I think it's only because of the strong precise trustworthy loyal helpful friendly curteous kind obedient cheerful thrifty brave clean and reverant and not to mention super good looking JerryRigEverything. If it weren't for those traits, I don't know.
I've always been worried about the durability of my Flip5. But seeing this, although teardowns and durability tests can't be 100% correlated with real-world durability, does give me assurance as I also plan on using my Flip5 for many years to come. Great video.
I love innovation in tech industry, so it's a good thing some companies still care about innovation unlike apple with their HUGE innovations like USB C , always on display etc 😂
@aaaaaa-hh8cq Honestly, I had the same thoughts that the flipping won't be useful for me (I mainly bought the phone for the style and to try something new). But after, like, what is now three weeks, I find myself using the cover display a lot. Some days, I use the cover display more than the main display. The use I found for the cover display is by doing essential tasks like messaging, maps, food delivery, weather, and other apps that are useful for the day. Also, I noticed that the cover display holds me back from further diving deep down with phone usage, like suddenly opening TikTok, Instagram, and other time-wasting apps. People say the cover display has limited usage, which they find as a con, but for me, I found it as a pro. Lastly, the "flip" makes the phone easy to stand. So, when taking photos, I never ask for anyone to hold my phone to take a photo of me or us. I just simply flip the phone in an angle, and it stands on its own.
@DrDemolition unless you intentionally dig your nails into the screen you won't have a problem. And if you do dig your nails into a plastic screen what do you expect
I just got the flip 5. Im an electro-mechanical engineer and a bunch of us watch your breakdowns. We love breaking stuff too lol. I should have just watched this before picking through 500 specs sheets about it. Definitely ordering the skin for this one. Keep up the awesome!
@@rlalani7 i mean just clicking on a random video "are tech TH-camrs safe from cracked screens?" he refers to himself as Jerry in the description. it's been a joke in the channel that his name is Jerry; it's not just people calling him that because they think it's his real name.
Watching these teardowns, espacially for these foldables, makes you really apreciate the level of technology, smart engineering and clever space management that these companies have achieved so far We really seem to take these technologies for granted
Absolutely! It's mind-blowing to see how flip and fold phones have evolved with each generation. Can't wait to see what the future holds for these devices!
@hyperdude54 I had a Fold 4 and liked it, but the narrow aspect ratio outer screen caused a lot of app issues. Traded it in for a Flip 5 and I love it. None of the issues I had before. If you go for a foldable go for a Flip unless you're comfortable going with a different phone that has a wider outer screen aspect ratio like the Pixel Fold.
@@LimeOnTheSide760yeah i was thinking weather to get the fold or flip really like how the the fold opens up to basically be a small tablet but i dont think i would use it much besides to watch youtube on i see most people having the fold however most people are recommending the flip still not sure which to get but ill probably wait untill the 6 come out and then get either the flip 6 or fold 6
@@instakillisy7360yea good idea personally for me I'd go with fold because it's nice to turn your phone into a tablet, but there are others who like the flip more
My flip 3 gave me a solid 2 years. The last couple of months, the hinge wouldn't fully open, so it had a slight bend all the time. The screen had little micro cracks at the bend and was beaten up a bit. (No case, just a dbrand skin) I upgraded to the flip 5 last week and am very happy so far. Good luck with yours!
What impresses me most about the teardowns with each smartphone is the level of sophistication and engineering that goes into making these devices that we use every single day. Wild stuff! The most notable ones for me are the foldable screen, the hinge mechanism, and the battery arrangement.
It’s always good to know that being trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent are still necessary character traits for phone durability and tear downs. ! 👍😁👌
Zack, could you introduce a freezer test for foldables (put in the freezer for a few hours then fold/unfold a few times while it's cold)? Us people in cold climates are afraid to open these outside in the winter, and I know many people who had the screen snap in the cold so it's definitely a useful thing to look at.
I own the ZF4, & plan to keep it for another 2-3 years. It amazes me just how durable these folding phones have become. My phone looks & functions just fine, and it's used daily for work & play. I hope you enjoy the new Flip phone!
This speaks volumes. Do you know how far foldables have come to where jerry not only took one apart and put it back together with minimum fuss but to where hes convinced enough to daily drive one after having a note 10 plus for the last few years? I know the fold 5 didnt fare as well (so far so good in my hands) but it's saying something about foldables maybe being more ready for prime time than we thought.
That may have been the absolute best teardown ever. I am still trying to figure out how Zach reassembled that particular phone and it actually worked. Seemingly impossible more than most. On another note, does anyone else get concerned when Zach cuts away the screen (or back of the phone) with a razor blade with his fingers directly in line of an unfortunate slip of the blade? No worries I guess because he could always reconstruct a thumb or other finger and make it work as perfectly as most of the devices he tears down. 😂
as for cutting towards himself, that's something you get good at over time or cut urself so badly one time u learn to find a workaround. I've never that bad 'one time' and I hope he never does either. I learned watching others make a similar mistake I avoided it and even better hopefully for many merely hearing of possible danger they too can remain intact, smart, and safe.
This teardown is so informative! Im still a bit annoyed that different build version exist with lower quality parts used whilst theyre still the same price. But thank youfor exposing it so thoroughly!
i am pretty sure those lower quality parts exist for markets that they need to sell at lower prices? kind of what they did with the exynos versions of phones.
@@dedasdude While I was considering getting myself a midrange Galaxy A model, I found it's quite the opposite. In India and China where phone manufacturer competition is much tougher at all price ranges, Samsung beefs up the specs to compete. Here in America they lower them because they can get away with it. This is less evident in the premium phones but the low- and mid-range models show it very clearly.
You are getting better disassembling folding phones! Maybe for the next one you can try using less aggressive plastic tools for the flexible display, like the edge of an old credit card sharpened with sand paper.
I'm always surprised about how durable the Z Flips are! I'm on my third now. Flip 3, Flip 4, Flip 5 which is my daily phone now. The others are still working like new. Never had any problem. 👍💪
I treat my phones also with no mercy, my flip 3 survived many drops and two toddlers for about 2 years. So I am excited to get the occasional update. Good luck jerry!
I'm also trying to move to an Android phone (most likely S23+) after being an iOS user for ~8 years (yes I'm deep down in the ecosystem so wish me luck :D). It's great to know that Samsung has put a bit more effort in favor of reparability.
Bit the bullet and upgraded my suddenly demised (gravity, you bastard!) oneplus 6t to an s23 (nonplus, nonultra). Only annoying thing about it is the samsung bloatware that persistently beg to be updated even after I disabled them all.
I've been an android user my entire life back to the android icecream sandwich days, and I'm now considering going all in on the apple ecosystem for once. I'm getting a macbook air m1 from a friend and I think my next phone will be an iphone, probably one of the smaller ones (I'm trying to go into the digital minimalism concept) I will still keep an older android phone for the android apps that I already have, but I plan on using the iphone as the main device.
My wife has been carrying a Z-Flip 3 and me a Z-Fold 3 since shortly after they came out and I could scarf them up on the secondary market from iPhone users who couldn't process the switch to Android. We love them both. My screen factory screen protector started getting bubbles under it long ago and was removed. My wife's factory screen protector has started to release at the fold on each side and it will seen be removed as well. Kudos for the Boy Scout Law reference @9:31!
Hey Jerry, if u are worried about the durability I can say that my flip3 has suprised me alot. I have had it for around 2 years now with no issues, it still runs really well and I have really put it to the test by taking it to the beach and in water numerous times without any damage occuring.
I'm soo excited Zach! You are a man's man. A harder, outdoorsy, rougher-than-most (at least of your viewers), tough worker. I have respect for you and what you do. I'm very curious to see how long this phone lasts in your pockets. I had a Fold 4 (RIP), that didn't make it past 9 months (I'm an IT Sys Admin with 3 young boys who get to play with it on occasion). Simply put, the inner screen protector needed replacing, and after 3 attempts of sending it to Samsung directly, they gave me a full refund. I've given them a second chance though, and am now sporting a Fold 5. Can't keep an addict down. Here's hoping we both have great experiences with our devices! (As a side note, I also picked up a 2023 Moto Razr + for one of my sons, so I'll be keeping tabs on it as well). I hope you and Mama and little one are doing well! ❤
Hey Jerry and Cambry ! As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to send my warmest wishes to you. May the upcoming holiday season bring you joy, relaxation, and cherished moments with loved ones. May you find inspiration and creativity in the coming year, and may it be filled with success, growth, and exciting new opportunities. Your content has been a source of knowledge and entertainment for many, and I want to express my gratitude for the valuable content you've shared. Thank you for being a part of this online community and for your dedication to your craft. Wishing you a peaceful and joyful holiday season, a fantastic New Year, and continued success in all your endeavors. Stay safe and keep up the fantastic work
I bought the Flip5 after a few weeks of hemming and hawwing. It doesn't have as good a camera as my old phone, and the battery is smaller, but this time around I was mostly interested in the novelty and a chance to try and new less bulky form factor, and boy am I glad I did. The screen and hinge durability is a concern though, and I kinda expect this phone to not last much longer than two years with regular and a little careless use, as is normal for humans. I hope next year's model isn't just a minor upgrade on the old model. These phones would be perfect with a bigger battery and more competent camera. I really don't wanna carry around a giant phone-slate in my pocket anymore after experiencing this.
I'll look forward to you seeing the results of your extended durability test of the Flip. It's a fascinating phone, but I remain unconvinced it'd survive well enough.
as a person who's had the 2, the 3, the 4 and now the 5, you are correct. I know it's not going to last. It barely lasts a year, but I just trade it in every year.
I was using my Note 8 from 2017 until last month. I thought about a flip phone but was concerned about how long it would last. Will be interesting to see what you get out of yours. Hopefully a lot. I would like my next phone to be a flip in another 6 years.
I still use my Note 8, it's showing signs of wear and tear (especially the battery and the screen) but still works well enough. Hopefully my next phone (when the Note 8 finally gives up) will last at least as long
I like my flip 5 it has his disadvantages and advantages like you got to be real careful with this phone scratches on the screen stick on the screen protector
@@TheGrejp I was planning on keeping it until it died. I recently got hearing aids with Bluetooth. Unfortunately they don’t work with anything that is not at least a Note 10 So I got the Ultra 23
Altough flip and foldable phones are more durable then people think but theirs no way they would last 6 years Atleast untill now unless they have some kind of technology becouse of the screen After a couple years from about 2 years or so the screen might have deep scratches on the middle of the screen and over time might crack the screen where it bends because of fisics, altough it would most likely be still usable But you might get 4 years out of the phone because I've seen several first Gen flips in really good condition, how long have they been used, idk
I've had my s9 plus for almost 5 years and I love it. I'm long overdue for an upgrade. I hope this z flip is a good option. My last flip phone was from Verizon, an LG VX8300. This was a personal favorite of mine
🤣 The caliber of the technician ... so strong, so trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent 😂
The columns of pixels that failed during the initial dismantling seems to have intermittently started working again after reassembly. I am guessing that some, if not all electrical connections are by conductive adhesives or maybe even just mechanical pressure. I must say, the repairability seems to be more than acceptable for a modern flippy phone, if it actually comes back into a more or less functioning state after that treatment. Not even a cracked glass panel. A skilled technician could probably switch the battery without any major hiccups for a normal use phone. I think Samsung will get my stamp of approval and a thumbs up for this one.
I decided I wanted one of these after watching your videos. Although now the 6 comes out in less than a month I'm going to wait for it. Thanks for your awesome content.
This man is the GOAT. While most other reviews switch to newer phones every couple of months our man here kept his old note 10+ for about 4 years and he doesn't even switch to the best or the most expensive phone (yeah $1000 is still quite expensive though) unlike other youtubers 👏👏
I'd like to think a lot of phone companies expedited their pull tabs for batteries partly due to your videos Jerry. Great work being a positive influence for recycling. Still love my dbrand case too! Enjoy your new phone
I was going to switch to this too but I can't get over the plastic screen that scratches and dents easily do I opted for the s23 ultra I trade my Note 20 in and it reduced the piece to 500$ so that was the best decision I've made. the integrated s pen the super clear and bright display and amazing camera. plus the battery lasts forever and charged almost fully in 30 min. it prob won't happen any time soon but until they somehow make real glass foldable, I won't be getting any flip phone. still the z flip and cold are amazing in their own right , like you are for doing all these tests for us. Keep it up
I love watching your videos I was on the fence about upgrading my 4 year old iphone to the z flip 5 but after your videos I think I will upgrade. Thank you very much for your Awesome videos.
Great video! On my 3rd generation Flip now (Flip 3, Flip 4 and now Flip 5).. I have had screen failures but everything else has been rock solid.. love the format factor, the now larger Flex screen, and the wow factor
3:41 This is the moment I twitched hard because I've seen so many of your teardowns that I knew you were about to kill the screen since you didn't hold your knife perfectly flat but rather at an angle that would apply pressure to the pixels and would ultimately kill them. Then you started wiggling your knife and my soul left my body 👻 Most intense 5 seconds of my day! PS: when you wiggled your knife you applied diagonal pressure and sheer forces while foldables can only withstand pressure and tensile stresses in the folding direction.
I'm a maintenance engineer and I have the fold 4. I regularly get metal filings stuck on the magnets in the corners of the inner screen. Not a massive issue but it does cause indentations on the screen. Just something to consider.
@JerryRigEverything - I have a friend that went through ALL samsung flip iterations, every single one so far got a crease down the middle after a year of use that cause the touch to stop functioning properly and need to be replaced, so I kind of laughed at the "I plan to use it for 4 years" XD
flip phones back then were wild. fashionable, even. their designs were so wildly different that it was fun just comparing phones' designs. not really the same now but still, it gives an oddly nostalgic feeling
Not sure if u read this, but id love to see u judge and test the fairphone 5. Its a phone that everyone could assemble and desemble according to them. Its a new european brand and it promises to be fully renewable for the enviroment.
I had my zflip3 for almost 3 years. It was a great phone! But last month the bottom mic stopped working randomly (I take very good care of my devices). The phone was still usable because of the mic on top, but I upgraded anyway to the zflip5, love it
I'm going to say I'm finally a part of History I can't believe when you're getting a z fold five I honestly support the environment as well and I think it's very important for people to buy phones to think about the end of life for their devices because they all need to realize that we don't want to destroy the environment, also I can't believe you were able to fully repaired a Z flip completely❤🤩🤩
Hi Zack. First of all, greetings from Brasil(we spell with S not Z). I have a Fold 4 for about a year now and I had to replace the screen protector once and my display died. Lucky me it was still under the Samsung Care my wife also got a Flip 4, and the screen died, but they said that the phone presented some marks of use, so the warranty did not cover the replacement. I was a bit skeptical about the new flip and before I even decide to buy a new phone I check your vids. After this one I found out that Flip 5 is way more robust. Thanks!
this is hella cool, the flip5 looks like a really cool phone but felt like it could break with the slightest fall i like to keep my phone long term and am considering it, this was a great test to watch, thanks dude
Cool, finally a flip phone long durability test! Lol my guess it that it will last hmm 2 years and 3 months. Are you going to give a yearly update or just small updates as things happen?
How cool is that with a flip phone as a daily driver, you'll have the sensation you are effortlessly bending a standard phone in half with just one hand every time you shut it closed. And amazingly it will survive!
the phone surviving both the durability test, and the teardown (mostly) makes me much more interested in purchasing a folding phone in the future. the long term wear and tear of the sofer inner screen is still a concern to me. Though unless we invent some ultra thing flexible super strong material for the screens i cant really see that changing.
You should make a video about the greeline issue every samsung and oneplus users have been facing for more than a year now. Creator like you speaking about it will make brands aware so please give it a look.
I not only appreciate Zack's commitment to the environment,his honest tear downs and durability tests, but more than anything, his philanthropic causes and heart of gold is admirable and inspiring.I don't know you personally,but from what im allowed to see and he's shared, you look like the type of person this world needs to improve itself and society.
3 years but might make it to the 4. I have the Z Fold 3. Going stron, but I do use my inner screen a lot less than the outer one. The screen protector did have to come off after 1 year since it was popping on the crease and catching dust and sand. Samsung did not remove it, I did, and have not got another to put on. There are also micro cracks along the crease, under the top film, on the UTG. Overall, I got it at launch and have loved the phone since.
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This phone surviving the durability test was impressive, but surviving the teardown as well, that's truly next level.
ngl, jerry just approved my future purchase of a flip 5. I was always hesitant before but this one looks damn promising!
It keeps getting better every year 😂
@@GH0STST4RSCR34MI will wait for Flip 9 😂
I think it's only because of the strong precise trustworthy loyal helpful friendly curteous kind obedient cheerful thrifty brave clean and reverant and not to mention super good looking JerryRigEverything. If it weren't for those traits, I don't know.
@@GH0STST4RSCR34M It's his own words 😂
I've always been worried about the durability of my Flip5. But seeing this, although teardowns and durability tests can't be 100% correlated with real-world durability, does give me assurance as I also plan on using my Flip5 for many years to come. Great video.
I love innovation in tech industry, so it's a good thing some companies still care about innovation unlike apple with their HUGE innovations like USB C , always on display etc 😂
@aaaaaa-hh8cq Honestly, I had the same thoughts that the flipping won't be useful for me (I mainly bought the phone for the style and to try something new). But after, like, what is now three weeks, I find myself using the cover display a lot. Some days, I use the cover display more than the main display.
The use I found for the cover display is by doing essential tasks like messaging, maps, food delivery, weather, and other apps that are useful for the day.
Also, I noticed that the cover display holds me back from further diving deep down with phone usage, like suddenly opening TikTok, Instagram, and other time-wasting apps. People say the cover display has limited usage, which they find as a con, but for me, I found it as a pro.
Lastly, the "flip" makes the phone easy to stand. So, when taking photos, I never ask for anyone to hold my phone to take a photo of me or us. I just simply flip the phone in an angle, and it stands on its own.
if their plastic screen didn't die to nails, i would be buying this phone - it's quite awesome
@DrDemolition unless you intentionally dig your nails into the screen you won't have a problem. And if you do dig your nails into a plastic screen what do you expect
@@joshsmith7521 i can't really treat my phone like a snowflake now can i? fucking sneeze wrong and boom, you got a dent in your screen LMAO.
How the flip phone was almost fully functional after the teardown is very impressive.
Even the main screen didn't have the strip from the razer
This actually makes me want to get the Flip 5 rn
Jerry inspires me.. My parents said if i get 50K followers They'd buy me a professional camera for recording..begging u guys , literally
Begging...
@@Unkn0wnz_anon no??? it did after he put on the dbrand skin which is kinda funny
@@namantherockstarI bet you're writing from your smarthphone, use it as your recording device.
I just got the flip 5. Im an electro-mechanical engineer and a bunch of us watch your breakdowns. We love breaking stuff too lol. I should have just watched this before picking through 500 specs sheets about it. Definitely ordering the skin for this one. Keep up the awesome!
Jerry not only did not break the flexible screen, but was able to fix it after completely disassembling the phone. Amazing!
I was about to argue but I then realized that he didn't break it but he only damaged it so it still works 👍
His name isn’t jerry it’s zac btw lol
@@rlalani7he calls himself Jerry in these videos who actually cares?
@@Polyeith when has he actually called himself Jerry? It’s not a big deal just letting them know. Why do you care to comment?
@@rlalani7 i mean just clicking on a random video "are tech TH-camrs safe from cracked screens?" he refers to himself as Jerry in the description. it's been a joke in the channel that his name is Jerry; it's not just people calling him that because they think it's his real name.
Watching these teardowns, espacially for these foldables, makes you really apreciate the level of technology, smart engineering and clever space management that these companies have achieved so far
We really seem to take these technologies for granted
Absolutely! It's mind-blowing to see how flip and fold phones have evolved with each generation. Can't wait to see what the future holds for these devices!
I wanted one for so long but knew the technology needed to cook for a bit longer. I'm very comfortable getting a new fold very soon.
@hyperdude54 I had a Fold 4 and liked it, but the narrow aspect ratio outer screen caused a lot of app issues. Traded it in for a Flip 5 and I love it. None of the issues I had before. If you go for a foldable go for a Flip unless you're comfortable going with a different phone that has a wider outer screen aspect ratio like the Pixel Fold.
@@LimeOnTheSide760yeah i was thinking weather to get the fold or flip really like how the the fold opens up to basically be a small tablet but i dont think i would use it much besides to watch youtube on i see most people having the fold however most people are recommending the flip still not sure which to get but ill probably wait untill the 6 come out and then get either the flip 6 or fold 6
@@instakillisy7360yea good idea
personally for me I'd go with fold because it's nice to turn your phone into a tablet, but there are others who like the flip more
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My flip 3 gave me a solid 2 years. The last couple of months, the hinge wouldn't fully open, so it had a slight bend all the time. The screen had little micro cracks at the bend and was beaten up a bit. (No case, just a dbrand skin) I upgraded to the flip 5 last week and am very happy so far. Good luck with yours!
exactt same forcme rn for the zflip 3
this is literally the first time Zack has been able to carefully disassemble a foldable that I have seen. well done jerry 👍👍
One of these flip phones surviving the tear down video is honestly one of the most impressive things I’ve seen on this channel.
zack swapping from a standard phone to a foldable phone is kinda funny ngl
Never thought I’d see this day, especially with a foldable, which is considered more fragile
Plastic is plastic and plastic scratches.
Never knew Zack would like something that scratches at a level 2 with deeper groves at a level 3.
Funny? What's funny in this. unmatured guy spoted
@@user-handle456"Unmatured", that's funny
Got myself a Flip 5 as well. Praying it lasts 4 years as well. The tear down and durability tests give me hope
Of all the new phones that come out, The Z Flip has always been the one I want the most. Its design is ace.
What impresses me most about the teardowns with each smartphone is the level of sophistication and engineering that goes into making these devices that we use every single day. Wild stuff! The most notable ones for me are the foldable screen, the hinge mechanism, and the battery arrangement.
It’s always good to know that being trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent are still necessary character traits for phone durability and tear downs. ! 👍😁👌
Zack, could you introduce a freezer test for foldables (put in the freezer for a few hours then fold/unfold a few times while it's cold)? Us people in cold climates are afraid to open these outside in the winter, and I know many people who had the screen snap in the cold so it's definitely a useful thing to look at.
Zack: "The Z Flip 5 requires finesse and a delicate touch."
Also Zack: *moves the dirt to the side with the phone* 💀
That's the joke
@@Skazzy3YTthanks for telling badass
@@imthe_catgod badass? 🗿
These comments that explain the joke in text form -never- *always* get old
Thanks, we watched the video.
I own the ZF4, & plan to keep it for another 2-3 years. It amazes me just how durable these folding phones have become. My phone looks & functions just fine, and it's used daily for work & play. I hope you enjoy the new Flip phone!
Mine had bubbling on the big screen then black lines of dead pixels. Goodluck
This speaks volumes. Do you know how far foldables have come to where jerry not only took one apart and put it back together with minimum fuss but to where hes convinced enough to daily drive one after having a note 10 plus for the last few years? I know the fold 5 didnt fare as well (so far so good in my hands) but it's saying something about foldables maybe being more ready for prime time than we thought.
Your teardown commentary is unique and creative. Thanks for the effort you make in making these fun and informative!
Crazy how the front cam actually worked. You're convincing me to switch to a flip phone haha
That may have been the absolute best teardown ever. I am still trying to figure out how Zach reassembled that particular phone and it actually worked. Seemingly impossible more than most. On another note, does anyone else get concerned when Zach cuts away the screen (or back of the phone) with a razor blade with his fingers directly in line of an unfortunate slip of the blade? No worries I guess because he could always reconstruct a thumb or other finger and make it work as perfectly as most of the devices he tears down. 😂
as for cutting towards himself, that's something you get good at over time or cut urself so badly one time u learn to find a workaround.
I've never that bad 'one time' and I hope he never does either. I learned watching others make a similar mistake I avoided it and even better hopefully for many merely hearing of possible danger they too can remain intact, smart, and safe.
He should be fine, his skin scratches at a level 6...with deeper grooves at a level 7, so the razor blade should have no effect.
😂😂@@DeLawrence97
If my thinking is correct, Jerry has cut himself before.
This teardown is so informative! Im still a bit annoyed that different build version exist with lower quality parts used whilst theyre still the same price. But thank youfor exposing it so thoroughly!
i am pretty sure those lower quality parts exist for markets that they need to sell at lower prices? kind of what they did with the exynos versions of phones.
@@dedasdude While I was considering getting myself a midrange Galaxy A model, I found it's quite the opposite. In India and China where phone manufacturer competition is much tougher at all price ranges, Samsung beefs up the specs to compete. Here in America they lower them because they can get away with it. This is less evident in the premium phones but the low- and mid-range models show it very clearly.
@@groundseronot quite, the cost cutting compensates for insane EU import taxes and tariffs
@@groundsero all phone manufacturers including Apple use different suppliers for different areas of the world for a variety of reasons
Where did you find out about the different versions?
You are getting better disassembling folding phones! Maybe for the next one you can try using less aggressive plastic tools for the flexible display, like the edge of an old credit card sharpened with sand paper.
I'm always surprised about how durable the Z Flips are! I'm on my third now. Flip 3, Flip 4, Flip 5 which is my daily phone now. The others are still working like new. Never had any problem. 👍💪
Third ? Sure sounds durable
@@jeanmahmoudventilateur3480upgrading lol
i have had to replace my flip 3 about 5 times in the one and a half years i've had it
@@claranymarkat that point it's probably a personal issue rather than the product issue
@@jeanmahmoudventilateur3480he probably passed the older ones to his family or something.
I treat my phones also with no mercy, my flip 3 survived many drops and two toddlers for about 2 years. So I am excited to get the occasional update. Good luck jerry!
I love the puns and color commentary just as much as the teardown these days. Zach went all out here 🤣
It’s very impressive that this phone survived the durability test and it’s amazing that it almost survived the teardown too.
It actually survived it lol
Yep.
I'm also trying to move to an Android phone (most likely S23+) after being an iOS user for ~8 years (yes I'm deep down in the ecosystem so wish me luck :D). It's great to know that Samsung has put a bit more effort in favor of reparability.
I just switched from iphone x to z fold 4 depsite being 100% in the apple ecosystem. Worth the change 100%!!!!!!!!!
It's tough to go with just one product out of an ecosystem. You really need to switch everything.
Unfortunately switching laptop is not an option since I need macOS for my work. But other than that, I’m willing to give Galaxy buds a shot 👍
Bit the bullet and upgraded my suddenly demised (gravity, you bastard!) oneplus 6t to an s23 (nonplus, nonultra). Only annoying thing about it is the samsung bloatware that persistently beg to be updated even after I disabled them all.
I've been an android user my entire life back to the android icecream sandwich days, and I'm now considering going all in on the apple ecosystem for once. I'm getting a macbook air m1 from a friend and I think my next phone will be an iphone, probably one of the smaller ones (I'm trying to go into the digital minimalism concept)
I will still keep an older android phone for the android apps that I already have, but I plan on using the iphone as the main device.
My wife has been carrying a Z-Flip 3 and me a Z-Fold 3 since shortly after they came out and I could scarf them up on the secondary market from iPhone users who couldn't process the switch to Android. We love them both. My screen factory screen protector started getting bubbles under it long ago and was removed. My wife's factory screen protector has started to release at the fold on each side and it will seen be removed as well.
Kudos for the Boy Scout Law reference @9:31!
I enjoyed the Boy Scout Law reference! 9:31
Hey Jerry, if u are worried about the durability I can say that my flip3 has suprised me alot. I have had it for around 2 years now with no issues, it still runs really well and I have really put it to the test by taking it to the beach and in water numerous times without any damage occuring.
I'm soo excited Zach! You are a man's man. A harder, outdoorsy, rougher-than-most (at least of your viewers), tough worker. I have respect for you and what you do.
I'm very curious to see how long this phone lasts in your pockets. I had a Fold 4 (RIP), that didn't make it past 9 months (I'm an IT Sys Admin with 3 young boys who get to play with it on occasion). Simply put, the inner screen protector needed replacing, and after 3 attempts of sending it to Samsung directly, they gave me a full refund. I've given them a second chance though, and am now sporting a Fold 5. Can't keep an addict down.
Here's hoping we both have great experiences with our devices! (As a side note, I also picked up a 2023 Moto Razr + for one of my sons, so I'll be keeping tabs on it as well).
I hope you and Mama and little one are doing well! ❤
Hey Jerry and Cambry ! As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to send my warmest wishes to you. May the upcoming holiday season bring you joy, relaxation, and cherished moments with loved ones. May you find inspiration and creativity in the coming year, and may it be filled with success, growth, and exciting new opportunities.
Your content has been a source of knowledge and entertainment for many, and I want to express my gratitude for the valuable content you've shared. Thank you for being a part of this online community and for your dedication to your craft.
Wishing you a peaceful and joyful holiday season, a fantastic New Year, and continued success in all your endeavors. Stay safe and keep up the fantastic work
It's a bloody shame it doesn't support Dex mode - they were THIS close to greatness! 😢
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Sent from my Fold 4 Dex Mode
i only didn't laughed hard bcs i'm writting from my work computer at the office.
@@heitoroliveira5166 Imagine having an extra dock and screen at the office to do private browsing while at work.
I bought the Flip5 after a few weeks of hemming and hawwing. It doesn't have as good a camera as my old phone, and the battery is smaller, but this time around I was mostly interested in the novelty and a chance to try and new less bulky form factor, and boy am I glad I did. The screen and hinge durability is a concern though, and I kinda expect this phone to not last much longer than two years with regular and a little careless use, as is normal for humans.
I hope next year's model isn't just a minor upgrade on the old model. These phones would be perfect with a bigger battery and more competent camera. I really don't wanna carry around a giant phone-slate in my pocket anymore after experiencing this.
Im interested because after being obsessed with the Note series I just became obsessed with the Flip 5 as my work device also
What do you work as?
If it's heavy duty idk if it's that durable
Loved hearing the Boy Scout Law. It was a nice transition into it too. Had a good chuckle hearing it after so many years.
we love it when big guy jerry breaks the inner screen by applying the dbrand skin (10:17 and 10:26) (the green line lol)
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Man, you are the boss, thanks for this teardown, was able to see my phone opened and confirm batteries are Li-Ion and not Li-Pro💪🏾
2:30 ...a delicate touch 😂😅🤣
I work in pottery and just got a flip 5. the dust and sludge resistance ( or lack thereof) will be tested thoroughly
I'll look forward to you seeing the results of your extended durability test of the Flip. It's a fascinating phone, but I remain unconvinced it'd survive well enough.
as a person who's had the 2, the 3, the 4 and now the 5, you are correct. I know it's not going to last. It barely lasts a year, but I just trade it in every year.
@@thenerdshowWhat did you do with them? I've had my 4 for a year and it's still mint.
Samsung made an impressive job...and you're the best...
I was using my Note 8 from 2017 until last month. I thought about a flip phone but was concerned about how long it would last. Will be interesting to see what you get out of yours. Hopefully a lot. I would like my next phone to be a flip in another 6 years.
It's a long plan.
I still use my Note 8, it's showing signs of wear and tear (especially the battery and the screen) but still works well enough.
Hopefully my next phone (when the Note 8 finally gives up) will last at least as long
I like my flip 5 it has his disadvantages and advantages like you got to be real careful with this phone scratches on the screen stick on the screen protector
@@TheGrejp I was planning on keeping it until it died. I recently got hearing aids with Bluetooth. Unfortunately they don’t work with anything that is not at least a Note 10 So I got the Ultra 23
Altough flip and foldable phones are more durable then people think but theirs no way they would last 6 years
Atleast untill now unless they have some kind of technology becouse of the screen
After a couple years from about 2 years or so the screen might have deep scratches on the middle of the screen and over time might crack the screen where it bends because of fisics, altough it would most likely be still usable
But you might get 4 years out of the phone because I've seen several first Gen flips in really good condition, how long have they been used, idk
I've had my s9 plus for almost 5 years and I love it. I'm long overdue for an upgrade. I hope this z flip is a good option. My last flip phone was from Verizon, an LG VX8300. This was a personal favorite of mine
Very curious to see how the inner screen holds up to his wear and tear. That is by far my biggest concern. I’m hoping for a full 4 years!
I will also be taking this journey with you and using a zlip5 for the next few years! Its arriving today and im super excited.
🤣 The caliber of the technician ... so strong, so trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent 😂
The columns of pixels that failed during the initial dismantling seems to have intermittently started working again after reassembly. I am guessing that some, if not all electrical connections are by conductive adhesives or maybe even just mechanical pressure.
I must say, the repairability seems to be more than acceptable for a modern flippy phone, if it actually comes back into a more or less functioning state after that treatment. Not even a cracked glass panel. A skilled technician could probably switch the battery without any major hiccups for a normal use phone. I think Samsung will get my stamp of approval and a thumbs up for this one.
9:37 forgot hungry 😔
I decided I wanted one of these after watching your videos. Although now the 6 comes out in less than a month I'm going to wait for it. Thanks for your awesome content.
so aint nobody gonna talk about the green line at the end lol 10:26
This man is the GOAT.
While most other reviews switch to newer phones every couple of months our man here kept his old note 10+ for about 4 years and he doesn't even switch to the best or the most expensive phone (yeah $1000 is still quite expensive though) unlike other youtubers 👏👏
I'd like to think a lot of phone companies expedited their pull tabs for batteries partly due to your videos Jerry. Great work being a positive influence for recycling. Still love my dbrand case too! Enjoy your new phone
I was going to switch to this too but I can't get over the plastic screen that scratches and dents easily do I opted for the s23 ultra I trade my Note 20 in and it reduced the piece to 500$ so that was the best decision I've made. the integrated s pen the super clear and bright display and amazing camera. plus the battery lasts forever and charged almost fully in 30 min.
it prob won't happen any time soon but until they somehow make real glass foldable, I won't be getting any flip phone. still the z flip and cold are amazing in their own right , like you are for doing all these tests for us. Keep it up
Curious to see how it goes. I've been wanting to try one. If it had slightly better cameras I maybe would have bought one already.
I love watching your videos I was on the fence about upgrading my 4 year old iphone to the z flip 5 but after your videos I think I will upgrade. Thank you very much for your Awesome videos.
Zach, this is murder 😂 You keep killing these phones 😢
THIS ONE SURVIVED! IT SURVIVED I TELL YOU
😂💀
Great video! On my 3rd generation Flip now (Flip 3, Flip 4 and now Flip 5).. I have had screen failures but everything else has been rock solid.. love the format factor, the now larger Flex screen, and the wow factor
Never crossed my mind that Zack would ever swap his normal durable phone to a fragile foldable one💀
They're really not that fragile
Zack just made this Hype around him switching to a newer phone is kinda fun to see💪💪
Best part is that Jerry reassembled that phone( and even is working) after disassembling completely
3:41 This is the moment I twitched hard because I've seen so many of your teardowns that I knew you were about to kill the screen since you didn't hold your knife perfectly flat but rather at an angle that would apply pressure to the pixels and would ultimately kill them. Then you started wiggling your knife and my soul left my body 👻 Most intense 5 seconds of my day!
PS: when you wiggled your knife you applied diagonal pressure and sheer forces while foldables can only withstand pressure and tensile stresses in the folding direction.
You know I can watch his videos just fine with my eyes closed with how well Zach talks through his videos
1:49 “I’ll leave a link”. Solid tone change, bro😂😂😂
Of course Jerry was a boy scout growing up. it all makes sense now with his DIY lifestyle. and yes it takes one to know one.
I'm a maintenance engineer and I have the fold 4. I regularly get metal filings stuck on the magnets in the corners of the inner screen. Not a massive issue but it does cause indentations on the screen. Just something to consider.
Well, I've had my fold 3 for 2 and a half years now and it's still going strong. I have faith, full 4 years!!!
@JerryRigEverything - I have a friend that went through ALL samsung flip iterations, every single one so far got a crease down the middle after a year of use that cause the touch to stop functioning properly and need to be replaced, so I kind of laughed at the "I plan to use it for 4 years" XD
jerry spitting the scout law in the middle of a video is amazing
Funny how Zack slices his knife under screens and expect them not to get damaged.
I’ll never get tired of watching your videos!
Impressive to see that pixel recovery. Amazing
flip phones back then were wild. fashionable, even. their designs were so wildly different that it was fun just comparing phones' designs. not really the same now but still, it gives an oddly nostalgic feeling
Crazy how you damaged the screen removing it. But when its back together the line has gone. It fixed itself
this is only video I need to justify buying the Zflip thank you very much!
Not sure if u read this, but id love to see u judge and test the fairphone 5. Its a phone that everyone could assemble and desemble according to them. Its a new european brand and it promises to be fully renewable for the enviroment.
I had my zflip3 for almost 3 years. It was a great phone! But last month the bottom mic stopped working randomly (I take very good care of my devices). The phone was still usable because of the mic on top, but I upgraded anyway to the zflip5, love it
@JerryRigEverything I am glad to see you finally switch from the Galaxy Note 10 finally. I think you'll like the Galaxy Z Flip5.
You should seriously consider doing audiobook readings. You have such an awesome voice, it would be a pleasure to listen to audiobooks read by you!
I had my fold 3 since it came out with no issues. Still looks and works great.
Wow like always such a professional video and proving in reality which company does the job well .... Thank you and thank you Samsung 😊
I'm going to say I'm finally a part of History I can't believe when you're getting a z fold five I honestly support the environment as well and I think it's very important for people to buy phones to think about the end of life for their devices because they all need to realize that we don't want to destroy the environment, also I can't believe you were able to fully repaired a Z flip completely❤🤩🤩
Hi Zack. First of all, greetings from Brasil(we spell with S not Z). I have a Fold 4 for about a year now and I had to replace the screen protector once and my display died. Lucky me it was still under the Samsung Care
my wife also got a Flip 4, and the screen died, but they said that the phone presented some marks of use, so the warranty did not cover the replacement. I was a bit skeptical about the new flip and before I even decide to buy a new phone I check your vids. After this one I found out that Flip 5 is way more robust. Thanks!
this is hella cool, the flip5 looks like a really cool phone but felt like it could break with the slightest fall
i like to keep my phone long term and am considering it, this was a great test to watch, thanks dude
Cool, finally a flip phone long durability test! Lol my guess it that it will last hmm 2 years and 3 months. Are you going to give a yearly update or just small updates as things happen?
If I loved you before, and I did/do, I love you even more after hearing you quote the Scout Law.
Has it been 4 years already, wow that time flew in. I remember you saying the same thing in the note 10 video.
2:30 That motion also requires high level of finesse and delicate touch.
How cool is that with a flip phone as a daily driver, you'll have the sensation you are effortlessly bending a standard phone in half with just one hand every time you shut it closed. And amazingly it will survive!
Thank you so much for great explanation and your time my brother i'm always enjoying hearing your amazing voice 🎉
the phone surviving both the durability test, and the teardown (mostly) makes me much more interested in purchasing a folding phone in the future. the long term wear and tear of the sofer inner screen is still a concern to me. Though unless we invent some ultra thing flexible super strong material for the screens i cant really see that changing.
He was careful with main soft screen, they still more fragile than normal once and need to be careful with it
@@ShadowriverUB yea that's my major concern with them still. the long-term durability of such a soft screen
You should make a video about the greeline issue every samsung and oneplus users have been facing for more than a year now. Creator like you speaking about it will make brands aware so please give it a look.
I was already convinced, but this pushed me over the edge for the Z Flip 5.
You had me at “trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean and reverent”
I not only appreciate Zack's commitment to the environment,his honest tear downs and durability tests, but more than anything, his philanthropic causes and heart of gold is admirable and inspiring.I don't know you personally,but from what im allowed to see and he's shared, you look like the type of person this world needs to improve itself and society.
I just ordered the teardown skin for this phone! Amazing tool, the Z flip 5
Well done flip
They outdid themselves
I’m super surprised
3 years but might make it to the 4. I have the Z Fold 3. Going stron, but I do use my inner screen a lot less than the outer one. The screen protector did have to come off after 1 year since it was popping on the crease and catching dust and sand. Samsung did not remove it, I did, and have not got another to put on. There are also micro cracks along the crease, under the top film, on the UTG. Overall, I got it at launch and have loved the phone since.