in the X100 and X100 Pro.
Excellent Review! A great smartphone! I would be amazed to see a new Vivo Flagship Camera with this Camera and Lens Specs (With a Quadruple camera park), with these following specs and features: MAIN CAMERA & LENS: 50.3 MP, f/1.4, 35mm (STANDARD LENS), 1.0"-type, 50.3 MP, f/1.4, 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom, 14+ Stop DR 50 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (WIDE LENS), 1/0.98", 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 14+ Stop DR 50 MP, f/1.4, 70mm (TELEPHOTO LENS), 1/0.98",1.6µm, AF, 2x optical zoom, OIS. 14+ Stop DR 25 MP, f/1.6, 108˚ 16mm (ULTRA-WIDE LENS), 1/1.56",1.6µm, AF, OIS, 14+ Stop DR VIDEO FEATURE 8K@60fps, 4K@24/240fps, 2.6k/1080p@24/480fps, gyro-EIS, Quadruple Native ISO: 400/3000/6400/12800 Laser AF, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, LED flash, panorama, HDR, 10-bit Log, 3D LUT import 14-bit RAW video, Night Video Mode, Portrait Video Mode up to 4k, gyro-EIS, External SSD to USB Video Record. AUDIO FEATURE Build in 32 bit float audio. 4-channel audio Three position audio: front, back, front & back SELFIE CAMERA Single 32 MP, f/1.6, 18mm (ULTRA WIDE), 1/1.28", AF, OIS, 14+ Stop DR VIDEO FEATURE 4K @24p up to 60p, 2.5/1080p @24p up to 120p, gyro-EIS Dual Native ISO: 800/6400 Features: HDR, Log. 3D LUT import, 14-bit RAW video, Night Video Mode, Portrait Video Mode up to 4k AUDIO FEATURE Build in 32 bit float audio.
@@mattstolzman Thank you!So will be no problems if I run with him in my running belt?This sounds are when I keep the phone on hand and shake the phone left right left,if I shake it front and back I don't hear it.
@@DjAugustin94 my Sony and Fuji cameras with IBIS have the same shaking sound when they are turned off. I've been running and working for long hours with them and there is no problem with the ibis after months of use. Don't worry.
I had a Xiaomi 14 Ultra before my x100 Ultra, I most prefer the Vivo and have sold the Xiaomi. The 1r Ultras camera was very impressive, a lovely authentic colour profile. The periscope lens of the Vivo won me over though, and it's performance in low light. I also really like Origin OS, for me, it feels smoother then the 14 ultra did. Also the Vivos battery lasts much longer in my uses.
Hello, I have been using the device for 4 days. I couldn't find where to activate the 50 mp mode on the camera. Is there anyone who can help with this?
If you scroll along the camera modes until you see 'More' you should see the 'High resolution' mode in there. Using the bottom on the top right, you can add it to the camera modes at the bottom of the screen
Actually, Vivo's is more advanced than Samsung's. The Vivo X90 Pro Plus Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is double the size of Samsung's, in terms of screen area. Sadly, Vivo went back to a normal size ultrasonic scanner for the X100 Ultra. Hopefully, they bring back it the larger scanner in the X200 Ultra.
@dorianed72 I agree with this actually, vivo introduce the fingerprint sensor top mobile devices and I wish they kept the gimbal stability on cameras though
Qualcomm owns the ultrasonic patents and Samsung pays for using it. I expect VIVO does as well. Many others don't due to the cost, but I think Qualcomm has reduced the price and even Google may have them in the Pixel 9 Pro.
The Vivo X100 Pro is still an excellent option plus available worldwide. If you want great photos and videos near an Ultra, but don't want Chinese bloat, the Pro is the way to go.
When do we stop calling these humongous devices phones ? The camera bump (if we can call it like this) makes the phone as thick as some early 2000's phones
Its always lack in your review.. That's why I do not watch you.. You should include always the maximum zoom in video recording in 4k and 1080p.. Maximum zoom in photo.. Stabilization in zoom and ultrawide.. You made the videos fast.. I already unsubscribed you due to lack of details..
The pinnacle of smartphone camera, no doubt the best in 2024 in terms of photos. vivo just keeps crushing it!
Yeah iPhone and Samsung isn't even on par!
@GaryGaryGaga but thier software and support is miles ahead
@@GaryGaryGagait's too big for the pocket.
exactly as you said, i have this phone almost a month
What about consistent dropping frames in video for x100U?
Vivo is hands down the best smartphone manufacturer in the world right now. Not only do their cameras perform even better than Samsung's or iPhone's, but the rest of the hardware and design are up there with what a flagship truly should be. Despite the sensors not being unique to Vivo, their partnership with Zeiss is reminiscent of what Nokia once had with them, but on steroids.
Chinese flagships are more exciting than Samsung and iPhone flagships
And will steal all your information unlike them
@@renaldofriloux495 joke of the year, like Samsung and iPhone and Google ain't stealing your data
@@renaldofriloux495 literally all your life even your underwear sizes are stolen from Apple to the government
@@renaldofriloux495🤡
Just now I've sold my S23+ for a vivo X100 Pro (CN). I find OneUI a bit boring. Although Goodlock is neat I'm just fond to my previously owned iQOO Neo7 (CN).
Vivo is the king of smartphone cameras now.
true
Yes I sold it to buy iPhone 15 pro max which pics look so crap . I already regret my decision now
@@Cr7randomshorts😂 r u dumb , u sold iphone pro max to any pther phone 😂😂 u r dumb
Vivo should work on their marketing.This is a good phone.
I've been using this phone for 3 weeks now. The cameras are phenomenal especially in low light which was my main reason for buying it. A solid overall package indeed
How many dollar did it cost?
@@ayochukwubuikem1967 I got the 1tb version for $1100 including shipping and import tax (after applying discount codes). The base version goes for around $900
Trading shenzen? @@user.asleep
@@ayochukwubuikem1967 1100 Euro for 16GB/1TB version
699$ @@ayochukwubuikem1967
Ultrasonic fingerprint scanners need more attention from reviewers
After trying s24 ultra i will never go back to optical fingerprint scanners
Vivo loves ultrasonic fingerprint scanners, they won't disappoint on that front
I have my doubts if the X100 Ultra reader really is an ultrasonic reader, this sensor needs several records to save the fingerprint, and this is only necessary in optical sensors, in addition it is almost 3x smaller than the X90 Pro+ reader which was a 600mm2 ultrasonic 3d quallcoom while this one is said to be a 225mm2 goodix, that's why reviewers need to pay more attention to this, to prevent manufacturers from regressing, on the X90 Pro+ to register your fingerprint a reading was enough
Problem is, they didn't use the same Qualcomm 3D sonic max fingerprint scanner like in the X90 Pro+ and iQOO 11 Pro
Unlike Samsung, Apple and Google the Chinese manufacturers innovate far more and don't rely so much on AI to sell their products
What innovation ?
@@reza5347 well, the battery charges insanely fast for a first and that's enough. Plus, it barely warms up or degrades, for that matter. Then, these phones are fast, take crazy good photos and have beautiful screens, while the designs are more daring than the traditional models, without being too in your face.
How di I know? My mom has a Vivo X90 Pro, it's really a great phone.
The cons could be lack of timely software support for the most part, but ironically, the software itself seems to be stable enough, so it doesn't matter all that much
@@reza5347You need brain to see that so go find one first
@@reza5347absolutely no innovation
@@reza5347floating telephoto lens on Xiaomi 13 Pro retractable lens on Huawei mate 70 ultra ,,, super thin foladable etc.
best camera phone for now!
By far
Too big.
it's ugly as fuck tho
@@JohnDir-xw3hfthat why its called a 'camera phone' not a daily driver like 15 pro or S24
@@Randomxyz-777 every phone is daily driver
the best camera phone this yr.
no doubt!
I clicked so fast that I thought it was a Xiaomi phone, from seeing the Ultra and big circular camera
I think it is one of the best smartphone cameras this year, even better than the S24 Ultra and the 15 Pro Max.
High battery drain in idle mode unlike Iphone or Samsung.
@@HitarouYotukai-ir6gr I don't think Samsung is good for its battery either...
@@HitarouYotukai-ir6gr I think its because it has many bloatware running on the background since its Chinese that use to spy people. just activate the developers mode and shutdown all apps running the background.
The best hardware smartphone yet .
The best main camera with 1" sensor and zomm cam with 1/1.4" sensor .
The battery is big 5500mhA but not the biggest.
It's a better phone than the iPhone and the Samsung hardware wise , I use a midrange Samsung phone , buy if I will have the option to purchase a flagship I will choose one of this chinese crazy hardware phones .
Almost the perfect phone
You talk about the zoom, but don't show any 10x, 20x or higher zoom level? Whyyy? 3,7x zoom is sharp at nearly any flagship. We want to see how it looks at higher zoom levels!
Why didn't you use the 200 MPX mode, as well as the macro mode in this review?
should i wait pixel 9 pro? it has imx858 telesensor, same what xiaomi 13 ultra had
Whyy is this not that popular like iPhone and samsung it deserves ❤
Camera phone of the year ❤❤❤
Gibt es eine Bewegungsverfolgung ? So dass das Motiv was sich bewegt scharf gestellt wird?
Will there be a global version?
no
as someone with a china only vivo fold and using it here in the usa i can say you can definitely make them work outside of china just make sure the cellphone provider has the bandwiths the phone ssupports
The periscope camera also takes very impressive images at 10x and beyond
Vivo X series are just outstanding and every year they're getting better and better unlike Samsung and iPhones. They want to do everything through software and AI. If Vivo starts giving the same level of software update cycle, they would outperform those Monopoly champions.
Would be more interesting to see the X100S the true top of the line of Vivo
Could you please please pleaseeeee do a video comparison of the Vivo X100 Ultra vs the Vivo X100 Pro?
Looks like xioami and vivo don't like apple and samsung... Both vivo and xioami are doing all out now... Although 14 ultra got some edge globally more than vivo... But vivo is not behind they're neck and neck... Choose 14 ultra or x100 ultra both will give best camera phone nowadays... Oppo x7 ultra is a game changer too...only things Samsung has edge is S pen... Vivo lacking smart watch... But they both have charger in box with more than 80watt ... Samsung and apple gives nothing but tooks tons of cash from you..
Exactly....
I kicked my 15 pro max bcz of its vga camera....
Vivo,oppo,xiaomi r better than dslr...😂😂😂😂😂😂
Vai shuvo.... jai bolis na keno...
Fn ta kin2 haram
Fax. Xiaomi started cooking with the Poco F1 yet everyone still chooses a Samsung. It doesn’t make any sense. Apple and Samsung are basically fighting against each other, while Chinese manufacturers could care less about conflict and are making the best of the best. If Xiaomi ever comes to the US, Samsung is done for. Only weak point is software support, if they improve that then it’s game over
@@user-mf9gs xaiomis only improvement needed is software in hardware they're benchmark for years...
I'm sure this camera will be on a global phone soon.
Vivo confirmed that the phone would be China exclusive, could tell because taxes would make it expensive as hell
perhaps in September or November...
They will not and have no plan of releasing a global version.
Where to get it from in america...a pity is not available for us
Woww🔥 banger
these company will be in no 1 soon...
This phone is the best on everything 😘
For now, we'll wait for the Vivo X200 Ultra for a possible global launch next year.
Iam waiting for x1000 ultra
@@Mahendrarathore-g9j you will be waiting for until the end of the world , if you wait for the x1000 ultra 🤣
You guys tell me when will lunch be held in India? Isn't the time fixed?
GSMArena is always the BEST❤❤❤
What he said...
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Idol sana itong si Vivo Pilipinas kahit late na po, ipalabas nya pa po sana sa ating Inang Bayang Pilipinas itong Vivo X100 Ultra po Please🙏👍😊🥳
Is it going to be global
No
they had no plan and releasing it globally.
@@gee620 so why should we purchase it if it's china only? it doesn't;t worth the hassle
Anyone know where I can find a good glass protector for Vivo x100 ultra pls?
100 testers and the result is that the x100 ultra is the king of phones.
Do Gpay and Android Auto work?
Where to buy vivo in Canada?
curved screen or flat screen this model
Bring Vivo to the USA! It's part of the BBK corporation which also owns Oppo and Oneplus so I know that it could come to the US if BBK wanted to enter another brand of theirs into the US market. Vivo phones are amazing and they are one of the only brands that uses the Mediatek Dimensity 9300 flagship SOC in the X100 and X100 Pro.
Excellent Review! A great smartphone!
I would be amazed to see a new Vivo Flagship Camera with this Camera and Lens Specs (With a Quadruple camera park), with these following specs and features:
MAIN CAMERA & LENS:
50.3 MP, f/1.4, 35mm (STANDARD LENS), 1.0"-type, 50.3 MP, f/1.4, 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 2x optical zoom, 14+ Stop DR
50 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (WIDE LENS), 1/0.98", 1.6µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS, 14+ Stop DR
50 MP, f/1.4, 70mm (TELEPHOTO LENS), 1/0.98",1.6µm, AF, 2x optical zoom, OIS. 14+ Stop DR
25 MP, f/1.6, 108˚ 16mm (ULTRA-WIDE LENS), 1/1.56",1.6µm, AF, OIS, 14+ Stop DR
VIDEO FEATURE
8K@60fps, 4K@24/240fps, 2.6k/1080p@24/480fps, gyro-EIS,
Quadruple Native ISO: 400/3000/6400/12800
Laser AF, Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, LED flash, panorama, HDR, 10-bit Log, 3D LUT import
14-bit RAW video, Night Video Mode, Portrait Video Mode up to 4k, gyro-EIS, External SSD to USB Video Record.
AUDIO FEATURE
Build in 32 bit float audio.
4-channel audio
Three position audio: front, back, front & back
SELFIE CAMERA
Single 32 MP, f/1.6, 18mm (ULTRA WIDE), 1/1.28", AF, OIS, 14+ Stop DR
VIDEO FEATURE
4K @24p up to 60p, 2.5/1080p @24p up to 120p, gyro-EIS
Dual Native ISO: 800/6400
Features: HDR, Log. 3D LUT import, 14-bit RAW video, Night Video Mode, Portrait Video Mode up to 4k
AUDIO FEATURE
Build in 32 bit float audio.
Underrated. 😊
The speaker example you gave us made me think the speaker quality wasn't as good as my Samsung Galaxy S10 plus.
they're using the main cam of iqoo Z9 as their ultrawide lens, it seems like it's worse than OV64B for some reason in here
Lmao yeah that's what I'm noticing too. But Pro has shitty field of view for some reason
Can you do a comparison of Vivo X100 Ultra, iPhone 16 Pro Max and Samsung s24 Ultra? Maybe Vivo X100 Ultra is better than those other devices.
hi all!i hear some sounds from inside.of my vivo x100 ultra when i shake him.Its new,Somebody can help me?is it normal or something bad happen?
It's the OIS mechanism on the telephoto cam and it's normal
@@mattstolzman Thank you!So will be no problems if I run with him in my running belt?This sounds are when I keep the phone on hand and shake the phone left right left,if I shake it front and back I don't hear it.
@@DjAugustin94 my Sony and Fuji cameras with IBIS have the same shaking sound when they are turned off. I've been running and working for long hours with them and there is no problem with the ibis after months of use. Don't worry.
@@DjAugustin94 my cameras from Sony and Fuji have that clunky sound when turned off. Don't worry
@@mattstolzman You heard sounds Also on smartphones?
oled ?
I don't know which one to pick. Xiaomi 14 ultra or this one. Can anyone explain why?
I had a Xiaomi 14 Ultra before my x100 Ultra, I most prefer the Vivo and have sold the Xiaomi. The 1r Ultras camera was very impressive, a lovely authentic colour profile. The periscope lens of the Vivo won me over though, and it's performance in low light. I also really like Origin OS, for me, it feels smoother then the 14 ultra did. Also the Vivos battery lasts much longer in my uses.
xiaomi 14 ultra will get 2 years extra of software updates and a global launch meaning more 5g/4g bands and blah blah blah u choose
Go for Vivo x100 pro or x100 ultra. since it has the best camera.
pro vs ultra..which one is better? camera king?
ultra
Wow just wow
shots from Sofia interesting
what's with all these insanely good cameraphones being exclusive to china? the hell are western brands doing?
Need camera buy Nikon.🤗
top 3 with the best video ?
👍🏽1️⃣
🚀
Best camera X100 Ultra
Best Battery Red Magic 9Pro
Best design X100 Ultra
Best Charging speed ?
redmi note 12 discovery edition
@@Boring7279 👍
Hello, I have been using the device for 4 days. I couldn't find where to activate the 50 mp mode on the camera. Is there anyone who can help with this?
If you scroll along the camera modes until you see 'More' you should see the 'High resolution' mode in there. Using the bottom on the top right, you can add it to the camera modes at the bottom of the screen
@@piczoo thank you
@@yusufer41 No problem.
Не мога да преценя дали този модел е по добър от huawei pura 70 ultra
China is sill in late-2000s (pre-iPhone era); when phones were real fun.
Everything was okay but the Camera design ain't everyone's cup of tea.
Pls do redmi k70 pro
2:43 That's not what a fast fingerprint reader looks like. Fast ones are instant.
the fast one is u dont need to lay a fingger tips on screeen lmao
Ultra Sonic fingerprint sensor? Did Samsung share their tech for it?
Actually, Vivo's is more advanced than Samsung's. The Vivo X90 Pro Plus Ultrasonic fingerprint scanner is double the size of Samsung's, in terms of screen area. Sadly, Vivo went back to a normal size ultrasonic scanner for the X100 Ultra. Hopefully, they bring back it the larger scanner in the X200 Ultra.
@dorianed72 I agree with this actually, vivo introduce the fingerprint sensor top mobile devices and I wish they kept the gimbal stability on cameras though
@@D0Mlas360 Good news. The X100 Ultra has gimbal stabilization on the main camera. I noticed a lot of reviewers have not mentioned this.
Miniature@@dorianed72
Qualcomm owns the ultrasonic patents and Samsung pays for using it. I expect VIVO does as well. Many others don't due to the cost, but I think Qualcomm has reduced the price and even Google may have them in the Pixel 9 Pro.
Man what’s missing is the phone having a pen😭. I might try to import it.
I love you very much
That's a good phone also.
The Vivo X100 Pro is still an excellent option plus available worldwide. If you want great photos and videos near an Ultra, but don't want Chinese bloat, the Pro is the way to go.
Why would I get an iPhone or Samsung instead
You gat the money my friend
Why not buying a tablet in a first place? They are approximately the same size
way better than crappy samsung and iphone
way way way way far more better bro🤣
The Vivo X100 Ultra was designed to crush your feelings...
FINALLY
Hello! Can someone explain why cameras always at 12.5mp?
They're binned down
If there ever was a phone to make a strong point for the "stovetop" camera look its this one, holy...
well this was camera review
No log no buy, i repeat, no log no buy
That's a big ass bump, jeez
You did a review of this but not the oppo find x7 ultra. Disappointing guys
The cameras are already half of the size of the phone. What’s next?😅
When do we stop calling these humongous devices phones ? The camera bump (if we can call it like this) makes the phone as thick as some early 2000's phones
Lionel, cry silent.
Your midget hands are not our problem
Just buy cheap phone, their camera will not go as big.
Bro recorded videos at 4k but 30fps when it literally can record 60fps
imo those selfies are way too sharp. you don't want to see every pore on your face, a softer look is usually better.
Samsung is still lacking some features that if we would have so many competitors. it will force to upgrade😂😂😂
you say alot all the tests you made! but where's the gaming test? CALL OF DUTY 🤦
Every reviews has the same patterns. Same spot of taking pictures & video. Similarly description. I can predict what next.
Why a review of a phone that is not even global?
Just import it bro, this is modern era you can import anything easily.
The phone works in the US on several 5G bands
There is a global edition due but will not be fully global. They will be very expensive, more than iPhones and S24U.
This man gives same pictures for all phones what this???
same in xiaomi 14 ultra ❤😊
Its always lack in your review.. That's why I do not watch you..
You should include always the maximum zoom in video recording in 4k and 1080p.. Maximum zoom in photo..
Stabilization in zoom and ultrawide..
You made the videos fast..
I already unsubscribed you due to lack of details..
Bad thing it's china exclusive
I'd like to see a sunset on this phones picture. Samsung fails horribly at sunsets.
@GSMArenaOfficial Can you please resell it to me? I am in India and want this for photography.
In short, it's useless to get it than the pro to save some money.
Too big and a curved screen 😕
Good phone but the bad part the chinese bs
Brother please give me a phone x 100 ultra ❤
Lele
why they keep using curved display? ugh so ugly
Can we all appreciate how hot the host is?