A COUPLE OF THINGS:, 1) Gaming, still just as great as when I got it 2) Samsung Dex is AWESOME. I personally don't use it often because I have a MacBook, but Dex works reliably, quickly, and smoothly even to this day. Fold 6 content is DEFINITELY coming to the channel - But, honestly, the Fold 5 has still been a strong, reliable, complementary device on a day to day basis for me. Let me know if you have any other questions!
Why are you getting F6? I love my F5 and I like the squared off of the new F6, but I paid for samsung care and do not want to lose out on that money. When we all know most likely the new galaxy AI will come to the F5. Even with the 1200 trade in if you are not a content creator, it's not worth it.
I like this guy, I remember smashing through his videos when I first bought a Fold (5) and now I am waiting for my Fold 6 enjoying more of his top quality content.
Dang, thank you so much 🥹 I really appreciate the kind words, Hayness! This YT thing takes a considerable amount of effort, especially since I'm not doing this full time (yet... 👀) so comments like yours always make my day 😁 I'm excited for the Fold 6 also! I hope you love yours!
I'm on the 3 too. Had a warranty issue last year and was hoping they'd give me a replacement 5. 😅 Either way I pre-ordered the 6 in blue and only ended up spending $900 total.
@@filipelcarvalhosame here...16 months into the fold 4 ownership, inner screen started peeling from the top center. Had a 2 yr warranty...got a fold 5 for it with money back, as the 4 was 512gb and 5.was 256.
I'm an assistant superintendent on a golf course and wasn't sure how the fold would hold up. 10 months later and there isn't a scratch on either screen and my pockets are full of sand 90% of the time. Amazing phone
One of the best tech reviewers on YT! I passed up on upgrading from the F4 to the F5 but I'm getting the F6. I almost got the OnePlus Open but it lacked features that the Samsung has and I couldn't do without. Hopefully OnePlus improves with the Open 2.
Oh wow, thank you so much for that Setzer! I am truly honored and don't take for granted that you're a real person that takes time to watch my content here 😁 I'm really glad you enjoy, I hope the videos help, and I'll do my best to continue bringing what is (hopefully) good content for you guys! Nice!, F4 to F6 is going yo be a REALLY beefy upgrade for you! That wider front display is going to make quite a difference, as well as the closed hinge and tighter body. The Open is really nice, but definitely lacked some features. I hope OP keeps pushing! They have something strong in their hands!
Nice, Mike! I hope you enjoy it! I'm excited to get my hands on the 6 also - Once I experienced a Foldable, going back to a slab phone feels... like I'm missing something. All preference of course. I hope you love it as much as I do!
Phoun! I always appreciate the love and support man 😁 The 22U is still a really good phone! Great cameras even now. How's the battery life treating you? And more content to come 😁
@@DavidAVelez1 yessir!!! Love seeing you talk about how useful a phone can be day to day moment to moment. Anyone can read specs off but not very many reviewers go into depth like you. I'll probably upgrade to the s25Ultra if I'm in a better financial spot. The s22U is still a beast though and although I need to charge it once or twice a day, I'm a heavy user. I do wish they bring up the 5x to a further zoom again. Even if they upgrade the sensors to a 1 inch sensor that would be awesome.
@@jackrider2977 Hey, Jack! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😁 Great question! I honestly have never had any problems with the pre-applied screen protector that the phone comes with! I just touch it with my fingers (no nails), and the SPen
David is always giving the best videos in YT. I love this guy teaching everything about technology. I have the 5, and I'm awaiting the 6, but I'm not sure if I should wait for the 7 😂 Awesome content 👏🏻 love this channel!
Awesome video! Long term dirability is the biggest concern, and I don't see it being adressed frequently! So it's very nice to see you talk about it! Fold 5 owner here. Obviously worried whether it will last for a few years
@@9abe9 Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😁 Yes! I had external/cosmetic knicks and bruises, but nothing that infringed on how the phone operated/folded open or closed or anything! (Thankfully 😂)
@David.AVelez thanks for the thorough reply! I've edited my comment because I actually wrote about the durability topic meaning that you touched on that subject!
Great review! While I haven't used mine up quite to the level you have, I have thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to the Fold 6 being a daily driver!
Hey, Emanuel! I'm really happy you enjoyed the video! I'm glad you've been loving your Fold 5 also and I am SUPER excited for the 6 as well 😁 You mentioned not using yours quite to the level I have, but I think there's beauty in your device having THAT much capability, even if you don't always need it. One day, you might, and it will be able to handle it 😁
Oh wow, thank you so much Johnny! I really appreciate that 😁 I thoroughly enjoy making videos for you guys, and so knowing YOU liked it means the world to me 😁 Much more to come! Are you in the #GalaxyFam?
I have the fold 5, I'm a long time note user and I can say there are areas I like and areas where they need to improve where this can be my one and only daily driver but I still love it just wish they can improve more
Hahaha, yeahhhhh. It didn't sit right on my conscience 😆 And I figured I can be honest about it because 2.5 weeks isn't going to make a big difference in my experience with the Fold 5 over this year haha. I'm glad you caught that 😆
@David.AVelez The outer display could be wider , the camera system could be better being a $2k device, the camera underneath the inner display is horrible in my opinion (wouldn't mind a pin hole camera system), the smaller battery size and charging speeds compared to other foldables, and the lack of a built in Spen like the Galaxy s24 ultra. If all of those boxes were checked, this would be the One Phone to Rule Them All, hands down.
Thank you so much for the kind words! And welcome along for the journey 😁 Making these can be tiring with life going on, so seeing you guys enjoy it and appreciate it always makes it worth it - so thank you! I hope you like the Fold as much as I do!!
Any durability issues David? also i'm holding out until the form factor allows you to use the phone closed more often, kind of like the pixel fold (wider outside screen)
Hi there, great question! The video touches on the durability stuff a bit later in the video - But long story short, no! Thankfully, haha. I've had dings and scratches on the outside (my fault for being clumsy and not wearing a case), but I have never had the internal display or hinger on the Fold 4 nor 5 break or stop working on me thankfully! Even here, I went to Kiagara Falls with my family and the phone got DRENCHED as I was recording - No problems there!
You guys really have a great trade-in program in the US, unlike here in Indonesia. I've been rocking my Fold 5 for 11+ months like yourself and gonna skip the Fold 6 because it's too pricey to trade-in and I still have my Samsung Care+ for another year. Hopefully they improve the battery capacity and minimalize the crease on the Fold 7.
Yo David, you're one of my favorite reviewers. You always keep it real and don't sugarcoat anything. Keep up the good work, man! More subs are definitely coming your way. God bless. #GalaxyFam
Dang, Drew 🥹🥹🥹 Thank you so much, man! This comment made my day 🥹 And I appreciate comments like yours a ton because it keeps me focused and grateful that there are actual human beings I get to connect with from around the world and hopefully help in some way 😁 I don't take you guys for granted, and I keep you guys I'm consideration even with sponsored content. I am SO happy you enjoy the content 😊 More to come! God Bless to you also!
What about battery life? Does it hold good? I always find most of the RAM occupied by background applications, I know this is subjective, and unreliable GPS, from my past experience with Samsung😢
Thank you for your inspiring video, I am in hesitation to change my s23 ultra to Fold 6 and probably I will after your video, just to try new experience of foldable phone
Professor Technerd! Love the name 😆 Thank you so much for the kind words, and I'm really glad you enjoyed the video 😁 These take quite a bit if effort, so comments like yours always make my day 😁
#GalaxyFam but have been back and forth with Android and Apple over the years. The GF5 is the best device I've owned... Easily the most fun and functional. Thanks for your vids and perspectives back when I was choosing a year ago... (Well... 11 months and a few weeks ago). Keep up the great work David and go Birds!!! Fly 🦅 Fly
@@DavidAVelez1 When the Galaxy Note 9 reached $1000. 😂 Oneplus was fun, but there was always unnecessary bugs with each OS update, from not receiving phone calls with the OP6 to the home swipe not working with he OP9 Pro, had to back up my data and factory reset the phone.
Hey David, quick question. If you bought the phone with Best Buy, why did you go for Samsung Care instead of their protection in-store? It covers mostly the same stuff.
Great call! So I do get a lot of things from Best Buy, but I pre ordered the Fold 5 through Samsung when it was first announced and got the SC through them to see how yhe process was got you guys!
Haha! Thank you, Ronald! I appreciate the kind words! Funny enough, yeeeears ago I used to act pretty regularly, almost full time. Decided to pivot to TH-cam, though, because I enjoy the liberty and creative outlet of it! Looking to do this full time for you guys 😁
Subscribed today! I had the fold 4 and moved over to the s24 ultra bc my inner screen on my fold broke after a year with no drops.. I like the S24U bc of the bettery battery and cameras, but I just missed the form factor of the fold. Looking forward to your fold 5 and 6 comparison! I'm waiting on my fold 6. So excited!
I've come to realize the Galaxy Fold is better for signing contracts and documents. So I coming back to the latest Fold. I preordered the Fold 6 in crafted black.
It's really refreshing seeing content and reviews from yt reviewers that actually use the device. This a great video to help solidify my decision to buy the fold 6. I do have a question, it's been a few years since I've owned a Samsung fold. Does it still come with a pre installed screen protector? Also do you have any recommendations for a solid case that also covers the hinge? Thanks again
Hey, Chardan! That's a valid concern for sure. I can say that I have not had any internal nor external screen issues in my last years using Folds (so far.... fingers crossed 😆) My damage is always cosmetic on the side rails and such (my fault for being clumsy and not wearing a case), but never has a screen stopped working on me!
Hey there! Great question and hinestly... I feel like you'd still be in good hands with the Fold 5! Fold 6 will have: -Better Battery (efficiency) -Thermals -Slightly wider front display (which I prefer) If you don't care about those, then I think you're fine!
Did you not have any lag issues? Had note 20 ultra after 3months it had 0.5 secondish lag when I scroll especially TH-cam and when I press back button it delays. I asked othe galaxy users and they also have lags , but they use to it and don’t seem to bother. It seems like a typical galaxy problem? I switched back to iPhone for the reason… galaxy seem to focus to much on changes that they don’t pay attention to the hardware or system whatver it is called. You know what I mean
I would like to see how this phone works for entertainment. I'm on a s22 ultra thinking about switching to z fold 6. Wondering how it is to watch video on. The black bar size. Multi tasking in multiple ways. Example my s22 will put my youtube into a mini window I can drag around while on another app. I like that and wonder if it's still an option. Also is it a bigger or smaller window than an ultra phone. How does youtube work when only half open top to bottom is that possible. How is it in the full video screen vs the viewing comments while watching a video. Basically want to see every possible configuration and example of how youtube watching works on that fold series. Also how well does youtube work on the outer screen briefly. Here I am watching youtube on a phone about this phone wondering if my experience will be improved
Are you switching to fold 6? I have a fold 5 as well. With current deals a new fold 6 with trade-in costs $550 (including tax). But the changes are so insignificant that I probably wont switch to fold 6 from fold 5...
Love the video thank you, subscribed. Just good practical info for real life use. Rooting for you for when you do this full time! I'm thinking i need ti wait for the Pixel fold 2 next month to assess which one i take plunge with. Fold 6 and Pixel fold 2 are now good enough to make the jump. Do you have any thoughts on ipcoming pixel fold 2?
Hey Dave! Looking to see if I can finally jump from the walled garden to the #GalaxyFam🌌 with fold 6. Tried 3 and 4 in the past but couldn’t make it past first month. This year looks promising and hopefully will be for real! Love your Vids as always! Keep up the great work!
Pls forgive my transgressions and sins 😆 This comment cracked me up, I needed that 🤣 Thank you! Much more to come, and RIGHT? It was awesome! I'm already a fan of their products, so it was definitely a cool experience. Ally X content coming soon! And I hope it's not 100 degrees where you are like it is where I am 🫠
#GalaxyFam Great review video as always. I'm still rocking my S24U though. I'm curious to see if the rumors of the Galaxy Fold Ultra are real (2025). I do have the Galaxy Watch Ultra coming though.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I don't disagree that phones are super expensive haha. The Fold 4 is likely a pretty solid price now! Though I do SIGNIFICANTLY appreciate the closed hinge on the 5 over the 4
Shoot, great point! Bit of an oversight on my end. I actually recorded a section about battery life and overlooked the file 🤦🏽♂️ That's what happens when this isn't my full time job (yet) haha. Lots to juggle - BUT I get about 6-6.5 hours of SOT! Not the best, but I usually have a charger available at most points if the day
I love the z fold series.. i started off with the fold2..I will say the UI 5.1.1 which is still on my fold 4 and fold2 works better with multiple apps open at once then UI 6 and 6.1 which is on my fold5..so i can't blame that on the fold5 because when it had UI 5.1.1 the shortcut multiple apps worked great.. I did but my hands on a fold6 and it felt good but i think its design is headed in the wrong direction with it being shorter and wider which is more like the Oppo N folds and i don’t like that design... i wish Samsung went with the taller wider look like the Xiamoi or Huawei fold designs..
Ive had the fold 3, 4 and on the 5 now. So clearly I love my folds lol. That said I also have run them with the ultra devices (I buy both yearly) simply because I don't feel samsungs cameras on the fold are remotely as good as the ultras especially zoom, night shots and video. I can't stay on the ultras for long though because I kiss the big screen lol. Ive got a 1tb fold 6 on pre order...once you have some play time with it you realize it's a bigger upgrade than what you thought it was [other then the cameras]. I think to have a fold.with top level cameras I'll look towards the pixel fold 2, vivo x fold 3 pro or juet released honor magic v3....xiaomi mix fold 4 should also be quite good
Thank you for the feedback, I really appreciate that! You know, I tried my face on thumbnails a while back and the CTR was DRASTICALLY lower than my thumbnails designed like this 🤣 I chalked it up to no one wanting to see my mug hahaha. Do you think a more pop-py profile picture would help?
But the thing is I don't think they even know I exist 😂 I've never been contacted by them, never recieved any invitations to any events, and I've tried to reach out to them myself and just get crickets haha. So I doubt i have any kind of pull with the Repair Department haha. Maybe one day! But not today
False, mine broke and they sent one in that arrived in 2 days and came with a box to send mine in. Depends what state you're in and the insurance on it.
A COUPLE OF THINGS:,
1) Gaming, still just as great as when I got it
2) Samsung Dex is AWESOME. I personally don't use it often because I have a MacBook, but Dex works reliably, quickly, and smoothly even to this day.
Fold 6 content is DEFINITELY coming to the channel - But, honestly, the Fold 5 has still been a strong, reliable, complementary device on a day to day basis for me.
Let me know if you have any other questions!
I can't wait for fold 6 reviews bro❤
Why are you getting F6? I love my F5 and I like the squared off of the new F6, but I paid for samsung care and do not want to lose out on that money. When we all know most likely the new galaxy AI will come to the F5. Even with the 1200 trade in if you are not a content creator, it's not worth it.
I like this guy, I remember smashing through his videos when I first bought a Fold (5) and now I am waiting for my Fold 6 enjoying more of his top quality content.
Dang, thank you so much 🥹 I really appreciate the kind words, Hayness! This YT thing takes a considerable amount of effort, especially since I'm not doing this full time (yet... 👀) so comments like yours always make my day 😁
I'm excited for the Fold 6 also! I hope you love yours!
@@DavidAVelez1the fold 6 worth getting over the s24 ultra I can get the s24 Ultra for $949.99 new from amazon?
One of the more under rated reviewers. Great video.
@ChrisVideoNet Thank you so much, Chris! Hopefully one day i can be overrated 🤣 Or... Adequately rated haha!
I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
I Love my fold. I have the 3, then the Samsung gave me the 5 free of Charge and Now I will wait for the 7 😁💪
5 FREE OF CHARGE?! That's a huge upgrade! How'd you manage that?
I don't blame you waiting until the 7 😁 5 is still a beast!
@@DavidAVelez1 warranty. Inside screen problems with 2 years 😁 luck I guess 💪
I'm on the 3 too. Had a warranty issue last year and was hoping they'd give me a replacement 5. 😅
Either way I pre-ordered the 6 in blue and only ended up spending $900 total.
He got very lucky I put mine through warranty twice and got fold 3 both time replacement
@@filipelcarvalhosame here...16 months into the fold 4 ownership, inner screen started peeling from the top center. Had a 2 yr warranty...got a fold 5 for it with money back, as the 4 was 512gb and 5.was 256.
I'm an assistant superintendent on a golf course and wasn't sure how the fold would hold up. 10 months later and there isn't a scratch on either screen and my pockets are full of sand 90% of the time. Amazing phone
I'm a drain layer with dirt in his pockets 24/7... was worried about this 😂
One of the best tech reviewers on YT! I passed up on upgrading from the F4 to the F5 but I'm getting the F6. I almost got the OnePlus Open but it lacked features that the Samsung has and I couldn't do without. Hopefully OnePlus improves with the Open 2.
Oh wow, thank you so much for that Setzer! I am truly honored and don't take for granted that you're a real person that takes time to watch my content here 😁 I'm really glad you enjoy, I hope the videos help, and I'll do my best to continue bringing what is (hopefully) good content for you guys!
Nice!, F4 to F6 is going yo be a REALLY beefy upgrade for you! That wider front display is going to make quite a difference, as well as the closed hinge and tighter body.
The Open is really nice, but definitely lacked some features. I hope OP keeps pushing! They have something strong in their hands!
Can't wait to get my fold 6.
Who else is team crafted black ?
Me 😁 ✋️
It was a tough choice but i went with white but that carbon fiber look on the black is sick
Me
@@DavidAVelez1 Me too😃
@@redstang70 I was between the new sliver and black end up the black.
❤❤❤ always happy to see a video from you
And I'm always happy to see You, Abraham! Hopefully it's not 100 degrees over there like it is here 🫠
@David.AVelez we'll be in the 90s today but with the humidity, it still feels like the triple digits 🥵
Allways fun to watch these videos on my fold 5
Good video! Going with the 6, my first fold, coming from 23u, hopefully i won't be disappointed
Nice, Mike! I hope you enjoy it! I'm excited to get my hands on the 6 also - Once I experienced a Foldable, going back to a slab phone feels... like I'm missing something.
All preference of course.
I hope you love it as much as I do!
You will miss the cameras, unless you kept your ultra and go back and forth like i do lol
David our guy!!! Great review! I'm still on the s22U but love your content
Phoun! I always appreciate the love and support man 😁 The 22U is still a really good phone! Great cameras even now. How's the battery life treating you?
And more content to come 😁
@@DavidAVelez1 yessir!!! Love seeing you talk about how useful a phone can be day to day moment to moment. Anyone can read specs off but not very many reviewers go into depth like you. I'll probably upgrade to the s25Ultra if I'm in a better financial spot. The s22U is still a beast though and although I need to charge it once or twice a day, I'm a heavy user. I do wish they bring up the 5x to a further zoom again. Even if they upgrade the sensors to a 1 inch sensor that would be awesome.
I'm also in the process of wedding planning. It's is definitely alot of work and $$$.
Great to see you as always, Gage!
And ohhhhhh boy 🤣 You know the pain!
Honest review man…..can you please suggest me as to whether I should use Inner Screen with the pre applied screen protector or get some other one?
@@jackrider2977 Hey, Jack! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😁
Great question! I honestly have never had any problems with the pre-applied screen protector that the phone comes with! I just touch it with my fingers (no nails), and the SPen
David is always giving the best videos in YT. I love this guy teaching everything about technology. I have the 5, and I'm awaiting the 6, but I'm not sure if I should wait for the 7 😂
Awesome content 👏🏻 love this channel!
Awesome video! Long term dirability is the biggest concern, and I don't see it being adressed frequently! So it's very nice to see you talk about it! Fold 5 owner here. Obviously worried whether it will last for a few years
@@9abe9 Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😁
Yes! I had external/cosmetic knicks and bruises, but nothing that infringed on how the phone operated/folded open or closed or anything! (Thankfully 😂)
@David.AVelez thanks for the thorough reply! I've edited my comment because I actually wrote about the durability topic meaning that you touched on that subject!
Great review! While I haven't used mine up quite to the level you have, I have thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to the Fold 6 being a daily driver!
Hey, Emanuel! I'm really happy you enjoyed the video! I'm glad you've been loving your Fold 5 also and I am SUPER excited for the 6 as well 😁
You mentioned not using yours quite to the level I have, but I think there's beauty in your device having THAT much capability, even if you don't always need it. One day, you might, and it will be able to handle it 😁
Great content. Just subbed!
Oh wow, thank you so much Johnny! I really appreciate that 😁 I thoroughly enjoy making videos for you guys, and so knowing YOU liked it means the world to me 😁
Much more to come!
Are you in the #GalaxyFam?
thx, great review, I ordered the z fold 6 😁
Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😁
And woop woop! 🙌 I hope you enjoy it! Can't wait to get mine 😁
I have the fold 5, I'm a long time note user and I can say there are areas I like and areas where they need to improve where this can be my one and only daily driver but I still love it just wish they can improve more
I’ve been contemplating upgrading my Z Fold 4 to 6. I think I need to hold the 6 and test it out in a store first
FIRMMLLYYYY GRASSSP IT ✊🏽 🤛 🤜 👊 🤣
@@DavidAVelez1 😆
It's a trap. As soon as you hold it, you're going to want to buy it on the spot lol
@UTubeGenius 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I'm inclined to agree
@@UTubeGenius 😁😁😁
Awesome video David, sorry for the late watch. ❤
Appreciate how honestly you say 11 month and couple weeks instead of year))
Hahaha, yeahhhhh. It didn't sit right on my conscience 😆
And I figured I can be honest about it because 2.5 weeks isn't going to make a big difference in my experience with the Fold 5 over this year haha.
I'm glad you caught that 😆
I honestly think the Z fold series has been the best phone I have ever used, even with some of it's limitations.
I'm inclined to agree!
What limitations for you?
@David.AVelez The outer display could be wider , the camera system could be better being a $2k device, the camera underneath the inner display is horrible in my opinion (wouldn't mind a pin hole camera system), the smaller battery size and charging speeds compared to other foldables, and the lack of a built in Spen like the Galaxy s24 ultra. If all of those boxes were checked, this would be the One Phone to Rule Them All, hands down.
We need more reviews bro. Keep it up🫡
Thank you so much, Amany! Many more to come 😁
Absolutely.
Really great video. I'm coming over from pixel 8 pro to the fold 6 and this was helpful. Thanks. You've got a new subscriber
Thank you so much for the kind words! And welcome along for the journey 😁
Making these can be tiring with life going on, so seeing you guys enjoy it and appreciate it always makes it worth it - so thank you!
I hope you like the Fold as much as I do!!
My brother! Blessings good sir! 🙏
Blessings to you also, Dew! Always great to see you! 😁 I hope you're doing well, and NOT in 100 Degree weather like we are 🥵
Any durability issues David? also i'm holding out until the form factor allows you to use the phone closed more often, kind of like the pixel fold (wider outside screen)
Hi there, great question! The video touches on the durability stuff a bit later in the video - But long story short, no! Thankfully, haha.
I've had dings and scratches on the outside (my fault for being clumsy and not wearing a case), but I have never had the internal display or hinger on the Fold 4 nor 5 break or stop working on me thankfully!
Even here, I went to Kiagara Falls with my family and the phone got DRENCHED as I was recording - No problems there!
Great video bro 👍
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😁 Much more to come!
You guys really have a great trade-in program in the US, unlike here in Indonesia.
I've been rocking my Fold 5 for 11+ months like yourself and gonna skip the Fold 6 because it's too pricey to trade-in and I still have my Samsung Care+ for another year.
Hopefully they improve the battery capacity and minimalize the crease on the Fold 7.
Yo David, you're one of my favorite reviewers. You always keep it real and don't sugarcoat anything. Keep up the good work, man! More subs are definitely coming your way. God bless. #GalaxyFam
Dang, Drew 🥹🥹🥹 Thank you so much, man! This comment made my day 🥹 And I appreciate comments like yours a ton because it keeps me focused and grateful that there are actual human beings I get to connect with from around the world and hopefully help in some way 😁 I don't take you guys for granted, and I keep you guys I'm consideration even with sponsored content.
I am SO happy you enjoy the content 😊 More to come! God Bless to you also!
What about battery life? Does it hold good? I always find most of the RAM occupied by background applications, I know this is subjective, and unreliable GPS, from my past experience with Samsung😢
Love your videos
Thank you for your inspiring video, I am in hesitation to change my s23 ultra to Fold 6 and probably I will after your video, just to try new experience of foldable phone
Great job man! love the video!
Professor Technerd! Love the name 😆 Thank you so much for the kind words, and I'm really glad you enjoyed the video 😁 These take quite a bit if effort, so comments like yours always make my day 😁
#GalaxyFam but have been back and forth with Android and Apple over the years. The GF5 is the best device I've owned... Easily the most fun and functional. Thanks for your vids and perspectives back when I was choosing a year ago... (Well... 11 months and a few weeks ago). Keep up the great work David and go Birds!!! Fly 🦅 Fly
#GalaxyFam
Was with Oneplus for 7 years, but glad to be back home.
Galaxy Fam! What made you go to OP, and then come back?
@@DavidAVelez1 When the Galaxy Note 9 reached $1000. 😂
Oneplus was fun, but there was always unnecessary bugs with each OS update, from not receiving phone calls with the OP6 to the home swipe not working with he OP9 Pro, had to back up my data and factory reset the phone.
Amazing video ty!!
Hey David, quick question.
If you bought the phone with Best Buy, why did you go for Samsung Care instead of their protection in-store? It covers mostly the same stuff.
Great call! So I do get a lot of things from Best Buy, but I pre ordered the Fold 5 through Samsung when it was first announced and got the SC through them to see how yhe process was got you guys!
@@DavidAVelez1 Ah you just did the pickup at Best Buy. Got you. Cool man.
Please tell me you do voice acting or something?
You have one of the coolest voices I've ever heard lol
Nice video
Haha! Thank you, Ronald! I appreciate the kind words!
Funny enough, yeeeears ago I used to act pretty regularly, almost full time.
Decided to pivot to TH-cam, though, because I enjoy the liberty and creative outlet of it!
Looking to do this full time for you guys 😁
Subscribed today! I had the fold 4 and moved over to the s24 ultra bc my inner screen on my fold broke after a year with no drops.. I like the S24U bc of the bettery battery and cameras, but I just missed the form factor of the fold. Looking forward to your fold 5 and 6 comparison! I'm waiting on my fold 6. So excited!
How long did you have the fold 4 before the screen broke?😊
@bassheadlife492 probably around the 1 year mark! I didn't even drop it and the inner screen went black :(
I’m switching from the 15 pro max to the z gold 6 can’t wait for it do I need an inner screen protector for the inner display?
did you use Galaxy z fold 5 for almost one year without a protective case?
I've come to realize the Galaxy Fold is better for signing contracts and documents. So I coming back to the latest Fold. I preordered the Fold 6 in crafted black.
I have been using digital signing for years! Would you still like to sign the docs?
Yes sir!! Team fold!
It's really refreshing seeing content and reviews from yt reviewers that actually use the device. This a great video to help solidify my decision to buy the fold 6.
I do have a question, it's been a few years since I've owned a Samsung fold. Does it still come with a pre installed screen protector? Also do you have any recommendations for a solid case that also covers the hinge? Thanks again
Interested in this for sure. My biggest concern with these phones is I won't get three years or so out of it before the screen becomes an issue.
Hey, Chardan! That's a valid concern for sure. I can say that I have not had any internal nor external screen issues in my last years using Folds (so far.... fingers crossed 😆)
My damage is always cosmetic on the side rails and such (my fault for being clumsy and not wearing a case), but never has a screen stopped working on me!
@@DavidAVelez1 I appreciate the response, many thanks
If my zf5 is in perfect shape, do you think it is worth it to upgrade to zf6? Will I be missing anything?
Hey there! Great question and hinestly... I feel like you'd still be in good hands with the Fold 5!
Fold 6 will have:
-Better Battery (efficiency)
-Thermals
-Slightly wider front display (which I prefer)
If you don't care about those, then I think you're fine!
Did you not have any lag issues? Had note 20 ultra after 3months it had 0.5 secondish lag when I scroll especially TH-cam and when I press back button it delays. I asked othe galaxy users and they also have lags , but they use to it and don’t seem to bother. It seems like a typical galaxy problem? I switched back to iPhone for the reason… galaxy seem to focus to much on changes that they don’t pay attention to the hardware or system whatver it is called. You know what I mean
I would like to see how this phone works for entertainment. I'm on a s22 ultra thinking about switching to z fold 6. Wondering how it is to watch video on. The black bar size. Multi tasking in multiple ways. Example my s22 will put my youtube into a mini window I can drag around while on another app. I like that and wonder if it's still an option. Also is it a bigger or smaller window than an ultra phone. How does youtube work when only half open top to bottom is that possible. How is it in the full video screen vs the viewing comments while watching a video. Basically want to see every possible configuration and example of how youtube watching works on that fold series. Also how well does youtube work on the outer screen briefly. Here I am watching youtube on a phone about this phone wondering if my experience will be improved
Are you switching to fold 6? I have a fold 5 as well. With current deals a new fold 6 with trade-in costs $550 (including tax). But the changes are so insignificant that I probably wont switch to fold 6 from fold 5...
Love the video thank you, subscribed. Just good practical info for real life use. Rooting for you for when you do this full time!
I'm thinking i need ti wait for the Pixel fold 2 next month to assess which one i take plunge with. Fold 6 and Pixel fold 2 are now good enough to make the jump. Do you have any thoughts on ipcoming pixel fold 2?
Are there any bugs that haven't been fixed with software updates?
Hey Dave! Looking to see if I can finally jump from the walled garden to the #GalaxyFam🌌 with fold 6. Tried 3 and 4 in the past but couldn’t make it past first month. This year looks promising and hopefully will be for real!
Love your Vids as always! Keep up the great work!
You lied to us. Not one year. Coming back in 17 days to watch this video 🤣🤣 great video man keep it up. And congrats on the tech invite! Dope
Pls forgive my transgressions and sins 😆
This comment cracked me up, I needed that 🤣 Thank you!
Much more to come, and RIGHT? It was awesome! I'm already a fan of their products, so it was definitely a cool experience.
Ally X content coming soon!
And I hope it's not 100 degrees where you are like it is where I am 🫠
@@DavidAVelez1 not a 100 degrees but also not fun in the ATL lol
Eagles hat? You from Philly?
@@ceo_Angelop
Jersey! Go Birds 🦅
#GalaxyFam
Great review video as always. I'm still rocking my S24U though. I'm curious to see if the rumors of the Galaxy Fold Ultra are real (2025). I do have the Galaxy Watch Ultra coming though.
Nice vids. 1 or 2k for a phone is to much. Hope the price will go down asap.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I don't disagree that phones are super expensive haha. The Fold 4 is likely a pretty solid price now! Though I do SIGNIFICANTLY appreciate the closed hinge on the 5 over the 4
Idk if I should trade my s24 ultra for the fold 6 im stuck in the middle of
Are you getting the z fold 6?
@@UTubeGenius Yes! Partly to review for you guys, mostly for myself 😆
Im waiting for your z6 review sir!..
I appreciate that! Definitely coming 😁
Mine arrives on the 24th!
Battery?
When are you going to make a new video
U should have mention about battery life
Shoot, great point! Bit of an oversight on my end. I actually recorded a section about battery life and overlooked the file 🤦🏽♂️
That's what happens when this isn't my full time job (yet) haha. Lots to juggle - BUT
I get about 6-6.5 hours of SOT! Not the best, but I usually have a charger available at most points if the day
I love the z fold series.. i started off with the fold2..I will say the UI 5.1.1 which is still on my fold 4 and fold2 works better with multiple apps open at once then UI 6 and 6.1 which is on my fold5..so i can't blame that on the fold5 because when it had UI 5.1.1 the shortcut multiple apps worked great..
I did but my hands on a fold6 and it felt good but i think its design is headed in the wrong direction with it being shorter and wider which is more like the Oppo N folds and i don’t like that design... i wish Samsung went with the taller wider look like the Xiamoi or Huawei fold designs..
Ive had the fold 3, 4 and on the 5 now. So clearly I love my folds lol. That said I also have run them with the ultra devices (I buy both yearly) simply because I don't feel samsungs cameras on the fold are remotely as good as the ultras especially zoom, night shots and video. I can't stay on the ultras for long though because I kiss the big screen lol.
Ive got a 1tb fold 6 on pre order...once you have some play time with it you realize it's a bigger upgrade than what you thought it was [other then the cameras].
I think to have a fold.with top level cameras I'll look towards the pixel fold 2, vivo x fold 3 pro or juet released honor magic v3....xiaomi mix fold 4 should also be quite good
You have a phone addiction
You should add your face on the thumbnails, so it's easier to see that the videos are yours. I miss them on the subscription because of that.
Thank you for the feedback, I really appreciate that!
You know, I tried my face on thumbnails a while back and the CTR was DRASTICALLY lower than my thumbnails designed like this 🤣 I chalked it up to no one wanting to see my mug hahaha.
Do you think a more pop-py profile picture would help?
#GalaxyFam #ZFoldGang
Cute boy 🤓
#GalaxyFam
#GalaxyFam 😁😁😁 Are you in a Fold also?
They charge a $1,000 amount to hold until they receive your device. They treated you differently as a content creator.
But the thing is I don't think they even know I exist 😂 I've never been contacted by them, never recieved any invitations to any events, and I've tried to reach out to them myself and just get crickets haha.
So I doubt i have any kind of pull with the Repair Department haha. Maybe one day! But not today
False, mine broke and they sent one in that arrived in 2 days and came with a box to send mine in. Depends what state you're in and the insurance on it.
Screen to narrow
Dragon ball Fusion world
@@FilleForet A fellow human of culture! 😎
Are you ready for Black in 2 weeks?
@@DavidAVelez1 Of course! GT Goku is so cool.
And today I switched from iphone15pro to Fold6! My first Fold device.