The "Affordable" Folding Phone! // Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 Review

[@nickthaskater]

9:00 yes, and *video* on the inner display UDC on the Z Fold looks absolutely fine on video calls. Rather than showing a selfie photo, show a video call. Much better representation of the intended purpose.

[@MarcYeoTechReview]

I have the Honor Magic V3 for almost 3 weeks now. Really enjoy using it. As a normal phone but also a 7.9 inch tablet. Perfect 👍👍

[@alvinamana1459]

Ive been seeing that phone alot and for some odd reason I suddenly want a foldable phone that phone looks like a work of art

[@dannywinget]

I wish I got this version! It is so much better than the green version I got 😢

[@MatthewMoniz]

It's just a colour!

[@MatthewMoniz]

You can have my blue one

[@Emeraldgamesharksify]

People keep thinking the screen is not durable . If you own a foldable like me the biggest problem is not the screen but the Flex cable. It only takes 1 to 2yrs for the flex to break and phone starts to loose wifi, bluetooth, display, speaker sound and the only way to repair is to replace the entire frame and inner screen because its an assembly

[@shaunigothictv1003]

Excellent review Matthew.

[@MatthewMoniz]

Thank you!

[@ybbb19]

If you please💥💥💥💥💥💥, my question to you is, does it accept the installation of an external launcher like Launcher Nova that I have Honor in 2 and his problem is that he does not accept the installation of a launcher I mean he installs it but what makes it for the basic publication is the techno the same problem please reply

[@盾神京矢]

The selfie video is super shaky.

[@oseboodigie8406]

I never thought I'd see the day when reviewers like my man Matt would review a tecno

[@MatthewMoniz]

I thought I'd give it a shot. So far the interest in the phone is quite low

[@dangcucu]

Thanks the apple event, i grabbed the fols 6 with 512 gb for 1159.99 with military discount though they offered a range of discounts for first responders etc. Based on color selection so i got the gray version. Still pricy yet iphone pro max starts at 1100 so why not. Just FYI fold 6 is currently affordable in their website. got the flip 5 w 512gb for 599.99 ✌️

[@MatthewMoniz]

Nice, let me know how you like. The rule for Samsung is never buy their phones when they first come out. They are notorious for discounting their phones hard. I'm glad you're taking advantage of it.

[@BruceLeeRoy26]

lol I like how you don’t add the trade in deal for the iPhone, take $650 off the price of the iPhone to make it fair. That’s $550 for the iPhone, so $600 less than the Fold 6, so not much of deal. No one pays full price for a phone.

[@KillerCEOZ]

Had a foldable but never had an issue with the inner screen.

[@Arturito2017]

Nice to see the tech getting more affordable

[@Allalos-s2l]

900$ is not actually affordable I seen the price of the Tecno phantom v fold 2

[@mia_foni]

If it is not difficult, could you check if there is an option to disable floating windows? (the three dots)

[@prootaku5863]

Bro I have a question Why don't companies gives a high megapixel ultra wide camera and main camera is used by cropping it... iPhone 15 uses lossless zoom Something like that

[@emmanuelolumoroti4378]

Nice review, Matt! $1099 is pricey, Tecno needs to step up their game.

[@MatthewMoniz]

Thanks! Ya its cheaper than the competition but its still pricey for a lot of people

[@SelekeV.Kelleh]

I love love this phone, how can we get it Liberia, I need one now

[@munkbok]

buy a second hand foldable it will be cheaper

[@sfh2110]

Is there any chance you'll review the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro? You got pretty much all foldables on the market except that one 🤷‍♂️

[@MatthewMoniz]

@@sfh2110 I'll see if I can get one in! Id like to

[@sfh2110]

@@MatthewMoniz Your reviews are the ones I trust! Detailed and to the point! Keep it up brother!

[@Arturito2017]

People saying the inside screens are fragile have clearly never used one daily lol.

[@geneshock4729]

I live in a country where Tecno is a major phone brand. Just letting y'all know, they have the worst track record when it comes to updates

[@MatthewMoniz]

Thats what I've read, which makes it tough to recommend a phone like this at $1099

[@musik4u343]

Are you able to put a link to this phone. Because when I try to find it all I find is a ultimate version 2 that has a different camera setup

[@rustymixer2886]

5:59 I see no lag or micro lag on this mediatek phone

[@v000000000000v]

fold 6 is $950 with student or employee discount rn

[@PrinceMalachi7]

So this is a budget folding phone. Heres the thing. About a year ago I got a Galaxy fold 3 off Amazon renewed for $430 dollars. And it works like new. So better processor, better camera, at more than half the price. 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@petertang5]

Off topic of the video. But which is the better phone all round, standard s24 exynos Vs honor magic 5 pro ?? Open to everyone

[@munkbok]

someone needs to make a foldable with no outer screen

[@israellewis5484]

Phantom V Fold 2 to my eye looks better with 1080p30 video on the left at 3:55 till 4:06 compared to the pixel fold

[@MatthewMoniz]

LOL i know right! Definitely a lot shakier though

[@redstang70]

The blue looks was better then that camo color

[@SelekeV.Kelleh]

Please look at the price, it is hard in Liberia, I need one now ,

[@myeo5205]

Where to buy the techno v fold 2 global version

[@zxcxz]

Ah, shame. Assumed this was an actual "affordable" foldable.

[@yensteel]

Older foldables like the Honor Magic V2 may be an alternative. This phone is definitely cheaper at launch at least.

[@dondewan]

Older folds from 1-2+ years ago are basically half off now

[@MatthewMoniz]

if it was affordable id leave the quotations out. Its technically more affordable then whats available in 2024 but it being $1099 its not an affordable price point for many

[@sydguitar99]

I mean it affordable compared to the competition. It's like an affordable Sportscar is still going to be expensive

[@redstang70]

What? $1100 is dirt cheap for a fold

[@ikeruekenemichael6666]

Speed test of both please

[@vernonleewarren280]

You should pick up the Vivo X-Fold 3 pro

[@MatthewMoniz]

I need to get one in. You're like th 10th person to say to check it out

[@lancergt1000]

Is the pen included in the packaging?

[@MatthewMoniz]

No it's sold separately

[@kb8582]

I wish that I could put 5 foldables on my table

[@zeecreations10]

thanks dude❤

[@MatthewMoniz]

No problem 👍

[@bad65dad]

The front video is not good the Pixel 9 Pro Fold way better. Plus is worth it being cheap durability and updates are not worth taking that chance.

[@xali2008]

$1099 is not Affordable for a phone with below average camera and only two two-year software updates! They did even use Dimensity 9200. You can get Honor Magic V2 in the same price range with better specs and software support. I would buy this phone if it was $700-$750

[@MatthewMoniz]

That’s why affordable is in quotations. It’s more affordable than any other folding phone from 2024 but $1099 is not an affordable price point.

[@JulienWestfield]

Wait, Matthew, are you able to write and draw with BOTH hands?

[@MatthewMoniz]

Haha no I wish. I did sort of imply I could in the video but I'm a lefty

[@fighteden]

no matter how affordable they are, the plastic screen is just not meant for longevity and they are just too fragile.

[@jd2161]

... 200,000 folds is plenty. You sound like you've never owned a foldable

[@xiondFirst]

They're getting better, give it few more years.

[@fighteden]

@jd2161 the folding mechanism is not the concerns here, it is the plastic screen. They are just not durable no matter what.

[@sikk47-21]

​@@fighteden bro wtf you never used one

[@fighteden]

@sikk47-21 i don't need to "use one" to know plastic screen is fragile af.. just like i don't need to be hit by a bullet to know it is painful.

[@Uthur]

US available?

[@MatthewMoniz]

No it won't be sold in North America

[@jesuscervantesj82]

​@MatthewMoniz who the hell in the united states of america or any country in the americas would want this slow working garbage, that's only gonna offer you 2 years. Of Android software and then nothing most people, if you understand keep their phones longer so no, even at the price point that makes it more affordable. Then my Z Fold 6I am not gonna? Why this cramp, if it was sold in the united states

[@NyteStalker89]

If it isn't made by apple, google, samsung or one plus, it won't be commercially sold in the US and will require importing

[@sonuniigam]

Hp omnibook ultra flip 14 review please

[@MatthewMoniz]

I will be reviewing it but units are not ready yet

[@Realplayman17]

They should have used a dimensity 9200 or 9300 tecno deosn't use snapdragon

[@Therealcal-SA]

It's its on snapdragon cpu than I can add it on my list

[@freddywayne]

Vivo X Fold3 Pro is the best foldable phone right now.

[@MatthewMoniz]

I need to get my hands on one

[@FLORIDIANMILLIONAIRE]

I want an affordable tri folding phone

[@sageakporherhe783]

So, not a phone for a long term power user.

[@amrsalem7143]

Tx Matt

[@MatthewMoniz]

You're welcome!

[@andrewmutavi590]

The find N was cheaper than that n if bet my buck more durable that that techno

[@sesanrotimi8923]

Give me the Tecno fold after the review

[@robertadam7080]

The fold is not x8

[@crimestoriesinnepali8997]

my first foldiing phone was phantom v fold, very fun and lots of features but the battery they claim was no where near, it drained like anything, plus this phone overheats like anything ( you forgot to mention this). After about 5-6 months of us the front screen went blank all of a sudden. I live in the UK and there was no support. I am onl exited about their tri fold phone. there is another cheaper option vivo x fold 3

[@MatthewMoniz]

I have a whole section where I talk about the phone getting hot lol . I dont forget to mention it, you forgot to watch it :P

[@danishpandey3986]

The Tecno Phantom V Fold 2 is a game changer with that Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ chipset!

[@farrukhmalik932]

Comparing samsung z fold6 with techno!!!! Comparing price!!! What a joke man...

[@sonuniigam]

Phantom has better mics

[@MatthewMoniz]

They sound louder but the mics on the Google fold completely cleaned up the audio and blocked out background noise

[@Burnerwills]

​@@MatthewMonizThat's right

[@MrNick99]

It's about as fast as a galaxy S 21 ultra exynos

[@MatthewMoniz]

Ya that seems about right

[@markaznar1979]

Stop worrying on how the phone’s performance might end up 2 to 3 years down the road….. it would have been broken already by then 🤣

[@GoldenNada]

Right rofl. I think a lot of reviewers forget how hard people are on phones lol most foldables are just too frail.

[@travellingmac2177]

Why disappointed with 2x zoom? I think it's more useful than 5x zoom.

[@WaleedOmran80]

Tecno company is in a clear and wonderful development

[@Thereal_Trailerzone]

Who can get it for me I will love to have it

[@ShinyJay]

Forget about the updates... You ain't getting it 😂

[@MatthewMoniz]

Its possible lol

[@wt1272]

American Consumerism man🤣🤣 $1099? Affordable 😂 Delusional

[@MatthewMoniz]

Orrrrr you don't know what quotes around "affordable" means 😅

[@zeecreations10]

waste of money

[@necasb]

10+

[@HarveyDevilliers]

This Tecno phantom V fold 2 is much better than the first one Tecno phantom V fold

[@bigdaddy3838]

1st min !!

[@maggsvamp]

it's not affordable.

[@MatthewMoniz]

That's why it's in quotes....

[@thisme2911]

Phantom is trash ! Google fold is the best !

[@junior-OG]

Google fold is trash ! oneplus open or honor magic v3 is the best !

[@MatthewMoniz]

Z fold 6 is trash!!! Nokia 3310 or blackberry bold!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jesuscervantesj82]

​@junior-OG oh really? I know they're all chinese brands, but have you seen the huawei mate XT yeah, that'll s*** all over the phones you just mentioned

[@junior-OG]

@@jesuscervantesj82 yeah i know but can you buy it outside of china ?

[@Andy-tp9nv]

Meanwhile Jerryrig just crash google fold into half even other foldable have strong mechanism not like google fold, check his video 😂

[@geneshock4729]

I live in a country where Tecno is a major phone brand. Just letting y'all know, they have the worst track record when it comes to updates

[@HuntaKiller91]

For this brand and a rebrand d9000😂 I expected it to be $500-600 max

[@WhySoSeri0us-_-]

Yeah there first fold didn't get any updates.

[@HapiHippo88]

I live in a country where Tecno is a major phone brand. Just letting y'all know, they have the worst track record when it comes to updates