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[@JamaltlLee]

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[@jeffwoodard]

I sub to a ton of reviewers and you are top notch. Looking forward to seeing your channel grow. Keep it up.

[@AhmazinSKM]

Great video! I still have the Fold 3, because I didn't think Samsung did enough to warrant me upgrading. Then the OnePlus Open came along and I had a lot of interest, but you helped me determine that there were features I really needed on even my Fold 3, that the Open just did not have. So I am waiting on the next iterations of these phones until I upgrade. I appreciate you answering my questions on the your last video, that made that decision easier, because there was a lot of buzz regarding the Open... but it just would not suit my use-case.

[@kennypham960]

As a non content creator, as an average user, KZbin, Instagram, gaming, etc, switching from the fold, the open is a better upgrade for an average user. If u want a powerhouse app eater, sure Samsung, but not everyone is like you 😅

[@JamaltlLee]

For sure, I'm pretty sure I addressed that in the video 🙏🏿

[@JamesJonesTech]

Great video bro. Keep em coming 🔥 Z Fold 6 and Open 2 both gonna be crazy that’s for sure

[@theaveragejoebody]

No Open 2 this year

[@jonathanreid7785]

Just subscribed keep up the good work m8

[@gardetto265]

I have never seen your channel but I love how straight to the point you are. You are very cut and dry. Keep being simple and you will go far, buddy. Most people don't care about every bell and whistle and I'm one of them. I had both because if I was going to spend the money I wanted to choose between the two but I personally prefer the z fold based off how it feels in my hands and how easy it is to put in my pocket. However, the aspect ratio on the OnePlus open is better

[@JamaltlLee]

Just saw your updated comment. I really appreciate it 🙏🏿. I've been struggling to create recently, but this is encouraging to see. Thank you.

[@dragonzord94]

Would you do a video on an issue I have with my phone if I gave it to you? Wondering if you would do stuff like covering glitches on your channel. Also, another great in-depth video. I'm not too up-to-date with current phones but I'm learning a lot. Feels like I have the devices in my hands, watching your videos.

[@JamaltlLee]

I could definitely do a video on that 🙏🏿

[@deezyle3446]

mad respect bro! love the detailed videos and unbiased opinion. I'm using the Fold 5 right now and returned the OPO because it just wasn't for me. Both devices are solid devices for different crowds. I love the fold 5 with its more robust customization capabilities and better software (in my opinion). I was interested in the OPO because of its better hardware but the software was just missing and inconsistent for me. Some people don't care about that so it's perfect for them. The different opinions online, specially on reddit, that one destroys the other in every way is just ridiculous. Again, both are very solid devices but just for different crowds.

[@JamaltlLee]

Respect 🙏🏿🙏🏿. Exactly bro, they're both great devices with different strengths that different people will appreciate or want more than the other.

[@DUICE08]

OnePlus open is my first foldable and I love it! Great review! I enjoyed your perspective.

[@JamaltlLee]

Thank you! And I'm glad you enjoy your OnePlus Open 💪🏿.

[@joshuabergeman354]

I love my zfold 5! Personally I think it's the perfect aspect ratio. The ONLY thing holding it back is the cameras! The main lens is great. It would be nice if it had a bigger lens but it's still great. But the ultra wide is mid at best and the 3X lens is trash. I don't really mind the ultra wide but Samsung does need to put a 50/64 MP 3X periscope lens if they're going to stay competitive imo

[@JamaltlLee]

I agree with everything you said! It can literally be the perfect device for me with a few tweaks like a better zoom camera.

[@pauleinsig]

I've been so torn thinking about switching to the Open from my Fold 5 for various reasons. The Open is the only phone that has even come close to making me consider getting rid of my Fold since I've had a Fold since the second generation. I kept going back and forth between if I should get the Open and trade in my Fold 5 in. Everyone you see online says to get the Open. But I think your video said it best. Thank you for helping me make up my mind to stick with my Fold 5 as you're right it really is superior even if the open is a good phone.

[@JamaltlLee]

I'm glad I could help 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@pauleinsig]

@JamaltlLee damn, I voice typed that message and it was all jacked up. My bad.

[@TheJessShow]

Hasselblad Camera set up is why I'm getting it currently have a iPhone 13 Pro Max and Z fold 3

[@chancellar]

Grest video. I agree alot of your points about the F5's advantages including that the Open's massive camera bump is a detriment when holding it one handed. I ultimately went witht the Open because of better camera and gaming. I like to play CodM and Warzone Mobile (in 4:3 aspect ratio) and the Open handles these games significabtly better (not perfect) than the 5. Thermal managenent is a big plus of the Opens but is mostly noticeable when gaming.

[@Infinitelight8888]

I nearly bought the OnePlus open, but honestly I know wireless charging is not truly wireless like OnePlus said, but I use it a lot, and also the lack of accessories for this phone I was like nah gonna wait for the z fold 6.

[@DRcatscratch]

wireless charging is a gimmick anyways, it's not really needed. Maybe 10 years ago it was cool, not now

[@abrahamroberts2040]

I'm sticking with my Z Fold 4 with hopes that Samsung will make some improvements on the Z Fold 6.

[@Perfectly_imperfect1]

Love my fold 5. The outside screen i THOUGHT would be an issue but i love it. I agree with your points and i think the one plus open is a nice phone too. Dex has been a game changer for me especially when using my viture xr glasses I've been able to work remotely just by connecting a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse.

[@JamaltlLee]

That sounds like a really cool use case for Dex!

[@quincyhernandez9907]

I have the legion phone. Thinking about the oneplus for the bigger outside screen, the crease showing less, IR blaster and i think the battery is better

[@gabriellaallen3590]

The comment section is always so lively keep it up 🎉

[@JopieH2]

I just really like the smaller formfactor, and then when i want to switch to bigscreen its there to.

[@ChiaDai]

What's your daily carry / main when not reviewing phones ?

[@JamaltlLee]

I always end up going back to the z fold series, so right now, my main phone is a fold 5 when I'm not reviewing other phones.

[@oscarflix]

Good video, just need to fix your mic /sound quality.

[@user-tk3lk8sv1f]

For my size hands the front screen of the zf5 is way too cramped to use confortably if you have somewhat bigger hands. I have the Open now and its perfect.

[@abrahamroberts2040]

I can't get enough of your voice and accent. 🔥

[@martvarm]

Great video ! Samsung offers the full package although they could do much better !

[@malaychaurasia7526]

How's the battery life holding up after the one ui 6 update on z fold 5? And does using goodlock customization affect the battery life of the device?

[@JamaltlLee]

Battery is still good. The customization doesn't impact battery that much in my experience, if anything it can impact overall smoothness when navigating the os if you do the absolute most customizations. But even then the impact isn't that bad.

[@malaychaurasia7526]

@@JamaltlLee Thanks. Really appreciate your work keep it up 👍🙏

[@user-fq9sp8mj8f]

Here is my one thing...and before I get to that, loved the review, my guy. Spotted the Toronto accent right away. But, music. Wireless. No one ever talks about this. But if you have expensive headphones, with aptx HD, aptx adaptive or aptx lossless, one plus wins. And Samsung could make it available. Snapdragon-Qualcolm chips created and supports those codecs. Licensing fee is maybe $10. At this price point, who would notice. I can't support Samsung bricking my phone for their silky proprietary codec. Headphones are almost as much as the phone. So...really? Just a bad look.

[@ASmith-vl2km]

How does the global variant of the Honor Magic V2 and the Huawei Mate X5 measure up?

[@JamaltlLee]

I think they're both good in their own ways. The V2 is an amazing hardware and production feat, but based on what I've seen, I think the fold 5's software is still better. The mate x5 is super premium but really expensive and is harder to get than the rest, plus it lacks all the Google stuff. It comes down to what compromises you're willing to accept.

[@danike8941]

you can use 3 apps at once on the oneplus open by opening 3 apps and then pinching the screen with 4 fingers

[@JamaltlLee]

Yeah but that makes them all really small

[@chloelane8942]

I’ve been watching different videos all day and I keep getting confused on which of the foldable phones to buy 😢

[@JamaltlLee]

I feel you, it can be hard to decide. What are the most important features you care about when it comes to a foldable?

[@chloelane8942]

@@JamaltlLee weight and durability I guess

[@JamaltlLee]

Maybe try the OnePlus Open then since it's lighter. I think they're both similar in terms of durability, it could be hit or miss for either one.

[@morm2173]

The Huawei mate X5 is also incredible it has everything you could imagine

[@JamaltlLee]

Wish they sold their phones in Canada

[@morm2173]

@JamaltlLee you can import on wonda mobile but it's tough but trust me it's better than the fold 5 and one plus open

[@kekeskia]

​@@morm2173gms missing is so bad sadly... But it is the better foldable atm..

[@Mrtrojano]

I think the new One plus Open is a big upgrade from fold 5. Better multi-tasking, better screen, better camera , better form factor , fast charging.

[@hugocruz2380]

I feel the same way I have both phones love them both but the screen and multitasking is just better than samsung

[@Ceobub]

@@hugocruz2380yo I honestly shouldn’t be considering buying either of these phones but would you still say the one plus open takes the lead over zfold 5?? I’m REALLY tryna decide I’ve only ever had iPhone and shitty android.

[@hugocruz2380]

@@Ceobub in my opinion I would say one plus open I like it way better than my fold 5 because of the outer screen and no crease on the inside .. but there is also the fold 6 comming soon . The one plus have really good trade in deals I have 2 of them got them both for around 500 something with trade in ..

[@brendanfogel4573]

Get the z fold 5. Yeah the one plus open is great phone but its a chinese brand which is a pain with them. Samsung would give you a pretty flawless experience. I switched after being a lifetime ios user too​@matthewbizelli3986

[@barriemoorcroft534]

I think the samsung is a safer bet. Some good points made on this video re software and flexibility. In my country ireland the Fold 5 can be picked up brand new for 1100e from small phone shops with registered 2yr warranty. Oneplus is still 1600 or 1800e only direct from oneplus. Samsung is repairable anywhere but the oneplus has to be mailed back and only has 1yr std warranty. I also don't think a narrow screen is a downside, look at it like a bonus.

[@MiisoBlack]

Dope Video!

[@maryamgore]

I agree with you

[@charlesanju7971]

Such is the case with the new One Plus Open, which is easily a better foldable phone than the galaxy z fold 5 in all areas that matter.with better camera,better battery life, and better design, not to mention the slightly more affordable pricing,the latest One Plus entrant is surely a device to consider if you're interested in a foldable phone.

[@edwinramos4910]

Objectively, the only thing you're right about is the better battery life. The wider outer display is nice, but it comes at a huge cost that most fail to acknowledge. As a direct result of that wider outer display, the aspect ratio of the inner display is 1.08:1...which is basically a square. A square is not an ideal display shape for any type of use. Folding phones cost $500 USD more than candy bar shaped flagship phones. I would think that people who are willing to spend that much more money for a smartphone would be very interested in having an inner display that optimizes the user experience...especially in regards to media consumption. But, a square aspect ratio isn't optimazed for anything.

[@kriszgb1]

Z fold for me ❤

[@design926]

who is better ?

[@JamaltlLee]

To me the Fold 5 is the better overall package, but both phones are really good and you can't go wrong with either.

[@A1Bokeh]

Man youre the only person ive seen pick the fold 5 lol

[@JamaltlLee]

It's not the popular opinion right now

[@A1Bokeh]

@@JamaltlLee lol ya man.. I mostly would want a n upgrade that is good with the multi tasking a lot of my equpment has apps so having multiple open at a time would be pretty nice. im thinking of holding off for a bit its not a huge need atm hopefully some good comes out.im rocking a refurbished note10+ , its still hangin lol

[@JamaltlLee]

@@A1Bokeh If you can wait till like August/September then you'll have a lot of good options. New foldables from every company and really good ones from 2023 at cheap prices.

[@A1Bokeh]

@@JamaltlLee ya sounds like a good plan

[@jamiehunter3567]

Slow charging is holding fold line back aswell. 67w charging on my one plus open has been an unbelievably good change from my fold 4

[@JamaltlLee]

Yeah I wish Samsung gave us faster charging!

[@jamiehunter3567]

@@JamaltlLee after falling so far behind they have to soon or risk losing a lot more customers than just me

[@design926]

i broken my fold4 and i buy Oneplus open Logiciel Ui/UX Oneplus open is good ?

[@jamiehunter3567]

@@design926 one plus open is amazing you would not be disappointed if you bought it. It doesn't have wireless charging but that doesn't bother me especially having 67w ultra fast charging

[@jayred139]

The narrow screen is an automatic NO for the z fold 5. After using the vivo x fold 2 the form factor is just too superior. Samsung has to change the the screen size or it's doomed to fail next year.

[@JamaltlLee]

That's cool if that's how you feel, but for other people the narrow screen is perfect. Samsung will probably change it with the fold 6 though because of the popular opinion and the direction of the competition.

[@rrocckky]

Wow. GUUUURAAATE Video bro ❗

[@JamaltlLee]

Thank you! 🙏🏿

[@alexrubio40]

Great video

[@JamaltlLee]

Thank you!

[@antwilkinson]

I get what you are saying, I bought the one plus open, but I'll miss dex

[@cooltechandmore]

returned mine, don't like feel in hand and software

[@JamaltlLee]

Which one did you return?

[@ChiTownBossFJB]

I will never use a z fold again, too dang narrow.

[@poplyrics4565]

Z fold 5 for me❤

[@macmich7603]

Z fold for is too narrow when folded. Makes no sens to me

[@JamaltlLee]

That's fair. I personally really enjoy the narrow screen.

[@bootsthegod9084]

Biggest factors for me were 1) the outside screen form factor, 2) matte screen reducing glare, 3) the barely noticeable crease, and 4) super fast charging combined with already great battery life. Samsung better come out swinging next year lol

[@jonathanreid7785]

Had z fold 5 OnePlus is leaps and bounds ahead that outer screen on z fold 5 too small then there's that horrible standing out crease it's terrible the camera on OnePlus is better the outer screen is better speakers are better and looks better that's just my opinion I used to love the z folds but there so far behind Xiaomi vivo oppo/OnePlus in the folding department better battery life the z folds are shockingly bad slow charging on the galaxy I can't have a 1800 quid phone that takes an hour to charge terrible OnePlus open 25 mins fully charged same as Xiaomi vivo oppo phones shower shave and shit the phone is charged 😂

[@JamaltlLee]

I respect your opinion. The only thing I would speak against is when you say it's "leaps and bounds ahead." A lot of the stuff you listed are subjective preferences. Each phone has its pros and cons, I don't think one absolutely and objectively destroys the other.

[@WMGarbageKing]

Come on. We all know the open is much better overall

[@JamaltlLee]

Come on. We all know everyone has preferences and likes different things. I personally don't see how the oneplus Open is much better overall.

[@DRcatscratch]

@@JamaltlLee better cameras, better hardware, no crease, faster charging + better battery. Z fold only really has the software going for it, which isn't much. As you said it was down to your own personal preference. For most people I feel like they'd rather want something with better hardware and the Open wins in that category.

[@Mrtrojano]

The big crease on Fold 5 is horrible

[@potatorigs2155]

The crease always looks worse on video. Also, the more you use the phone the worse it gets.

[@tytownsend8219]

After awhile you barely notice the crease, unless you're looking for it.

[@Sacredn]

I agree, I bought and returned the Z fold 5 because of the annoying crease and because it started to perform badly when using Facebook. Maybe I had a dud, but I glad I returned it.

[@user-mo5nk3tx8k]

Samsung trash rehash

[@JamaltlLee]

Samsung trash rehash smash crash flash always making cash

[@Mr740624]

Samsung Fanboy🙄

[@JamaltlLee]

Not really lol

[@edwinramos4910]

That's BS. Name one thing that he said that wasn't true.....and keep your opinions to yourself..I'm only interested in objective facts. The truth is that there are very few things that the Open does "better" than the Fold 5, and out of those, only one matters to most people...the width of the outer display. But, there's a cost to that wider outer display...which the so called "Samsung Fanboy" didn't bother to mention. As a direct result of having that wider outer display, the Open has an inner display aspect ratio of 1.08:1. It's basically a square....which is the absolute worse shape that a display can have. Objectively (and it's probably also safe to say subjectively for most), a square screen isn't ideal for any type of content. One of the intended benefits of having a folding phone with a larger inner display is the more immersive video watching experience, but a square shaped screen almost completely eliminates that benefit. if there are people that care so much more about the folded outer screen experience that they're ok with compromising the unfolded inner screen experience, then I would suggest that they save their money and buy one of the excellent non folding flagship phone's currently on the market.