Did The Galaxy Fold Kill Foldable Phones?

[@TheMrMobile]

FOLKS: If you're writing a comment that responds only to the headline, and it's clear you haven't watched the video, you'll be given ample time to re-evaluate your choices -- in the penalty box. Thanks!

[@princessKenny]

Love your vidz and editing. So crystal clear and smooth, eye candy!

[@axelrod6707]

whoa i'm soooo impressed with your brutal honesty and actual neutrality which is hard to find now a days . glad i'm found your channel , subs. Respect and Love from India

[@folduniverse]

Mate X is not viable either. The screen is facing outside all the time (susceptible to damages) and the hinge needs to be folded gently and carefully (all reviewers knows this).

[@wickersticks]

Funny thing but you have the exact same name as a old childhood bully x3 obviously you're not them, I'm only 18 so you're a bit to old (no offense!) Just found it funny x3

[@TheMrMobile]

Oh man that guy sounds like he was the worst. I apologize on behalf of my namesake.

[@tarunyadav291]

The most underrated tech youtuber in the world.

[@tarunyadav291]

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[@cccPaKYccc]

Overrated. Look at the headline. Total clickbait.

[@tomislavrocky9950]

@@cccPaKYccc Back to Slovenia

[@diogo7986]

No other tech youtuber beats this level of presentation. Mind blowing! You really deserve an A+ on every video

[@matthiasrambally1899]

Holy crap the production value of this is on a whole other level ....I pray you get over 1 mil subs this year 🔥☑️

[@AMNG1994]

Michael subtly dissing all the pseudo-intellectual KZbinrs is my favorite tea of the day.

[@scarletvan4749]

And here i am, waiting patiently for the day foldable smartphones become mainstream so i can afford one

[@markfrancisalmarines5415]

Idk, I think it's a gimmick or... maybe im wrong? We'll just see in the future

[@SMITESHSURESH]

I'll give at least a few generations till I can afford one

[@scarletvan4749]

@@markfrancisalmarines5415 maybe. But i am more inclined to what Michael said in the video that foldables are the future. That way, people can have compact phones while also retaining the great viewing experience on bigger phones

[@vahnglenn4516]

3d TV did not make it as a mainstream tv.. so.. not every innovation will be the 'future'. Some flops. Foldable Screens just might.

[@fikkitchen]

Me af

[@TheMrMobile]

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[@ThisIsTechToday]

Great video, Michael! I'm so excited for the FUTURE, but so bummed about how things have turned out for this device. My pre-order is still in, and I hope they are able to fix the issues we're seeing and we can enjoy this first step of the future.

[@deathlessgamer]

Samsung will figure it out. They got through the note 7, they'll do it again with this.

[@TheMrMobile]

I'm of this opinion as well.

[@michaelli846]

After a lot of explosions 🤣🤣

[@Th0ughtf0rce]

@@michaelli846 Well, this time after many creases and breakage. I'd take that over explosions.

[@johnny02128]

@@michaelli846 35 of 2.5 million ... that's a percentage of a percentage. Samsung did it as a precaution and fixed it with the Note 8 and so on. www.sciencealert.com/samsung-is-recalling-2-5-million-galaxy-note-7-smartphones-over-exploding-battery-fears

[@kylepark6730]

@@michaelli846 ahem appleinsider.com/articles/18/11/14/apple-investigating-iphone-x-that-exploded-after-updating-to-ios-121

[@Ryukachoo]

When long promised sci fi tech that's been in movies and TV for decages actually begins to exist... but it's a rough start. An interesting feeling

[@zenithquasar9623]

New tech often is. I mean, the first few iPhones didn't even have copy-paste or video recording!

[@chiragpatil3772]

Yup. Everything which is first of it's kind has issues. Even the first television had issue. But look where are we now. We have TV with Rolling display.

[@Pasi123]

The first iPhone didn't even support any 3rd party applications until 2008. And it had a lot less features than other smartphones at the time. It didn't even have 3G :D

[@animbaroi9385]

the negatives are well presented as the positives. best video I've seen on the fold to date

[@OmegaDanJA]

I've been waiting for a truly in depth and critical review of the galaxy fold. Some of the issues you noted I have yet to see in another review so far. Well done.

[@nazrinasraf5819]

Thank you for the review. Most reviewer only point out its weaknesses. About screen, clunkiness, size but they failed to see this is revolutionary in mobile industry.

[@d_techterminal]

MrMobile, you're going to be 1 mil soon. 😍 Always wanted you to be much higher. Amazing video quality, presentation, unbiased reviews. You have it all.

[@zeeb2455]

D Tech Terminal Great Vocabulary as well

[@TMW_ShadowStarr]

It still blows my mind that he isn't at 1 mil yet. His videos are amazing! You can tell he takes his time and there's a purpose behind each shot and comment he makes.

[@kwakyefelix]

Addy M Aggred. How he does it is amazing.

[@Hobbles_]

Alright, you've definitely convinced me with that last minute or so. While obviously I need to wait until my Pixel 2 is no longer running well, I'm now going foldable phones will be ready by that point! Reading books like that sounds incredible

[@Akash-Watched]

Holy crap! How the heck did you manage to up the ante so damn well on this video? It's lou ❤ You, Michael, are surely headed towards tech-greatness. Your intonation, perfect voiceovers and succinct but relevant take on the subject at hand, not to mention the beautiful editing is pleasant for an enthusiast like me to behold. Keep up the good work.

[@elimalinsky7069]

It is an important first step forward. The foldable phone will only be polished and perfected from now on, and hopefully the price will eventually drop to sane levels.

[@tonyj99999]

Great unbiased review as always. The top tech reviewer for me.. 👍😊

[@shawnwilliams7021]

I hope Samsung figures this out, whether that takes 2 months or 12, I really want the Fold to succeed. There are such die hard enthusiasts on both side of the fence, some desperately want it to fail while others defend it with such voracity it’s almost unnerving. I want this technology to become a mainstream option and if you like it or not at the very least we, as the consumer, win by giving us another option and in the end isn’t that a good thing.

[@TheMrMobile]

Totally with you on this.

[@mikecurran3005]

Looking forward to bringing these new devices into the fold.

[@benfearn7961]

Can't wait to give it a try. The fact that Google is officially supporting foldables in Q makes me think this tech isn't going anywhere. This feels like real progress in an industry that's really started to slow down over the last few years. Very excited to hear your thoughts on the Huawei foldable

[@TheChefComic]

I'm actually surprised that people are surprised, when has a first-generation product ever been without flaws?

[@fibk]

First gen products have always flaws but (usually) they do not break after few days of use.

[@soragranda]

Sammy flaws were more like a big mistake, they wanted to be the first and... Welp, they needed more time.

[@pumpuppthevolume]

the only flaw is dirt can get under the screen..... where the folding is happening and u can see the edge of the panel..... but not a small flaw

[@GamingComic123]

It being a first generation product doesn't excuse them shipping a phone that wasn't ready

[@sportsconnect3309]

@@fibk less than 0.01% of them broke so those are outliers

[@kingmandrek123]

0:50 this reminds me of the first galaxy edge screens, they were easily susceptible to screen damage even without having to man handle the device at all. The fold was bound to be plagued by such disastrous calamity because I honestly think they released it too soon. It needs to be perfected a little bit longer. Sometimes a race to get there first can also be the cause of a major fail.

[@rahulwanshai]

Why haven't you hit a million subs yet 😡😡😡 Way too underrated...

[@kitchenc5859]

I hope someone will make a 3ds Emulator for this.

[@dolbyprologicii]

lg foldable has two screens glued together: good for 3ds emulation lol

[@thekushmn]

Its here. Citra for Android

[@kitchenc5859]

@@dolbyprologicii ikr

[@kitchenc5859]

@@thekushmn Wow. now that's epic

[@thearrowflies]

Found the wallpaper! It's called "Bolted Up" in the Backdrops wallpaper app in the play store

[@domjobs18]

Your videos are nothing but stellar every time. Fantastic and honest!

[@randomperson1614]

At the present, LG's solution of attaching a secondary screen to the phone itself seems to be the most practical way. Sure the crease is replaced with two chunks of bezels but still at least it is a lot more reliable. Still water resistant, can also be folded into a smaller form factor. Both screens are also made out of glass so no need to worry about scratches as well. It seems to be the right compromise between screen real estate, portability and durability. On a side note, Samsung should make a tablet with its screen dimensions similar to the fold cause that form factor just seems to be perfect (even when open).

[@Cooe.]

Lol, this aged like SHIT! 🤣

[@Cooe.]

... It was not lol. Samsung had the right idea, they just needed to fix some things they missed first (engress protection). LG Mobile and their bizarre second screen accessories otoh are now totally out of business. 🤷

[@minhtrinh282]

They could have shown it off together with the S10, but they should have spent more time and release it together with the next Note.

[@VictorLeEPICVIC951]

Just an FYI: this phone was in development for the past 8ish years. I'm guessing that they got to the point where the fold was actually usable in lab conditions, where there's no real-life testing. Maybe it was perfect at the lab, but messy in real life. And I also heard that some folds that were issued to reviewers were prototype units. Some didn't even have a battery capacity labeled on the battery. Nothing serious. Just explaining what I know as of now.

[@deemabe719]

You sir are the best reviewer! You're honest. Thanks!

[@donovan.d]

Another great video, but to be expected from the best tech reviewer

[@h4ck314]

Mkbhd: what am I to you ?

[@vtrip_]

h4ck314 Unbox Therapy: a far distant second place

[@axela.9247]

stop brown nosing

[@kovuBee]

Mrwhosetheboss is also my favorite

[@ViolentLucius]

Your voice and presentation is just outstanding Michael! The best tech reviewer on KZbin hands down!

[@Blaze2k]

This phone looks truly incredible, my first thought when seeing it was that reading was going to be a joy and you're one of the first youtubers I've seen to showcase that. I want a small tablet (with an OLED) to read on to replace my kindle. The opportunities are endless for this thing it's truly the future. But sadly I think I'll wait until these kinks have been ironed out and the price comes down. Hopefully I'll be picking up a second or third generation of this thing. Fingers crossed they stretch out that front screen, improve the durability of foldable display (I didn't like the look of dust/lint collecting around that screen coating on the inside) and of course seal up all the ingress points. Samsung you're doing a great job and you're on the right track!

[@SiamHossain7]

Well, with the absolutely massive sales success of the Flip and Fold literally outpacing the last time a Note was announced... I think Michael was right. Foldables are still the future.

[@NamelessHorde]

After Endgame, Michael Fischer can play a younger Tony Stark

[@cheeseburgermacpac607]

Burajira Tony Stark did not die, he just became Mr. Mobile.

[@burnzy3210]

Damn it Jim, he's a doctor not a billionaire tycoon

[@victuringan1429]

That side notch makes me uncomfortable

[@red-.-red]

They need a place for the display drivers, it's not the most elegant solution but they'll hopefully improve it in the future.

[@christopherlp1]

Out of all the galaxy fold reviews I’ve seen this has been the best one, the way you presented the fold! Too bad they had to recall it but hopefully they can fix all those issues!

[@vaibhavrawat8419]

Best tech channel.! Can't get enough of it..! ❤️

[@jaytay7265]

Now this is a honest review!! Showing that most apps dont work with it yet. Even though updates can happen these small details are needed!

[@vladutcornel]

Old Flip-Phones are still superior. You can't dramatically end the conversation when you're angry like you used to.

[@rudeskalamander]

Z flip 3 or moto razr 5g are like that!

[@vladutcornel]

@@rudeskalamander They might be, but my comment was months before the original Flip and 2019 Razr were even announced.

[@bukgaggy]

Samsung needs to put a non conductive fabric/mesh to block the gap on the fold that way dirt can't get through it.

[@Naviss]

I totally agree, Folding phones are the future, But not everyone future. At least not for a long while. For many of us, Price will be the deciding factor, And usability the next. Both of which can be hit by current flagships. However for us few out there, Myself as well. Folding phones will be money well spent and something we've always wanted. Just hope in a few years the bugs are worked out, And Apple is in the game. ;) It's wishful thinking on my end.

[@fatproduce]

A good byproduct of the Fold issues and delay is that it gives us an opportunity to further discuss the future of folding devices after finally having hands on an example.

[@CJKnowsTECH]

This Review was Awesome! Great Work

[@Space_Emperor]

I’ll never stop being amazed at Mr.Mobile’s matrix level skills at 2:14! That move is just downright impressive

[@Ravii24365]

This is called A DELICIOUS Tech View. The Pro's you've mentioned have seduced me to the level that now I want a foldable device too. Prior to watching this review I was totally against it. Now you've changed that. I always loved your perspective on Tech and I was one of this channel's first subscribers.

[@hyosukai5846]

Simply the best video on the galaxy fold I’ve watched yet. Well presented, concise and packed with real life arguments for or against the smartphone. Well done mr Mobile.

[@scorpionmish]

I was waiting for your take and as always you never disappoint. I appreciate the risk that Samsung has taken with this product. To me this product, even though first Gen, will bring about some new takes on mobile tech that is so desperately needed. Now all I need is for JerryRigEverything to do a video teardown of this phone for April to be complete. 😊😊

[@simongarcia2083]

People who are saying this one phone will be the death of all folding phones just show that they don't understand how technology advances

[@TheMrMobile]

Agreed.

[@franzst.664]

I’m so ready for a RAZR version of this 💙

[@vishrutvatsa]

Michael, you are not just an awesome tech reviewer you are also the best when it comes to writing scripts. Love these masterpieces you create.

[@temynator]

Great honest review!

[@SuperFam12345]

Micheal Fisher still one of my favourite phone reviewer.... You are the first place I visit for my info. And also the reason I picked up my new phone the Huawei p30 Pro.

[@calvingreen7197]

I’m so glad you were honest, especially about that moat in the middle and that hideous border (especially around the notch🤢).

[@symzg5995]

I agree with you Michael that foldables aren't done yet. Clearly there's a few things both Samsung and the Mate's (see what I done there) at Huawei need to fix on these devices but at the same time, that's the case with the first gen of anything; the first is always "almost there". Let's hope the second gen is much better before we get the third. Oh, question, is that your Mrs @ 4:30???

[@jose.inestroza]

A very professional review. Thumbs!

[@funkentelechy1708]

A new form factor always comes with certain flaws by design. They might be minimised over time, but not completely eliminated. So there's a little bit of a learning curve involved.

[@rocketdog67ify]

Astonishingly great review. Thanks for the upload. FWIW I agree that foldable phones are definitely the future. It’s crazy how some people moan that mobile phone innovation has stalled, and then moan when someone pushes the envelope. No pleasing some ranty people :)

[@MuvoTX]

The one thing I love about the fold??... It cant shatter like glass. Looking forward to more design refinements in the future.

[@andrewhillman9632]

Well done. A good perspective on the tech, the good and not so good. It's exciting and disappointing to see the phone and it's subsequent delay but the future is coming and I can't wait!

[@clarkriggins9588]

Awesome stuff Michael, you just keep getting better. I love the idea of the fold. It is here to stay. When they perfect the fold it will be fantastic.

[@stevesohn5436]

Love your commentary and dedication to your craft. No fluff and precise information.

[@the_bioway]

Presentation style of this video was just on another level👌🏼👌🏼Michael as I always say....you are 🐐 tech reviewer👌🏼👏🏼✌🏼

[@thunderbird252]

I'm excited for the future! I'm hoping that the Huawei avoids some of the issues the Galaxy fold had since the display isn't pinched by the hinge, but rather wraps around it. That being said with the foldable display being so delicate with today's tech, I can't imagine that it'll survive any sort drop test... I'm not sold on the Razr's design. Although I like the concept, for me the draw to a foldable display is more screen restate.

[@ndasarathy1]

Of all the galaxy fold review yours was the best

[@perseverance8]

It's going to be very hard, for some time, for flexible displays to hold up, especially in usage scenarios like that of pocketable devices, it's one thing to have a curved or somewhat flexible display, creaseing even a piece of paper over & over will break down, another big issue is materials like plastics stiffen up when cold.

[@alpha-gs2uz]

Well, like many youtuber's have said; (Michael included if I'm not mistaken) first gen product's take time to become fully fleshed out, like for example the first iPhone and, Android devices where nowhere near perfect so, it's going to take a while before foldable phone's become polished enough to be more common place, as smart phone's where back in the day essentially, history is repeating itself.

[@scramjones496]

Instead of a foldable display the just need to put 2 separate displays that work together with no bezel in the middle done.

[@kavarodonde875]

u mean like a tablet?

[@Langelmaki]

I like Marquez, but man your vids are the best. Very enthusiastic, good shots, backstories. Production value is just very high imo. Thanks for another vid and I cant wait for the return of the fold either!

[@Major_Mason]

Excellent honest review. Thank you! I have an S10e right now and its amazing, but I wish I could afford a Fold it really seems slick.

[@thekingofhearts8687]

The amount of effort that goes into such a video is incredible!! Unbelievable production value.... Mr. Mobile is one of the best tech reviewers..... period!!

[@lukasrammensee]

Where is the background at 7:03 from?😍 Awesome Video btw 🙌🏾

[@VardhanShrivastava]

3 more? Who is the third one? Are we counting the flex pai? Edit: Oh the moto razor! Almost forgot about that.

[@sloppynyuszi]

Vardhan Shrivastava flex Pai is already out, not on the horizon ;), but I think he is talking about Xiaomi as they already demoed a foldable, motorola just leaked a patent

[@Melloww1]

Your production value in this is on another level man

[@zorbaza]

I am really sad that it has been delayed but I am glad that they are fixing the issues so that I don’t have them when I pick up mine,unfortunately later than when I wanted to buy one

[@rachelgillis6906]

I work for Sprint currently so I totally had a lil chuckle at that.

[@rico4you]

Michael thanks for unfolding so clearly the pros and cons of The Fold.

[@PixelSheep]

Oh man - I just freaking love your videos!!

[@DirtyTesla]

I really can't wait for my foldable phone. I can say I'm not willing to pay $2k, but man do I want this...

[@PeeHooo]

I'm a bit disappointed that no one have yet covered if you can use the main cameras to take selfies while using the external screen as viewfinder. I kind of expected that from you as you're so thoroughly with your reviews and such. :P

[@kresimirbozic1976]

Awesome work as always. Really appreciate the 2:1 aspect ratio.

[@뤼미에르-t7e]

I've been lucky to use both the Mate X and Galaxy Fold. I felt that Galaxy Fold was more fantastic. Infolding is easier to carry and more stable. In particular, Samsung fold user interface was amazing. in spite of the controversy over durability.

[@MichaelBennett1]

What we need is a foldable, pocketable tablet. Not sure a foldable phone that turns into one is the future but the laptop shape you made towards the end is a good enough reason to have a foldable tablet along with portability.

[@bugoysangkad]

Great content. There really is something to your videos that makes it more informative and quite engaging.

[@mwichengosa4918]

one of my top 3 youtubers, such quality and finesse, keep it up mr fisher

[@Nam3Iess]

I have been waiting for your video for soo long and it was worth it :) Thanks

[@Chemy.]

You said at the beginning, it's too early to get it but for sure it's the future

[@dragon81heart]

Michael, You made some very good point for and against the folding phones, but personally I feel the biggest drawback to them is something you didn’t make much mention of. It’s durability We have gotten so use to phones that are (for the most part) very durable. Water and dust resistance, screens that don’t scratch too easily, no moving parts to worry about. While glass is glass and glass will break (Zach lol) it is still MUCH more resistant to scratches than plastic. The hinge will be a magnet to dust and dirt getting into it and making not work well or break completely, and and dust or moisture has tons of openings in the phone to get in and play all kinds of mischief inside. Those are not things I think most people will be willing to accept. Maybe 10-15 years ago, but idk, I just don’t see these catching on in the mainstream any time soon. A niche market? Absolutely! To the tech minded and office workers that would be able to, let’s not sugar coat it, baby their phone, it will be great. But to the majority of phone users... anyone that works in a place that isn’t climate controlled, dust free, or easy on a phone, to active people, parents, kids, etc. I think they will prefer a device that can take a few hits and keep on ticking. Not to say the Fold isnt cool, as it is, but the trade offs just do not seem worth it, especially when you figure in that at least for now you can get a great new phone and tablet, both of which will hold up and last much longer, for much cheaper than the Fold. Maybe it’s just because I’m more of a blue collar guy than a white collar suit, but I highly doubt the glass sandwich is going anywhere anytime soon Ps. I will feel especially bad for the first one to take a $2000+ folding phone to a beach on a windy day and if it even survives will almost certainly have scratches all over the screen and sand permanently stuck in the hinge...all I can say is ouch...)

[@shadowhwk99]

You went to school in Norfolk, VA?! Awesome Mr. Mobile, I'm from Chesapeake, VA

[@christopherboyd3311]

I'm curious if future phones or apps will take advantage of the fact that, when open, 4 cameras are facing forward. With more ram and better processors than most smartphones, it could have some interesting options.

[@fostertalks2327]

I just hope that when they come out with a foldable like that Moto Razr concept it dosen't have as many problems.

[@tigergeo]

Motorola's Razr is definetely going to be more durable. Yesterday's leak of the Razr looks incredible.

[@Sithhy]

I kind of like the desing of the Fold with the 2 screens... Kind of reminds me of a saying: Business in the front, party in the back. In the Fold's case it would be: Business in the front, party in the middle

[@mikeackYT]

Whoa! Is that the Naro in Norfolk, VA?! That's my hometown! :D Edit: I kept watching and saw so many places I knew! Moved away 4 years ago after living most of my life there. It was nice to see back home :)

[@samkennedy6677]

I'm with you. I'm glad Samsung has a new line of phones. I'm waiting for the fold 2 next year. When I upgrade from my s10, which is great! Amazing coverage bro! I'm thinking the screen crease will be a lot more worked out and the screen materials will be better.

[@KennyFischer]

Great video as always Michael. One of the more unique ones on the "Fold Fail"

[@Bentakur]

This is the coolest review yet only because of the videography!! Damn! That are some hot samples!!

[@Tekhelet75]

I thumbs up this video within 17 seconds because you looked so damn bloody cool in those shades at the intro.

[@TheUrbanWayfarer]

There is no doubt that the Galaxy Fold is an inspiring piece of smartphone technology and being a first gen product, it will getter better and better. It takes heart to come out with such a piece of tech in this ever watchful world that is hell-bent on criticising anything and Samsung did show heart.

[@parminderjaura5642]

Honestly the app continuity feature should be there by default. By that I mean it should be a given and marketing it as a feature shouldn't be necessary. But I do agree that the app restart is kinda annoying. Only time will tell. Great video.

[@micrah]

Great review as always! Could you please review the Galaxy Buds as well? You show them in the background in every video and it's killing me lol

[@TheMrMobile]

Thanks for the feedback! I've been hoping to cover those alongside the new Airpods; will try to get it done!

[@micrah]

@@TheMrMobile That'd be awesome. Thanks man :D