vivo X Fold 3 Pro | First Impressions | Your Questions Answered!

[@LinuxAndroid86]

Can u use nova launcher on chinese version

[@sanparuzu]

@@LinuxAndroid86yes you can

[@MrLogxD]

Do you have problems with the inner screen or the protective film?

[@GadgetGoddess]

@@MrLogxD No I have always layered my protectors… unless it’s a Samsung or Motorola a device, I replace those completely. Doesn’t damage the phone or cause the device to be non-responsive. Thanks for the question.

[@mohammadansaryzade4539]

ممنون از کدام یک از قلم های انروید میشه استفاده کرد؟

[@GadgetGoddess]

Just vivo Sans and a Chinese font are in the phone. Other Chinese fonts can be downloaded.

[@BigBoss-mq2mu]

Hi there I just wanted to ask is there any solutions to load Android auto onto this new vivo xfold3 pro.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Not that I know of at this time.

[@BigBoss-mq2mu]

@@GadgetGoddess Thanks hope vivo will Put in there updates

[@GadgetGoddess]

@BigBoss-mq2mu if you get the global you will probably have it. The Chinese variant has no reason to.

[@BigBoss-mq2mu]

@@GadgetGoddess Hi again I got the China ROM one which was much much cheaper for me I saved around 400 euro global one is much more expensive. Love the phone just it's a shame about the Android auto I was reading that vivo may also add AA I to there china roms in the near future.

[@GadgetGoddess]

@BigBoss-mq2mu I wish I had android auto but I don't so I'm not missing anything LOL

[@hectordiaz25]

How long does giztop takes to USA? Thanks in advanced

[@GadgetGoddess]

Depends on where you live. Wondamobile I had the phone in 2 days giztop was just as fast at one point… now a week or less.

[@hectordiaz25]

Thanks for the quick response! New Jersey by the chance

[@hectordiaz25]

And did you pay any customs fees once they ship the phone?

[@GadgetGoddess]

@@hectordiaz25 I am in NC sorry

[@hectordiaz25]

Btw: I had the oneplus open and was considering on buying the x fold 3 pro, but opt to get the vivo x100 ultra, I feel like I'll have more cases, better camera and better battery also. I'll give a chance to fordables again next year 😅

[@JoJotheTechie]

Nice collection of foldables you got there, and the Vivo looks so good. Thanks for answering all the questions. Definitely dispels some of the misconceptions about imports.

[@GadgetGoddess]

I do my best. Thanks for watching sorry KZbin held me hostage at 360p even though it was upload Tuesday night. #Fantastic5

[@joshslaw2203]

You think it's worth upgrading to the x fold 3 pro from the OnePlus open here in the US? I have a Samsung s24 ultra that I have my main sim in and use mainly because of the camera. My open I use as a complimentary device at the moment and use my mobile hotspot to give data to the OnePlus open.

[@GadgetGoddess]

So you like the Samsung camera over the OpenPlus?

[@joshslaw2203]

@@GadgetGoddess yeah I feel like it takes better pictures. That's why I have it to go with my OnePlus open

[@joshslaw2203]

@@GadgetGoddess the vivo looks intriguing to replace my OnePlus open

[@GadgetGoddess]

Yeah but I don't care for Samsung cameras over the Open so you might feel the same about the vivo. You might like the Open cameras over the vivo.

[@joshslaw2203]

@@GadgetGoddess obviously everything is subjective. I've heard really great things about Vivo's cameras and image processing. Regardless I like carrying around 2 phones now a foldable and traditional candybar phone.

[@fe0g]

How do you update android security update? I'm stuck on march 2024

[@GadgetGoddess]

That's the latest I've had updates but none have been the security patch.

[@GadgetGoddess]

FYI got updated to April this morning.

[@fe0g]

@@GadgetGoddess strange , not for me. Did you go to system management& upgrade > system update?

[@GadgetGoddess]

@@fe0g It did an automatic update for me.

[@sanparuzu]

To fix the launcher issue you need to go into settings - security - more security settings and replce the system launcher. And stop it from swapping back. But what are your speeds with T-Mobile? I get 15ish but wanna see if mint is any better That will keep the home screen

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for the info! I haven't done a dedicated speed test. I never really do. I am not really in one area all the time besides home. My job has 2 locations and both are a bit of a commute. As long as I don't notice a difference in my service I'm a happy camper. Considering my last 2 phones were global devices and I haven't complained things are good in NC / SC for me. Location makes it or breaks it for most people. I sent an oppo to a friend in St Louis and he couldn't get 5g and I had no issue. Would mint be different they use T-Mobile towers and are now officially owned by T-Mobile now. I have both.

[@LinuxAndroid86]

So for sure you can use third party launchers?

[@GadgetGoddess]

I never used a 3rd party launcher after trying it here. I prefer the defaults on my devices. I would try what the person above said to make it stick. I know you can download them. There is a work around for android auto now as well for vivo devices.

[@sanparuzu]

@@LinuxAndroid86 yeah just tick that option I listed above IDK if you have to have a vivo account but it's easy to set one up

[@LinuxAndroid86]

@@sanparuzu I wanna buy this phone . The Chinese is cheaper. Global is more expensive

[@cardie2001]

What app are you using to make your screen saver custom like that

[@GadgetGoddess]

The wallpaper is my logo for my channel and I did not use an application to make that I purchased it years ago when I started youtube. The app on my phone to use a video for wallpaper is called video live wallpaper.

[@genocequa]

I'm watching this from my VIVO X FOLD PLUS. X FOLD 3 PRO 16GIG 1TB IN WHITE ON DECK

[@GadgetGoddess]

Niiiiiiice

[@tallierik888]

Hi . can you please do one favour owners of vivo x fold 3 or pro. I recently received pro version but I noticed when I'm using camera and zooming etc some buzzing sound coming from inner unfold screen and back of camera module.it's noticeable only in quite place or if you have near by ear so if you have same.if no I will turn back.thanks

[@GadgetGoddess]

Just tested this out on my model and I don't get a buzzing sound. Sorry you are experiencing this. If you bought it locally I would return or exchange this phone.

[@tallierik888]

Hi.im sending back to wondamobile. I sent them video of that sound.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Glad you got it worked out. Hopefully you get a replacement quick

[@BarryJohnson]

Another great Q and A! Thanks for taking the time to do them.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for watching sorry KZbin held me hostage at 360p even though it was upload Tuesday night. #Fantastic5

[@GadgetGoddess]

Sorry my members got the 360p treatment... lets hope it improves for the premiere

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

I will usually rotate between the stock launcher and Nova. If it's a pixel, maybe it's a 50/50 split. On LG or Samsung I will use Nova or Niagara or something. Probably 80% of the time. I can't stand horizontal app drawers. I'm using oxygen OS for the first time and honestly I'm a little disappointed. You can't remove the Google discover feed without disabling the app. There's no landscape mode on the home screen. Some widgets are not available for some reason like shortcut maker. But the biggest thing for me is customizable gestures. I want to be able to double tap to prompt my remote control or a voice note or something etc...

[@GadgetGoddess]

Stock launcher all day long! I would think you would LOVE Nova if you like your phones to work for you. Nova can't fix your Oxygen issue?

[@sx200paul]

Great review. thanks. can you confirm your Xiaomi watch s3 works with the vivo. i have a Xiaomi global watch 3 pro (esim)..that doesn't work with my vivo Xfold 1, because of the Wear os won't work on vivo Chinese rom. also..is your Xiaomi watch s3 esim model? thanks

[@GadgetGoddess]

I stated it in the video. My Xiaomi and my Huawei watches work fine. It is the ESim limited edition but ESim does not work for me in the US.

[@SavageScientist]

The alerts scheme seems great one thing i hate is worthless alerts cluttering my notification bar

[@GadgetGoddess]

Same I want what I want not everything. Thanks for watching

[@MuneebAbdul-Muhaymin]

Can you use a stylus?

[@GadgetGoddess]

You can use a stylus on all phones that have Bluetooth (including the iPhone). There are tons on Amazon for reasonable prices. Does Vivo make one specifically for this device? No

[@RaviSharma-hk3es]

How much battery back up give vivo fold 3 pro as compare to regular phone

[@GadgetGoddess]

I'm not sure I understand the question. Battery backup? Regular phone?

[@akshaypatel1751]

Google pay work in vivo fold 3 pro (like NFC )

[@GadgetGoddess]

There is a global variant now and I’m sure it will work there. I don’t use nfc so I can’t answer that question for you.

[@abiolacomputing]

I got this phone and its amazing, very strange to hold compare to my galaxy z fold 3, as it very slim, I felt like it might break anytime soon due to the bulkiness that I am used to in galaxy z fold 3. The cameral and lots of features are amazing. Google pay works if only you use mastercard debit card to set it up. My mastercard work with it but when I wanted to setup my visa debit card it didn't work. Any visa will not work. Samsung watch wearable OS will not work with it. The pictures taken with the camera are amazing even in the dark. When making video in front facing camera its great even when you move. Unfortunately when making video with the back camera on motion it doesn't look good as such. I think software update might fix this. Overall superb. I hardly open it because the phone is easy to use without opening it. It has all the features that I need. I setup do not disturb mode in the phone and it allows me to add people incase of emergency. That call will be given priority over do not disturb, Any other calls will be silent, this is good when im sleeping but still want to keep my hear open if I have emergency call. The screen is big when playing game its amazing. Not sure maybe is the setting when watching video on facebook and want to slide it to fast forward, I struggle to get the slidder not other visible making it difficult for me to fast-forward. I have 2 phones before but now I need to ditch both phones out for this. Amazing phone, even with the little glitch I still love it. My 1tb storage is crazy.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for watching and your own personal review. 👍🏽

[@havk1438]

Does it have dc dimming

[@hector9960]

Thanks for another video and did I hear you say they plan on making it global? I haven't heard that yet but I'm all for it if they do.

[@GadgetGoddess]

It is a rumor… I hope they do but we will see…

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for watching

[@hector9960]

​@@GadgetGoddessJust ordered my Vivo X Fold 3 Pro in white using your link! I can't wait!

[@genocequa]

Smart Launcher will stick if you sign up for the VIVO ID & then go to settings to set it up. I got Android Auto to finally work. It's tricky but it works & nope it's not going Global. Sorry. Samsung watch will work but it's tricky

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for the info will plug you in my next video with that info.

[@genocequa]

@@GadgetGoddess 😇

[@GadgetGoddess]

@@genocequa They gave me a little discount for the inconvience… It is fine I will have a case on it. I never see the pretty purple on the honor.

[@SavageTechAustralia]

Hey mate, I'm interested to know how you managed to get android auto to Work? I would like AA to work and google wallet and google maps timeline. Any help would be appreciated

[@genocequa]

​@@SavageTechAustraliaGoogle Maps and Wallet worked for me instantly. I installed them, put in my credentials and they worked it Android Auto took some time to get it to recognize my car and phone. A buddy of mine that knows phones did something in my phone settings and it started working. At times it can be phenicky but it works

[@daouei]

Hi from France 👋 I've Just discovered your channel not long ago and I love the way you're doing your work here... Bravo 👏 really pleasant to watch your video 💪 I do have a question though 😅 🙏 Does the flipping thing from the case have scratched the edge of the outer screen?!? Since you have changed the film protector I was wondering if it does the same scratches than on the original film protector? Thks for your answer 🤗 Great job again!

[@GadgetGoddess]

Hi thanks for watching. I am not sure I understand what you mean? None of my foldables scratch my screens.

[@daouei]

The case flipping that protects the foldable part of the phone and comes a bit over the outer screen. My friend's X Fold 3 pro is scratched cause of it... Are u using the original case provided in the Vivo box? Didn't u face this problem as well?!? 🤔

[@baichuanren885]

@@daouei Unfortunately, the hinge cover of the official case does scratched the outer SP (screen protecter), It's a known issue. In China, vivo provides replacment case and new film SP for free. But I doubt that will happen in France, cause there's no global launch😥 You can change the SP film by youself though, or use glass SP. Or buy a third-party case, I use a carbon fiber case myself, it's lighter and doesn't scratches the SP.

[@daouei]

Thks for understanding what I was talking about, and for your respond as well 😉👍

[@GadgetGoddess]

​@@daoueiI use a carbon fiber case never used the one in the box after I got it. I did a video on that as well.

[@Stillway2006]

Great video as always GG! Question....do you think the Vivo X Fold Pro will come to the US? I have Verizon and you know my options are limited. I would get the OnePlus but I do utilize wireless charging quite a bit.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Not sure it is a rumor but they rumor they are coming every year. With the fast charging these foldables have now you don't need wireless charging sir. Furthermore you should get 2 days out of these newer folds EASY!

[@pimpnameslickback1049]

Can you do a review on the Ulefone armor 23 and 24?

[@GadgetGoddess]

I buy and review foldables for the most part. Sorry these phones will not appear on my channel. Thanks for watching

[@rice1985]

Hey, do you know if this device is capable of doing a desktop mode similar to Samsung’s DEX, or is it just mirroring the device when connected to a TV etc. Great video 👍 Keep up the good work! I’m planning on getting this phone too. How much did you pay if you don’t mind me asking?

[@TornadoBarrage]

The more I hear people say their Open has great battery life the more I think my Open is a dud, With my Magic V2 I charge it every other day, with the Open its every half a day, also my Open doesn't charge fast

[@GadgetGoddess]

Yes you may have a dud I still have my open sold my V2 and it still functions like day one. My brother just picked up an open as well. Something is draining your battery I've never charged it daily. The lack of quick charge is odd too. How long you had it?

[@carriebeary8]

@@TornadoBarrage my open is also not the best battery life. It is decent but my iphone 15 pro max was better

[@Hollaturboi]

Ayyye dope Q & A. Let me hold something lol. Preciate ur hands on experience

[@GadgetGoddess]

Shiiiiid let me hold something lol Thanks for watching sorry KZbin held me hostage at 360p even though it was upload Tuesday night. #Fantastic5

[@Colinwong27]

Great Q&A as usual.. i also have the x fold 3 pro. Can i ask if there's anything extra to do to get Google message app to work? Saw the app on your home screen. Cos i can send messages out but cant receive the responses. Again, thanks for your efforts!

[@GadgetGoddess]

I didn't do anything special and didn't change anything just downloaded the app. Are you in the US?

[@Colinwong27]

@@GadgetGoddess No I'm not. In Singapore. Will try again. Thanks much. 😀

[@GadgetGoddess]

@Colinwong27 hope you can get it working. Did you try changing your location to the US.

[@FakeReal007]

Does WiFi calling work?

[@GadgetGoddess]

6:20

[@FakeReal007]

​@@GadgetGoddesswifi calling (when a place has no cellphone signal but has wifi, ie basements) didn't work on the Vivo X Fold 2 on T-Mobile, so they finally fixed that?

[@GadgetGoddess]

@@FakeReal007 was it an option on the device? Or did it just not work.

[@FakeReal007]

@@GadgetGoddess there was no such option at all (WiFi calling) on the Vivo X Fold 2

[@GadgetGoddess]

Well I am on WiFi calling when I have WiFi if I am at home or at work. I do have a phone signal as well and connections to 2 WiFi devices when home just 1 at work.

[@bobtay8847]

Awesome content, luv it! Quick question, does it support any AI? Just curious. tnx. keep it real.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Not that I know of

[@TornadoBarrage]

Ordered mine using your link

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for watching!

[@gibranduhe1212]

Hello I just found your channel I like that you give a preview of a lot of the premier Chinese phones. I've currently got a Samsung Z Fold 4 and a watch 6 classic. I'm generally happy with the phone but my one main gripe is the size of it particularly the outside screen it's just to narrow I want a folding phone that has the same dimensions as a regular phone when closed. From what I'm seeing online it doesn't look like Samsung is gonna widen the phone by much at all that's a deal breaker for me so I'll probably be leaving Samsung originally I was thinking either One Olus or Pixel fold. But after watching your channel along with some others I'm really intrigued with some of these Chinese phones in particular the Vivo X 3 Pro and now that it has the global rom I'm even more interested. As far as hardware goes it's killing Samsung its got everything I want wider screen, bigger battery, faster charge, thinner build, and better camera. I know software wise Samsung probably has it beat but that doesn't bother me to much. I just had a couple questions to ask you if you don't mind, I have some hesitations with buying a Chinese phone one being what type of support do you get. If the phone starts having problems or even worse breaks is there any type of warranty can I send back to them for another? My other concern is regarding trade in value, I like to upgrade my phones every two to three years and one of the nice things with Samsung is they are usually pretty genereous with the trade in value. Considering that these folding phones are expensive do the Chinese ones have any type of trade in value? It would get expensive to have to keep buying them full price every few years. I don't know if you keep all your phones but I have no need for my old one once I buy another so if I could get some type of cash value it helps. And lastly do the Chinese phones with the global rom work on wear os I know you mentioned you haven't had a Samsung watch in years so you may not know but I was considering buying the new Galaxy watch ultra that's coming out but if it won't work with the Vivo then there would be no point. I'm sorry this message is much longer than I intended I appreciate any advice you could provide and thanks for all the content your putting out.

[@GadgetGoddess]

If you leave Samsung you will be leaving the samsung perks of trade ins. I often sale my phones to buy new ones. Due to the supply demand of these phones not being sold in US I typically don't have a problems selling to friends or listing on eBay or swappa. To follow up on what you said about wear OS typically these phones don't play well with wear OS. I don't feel like I'm missing anything because every watch I use now gets at least a week of battery life some get 2 weeks. It will depend on your use case for your watch. I use mine for notifications, to take some calls and to know when to check my phone. I don't use a watch as a secondary phone I carry 2 phones. Warranties (which I've never used btw) usually come from the seller. I use giztop and wondamobile both typically give you a warranty.

[@AL-G67]

please get back to us in 6 months of daily use with this phone to let's know how it holds up if I'm paying over 1600.00 on a phone plus tax id want it to last with no issues

[@GadgetGoddess]

Will do... Right now I'm trying to figure out if I'm selling the open or the honor.

[@iZacq]

@@GadgetGoddess Im Samsung user since S2, thinking of getting Vivo Fold 3, seems like a good device Thinking of getting Vivo Fold 3 Pro, it seems real nice, but have a few Questions : Been using Fold 3, 4, & now 5, So wondering what all I will be missing out 1) Any App like GoodLock on Vivo 2) Can we just Lock the Front Screen to Potrait, like we can with GoodLock & keep Inside Screen to Auto 3) Can we choose any App to open up, when we connect to Bluetooth Headphones, GoodLock - Routines 4) Will Excel Sheets work just like on Samsung 5) Any issues opening Apps in Full Screen 6) Will we able to do a FREE Full Cloud Back like in Samsung ☆ 7) Can we download Themes & just Icons of Themes ? 8) Will we be able to change Back,Home,Multiple Icons like in NavStar in GoodLock 9) Will we able change Task Changer in SlimList, like we can with HomeUp in GoodLock 10) OneHand Operation & Routines features anything similar on Vivo Is there a Developer Mode in Vivo ? ▪︎ Waiting to see a Video on Vivo 50w Wireless Charging vs Wire charging of Galaxy S24 Ultra / Fold 5, that would be interesting ▪︎ Would like to see the Screen in Sunlight, comparing to other Foldables or Phones ▪︎ Need to see Battery Drain Test vs other Phones

[@daouei]

I got mine since end of May and I'm blown away. This fold is incredible!! It replaced my flagship candybar and it's gonna be tough to get back to one after my white Vivo x fold 3 pro under Origin OS. So glad I didn't wait for the Funtouch's 💯 💪

[@iZacq]

@@GadgetGoddess Please make a Basic comparison Video on z Fold vs Vivo x Fold 3 vs Open vs Honor

[@GadgetGoddess]

@@iZacq sorry can't compare phones I don't have. Thanks for watching.

[@daouei]

I did protect the outer screen and I wouldn't have down it on the inner one cause you're putting some weight on the protection film there is already... Anyway, nice video as always. Don't think you need the V2 anymore, go sell this one instead 😉

[@GadgetGoddess]

I add the matte protector not for extra protection but because of the finish that keeps you from having fingerprint residue. I sold the honor last month but thanks for the insight lol. Have a great weekend and thanks for watching.

[@daouei]

@@GadgetGoddess got it, and thks for your message 😊 Enjoy yours as well 🤗

[@GadgetGoddess]

No problem 😊

[@YouPeopleTech]

You went hard using the phone.... Pause!!! 😂Great video homie

[@GadgetGoddess]

I mean I was just being honest... I'm still going hard on it. Lol Thanks for watching Sir!

[@YouPeopleTech]

❤​@@GadgetGoddess

[@genocequa]

Thanks Gadget Goddess. Waiting on my White VIVO X FOLD 3 PRO

[@GadgetGoddess]

I am soooo jelly I ordered white got black

[@genocequa]

@@GadgetGoddess see if they'll switch it out because hey, you did order white

[@morm2173]

Its mind blowing people still don't realize Samsung, Vivo, Huawei, Xiaomi, Honor magic, Google , One Plus, and Red Magic are superior to IOS . Android changed my life years ago and once you have things like stylus support , multi tasking , open os , samsung TV , IR Blaster , wireless screen casting , foldable innovation, no limitations etc you cant live without them Now if Samsung is lazy w the z fold 6 , I will buy either one plus open 2, vivo fold 3 pro , or honor magic v2 porsche edition

[@GadgetGoddess]

You are far more loyal than I am after the Z Fold 3 I was done. Apple people like the same thing or similar they will remain over there.

[@ChinaCoachLeBlanc]

Google pay working?

[@GadgetGoddess]

7:35

[@KobraToldYa]

Even tho I’ve been a single slab user for some time now after selling my zFold 3, I always keep a look out for new folding devices. I’ll stay tuned in for more on your experience with this one. And I’m a stock ui kind of guy too. Launchers were a must back in the day but now I wanna see what the manufacturers bring to the table and it makes the feel different. Thanks

[@GadgetGoddess]

Thanks for sliding by sir. Vivo always seems to give a lil somethin somethin more on their folds. I know you will check out an import. We loved our Huawei's! I got another update this morning... I'll keep you posted for sure

[@abcdelicious4420]

Hey there, LOVE the video & I just bought the 1TB version. The phone is tremendous and I am REALLY DIGGING it right now. I am on Verizon and it runs on 4G, unfortunately I cant make/receive phone calls or send/receive text messages 😢 I even called Verizon and they asked me for my IMEI but unfortunately they can't find it. Fortunately I have a Honor Magic V2 as a back-up so I'm using that as my primary. KEEP up the GOOD WORK!!! 📱📱 🔥🔥🔥🔥 PS - I also had the Pixel Fold and while I liked the wider phone, like you said it was TOO HEAVY, so I am selling it now.

[@GadgetGoddess]

Pick up a mint sim for the low for 3 months so you can get the full experience. No commitment there get the lowest plan. I'm sure it's less than $50 for 3 months. I have 3 lines one is a mint and I've had it for 4 years.

[@DrYT75]

Did you finally get an explanation about the technical reason for issue on calls and SMS ? I suppose ther is a lack of a band of transmission ?

[@abcdelicious4420]

@@DrYT75 no idea, so right now I'm just using it as my back-up phone and using my Honor Magic V2 as my main 🤔🤔📱📱🤳🤳

[@abcdelicious4420]

@@DrYT75 it ran on a T-Mobile sim, so maybe it just doesn’t work on Verizon??? Not sure 🤔🧐

[@GadgetGoddess]

I now have a Verizon line and no of doesn't run on Verizon. My oppo devices do not nothing works when I put the SIM on the vivo. I still have a T-Mobile SIM and a mint mobile SIM as well and they work fine there.

[@BradleyLarcher]

You got questions. GG got answers

[@GadgetGoddess]

I try 😁 thanks for watching

[@HenG20]

Great overview! I'm in between this and the Honor Magic V3 rn. I love my Find N2, but I think it's time! Lol

[@GadgetGoddess]

I will never sell my Find N2 I love it so much. This is a great phone but I love the form factor of the Find N2 as well.

[@HenG20]

​@@GadgetGoddess I love it too! Just wish the Find N3 would have kept the size. I'm kinda looking for a lighter thinner phone, but you're probably right. I may hold on to N2 a bit longer 😊

[@YesNo-se7vl]

@@GadgetGoddess hi, does it work with AT&T?