this should have been the regular fold 6 in the first place. Just my thoughts. now I'm really rooting for Chinese phones because they don't charge an arm and a leg lol (except for huawei with their tri fold). 😁 😂
2800 usd for the world's first trifold is not too unreasonable I think. Especially considering that just two years ago their normal foldable was 2200 USD.
I'll be upgrading from the Fold 5 to Fold 7, hyped for the increased width and minimised bezels. But I'm definitely with you on the battery size, while the processor upgrades improve efficiency, they desperately need to take bigger steps forward and try to exceed the competition.
@@PSYCHOV3N0M Off course I've heard of and and subscribed to Michael Fisher aka Mr.Mobile 👍🖖, but I do think that watching a video by Flossy is just more entertaining😎
@@PSYCHOV3N0M production wise yes he does more and his videos cost more to make. But when it comes to personal opinion and camera comparison Ben is the KING.
Thanks for the review, Ben. Personally, I am not happy about the change in the aspect ratio. I prefer the size as-is, but I'll go see it before I write it off. My biggest gripe is the battery. As long as Samsung is still using lithium-ion, the increase, if any, will likely be 400mah of less, but I think those gains would rival the competitors with bigger capacities. The camera upgrades are marginal. The macro is welcome. The bokeh is better and there are slightly better details. I have not seen anything in the image processing that completely sets itself apart from the Z6.
Samsung was surprised by the pre-order sales of the Galaxy Fold 6. They expected a 10% increase in sales, but instead, sales declined by 10%. The reason for this is clear: while the aspect ratio of the front display may satisfy loyal Samsung fans, the market as a whole prefers a practical and user-friendly external display. Consumers do not want to be forced to open the device when spending $1,800 or more. In response to this feedback, Samsung introduced a new design, which has helped them recover their lost sales. It would be beneficial to offer both options, although I suspect that may not be cost-effective. Personally, I don't need an S Pen, but I do require a front display that is practical, unlike the Galaxy Fold 6. Furthermore, competitors are now performing better, and after using the Magic V2 for a year, I've found it to be significantly superior to my experience with the Galaxy Fold 4 in almost every way. I don’t need anything beyond split screen functionality, also the S Pen isn’t relevant for me.
Currently have the Z Fold 6 and OG Pixel Fold. I like them both but honestly if Samsung made a passport style Fold like the Pixel one that would be perfect imo. This will preserve the aspect ratio but in a different manner. I don't mind going back to a regular 16:9 cover screen. The long phones are getting out of hand, I'm talking to you Sony.
Thanks Ben for your usual great reviews. However, you have missed something about the ultrawide camera. It has actually been upgraded where it can allow in more light for low light shots, and it can now do macro shots.
Ben I was waiting for the review! W25 is so cool in design reminds me of my s23 Ultra. I just wish there was another with more colors and material that copied more from honor magic v2 porsche edition rsr and vivo fold 3 pro hardware like silicone carbon battery at 5200 to 5700 mah, 66 w charge stylus on both screens and even to stand out I wish they threw micro sd card in there. Otherwise in design it's brilliant if they do some more on hardware w the fold 7 and elite chip next year I will probably buy
I saw few people bought Mate XT in my country (surrently sold at $5000) which is crazy upsell 😂 Some people are really going hard with these foldable 😂
Samsung should have just released the Special Edition as the actual Fold 6. I imported a Vivo X Fold 3 Pro global version because they didn't make any substantial changes to the Fold 6. I would have gladly given my money to Samsung if the Fold 6 was this.
Hey Ben when are you going to review the Mate x6? I'm anxious to hear your thoughts. You and mister mobile are the one are trust the most when it comes to foldables.
Thank you for covering this device. The ObjectEraser is from Samsung, I am sure it is there. You don't access it through the missing AI button but through the Edit button. I don't like the SE. That visible Video Conference Camera is a no-go, missing S Pen is another one. And it is way too big. I hope the standard version will be kept in Z Fold 7.
Glad finally you review with this gorgeous phone.. planning to buy it, but i have little doubt, because it is a chinese rom.. i tried to get info about AI features from samsung china website, and it said all AI features same like Z fold 6... i wonder if those AI features works in hong kong ? understood samsung china website supposed for mainland users... looking forward if you have more information,, thanks
The fold space is surely getting interesting. I think when they convince more of the world to switch, we will get something really unique. I've even heard Apple also plans to get in the fold game.
Is it possible to you to compare this one with the Honor Magic v3? And I don't think this one to Poland. Should i get now a Honor V3 or wait for Fold 7?
Ben isn't the korean version more of a global one? Google installed, android Auto working and North American smart watches working? I know on chinese devices none of that happens
The Z Fold doesn't need the front screen wide Ed that much....a couple more millimeters and it will be perfect.... The candy ar size is In emeieve then Goldilocks size for most users....unless your hands are super big.
why they still not use 64mp selfie sensor, what is stopping them from doing that? It seems Samsung keeps giving us minor upgrades year after year (drop after drop style) while they can give us the SE design with a wider screen ratio from 6 years ago since the first fold. Chinese way ahead with: - fast charging of 120w. - battery of 6000mah - 7000mah - wider phones - more selife MP sensors I believe samsung doesn't care for their customer's demands, they care more for their pockets, getting fat from stealing us.
Samsung have fallen so far behind the rest of the foldable competition but that's because they make their money from Samsung Displays selling everyone foldable displays they have patented to the max. Samsung foldables can't be better than the competition, otherwise they are eating into their foldable display sales and replacing it with expensive phone sales.
More thermal throttling, no S Pen on the inside (let alone the outside), and no UDC is *not* worth saving a couple of millimeters. I hate the thinness war. Even Apple learned that was a pointless battle as they've gone back to thicker more functional devices. The outer display on the other Folds makes one-handed typing easy. The wider the device gets, it starts to become a two-handed device even when folded which is not something I'm interested in. As for the UDC, it works great for video calls. Having a clean, uninterrupted canvas on the non SE Folds is a great experience. Nobody is taking fashion selfies with the UDC - that's not the point of it. It's for video conferencing on the inner display, and for that it looks great. Having a giant black hole in the screen is a massive downgrade in UX. Give me the "regular" Fold 6 over this any day.
I hope Samsung reads this... Samsung fucked up and screwed its loyal fans and brought out a degenerate Z Fold 6 when they had the special edition in the works and released it. Samsung has become complacent and lazy instead of innovating, hence the failure of the Z Fold 6 and the savior of the Z Fold 6 Special Edition, but only in South Korea and China. There needs to be a shake-up in Samsung's telecommunications department. How is it that Chinese companies are coming out with far better-advanced foldables with high-end specs, bigger batteries, and less experience? Stop wasting our money and stop wasting your money Samsung. Do better for all of us.
Let's not forget Samsung also removed the digitizer which the Chinese phones didn't!! The fact that Samsung is basically ignoring its competition and the fact they are completely generationally leaping Samsung makes it obvious that Samsung needs a leadership Shake up. The lack of innovation at Samsung has caused major frustration on my end considering I own every Samsung Appliance as well as their phones.. Samsung has suddenly become about fourth tier compared to those Chinese phones and because of that I will be buying one of the Chinese devices moving forward and I'm hoping many Samsung users do the same in order to put massive pressure on Samsung.. either create a foldable phone with a normal size screen that's thin and has a Flagship camera or understand many of their customers will never come back
this should have been the regular fold 6 in the first place. Just my thoughts. now I'm really rooting for Chinese phones because they don't charge an arm and a leg lol (except for huawei with their tri fold). 😁 😂
No Pen Support? No thank you. Honor Magic V3 Supports Pen-Input on both Screens.
Huawei trifold probably cost the whole body tho
2800 usd for the world's first trifold is not too unreasonable I think. Especially considering that just two years ago their normal foldable was 2200 USD.
I'll be upgrading from the Fold 5 to Fold 7, hyped for the increased width and minimised bezels.
But I'm definitely with you on the battery size, while the processor upgrades improve efficiency, they desperately need to take bigger steps forward and try to exceed the competition.
Is this not what we've been asking for? Good that the Chinese phones pushed Samsung this hard
Yes indeed
You are a very balanced reviewer.
Great work.
Thank you!
Best reviewer of foldables on RUclips. Much love for your effort ❤
Along with the one & only... @Flossycarter 👍🖖🤘😎
Tell me you haven't heard of the foldable King Mr.Mobile without telling me you haven't heard of the foldable King Mr.Mobile.
🤣🤣🤣
@@Eivind.AFlossy Carter doesn't hold a candle to Mr.Mobile who's the true foldable King.
@@PSYCHOV3N0M Off course I've heard of and and subscribed to Michael Fisher aka Mr.Mobile 👍🖖, but I do think that watching a video by Flossy is just more entertaining😎
@@PSYCHOV3N0M production wise yes he does more and his videos cost more to make. But when it comes to personal opinion and camera comparison Ben is the KING.
Thanks for the review, Ben. Personally, I am not happy about the change in the aspect ratio. I prefer the size as-is, but I'll go see it before I write it off. My biggest gripe is the battery. As long as Samsung is still using lithium-ion, the increase, if any, will likely be 400mah of less, but I think those gains would rival the competitors with bigger capacities.
The camera upgrades are marginal. The macro is welcome. The bokeh is better and there are slightly better details. I have not seen anything in the image processing that completely sets itself apart from the Z6.
This is what Samsung should have released earlier on.
As usual thanks Ben for your Efforts. Amazing Review.❤
I don't know what it is but I really like watching your videos. I think it might be because I can tell you love tech. Great job.
Samsung was surprised by the pre-order sales of the Galaxy Fold 6. They expected a 10% increase in sales, but instead, sales declined by 10%. The reason for this is clear: while the aspect ratio of the front display may satisfy loyal Samsung fans, the market as a whole prefers a practical and user-friendly external display. Consumers do not want to be forced to open the device when spending $1,800 or more. In response to this feedback, Samsung introduced a new design, which has helped them recover their lost sales.
It would be beneficial to offer both options, although I suspect that may not be cost-effective. Personally, I don't need an S Pen, but I do require a front display that is practical, unlike the Galaxy Fold 6. Furthermore, competitors are now performing better, and after using the Magic V2 for a year, I've found it to be significantly superior to my experience with the Galaxy Fold 4 in almost every way. I don’t need anything beyond split screen functionality, also the S Pen isn’t relevant for me.
That just shows how stupid their staff are. Not knowing what customer demand is. People should be fired for that
Currently have the Z Fold 6 and OG Pixel Fold. I like them both but honestly if Samsung made a passport style Fold like the Pixel one that would be perfect imo. This will preserve the aspect ratio but in a different manner. I don't mind going back to a regular 16:9 cover screen. The long phones are getting out of hand, I'm talking to you Sony.
I gave up Samsung and has moved to Honor camp. I am very happy with Magic V3 and it supports stylus too on both inside and outside screens.
Hello. What stylus did you purchase? I tried the tab stylus it doesn't seem to do drawings accurately
Thanks Ben for your usual great reviews. However, you have missed something about the ultrawide camera. It has actually been upgraded where it can allow in more light for low light shots, and it can now do macro shots.
Thanks for giving us westerners a deeper look! Can't wait to see your thoughts on the new xreals
Ben I was waiting for the review! W25 is so cool in design reminds me of my s23 Ultra. I just wish there was another with more colors and material that copied more from honor magic v2 porsche edition rsr and vivo fold 3 pro hardware like silicone carbon battery at 5200 to 5700 mah, 66 w charge stylus on both screens and even to stand out I wish they threw micro sd card in there. Otherwise in design it's brilliant if they do some more on hardware w the fold 7 and elite chip next year I will probably buy
I saw few people bought Mate XT in my country (surrently sold at $5000) which is crazy upsell 😂
Some people are really going hard with these foldable 😂
Still need spen support or its a step backwards 🤦🏾🤦🏾
Samsung should have just released the Special Edition as the actual Fold 6. I imported a Vivo X Fold 3 Pro global version because they didn't make any substantial changes to the Fold 6. I would have gladly given my money to Samsung if the Fold 6 was this.
Is the main camera the same sensor as on the S24 Ultra?
Ben, what is the calendar or to do list app? Nice video as usual
Watching this video on my best fold Honor Magic V3😂😂
Hey Ben when are you going to review the Mate x6? I'm anxious to hear your thoughts. You and mister mobile are the one are trust the most when it comes to foldables.
Thank you for covering this device. The ObjectEraser is from Samsung, I am sure it is there. You don't access it through the missing AI button but through the Edit button.
I don't like the SE. That visible Video Conference Camera is a no-go, missing S Pen is another one. And it is way too big. I hope the standard version will be kept in Z Fold 7.
love to see foldable phone with the width of S2X Ultra or iPhone pro max width, maybe 7 inch outer with 8.8 inch inner screen.
What about the Huawei X6? When will you do a review?
Glad finally you review with this gorgeous phone.. planning to buy it, but i have little doubt, because it is a chinese rom.. i tried to get info about AI features from samsung china website, and it said all AI features same like Z fold 6... i wonder if those AI features works in hong kong ? understood samsung china website supposed for mainland users... looking forward if you have more information,, thanks
Excellent review
Great review
Nice Video, next Honor Magic 7 pro?
The fold space is surely getting interesting. I think when they convince more of the world to switch, we will get something really unique. I've even heard Apple also plans to get in the fold game.
Any idea on the price of the phone and where I can buy it
Is it possible to you to compare this one with the Honor Magic v3? And I don't think this one to Poland. Should i get now a Honor V3 or wait for Fold 7?
Get v4
How much does it cost in Hong Kong?
Royale Flexpai is the PIONEER of foldable phones
Your voice sounds different, new microphone?
Thanks for the video! What's PWM on this version? I'm super PWM sensistive.
Samsung has been on 240hz for years. Dont think that anything has changed.
480hz, same as the ZF6 and S24U.
@@theedcx where did you find anybody mentioning Special Edition's PWM?
@@Yuriy.Winnig Samsung isn’t exactly known for increasing PWM, and my uncle who owns a W25 compared it to my S24 Ultra, no difference in PWM
What about the zoom?
I have the folder5. It has a terrible sound system when connected to Bluetooth car or speaker. I am scared to upgrade
Ben isn't the korean version more of a global one? Google installed, android Auto working and North American smart watches working? I know on chinese devices none of that happens
Hopefully the fold7 has the spen inbuilt in the phone
Does it have sketch to image ai
I'm sure the Korean version has it but not the china version
The Z Fold doesn't need the front screen wide Ed that much....a couple more millimeters and it will be perfect....
The candy ar size is In emeieve then Goldilocks size for most users....unless your hands are super big.
Need front and inner screen S pen support
need under display camera back
and want the IR BLASTER back!
Thought you came here with a Mate 70 series
I do have a mate 70 Pro Plus. Video tomorrow
@bensgadgetreviews well been waiting for that Ben 👌
I want it!
why they still not use 64mp selfie sensor, what is stopping them from doing that?
It seems Samsung keeps giving us minor upgrades year after year (drop after drop style) while they can give us the SE design with a wider screen ratio from 6 years ago since the first fold.
Chinese way ahead with:
- fast charging of 120w.
- battery of 6000mah - 7000mah
- wider phones
- more selife MP sensors
I believe samsung doesn't care for their customer's demands, they care more for their pockets, getting fat from stealing us.
Still too thick when closed but the cover display looks so much better
The w series actually doesn't have galaxy branding
Samsung have fallen so far behind the rest of the foldable competition but that's because they make their money from Samsung Displays selling everyone foldable displays they have patented to the max. Samsung foldables can't be better than the competition, otherwise they are eating into their foldable display sales and replacing it with expensive phone sales.
It's all a business practice to make incremental upgrades to get you to spend money. But the Chinese give you better upgrades for you money.
I don't understand the person of the selfie cam on the tablet screen. Just remove it! We can just use the other 2 ways to do selfies.
I really hope zfold7 support storage for s pen, please samsung🙌🙌🙌
I really hope it too but i doubt it because that will make the phone way thicker
No S Pen is a downgrade. If that phone is that big you should be able to use a pen. F that
Magic V3 hands down destroys the Samsung fold
More thermal throttling, no S Pen on the inside (let alone the outside), and no UDC is *not* worth saving a couple of millimeters. I hate the thinness war. Even Apple learned that was a pointless battle as they've gone back to thicker more functional devices.
The outer display on the other Folds makes one-handed typing easy. The wider the device gets, it starts to become a two-handed device even when folded which is not something I'm interested in.
As for the UDC, it works great for video calls. Having a clean, uninterrupted canvas on the non SE Folds is a great experience. Nobody is taking fashion selfies with the UDC - that's not the point of it. It's for video conferencing on the inner display, and for that it looks great. Having a giant black hole in the screen is a massive downgrade in UX.
Give me the "regular" Fold 6 over this any day.
Sorry Motorola has the best hinge on the market
I hope Samsung reads this... Samsung fucked up and screwed its loyal fans and brought out a degenerate Z Fold 6 when they had the special edition in the works and released it. Samsung has become complacent and lazy instead of innovating, hence the failure of the Z Fold 6 and the savior of the Z Fold 6 Special Edition, but only in South Korea and China. There needs to be a shake-up in Samsung's telecommunications department. How is it that Chinese companies are coming out with far better-advanced foldables with high-end specs, bigger batteries, and less experience? Stop wasting our money and stop wasting your money Samsung. Do better for all of us.
audio is not balanced
enough with the hardware, do the software
Thick
Samsung has become a 🤡🤡🤡
Battery is very disappointing
Let's not forget Samsung also removed the digitizer which the Chinese phones didn't!! The fact that Samsung is basically ignoring its competition and the fact they are completely generationally leaping Samsung makes it obvious that Samsung needs a leadership Shake up. The lack of innovation at Samsung has caused major frustration on my end considering I own every Samsung Appliance as well as their phones.. Samsung has suddenly become about fourth tier compared to those Chinese phones and because of that I will be buying one of the Chinese devices moving forward and I'm hoping many Samsung users do the same in order to put massive pressure on Samsung.. either create a foldable phone with a normal size screen that's thin and has a Flagship camera or understand many of their customers will never come back
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