iPhone user switches to Galaxy Z Fold4 - 3-month review!

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In this video, I finally offer my Samsung Z Fold4 review. I’m late to the party, but I’ve been using it for three months, and I have lots of thoughts. I also reveal what I think about the prospect of a folding iPhone!
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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Intro
01:57 - Did I switch?
03:11 - What I like
05:37 - What I don’t like
07:31 - A folding iPhone?

[@MarkEllisReviews]

If you're a Fold4 owner, whats your favourite and least favourite features?

[@umeumeume]

Reverse power sharing, Bubble coloring, multi-use screen, the one hand function, the zoom, and so much more. The least favorite is the battery. It has not died on me, but with heavy use, I just don't like seeing it drop the way it does. It is doable, but I have to remind myself how hard I am pushing it.

[@umeumeume]

I also noticed how you are complaining about the size of the keyboard font without showing how you can expand the keyboard size and position to suit different sizes of hands while the phone is folded. Which you can actually do in the settings.

[@ZeroGRacer]

@@umeumeume Good tip... That might actually help me decide between the Fold or a new I-Phone.

[@ZacOneHundred]

Also just to add on you could switch to Gboard it's one of the better keyboards out there in my opinion

[@whatsupchicken]

Fold 3 user here, my favorite is the phone itself my least favorite is the camera system, coming from an S21U, and the battery life but I believe both is much better with the fold 4. I don't use the stock keyborad, microsoft swiftkey is the best for me and I really has no issue with the crease. About the fingerprint sensor I really really don't understand why not every phone has it in the side button like the Folds have. Oh 1 last thing it started to do the usual "Samsung UI glitch" thing lately, namely to get a weird windows like delay in operation with a short temporary show of the empty background, like a reset, I may need to do a cashe partition reset... why it doesnt do it by itself after each update? Or does it?

[@kavinab6629]

Literally just traded my iphone 14 pro max for this. Amd wish i did it sooner. Absolutely love it

[@ewansmith4610]

Do u not find the putter screen to small to type on, I need help with swapping as I have a 14 pro max an want to swap aswell

[@bryanfrye8770]

Really? Good phone?

[@manegrindshard]

@@ewansmith4610 no I came from a 14 pro max and I adjusted fine. I first went to the store to get my hands on one and realized how typing on the front screen would be on the phone before making the switch. The front screen isn't as bad as people make it out to be. It's smaller than the wide phones we've become accustomed currently but it's still wider than the original iPhone and we typed on that with no problem.

[@tomsones3970]

Should’ve waited for the 5

[@nicholas.ivanoff]

Typing this on my Fold4, I didn't like typing on the outer screen at first, than I found out I could adjust the keyboard size, never going back

[@NeilHawke]

I'm on my second fold, and the 4 is just superb. The best thing is that it folds. The power in your pocket is what is amazing. The only thing I dislike is that it doesn't fold flat when closed. Game changer, and I can't go back to a normal phone now

[@ShaunaMorgan]

Apple would never allow the crease... Me looking at the giant dynamic island a little suspect, lol.

[@localblackman427]

You can't see the crease when using it. You have to hold it at a weird angle, under light, and then at that point you're not even using the phone normally

[@senatormarrero]

@@localblackman427 that is under certain lighting and depending on the content being viewed. If you watch a dark scene in a movie, it is almost impossible not to see the crease

[@umeumeume]

​@Samuel Marrero and at localbackman Ops was only repeating what Mark said while suggesting that the reason is a failed excuse. Crease or no crease, Apple has yet to produce something that will blow us away. Ops was not agreeing with Mark's comment.

[@B-MARTINEZ22]

Apple will never produce a foldable iPhone. It will only take sales away from the iPad. I always believe that Apple doesn't want people to think they've copied Samsung. They want people to believe they're still the innovators. This isn't 2007 anymore, though, and far less valuable Chinese technology companies are innovating more than Apple.

[@micksmithson6724]

I had every iPhone from the first to the 12 ProMax, I also have an iPad Pro 12.9, Mac Studio, MBA M2, AirPods Max. But the Fold 4 is the best phone I have ever used. I use Qfile to upload photos to my QNAP NAS, and then Hazel runs on my Mac Studio to watch a folder on the NAS and when a photo gets uploaded, it gets added to the Photos library. I was amazed how well the AirPods Max integrate with the Fold. The dual sims are excellent (I have to work overseas a lot so having my UK and a local sim in it with no issues. I no longer notice the crease, the cameras are excellent. I can even plug it into my Caldigit dock and its a computer. File management is better than my iPad Pro. The fingerprint sensor is brilliant. The reverse wireless charging comes in handy. OneNote handles my notes. Being able to multi-task makes the iPhone look dated, (even on the front screen I can have two apps open at once and drag and drop between them. The S-pen is a godsend, (I do wish it had a SIlo though). It just feels like a next generation device, battery life and fast charging are awesome (Literally 5% to 80% in what seems like 20 minutes), its survived the Saudi Desert, its survived drops from waist height, unmarked, it just gets thrown into my pocket with no special care, the way phone link works when I use my work PC is great too. The screens are beautiful (even the inner one), animated wallpaper on the Lock Screen still looks amazing, sitting on a plane or train and being able to work (I have one of those now impossible to find Microsoft folding keyboards and an MX anywhere mouse) is a real productivity boost. Sorry this has turned into a rambling review, but if you haven’t yet tried one, I would have to say you should, yes its expensive but its worth every penny

[@gonebleast]

Damn you pretty much sold me on it 😂

[@brianlambTN]

Best comment ever! One hundred percent 💯 agreed! I need to try your trick with using Qfile.

[@brianlambTN]

Which MS folding keyboard do you use? Is it the one that folds/unfolds left to right, like the Fold4? Or does it fold the opposite way and have a stand for the mobile device/tablet?

[@DuragLady]

@@gonebleastgot me too 😂

[@malairius]

I was an Apple fan for years (since iphone 1) until the day I picked up a Samsung phone and really started to learn about it. It takes some effort to get out of the Apple infrastructure but it's worth it, especially when you want a phone/computer that actually does something new and interesting or software that actually has cutting edge new features and customization options.

[@AlbertPalmer]

As an iPhone user I am slightly jealous. I guess they wouldn't make one because it could kill their iPad mini sales...

[@ethan8519]

now that you mention it the ipad mini would do nicely as a foldable

[@funkam0nkey]

@@ethan8519 Apple won't make one until they are satisfied there is a market for it and that it works as a phone and tablet replacement. I had a play with one and I just don't get it. It's not a great phone and nowhere near as good as a proper tablet. You can't even store the S-Pen without a case that makes it even bigger and heavier. It's £1799 for something that makes no sense. If it had a wider outer screen, decent camera tech, 8-9 hours SoT and an inner screen that didn't seem like it will die every time you close it, I'd get it but it doesn't. My friends unit had a line down the middle that he was expecting to get worse. You could even see a few marks from S-Pen usage too.

[@ethan8519]

@@funkam0nkey some of these things put me off too but recently there was a 42% off sale for the zfold4 in Australia, so i decided to order one. I also traded in my old s9 for a bonus 350 dollars off, so i think i got a pretty good deal.

[@funkam0nkey]

@@ethan8519 That's a great deal and well worth it. If I could get one for around £800-£900 new, I'd give it a go too.

[@umeumeume]

@Ethan you got a great deal off of it. Please do not be like Chris and complain about a phone you don't understand or have. Hopefully, you looked at zf4 tutorials instead of reviews, did an overall phone diagnostic test, registered your phone, and placed insurance or Samsung Care on your zf4. If you need any advice on your zf4 I can send you some helpful links. Congratulations on your zf4 and awesome deal, but you'll come to find a lot of the complaints are nonsense.

[@seventhblessing.7371]

You did an excellent job at reviewing the z fold 4 normally ios users don't give android devices a fair review. So it was refreshing to witness.

[@orangy68]

I’ve been iPhone all the way until the Z Fold 4 came out, and very recently decided to ‘break’ away from the ridiculous Apple proprietary ecosystem, not completely, but in the most important way, via my phone. As an absolute novice to all things Android I shall reserve judgement on this totally alien operating system, for now but as regards the Z Fold 4… I think you hit the nail on the head in this review, the only thing that is going to put people off, is the price, at the time of writing, a £350 discount on this phone is available so price is becoming less an issue… A bit meh on the outside but when you flip it open and see how the phone, with its massive real estate size screen really pings with brightness and colour, it doesn’t take long to fall in love with it. The ‘crease’ or fold, mid screen, really isn’t noticeable at all when viewing Netflix or KZbin, and again, on a mobile device, the size of the actual viewing area is brilliant & vibrant. A cover will be essential as even the most careful owner will get paw prints all over the 3 screens, very quickly and there are some interesting covers available, the best one that incorporates the S pen. The massive caveat that comes with this phone is the battery life… It’s not great, it’s a “less than a day” lasting phone. The iPhones are now consigned to history for me, as I’ve fully bought into this Z Fold 4. I love the ergonomics and how this newish phone really does open up a whole real new world to me. Goodbye Apple, hello Samsung Z Fold 4… (Still finding Android to be like learning an entirely new language though) 🙂

[@markh8921]

Yes Apple needs to make a Foldable phone... thats why a switch to Samsung because they have the Foldable line up...

[@TheTekEffect]

Same here.

[@irfanpatel564]

For me the fold 4 was the only choice. Never enjoyed having a tablet and a phone as I have returned or sold many tablets and hardly ended up using them.

[@R3S3000]

Switching told the fold 4 as my first folding device im excited this Christmas 🎄

[@andrewmorgan1802]

Something you didn't mention is that Samsung phones are often discounted (not the case with iphones). My wife picked up a new 512gb z fold 4 for €1,250 a couple of weeks ago.

[@josephmessere7617]

Thats because all iphones look the same

[@AndrewHawley]

Find myself using an iPhone for personal use and the Fold for business.. installed airmessage on my Mac so when at work, I still get iMessage on my fold but when not working I can just take the iPhone and not got bothered by business calls.. a work around for a unique use case for sure, but so far it’s proved bullet proof.. and that clack sound when you shut the fold.. 😘

[@Dee-kp9gp]

I do the same, but I need to look into that airmessage for my ZFold

[@AndrewHawley]

@@Dee-kp9gp works well.. just needs a mac constantly powered up, online with all sleep & power saving functionality turned off..

[@Dk-qf8dd]

I looked and almost got. The front display and weight turned me off. Got the Ultra instead. Will definitely be looking at the 5 as a folding phone I feel is the best use case.

[@sickproductions4049]

Just swapped my 13 pro for the fold 4! It’ll be here Saturday, can’t wait !!!

[@soo5985]

Adorable dog. Needs to make more cameos in your videos

[@MarkEllisReviews]

I agree.

[@KilaMother]

You cant see the crese when your using it the screen is beautifully well made and it look very sharp 👌

[@Zerotrone]

Funny how Apple users always say: it's like how Apple does it, but it's never the other way around. Multitasking was already present in Samsung's devices long before Apple made it all possible.

[@emunah3436]

Please stop, what does it matter? Apple changed the whole phone industry and Samsung/Android piggybacked of them for a while. Then came IPad, Siri, AirPods, Apple Pay, and the M1 chip. Samsung had to come up with a new feature and design every just to compete and sometimes rushed things. Fanatics feel compelled to upgrade every for Fomo. Phone tech has pretty much plateaued and it all comes down to personal preference. Samsung and Apple need each others rivalry. It better for us, Samsung are innovators but don’t sleep on Apple.

[@zErOo00oo0]

See , he was referring to people like you.

[@y2jmoney82]

Would love a folding iPad. When folded it's the size of the mini, then folds open to the iPad pro size.

[@georgh.3041]

I used to have an IPhone 11 Pro and an IPad Mini 6. It often was not practical to have the iPad mini with me so I ended up wanting to have the ipad when it wasn’t there. So I replaced them with the Z Fold 4 and I’m totally happy with it. It is - subjectively- just slightly heavier than the iPhone 11 Pro. The outer screen is a little narrow but i got used to it (mostly - typing could be annoying sometimes). I could easily recommend this device to everyone who wants to use a phone and a small tablet simultaneously. I’ve got it refurbished for about 990 Euro’s. That is a reasonable price, considering that it is replacing two devices.

[@andresoares6005]

good analysis. Are you more willing to use the fold 5 or the iphone 15??

[@charlesm.9858]

Now this I have to see!!

[@rhook88]

Everything Apple does is just so seamless and perfect. The Face ID on my fold 4 very rarely worked even in bright light. On my 12 pro max it worked all the time everytime.

[@kaitlynruffalo9902]

Omg your iPad mini case is amazing. Where can I buy it? That orange is my favorite color. And to answer your question. I’m absolutely bored to tears with my iPhone 14 pro max. So I’m genuinely thinking about upgrading to this.

[@UrAvgInvestor]

As an iPhone user I was definitely buy one! I’m still using an iPhone 13 Pro because I don’t like the iPhone 14 pro dynamic Island. Will never buy iPhone with the dynamic Island

[@emilsecker7881]

I would love a golfing iPhone. It would be great for watching KZbin on the foldout screen and replying to texts etc on the outer screen

[@DSarDarkstar]

You complain about the keyboard on the cover but your thinking about the limited thumb tipping that iPhone people are used to. Swype had always been the best and fastest way to input text and it's better when the keyboard is actually smaller. Swyping on Gboard on floating versions of the keyboard and being able to resize it for faster swype control. (I use Swipe as the term because they were the first to create it like they created T9 typing on dumb phones). Basically, so typing on your phone like a tween-ager. Swype is so much faster and can be perfect for that front screen.

[@davidfromdownunder]

I switched from an iPhone to a Samsung S10E then S22 due to the iPhone being a little dull and boring in terms of tech. However, I do miss the simplicity and OS of the Apple Ecosystem. IF Apple did make a 'Flip' compact iPhone such as the newer and larger front cover screen of the soon to be released Samsung Flip 5 I would come back to an iPhone. I will be upgrading and staying with Samsung as the fold tech has matured enough to a point where the fold crease is not to pronounced as it once was.

[@christopherkowalewski]

Not good for what you've said as a tech reviewer: "I'm scared of getting rid of the iPhone totally" and "everything will fall apart" (if you did get rid of it). This means you are overly dependent upon the Apple ecosystem. Really highlights the strong hold Apple has on many users including tech powerusers.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

It also illustrates how much I value the processes in my business, which haven’t let me down yet. I need a very good reason to change them - haven’t found one yet.

[@jake_the_human335]

Switched from an iPhone 12 Pro to the Fold4 last summer and I share a lot of your complaints. Don't get me wrong, I love my phone- the display is stunning and it was practically made for watching KZbin but the battery is definitely sub-par. My phone also has the same little 'creak' that your review sample does. All in all I don't regret the purchase but the new S23 Ultra definitely looks nicer in comparison.

[@JJFN-zm3ky]

I said this on many different videos..But I have the 13 pro max and iPad Pro..I can’t wait for galaxy tab s9 and galaxy s24 ultra

[@tjlingram]

I switched from iPhone a few years ago when my touch screen just stopped working and went with the flip, then the fold 4 the next year. I actually can see apple creating a expensive foldable phone.

[@taylorstrandt591]

You're exactly right about apple however back when Steve was still around they used to kill off products and innovate completely new ideas and revolutionize markets consistently. They have lost their way and this is why so many people I know after decades of supporting apple have moved on.

[@noahklassen1695]

Here in Canada, I can buy an iPhone 14 pro 256gb, and an iPad mini 6 64GB ($2230)for slightly less than the galaxy Z fold4 256gb($2270). *None of these are on sale*

[@simonegeres345]

Galaxy Z fold4 is now on sale for $2049. So when it’s disconnected, it’s similar to IPhone 14 pro 256gb. (Without the mini ipad)

[@jossieassie4682]

Very nice review. I am an iPhone 13 pro max owner and have lots of (bought) music in my iTunes. Can I transfer these to the Z Fold?

[@jeffreygeiger3824]

An Iphone was my first phone. I've been a loyal Apple user for a majority of my life. But as soon as I picked up the fold 4, I knew that was changing. Just switched over a few days ago completely and havnt looked back! My only gripe is samsung pay, it works don't get me wrong, apple pay is just much more convenient.

[@Koocoo4]

GPay, ma Dude! Is flawless!! ❤❤

[@joelcollins5586]

Use google wallet. Way better

[@doomy_doomy2225]

Pixel fold would be my buy. Having a fold with an actual good camera will be nice. Cameras on the folds have zero excuse for being worse than a mid range phone at $1,800

[@blaster915]

AMEN

[@Xxlunchboxx21]

This didn’t age well.

[@doomy_doomy2225]

@@Xxlunchboxx21 not necessarily. The camera is good, but the complaints are just minor things from the tensor and who you watch. I know in the comments of a lot of videos there are people that bought it that are liking it better. I did get the moto razer plus and people are crapping on it but I have had a good experience

[@somnambulist7705]

You have a higher regard for Apple’s quality control than I do. But yes I’d be all over a fold or flip device but only for their operating system, which is the only reason they get my custom

[@FireTiger8866]

@markEllisReviews you can do MAGIC!

[@orangeford77]

Just bought an z fold 3 brand new on Amazon for 840. Anxious to try it out.

[@Koocoo4]

I've been using an iPhone since roughly 2010... And I'm never going back to CrApple after using the Galaxy Fold4. As you have said, it's a fun device in general. With the vivid color tones, 120 FPS display, anything you do or watch or play is extremely satisfying. Bixby? I love Bixby. Siri never understood anything I said and (in my opinion) has a very annoying voice. You can activate both Bixby and Google Assistant on this phone seamlessly and they make up for each other's weak points. You can change the voice to make them both sound similar (Male Voice, I think the name is "Pink") Bixby is quick and has personality to almost everything he says, which is something I feel Siri and Google lack. You only need to say Bixby (no Hey, Okay, or Hi necessary) and only need to give a slight, almost-no-delay, pause before giving a command, and it has on-device functionality, adding to the quickness. Otherwise saying 'Hey' all the time gets really old. Bixby Modes & Routines is POWERFUL STUFF!! You could set this phone up so then you basically never need to pull it out of your pocket all day aside from any app (videos, social) that you would want a display for. Everything else can be automatic, built on simple 'if' and 'then' scripts. Once I am good and ready, I am deleting my iCloud. Bye bye CrApple 🍏

[@brandonturner3467]

the 14 pro max is also 120fps and has good color, you could also have always changed siris voice

[@funsizejacobs1426]

yeah I think that apple should make a foldable. Not many people carry their ipad mini around. When I'm out and about I wouldn't want to carry a third device with me nor do I want to bring an ipad mini to like a theme park or travel. So having one device that can do all that would be nice to have. Also the front screen isn't too bad if you use swype. Punching the letters is a hassle, i perfer swype than anything else.

[@cryptochatter7279]

Amazing review, as I am considering buying a discounted

[@bgnorthport]

I bought my Z Fold 4 in August of 2022, it was a great phone up until today, I woke up this morning and it wouldn't turn on. When I went and saw the technician at AT&T he told me its a fairly common problem with the Z Fold phones. It's been mailed out for either a repair or a replacement, but if it happens again I will definitely be trading it in for a different phone. If it turns out to be an isolated incident I'll keep it because I love the design of the phone.

[@umeumeume]

That is definitely At&T. Contact Samsung and have them challenge At&t on the diagnostic. Or have At&t challenge Samsung on your phone's condition, but don't just take one party's word without verifying the accuracy. At&t has done this before and was called out for it.

[@funkam0nkey]

The Samsung sub Reddit has lots of posts about this issue along with the screen faults and poor battery life. It’s not a network or supplier issue.

[@umeumeume]

@Chris B Stop quoting Reddit. You yourself do not have a zf4 to know that At&t has done this before. Please speak on things you know and not what you hear.

[@umeumeume]

@Chris B And at the end of the day Brett will still need to make sure his parts are Samsung Certified and warranty once he gets his zf4 back. But, I guess you knew that, right?

[@691tommyc]

The wait for an Apple fold phone is too long now, might have to jump ship and go with Pixel fold or Samsung fold. I've been with Apple since the Iphone 5.

[@RussRyan7713]

I have had 2 folds so fsr and enjoy them. Agree dont use a tablet anymore. I think apple would launch a flip version before a large one.

[@rogermuggleton8127]

Regarding the keyboard, the iPhone mini is also pushing it. I can type much more accurately on my iPhone 11 Pro than the mini. Obvious really. As for a foldable iPhone affecting sales of the iPad mini, a folding iPhone would likely cost nearly 4 times the price of the iPad. So I'm not so sure. I think a high-end iPhone buyer would most likely want a high end iPad. I may well replace my iPhone mini with a larger model when the new ones are released, but I wouldn't pay half as much again for one with a choice of a narrow keyboard and a crease down the screen.

[@umeumeume]

I would encourage you to ask one of your z fold 4 friends or family to give you an up close demonstration of the fold 4. The crease is not noticeable unless you have light reflecting off of it, and even then, I strongly doubt you would care. Also, the keyboard on the front screen is not narrow unless you choose not to expand it or customize it to your liking. It should have been demonstrated in the review, but it wasn't.

[@ithinkihaveebola5238]

I switched from iPhone to the Galaxy Fold too. After using it for about 2 months, i can't go back using a 1 screen phone anymore

[@arkantochiron]

4:54: That's an amazing shot.

[@LaMalaSuerteX3]

I went to go pick one of these up since online it said it was in stock and it wasn’t but it got me thinking. I’ve been on iPhone since 2011 permanently and I’m deep into the eco system with AirPod pros MacBook Pro beats over ear iPad and iMac and watch but the day Apple Rea leased notes on their roadmap was the day I got over Apple. I love their simplicity but not their innovation and I want something new I want to be able to read books and watch content while managing texts and work stuff from my phone since that’s what I do with it all the other times

[@noahread2028]

I have a IPhone 12 Pro at the moment, but the day that the Galaxy Fold 5 comes out I’m switching

[@kieran9882]

I wonder if Apple made one, It would switch between ipad os when open and ios when closed, And the actual ipads could be like what the cheaper ipod touch was 10 years ago which was almost a cheaper iphone.

[@3rdtwirl494]

I thought snap dragon was usa only or was that the 5. so would you still recommend the 4 in 2024 to iPhone users? im concerned about brightness

[@emperorvincent]

Don't think they would care about the iPad mini if the bean counters run the numbers and they turn out in favor of a foldable iPhone... they didn't hesitate to bring out the iPhone that was basically an iPod Touch with an antenna.

[@extra4542]

Fold prices need to come down to $1500 MAX. I really want them to take off and I’d love if Apple made one. Sometimes it’s really annoying how Apple likes to move at their own leisurely pace, a foldable with iOS would be killer

[@mikedun7]

Good review but not very thorough. I’m a hardcore iPhone lover contemplating buying the new Z5 fold but he didn’t cover the differences or comparisons in the operating systems such as does the Z fold have the password feature like iPhone which makes my life so much easier? Just one of many questions.

[@TheOmarbahgat]

What is the 2 day phones in our world! Lets start by which apple football team numbers!

[@paulb9453]

Excellent report, how do you find the operating system?

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thanks! One UI is great.

[@FireTiger8866]

"I could keep doing that" with the british accent, oha!

[@kaitlynr4061]

I think the creasing would be the main reason I don’t switch to a foldable phone.

[@asan1050]

ThanksMuch!

[@qfrizell816]

I run both the Fold 4 and a 14 Pro Max... I prefer my Fold 4 productivity and media consumption

[@bees_nail_art82]

I think my Samsung s22 ultra is to heavy and big for me I want something smaller trying to figure out what to get a z flip or a fold 🤔 I think the z flip will be my next phone won’t go back or iPhone I don’t think 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@zErOo00oo0]

Samsung makes solid phones. I switched from iPhone to Z fold. Both companies are great and both have the so called " eco system " if you have buds, Samsung watch , tablet and even a microwave, it works just like apples. Just buy whatever you like 👍

[@richardschembri3538]

Apple should definitely make a folding phone, the only issue is that it would probably cost way over £2000

[@DelSigy]

My favorite feature is owning an iphone 13 pro that still uses a sim card so i can do the trick to have imessage on my fold. BEST of both worlds.

[@DelSigy]

You also need any macbook computer.

[@truthbtold137]

Apple just needs to make a flip phone version and it’s over ,no need for a folding tablet phone,give me a iPhone flip to replace my mini13 and I’m sold 💯💯

[@adonaivictor4493]

The iPad mini made me want a folding iPhone. Which is why I know next years iPad mini is going to be AMAZING more people will get on board and one year later BOOM …..folding iPhone.

[@nm1000]

I traded the 13 Pro Max for the Zfold4. Samsung's trade-ins are generous even with phone scratches. Both phones were too heavy and bulky for me. I wish I had tried them without the case and used insurance as needed. Now I have the 14 Pro which I like.

[@SMentor568]

I don't think Apple would do a foldable at this time site too limitations of the technologies.

[@Yorkie321]

The keyboard is unusable? How did you cope when mobiles were smaller? 😅

[@xShinobiXx]

I noticed that too. The front screen is a nice size and it's the size phones basically use to be for half a decade or so and even smaller earlier on. We use to say how big the screen was then lol. It's all relative. I got use to the front display now and love holding the device closed form. It's super comfortable because it's not huge

[@jodavey3064]

Im on my second fold. its the best phone ever.... but please please get a good case to protect it beacuse its so expensive to repair if you smash it.

[@Adrian890722]

my honest dream is for apple to do a folable fold, in the similar shape and dynamics as the fold! i dont want a iphone shape that folds down!

[@gkcmg11]

When Apple had a 3.5 display the keyboard was great lol

[@ijazzy2011]

Misleading title 'iPhone user switches to Galaxy Z Fold4 ' you admit in the video you didn't. So why say you have in the title. Click bait.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Worked though, didn’t it?

[@nels2114]

I think Apple will surely make a foldable and it will come out in 2027. The 20th anniversary and they will call it a "new revolution" just like they did with iphone X back in 2017. iPhone XX will be foldxble. Just my prediction.

[@brianlambTN]

I swap back and forth between my iPhone 14 Pro and my Fold 4. iMessage is the only reason I switch back to the iPhone.

[@Lord_Squidy]

I've had the z fold 4 for almost a year and its great but ill go back to apple because ft with me and my friend are a huge deal plus i never seem to use the inner screen and now for some reason it wont open all the way lol

[@lauriLokkeni9002]

🍎 definitely should make one … I’m an avid apple fan but….. it’s getting boring

[@gameraddictedx7443]

Iphone cant do half the things my z fold 4 does. I literally only use iphone for ft or i messages other than that iphone been nun but a headache for me from space to battery life

[@irfanpatel564]

The crease does not bother me at all. You get used to it and your mind blocks it out similar to how your mind blocks out your nose lol. I did get get the creek for a couple of weeks and it went by itself. I pre ordered the fold 4 and its held up perfectly.

[@Gouer]

i still waiting fold 5 come out

[@keithramaphele4278]

They could still sell the ipad mini because it'll be cheaper.

[@garytravers4729]

I’ll be honest with you, I really hope Apple do a foldable iPhone. And yes, it is zed - zee my arse.

[@duuuval3288]

I traded a 12 pro max for a fold 4 around Christmas. Recently traded in the fold 4 for a 14 pro max last week. The fold 4 is a great phone but it’s hard to leave the Apple ecosystem. I also found myself using the narrow screen on the fold 4 more than the big display.

[@Justgambleit]

Agreee! I hope Apple releases a fold soon! 😭

[@codenamegrs9278]

Nah , apple is dead to me they are too stingy with the features, they even removed a lot of dope features like the Headphone Jack , and also have been soldering the SSDs onto the Mac Motherboards since 2016 so you can't upgrade them or at least Repair them(just replace the SSD module) when they fail ... They also overprice their Storage options and RAM by 4x the price compared to any other alternative on the market. Dead and Gone. I've already ordered the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and soon enough i'll be tossing my iPhone XR where it belongs : In the Garbage. i'll most likely go with a Samsung. Can't wait to just connect my phone to a pc and just enjoy moving files around freely. No Library Sync-ing , no nothing. Just Freedom

[@Justgambleit]

@@codenamegrs9278 got legion too great laptop overall and for gaming. Samsung fold looks dope

[@codenamegrs9278]

@@Justgambleit

[@emunah3436]

@@codenamegrs9278 I bought my wife a Lenovo as she was more familiar with windows, after 3 months, keys stopped working, apparently a common problem on the Lenovos. Needless to say after months of headache, the Lenovo is a paper weight and I got her a MacBook Air. I will use nothing but a MacBook (that said before my m1 MacBook the hp elite book x360 was the best laptop I ever had)

[@henrylove4916]

Samsung is magic 🎩 ✨️ 👌 now i love more my Z FOLD 4 😍🥰😍

[@bruceh6878]

Mine fell appart in 13 months. Dust under the screen

[@skm6777]

Should Apple make a foldable? Don't really care either way. What I *really* prefer is an iPhone Mini & an iPad Mini. Everything else, I can do on my Mac.

[@halim3489]

I've had the fold 4 since March. Apart from the fold factor, i personally don't think it offers much. I think if your a heavy phone user it's better to get the s23 ultra. I find it uncomfortable to hold when it's folded, and it's a dust magnet. I always have to be careful not to drop it, or scratch it. Apart from that it's a beast of a tablet phone. Its very productive. Screen size is amazing and everytime someone sees it I get compliments.

[@user-kp5lg1qr9f]

I have been using my 512 GB Samsung Z Fold 4 for 5 months now. Who are you, saying it's a dust magnet? How ridiculous. Any phone is a dust magnet if you're around dust! As far as your other negative comments, you're obviously working for the competition or being paid to write a review to TRY to knock down the champ of phones! There is nothing else like this in the industry! When the others finally come out with some sort of a competing model, just make sure you compare all the hardware specs, then the fact that Samsung has been making these for years, with all that experience, industry leading excellence. Then compare the functionality this phone has. No laptop does what this does!

[@Walhor]

And yet Samsung's fold phones when closed are the most durable phones in drop tests. "dosen't offer much" seems like a you problem tbh

[@halim3489]

@user-kp5lg1qr9f sorry for having a opinion, I wish I was getting paid by the competition although I did mention the S23 Ultra which is also a samsung.

[@halim3489]

@Walhor I was a bit septical at first because I paid a lot for the phone, but after having dropped it many times I have to admit it is very durable.

[@mauriluciano6140]

This crunch sound when open the fold 4 i have too. And i have test it in 2 stores they had the same issue. And this is very very bad first for this price and second you get tired of this sound because it starts after 1 Month. And my fold 4 was broken after 4 months the hinge wss not full open just like a laptop. Thats a really bad point i think they have develope it wrong special the fold 4. In generall a nice phone but this issue is very bad. And the backup the same. With samsung you can save just some things but not photos and documents or music. This you need to save something else.

[@SV-jb6yo]

In a world of 2 day phone? I’ve never had any of my iPhones (4, 4s, 6, 6s, 10 pro max, and 12 pro max ever last more than a day…)

[@MarkEllisReviews]

There’s all pretty old phones, mate.

[@user-kp5lg1qr9f]

I'm sure it was just an oversight, but you incorrectly spoke about the small keyboard on the " outside display" of the phone. The main keyboard is on the inside of the phone when you open the Z Fold 4 up. It's better than anything out there if you install the Google keyboard App & use it instead of Samsung's keyboard, which is okay but nothing like Google's Gboard keyboard. On top of the best keyboard I've seen on any phone being on the inside / main display, you get the amazing convenience of having a second display, & keyboard, on the outside of the phone! It is totally convenient for Reading/typing a quick text. The conveniences of this phone are shocking. It is so far beyond anything else out there. It's not just the premium, industry leaning display, etc. but it's Samsung's operating system that gives it all its functionality! Google will take years to catch up on the software side, if they're even able to come close on the hardware side. You didn't mention the " taskbar ", at the bottom of the main inside display. It makes everyday use of the phone Uber conveniently quick! If you like productivity enhancements, there is nothing else like this phone out there. Also, you didn't mention Samsungs included DEX software functions. I can plug an external monitor, mouse & keyboard into this phone, via my USBC hub, which does 4K @ 120hz, turning high-end monitors into a high-end PC! I don't even bother with my laptop anymore. It's much more convenient just to do it all with my Z Fold 4! Regarding the "crease", You don't even notice it on web pages etc. I use my phone, I don't "look for something you can only see if you get the light and the reflection just right on it, to see a minor, barely noticeable dimple" like the reviewer is doing. And if that does bother you, the z fold 5 will be out in just a couple months which eliminates the minute, barely noticeable fold. Just start watching for the sales when it comes out and get 40% off! Even if Apple does come out with a fold, it will take them to yours to even catch up to Samsungs premium quality. PLUS, Apple does not have SAMSUNG'S PATENTED DEX!

[@user-kp5lg1qr9f]

Typo: I meant to say: If Apple does come out with a folding phone, It will take them years to match with Samsung has done on the hardware side, and they cannot provide the patented Samsung "DEX " functionality, experience & productivity.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

No, I correctly referenced the tiny keyboard on the smaller display, mate. Which is too small to be useful. The one inside is great, I agree.

[@dop3joel88]

Apple needs a folding phone. I. On the verge of swapping my iPhone out for one of these

[@paulwarner5700]

nice overview but ignored DEX, enjoying the content generally

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thanks, Paul. And there’s a big difference between ‘ignored’ and ‘no time to investigate and judge soundly’ 😉

[@paulwarner5700]

@@MarkEllisReviews apologies, my bad. perhaps one for the future? Really enjoy the content with the real world feel. On DEX, it seems like with apple and ipad/stage manager they are not wanting to make these features too good to maintain sales in other areas, i get it but frustrating. If i would suggest any content ( i wont say youve ignored lol) maybe as a windows user trying/thinking of moving to mac os you could cover this in your own style as this is something im v keen on. thanks again

[@Nikolai2i]

As an iPhone user. I'd would love apple to make a foldable. About the iPad mini I love this device but if they bring us a foldable iPhone they should just kill the mini. Apple killed the iPod in the past but because of the iPhone. I don't see why apple can't do the same here too. I think Apple easily could even make foldable iPad

[@tizojiyane7350]

I don't understand why you're being apologetic for apple since they can't make foldable devices... they just can't

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Why can't they?

[@tizojiyane7350]

@@MarkEllisReviews probably still in development phase

[@segaboy9894]

Did you just create a shot of yourself looking into your camera? That's absolutely insane...

[@MarkEllisReviews]

“Insane”?!

[@segaboy9894]

@MarkEllisReviews Insane is a bit of a strong word, I'll admit.

[@REALHARSH]

will we see an iFlip...... well I flipping hope not....

[@GrommyMcGromface]

I don't even call it the fold 4 now. Much easier lol (I'm English)