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

[@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 😂😋🙃

[@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

[@dannywinget]

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

[@zallandkasi7366]

yo danny's here

[@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.

[@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.

[@nate3557]

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

[@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?

[@jasonrodriguez2963]

0:26 what a beautiful yet simple intro

[@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

[@Karan-Aujla]

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

[@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]

+

[@hiimapop7755]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@nattybynature1262]

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

[@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

[@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!*

[@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)

[@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.

[@fadiabdi7103]

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

[@Danny.._]

really impressed with that wedge shape and the way it folds

[@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.

[@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

[@Chemy.]

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

[@1023Seph]

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

[@starparticles6250]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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! 👍

[@theigpugamer]

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

[@Vlican]

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

[@adds5361]

Looking forward to the outcome of the Fold 2. As always another great episode. Thanks Mr Mobile.

[@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.

[@ericminerv]

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

[@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. :)

[@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!

[@RealLifeTech187]

Please continue this series. It's awesome and just saved me a lot of money as I like to buy flagships and use them extensively for an enthusiast (4 years) and settled on the foldable route for my next purchase but seeing how these phones can't really last even one year I guess I have to wait longer since yearly upgrades aren't my thing for environmental reasons.

[@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.

[@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...

[@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.

[@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.

[@Obssy]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@emmabentley7945]

Watching on my Z fold 2 ♥️

[@mjaerkens]

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

[@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.

[@mustakimkamaruzaman9715]

The price for this Huawei Mate X2 in my country RM16,000 = USD$3800...So expensive with no Google play..🤣🤣🤣

[@AnkiV99onZX10R]

Love you videos and your editing is just next level... I own a Galaxy Z flip and now i m worried 🤕

[@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

[@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.

[@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...

[@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...

[@Oldieeeee]

You are one of the few youtubers I give a like before the video even starts! 😂

[@cristiancontreras493]

I gotta say that I love Mr Mobile! Thanks for this and all the extraordinary reviews in your channel... 👍

[@CEKROM]

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

[@mikewoollard667]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@adityamallik4915]

The contraband folder is amazing

[@hellrider7s922]

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

[@fatproduce]

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

[@geraldl1401]

Awesome vid and review!👍👍👍

[@mr_geekchic2899]

I still have the Fold ONE from launch & still love it and have no had issues 😊

[@ThierryTiramisu]

3:00 that price. Ouch!

[@bamb0ostick]

High voice: TGH!

[@gautamsaharan2397]

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

[@kaibeanss]

Love the Jibo in the background

[@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

[@canad-ian]

Great video. I often get laughed at by my younger brother when I tell him I want a foldable device but despite the issues that could arise compared to a regular phone, I'm still very interested in one.

[@daveyadict_]

I love the Into the Fold series. Thank you

[@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!

[@sirnikolas]

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

[@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).

[@PeterHerget]

That was a... WONDERFUL video - great presentation & audio as you usually share. Thank you Michael for the insightful review. Glad I passed on the Samsung Fold 2 😎

[@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.

[@monsterinfamous6267]

Thanks you very much for this video😀! I will wait a little longer before getting a foldable smartphone 😀.

[@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.

[@Saml3838]

Thank you for talking about the long term usage experience

[@valiojekov]

Great video as always, Michael! 🙏 I like the approach you have.

[@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 👍

[@JD86Vintage]

My Z flip did that unexpectedly! Was working perfectly for a year... Then one morning I woke up with a dead pixel. Hadn't dropped it or abused it. When I folded it shut, I heard distinct cracking noises. Opened it back up and a line of cracks across the middle. FML. A brand new one actually wound up to be cheaper than a replacement screen.

[@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

[@Glun258]

Lovely stuff as always! I'd love to hear more about the clamshells!

[@AnnoyingAshleyTV]

the best tech reviewer bar none. GG Mr Fisher keep it up man

[@HopperDragon]

I had identical cracks on my fold 2, but I had previously replaced the interior screen protecor so I assumed that was the cause. I removed the protector and learned that the "cracks" were only in the protector. I wonder if you didn't want to remove the factory installed protector and thus didn't learn the same thing I did.

[@Riel93]

Cannot wait for your reviews of the upcoming Sony mark iii phones when they are released!

[@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.

[@graysonsmith7031]

This is getting interesting, aside from no wireless charging, I think I'd choose this over the current fold. I would even feel that it's a no compromise phone. The slanted design is great, I personally am fine with only the cam on the outside to keep an uninterrupted screen on the inside (although it seems like the next fold is getting an under the display cam). I haven't been this excited about phones since my S9+ (which I still use)!

[@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.

[@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.

[@gabrielleraul]

love your videos man... you're the best.

[@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.

[@ujaku_]

Niiiiice, I've been looking forward to your coverage on this one.