Is This Phone The Future Of Foldables? [Into The Fold Episode 7]

[@Tevosilverfox]

This is why I been watching you for years, Because you always follow up on any issues regarding any phone you use long term. The Honesty is really appreciated

[@curleypubes3672]

*appreciated

[@Watch-0w1]

Sigh but now you destroy my dream to own a fold. No reason to pay 1000$ for a phone that last 7 month.

[@pixels_per_inch]

@@Watch-0w1 It's more like $2000

[@Tevosilverfox]

@@curleypubes3672 *corrected*, my phone did that weirdly

[@stoppls1709]

@@Watch-0w1 atleast now you won't waste it on a foldale

[@SuperSaf]

Best part of the video is @12:15 😜 Great coverage as always my man!

[@theigpugamer]

Hi saf

[@TheMrMobile]

Hahaaaa eagle eyes under those sunglasses, I see. Can't wait to hang again, my friend. Thanks for watching!

[@slyceth]

I prefer 12:42

[@stoppls1709]

@@slyceth 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@nilosan]

So cocky 😂😋🙃

[@Civilian08]

That scratch line reminds me of the scratches that would happen on the original 3DS, where the bottom screen would scratch the top screen.

[@Cooe.]

This wasn't a scratch. That's the UTG glass shattering down the fold line. The 1st Gen UTG on the Flip/5G & Fold 2 was SUUUUPER weak.

[@telaltube3383]

Please do a documentary! My friend you have the vocals of oscar winning documentary material! Great show as usual

[@soulseeker3194]

The David Attenborough of tech.

[@licht4808]

He was an actor.

[@dhrubohasnain5403]

@@licht4808 movie name?

[@Bramon83]

A tech documentary. The likes of Attenborough and Mike Rowe.

[@Bramon83]

@@dhrubohasnain5403 movies are not the only media in which you can act.

[@dannywinget]

I love foldables and food. This video hit both of those needs. A+

[@zallandkasi7366]

yo danny's here

[@hotmilkgt]

I'm beating the crap out of my Z flip. One of the rubber corner on the inside fell off when I ripped my phone off a tripod holder. Now it's running the finish off the top since there's no rubber there anymore. Still loving this phone!

[@ritikjain4256]

Wow i just Wanna be this rich

[@hotmilkgt]

@@ritikjain4256 got it used for 50% off retail

[@soloseraphimheartsong3710]

I enjoy your devotion to Star Trek TNG

[@TheMrMobile]

Thanks! Me too. Ha

[@Sogard22]

I heard Lavar Burton is set to guest host Jeopardy soon

[@andrehernandez3193]

@@TheMrMobile What is the LCARS app you are using in the video?

[@JA-uz7se]

@@andrehernandez3193 agree, would like to know this also

[@iainrlennox]

KZbin video with system47?

[@pachy444]

Huawei made sure that Google services can be side loaded onto the X2 so that really isn't a concern if you want one. I'm absolutely convinced as a Huawei folding phone user for almost a year that Huawei make THE best folding phone available on the planet.

[@markedgerton4170]

Totally agree. Been a Samsung Fold user for 4 years. Just switched to Huawei. Samsung sucks in comparison.

[@austinfranco1873]

@@markedgerton4170 really? Can you get the Google services on it?

[@Cooe.]

Lol shit take was shit. The Mate X/XS was fucking trash that scratched to hell if you looked at it funny and the plastic screen on this $2800 monstrosity felt like ass compared to proper uniform & solid feeling UTG displays from the competition. Huawei is and has been an also-ran for basically everything in smartphones for a long while now. 🤷 Oppo makes some good foldables, but Huawei makes junk.

[@Cooe.]

​@@markedgerton4170Lol you done fucking goofed. 🤣 Even if you didn't want Samsung you should have waited for the Pixel Fold or OnePlus Open over that trash. Also, no, the Galaxy Fold's have been better phones than the Mate's at basically every juncture. The difference in software quality and capability is fucking STARK! Samsung's foldable specific software is still the best in the game although many would argue Oppo (OnePlus) has the better hardware.

[@markedgerton4170]

@@Cooe. I have the OnePlus Fold now.

[@nate3557]

0:35 I love that you still have Jibo around.

[@Root3264]

I love watching videos of stuff I'll never treat myself to, because it's too expensive.

[@954brent954]

Better get some crypto! Maybe it will mature enough one day for you to buy some expensive stuff.

[@maybebeltran221]

As someone who got the Z Fold 2, I'm so bored with it tbh. It's still very useful to have a big screen and whatnot, but I'm so done with apps looking weird on both screens. My next phone will be a regular slab most likely

[@joshjohnson2753]

@@maybebeltran221 I ended up getting the note 20 ultra over the fold 2 for that reason, alot of comments on how poorly the apps are optimized for it. I'll probably wait 2-3 more years for apps to properly work on the device

[@Ryukachoo]

The used phone market is a possibility if you don't mind last year's hardware. Used prices on these super top end phones tend to fall fast. The first z flip is now only $400 and the razr is like $350

[@Matanumi]

@@maybebeltran221 flip phone folding style seems cooler and more practical. Too bad there are only 2 notable options on the market

[@jasonrodriguez2963]

0:26 what a beautiful yet simple intro

[@furqansiddiqui8129]

The best series after retro reviews While retro makes us appreciates the past, this series excited us how foldables will shape the future. Love how these series strikes a perfect balance between nostalgia of yesteryear and excitement for the coming future. Pure gold

[@sexyscientist]

+

[@ThierryTiramisu]

3:46 the importance of being... Ergonomic! Love it, Mr. Mobile!

[@TheMrMobile]

Glad someone picked up on that one. :)

[@c0784]

Pls explain 🦜, i didn't get it

[@carloenix]

@@c0784 I guess they're referring to "The Importance of Being Earnest," a play by Oscar Wilde. "Ergonomic" sounds like "earnest," after all. Or at least the first syllable does.

[@Karan-Aujla]

Waking up to a Mr.Mobile upload is a pretty good start to the day.

[@hiimapop7755]

I feel like I'm following a professional documentary series with these Into The Fold episodes. Thanks for the quality videos as always. :)

[@MuhammadKharismawan]

yeah seen that kind of fracturing on the display on 3 different occasion, a Fold 1 demo before it got pulled because someone decided to prick it with their nails then the current Z flip Demo has a clear line on it. right now the new Z Fold 2 still hasn't, probably because the store decide to case it behind a plastic cage that you gotta ask the attendant to open so less people are getting the chance to be handsy with it

[@nategg481]

Talking about aspect ratios, the current trend from KZbin smartphone/tech content creators doesn't look that great on a TV; it's akin to watching a movie with the original movie AR on an old 4:3 CRT.

[@theigpugamer]

Me at 3:58 am it's time to sleep Mrmobile uploads video Me- who needs sleep, it can wait

[@harshalashar786]

Same bro, same 🥲🥲

[@theigpugamer]

@LE MONKE it's 4:20 can't be bad

[@mmtsen83]

👏🏼 global issues

[@faisalali2001]

Me at 3:09 now

[@jamilaboudaher]

Me at 7:10 am LOL (still awake since yesterday)

[@mikewoollard667]

One question, did you remove the screen protector on your fold 2. The damage was that without the inner screen protector.

[@twopercentgaming4630]

Man, a niche product for sure, but I'd love to have a foldable that's a smartphone in the front and a e-ink display for reading in the middle.

[@TheMrMobile]

Oh whoa. I'd love to try that out as well.

[@tommyking626]

This will be the phone. I will scrap my kindle immediately if this happens

[@No_True_Scotsman]

God I would love one of these if the outside screen came with an S-Pen (bonus points if it somehow works on the folding screen too, and without scratching the hell out of it)

[@MrReedmonkey]

Good idea mate! Sammy should take note

[@Thisath100]

@@MrReedmonkey Not sure if you meant the pun "take Note" but I'm here for it hahaha

[@Danny.._]

really impressed with that wedge shape and the way it folds

[@ravikiranreddygudipally6890]

Hey Michael, any timeline on Z Fold 2 long-term review? Really looking forward to that video!

[@TheMrMobile]

It's half written already. Soon as this one gets back from the repair shop I'll get back to writing it!

[@memorydefekt]

@@TheMrMobile epic

[@ravikiranreddygudipally6890]

@@TheMrMobile Thanks for the reply bud. I have been a huge fan of yours since the pocketnow days. Stay safe and have a great evening!

[@1023Seph]

Idk what it is about these videos but damn are they entertaining! Please keep doing this series!

[@SpaceWithSam]

*This is why you're my favorite KZbinr, the information are always incredible, the video is phenomenal, you deserve way more 10 million subscribers, excellent content Michael!*

[@paulwilson3759]

Hey Michael, loving the whole into the fold series, I’ve just bought a Z flip 5G. Super excited for it. Where do you get those brilliant Star Trek communicator screensavers from?

[@Mrkajetan2012]

I also very curious about that Retro Futuristic screensaver...

[@HalfBreedMix]

7:30 (on the right) Isn't that little droid-looking bot in the background discontinued or something like that ?

[@Vlican]

Excellent review as always, Michael! And thanks for answering my question on Twitter about Huawei's lack of official Google services!

[@madmann6723]

While I haven't had one and probably will not have one for a long time. It is heartening to see OEMs doing something different/interesting in the otherwise rectangular slab world of smartphones. As always Michael an excellent video, keep up the good work! 👍

[@rahilsahu9083]

I wonder if they can use that TOF sensor when phone is opened. They can provide a great depth of field. It can also improve the focusing issue.

[@nattybynature1262]

I have no intention of buying a lot of the devices you review but the quality of your uploads makes me keep watching. 😁

[@theigpugamer]

Captain2phones to mrmobile Glad to see all your videos since pocket now Keep it up Michael

[@voteDC]

I prefer the Mate X2 for the simple reason that in a Foldable I want the outer screen to be as useable as the inner one.

[@PTPVods]

I'm 2 months into owning my fold 2 and absolutely love it. It's over the top considering I only read articles and watch a lot of KZbin but it's such a great luxury

[@SpookySkeletonGang]

This is the best LOOKING folding phone I think we've seen yet. I know you don't like it but I personally would rather no hole punch at all for the large screen. The way the device is wedge shaped to fit better in the hand, the way the bezels are the same size all the way around the device (seriously why can't every phone do this???), it's just the most visually appealing folding phone. It's the first one that really is starting to look like it could be a consumer device, minus the price and google stuff of course.

[@akshayjoshi5955]

The story telling of mrmobile is so lovely that no matter what video it is, I surely watch that. ❤️

[@AkashKumarSarraf]

Same here.. it always feels like I was waiting for this video.

[@Chemy.]

Man this is always fun, relaxing and very objetive, stay mobile man, be safe and take care of the Davids!

[@chris7015]

May I ask what microphone you use?

[@scorpionjb1980]

Where did you get those LCARS and the Tricorder active backgrounds / wallpapers ???

[@PkMyMuMMaN]

Lol HelloFresh. A Dutch company. I once did a school project for them some years ago and met the Head of the company in their head office in the Netherlands. Interesting to see they're also active in Americas now. I'll just assume their growth was due to our school project, lol. :) I think they are the leading company in their market here in the Netherlands. And to me that's fair as they are honestly really good at what they do. Great recommendation, Michael!

[@spaceinvadersfreak]

They seem to be making massive inroads into the UK too. A lot of my colleagues use it and I've been tempted seeing some of their meals, especially as we work long and varied shifts.

[@EpicallyEvil1]

As someone who just got a Z Fold2 just a week ago I'm anxiously waiting for your follow up video on the topic. I've loved it so far but it's a shame ownership means you always have the worries of your phone one day randomly breaking.

[@fadiabdi7103]

Love your Channel, yours are the first videos KZbin shows me everytime and I am very pleased!

[@amazoncustomer6428]

Just love the way he covers other KZbinrs/Influencers in his covergae, reflecting upon the deep bond this fraternity has. As always great video sir.

[@righthandofdoom77]

That's the major thing that puts me off getting a folding phone. The after care should anything go wrong and if I can prove it wasn't human error.

[@burara9659]

you should take a look at the sharp qpot phone collaborations! the wireless charger for one of the models has real chocolate preserved inside it

[@Mechnizmo88]

Loving the review perspective. I picked the S21 Ultra over the Fold 2 with the fear that you just confirmed. A few years to go for foldables to become mainstream durable, but I'm glas we're getting there. :)

[@TKsTechTalk]

Thanks for this video. My daily driver too is a Z Fold 2 and I wasn't aware of these cracks appearing in the centre crease. I've had my phone for 6 months now and I really do hope if this is going to happen, I hope it occurs before the Samsung Care expires, otherwise it will be a hefty cost to replace. Will keep an eye out for it and update on my experience.

[@cm99cox]

My z fold 2 is also en route to Samsung for the same issue. Not as severe but still there. Hopefully their warranty is good.

[@TheMrMobile]

Best of luck with a hopefully-quick repair!

[@cm99cox]

@@TheMrMobile Thanks, Same to you!

[@cm99cox]

Hopefully yours goes better than mine. They claimed there was damage due to a drop because of a light scratch on the back cover. Out of warranty

[@Obssy]

The L-cars interface looks amazing on it! 3:46

[@emmabentley7945]

Watching on my Z fold 2 ♥️

[@fatproduce]

I'm not usually one to say this, but $2,800 is truly too much for a smartphone in my opinion.

[@starparticles6250]

Love your videos man. You make for some great, fun, and nostalgia filled vids. Much love from Alaska.

[@BenBensen293]

In Germany for 11 dollars you can go to the restaurant (besides corona) and get a full meal, salad and a coke^^ I miss it ;(. But HelloFresh is also a nice Idea. We have a Vorwerk Thermomix, maybe take a look on this one as a tech youtuber!

[@theone7189]

The reason I go with a foldable is to get back to a size manageable phone, one- handed to be specific. I tried the Samsung offerings, but in the end, I stuck with my Razr 5G. I love that thing and that external display. I can do about everything one-handed with my small hand.

[@panacottagram]

What app is it at 3:47? Simulates a screen from star trek.

[@gautamsaharan2397]

You are champion of reviewer bro . Like your great loud clear voice in every video .

[@ericminerv]

Mr Mobile is the only Tech Influencer that i actually look forward to his sponsor vids, they are that good.

[@ThierryTiramisu]

3:00 that price. Ouch!

[@bamb0ostick]

High voice: TGH!

[@ferdinandbellen8140]

Awesome and informative video! Same issue with my wife's FOLD 2. she had it for 4 months as her main phone. Looking forward for the next video about this scratch/ fatigue fractures and how Samsung would be dealing with this thinking you will use this phone for 2-4 years.

[@ciannacoleman5125]

I would consider getting a foldable like this in a few years when they have figured some more of the “glitches” related to new concepts and the price point begins to drop. My biggest concern though (other than that potential cracking problem) is how protective phone cases will be for these. I tend to drop my phone more often than I should and that protective factor is really important. However, the potential for a cellphone that folds out into a mini tablet really appeals to me for work purposes, especially if there ends up being one with a stylus for signing documents since I currently pull out my iPad the handful of occasions I need to do that.

[@The_Bird_Bird_Harder]

So far I don't think there are any otterbox type cases, but the mate x2 does offer a full flip front case.

[@Tradingpassion]

Mr.Mobile & JerryRigeverything are both favourite Legends of great Narrator🤩

[@graysonsmith7031]

That phone is gorgeous, I hope the next Samsung fold takes that lopsided kindle oasis like design and makes the outer screen a more sensible ratio. If it wasn't for the lack of wireless charging and the lack of a google play store, I think this would be my next phone unless the next fold is significantly better.

[@geraldl1401]

Awesome vid and review!👍👍👍

[@ChristofferLund]

Beautiful phone, that Mate X2! Also, you make a nice sponsor spot! The sponsor isn't applicable for me, but the spot seems very genuine.

[@TheMrMobile]

Thanks! And it's as genuine as it gets ... I can't remember another time when a sponsor relationship has prompted me to become a customer.

[@kaibeanss]

Love the Jibo in the background

[@CEKROM]

3:45 For a moment I thought the display was broken =D

[@claytonmatthews7323]

what skin of android is on the huaweii is it their own or did you change it to one you like? I really dig the more squared off apps

[@brijeshchandrakar]

Forget about the phone. You got me interested in HelloFresh although I am not even in the US. That's top-notch presentation skills.

[@adityamallik4915]

The contraband folder is amazing

[@CodesmithSoftware]

Does anyone know what the LCARS app was around 3:45?

[@iello911]

I also got a Fold 2, replacing for the last few months the original Fold I used to have; the large screen still looks pristine (fingers crossed); are you sure the 'crack' is not just on the screen protector? It is hard to tell from a KZbin picture....hopefully that is the case and a new protector will get you back in business.

[@JaredReabow]

I had an identical issue with my fault to as you did when I went to Samsung and used the premier Service I was initially told the the cracks were caused by impact damage but after arguing that that doesn't make sense based on the way the cracks form they eventually repaired it for free but their service clearly was not premiere

[@idrissamorehouse5776]

Wow that asymmetrical design is really boss!! at this point im getting sad feeling i have to wait a couple years for the kinks and pricing to be worked out - i truly was planning to get the X3 w stylus capabilities -but for 2grand it really should be thoroughly worked out better -excellent presentation as always :)

[@jstadler]

I had the exactly same cracks in my Z Fold 2s inner screen after about 6 months of continous use. But i got it replaced under guarantee no problem, and while using a S20FE in the meantime, it really stood out how much i got used to the big screen already

[@BloopsnBleeps]

I've had the Z Fold2 for 6 months. I can never go back to a traditional phone. Yes, I'm happy to be a guinea pig working out the technical kinks. It's that good.

[@thisisnotreallife20]

Man, I can't wait to see the advancements in foldables. The Z Fold2 is the best phone I've ever owned. I don't think I could ever go back to a single standard sized screen.

[@thisisnotreallife20]

@@Leo23XR Nothing out of the ordinary. My original internal screen protector is pretty nasty at this point tho. I have an aftermarket screen protector, I just haven't taken the time to replace it. The pre-installed outer screen protector is still on mine, and is still in great shape. Have had the phone for 6 months now. Only thing I hated about the phone, was the lack of good case options for it. Lol

[@hellrider7s922]

dude the furniture in your apartment is beautiful. Can we have a home tour video? Please?

[@justdoit2521]

I love the honesty in your reviews. I wish all reviewers would go back to reviewing products instead of just presenting them, or worse, hyping them up when they're not worth it...

[@RubyRoks]

Great video. On the topic of repairs to folding phones, how's the moto razr 5g situation going?

[@Giftig--Daniel-P]

This is my 69th video of yours in the last few days, and no I didn't do that on purpose. I just hit the play all on your channel and stopped to see how many I've seen. I'm back in April of 2020, just finished with your SE video. That's about 11 1/2 hours of MrMobile. Thanks for the great content for when I'm bored at work. Been a subscriber for a few years, glad to be considered one of your old fanbase. Just catching up on missed videos (2020 was rough).

[@welshlad6427]

Mr Mobile gets a like before I even watch his videos as I no it’s going to be boss. Hope you’re well buddy 👍

[@cheeseonyomama]

I can't wait to buy a new Razr! In like 5 years lol

[@LordJapos]

I'm not sure I follow the part about video conferencing. What exactly is the functional difference between video conferencing using the outer display with the kickstand on the huawei and using the inner display on the samsung?

[@coffeevie]

What’s it like if you were to hold the phone with your left hand? Does the wedge shape make it awkward? Do you just spin it around so it’s upside down? I’m right handed but prefer holding my phone in my left hand so I imagine it may be odd to try to hold and use like that

[@eightbitJuan]

I've lost count on how many Duo calls I've had on the Fold 2 while folded! Still this looks slick! Can't wait for these things to become slimmer without battery life taking a hit

[@jayrdee8929]

How is the razor 5G screen? Any rough parts or dead pixels?

[@ForgingMyLife]

Have you ventured back to the Surface Duo yet? I've had mine for several months now and still absolutely love it. It truly is THE best foldable.

[@TheMrMobile]

I've revisited the Duo every two weeks or so. In fact I tried moving back into it after the Fold2 went out for repair, but only managed to last half a day. IMO, it's still criminally undercooked, far too fragile, and it's not being updated at nearly the speed needed to make it competitive. But I'm glad you're enjoying yours!

[@ForgingMyLife]

@@TheMrMobile thanks for the reply...appreciate it. I'm not sure you have stuck with it long enough - 'half a day'. It needs to be at least a week. It really isn't as undercooked as you say, yes there are things that can be improved but for a 1.0 it is very good. I have used it as a daily driver with and without the bumper and skins and it has held up VERY well. The screens are as good as ever, the battery life is still good, it has the cracked charger port thing, but don't even notice it. The software is very reliable with occasional glitches, but all in all it is brilliant. Just saying.

[@0hmyl0rdd_]

Thank you for giving more exposure to the foldable devices! While I do love my Z fold 2, and experiencing some weird glitch where half the screen intermittently doesn't turn on when unlocking the phone, the foldable phones are definitely the future.

[@carleneboulden4386]

Great video! What is the white and black thing in the background at 9:57?

[@sirnikolas]

Whata voice! So very well said! Love your vids mate! Keep'em coming! And g'day from downunder! 😍🇦🇺

[@elijahmatthews2781]

Hi Mr. Mobile, just wanted to know if you have ever done a full review of a phone but recorded your review using only the phone that you are reviewing camera instead of your normal set up? Love your content and Thank you.

[@mjaerkens]

I really like the content my dude, but also you always looking so good is making me like the content more.

[@staceyw.6608]

I'm in Italy and I'm using an older Huawei model. I have Google services on my phone. So is this just a US thing? Or have the new Huawei models completely discontinued Google services? I'm so confused as to what the current situation is.

[@ctk4949]

I hope the ZF3 edges arent as slippery as the ZF2, thats really my only complaint. I had to put a piece of anti-slip tape on the edge so its easier to open.

[@Saml3838]

Thank you for talking about the long term usage experience

[@peterwatkins9611]

What is On the phone screen at 3:50 ?

[@armchaircritech]

Good video ,Huwaei has done well especially on the distribution of weight and other ergonomics factors.I did read a news about Huwaei eavesdropping on its Dutch customers, not sure how much of that is true but these kibd of news makes people jittery about Huwaei...

[@starparticles6250]

Love the Star Trek innards you showed off.

[@benjaminkuo9896]

Any news on the Huawei XS 2?

[@kalemuncher9425]

Heya Michael, I'm trying to apply your code at the Hello Fresh website, but it's telling me your code doesn't exist. Am I doing something wrong, or could it be that your code is exclusive to the US?