Currently enjoying the Z Fold 4--- with the big screen web browsing. Will be trying out the S23 Ultra because I noticed that most of the time, I am using the small front screen-- and only really open the Fold 4 when Im at the house or travelling. With the S23 Ultra-- will be getting a much larger main screen-- and with DEX, can just connect it to a protable monitor and have a 16 inch touchscreen! 🎉
I traded in my Z fold 4 for the 23 Ultra. The Z 4 was my first fold, I had to try it for myself. The versatility was cool but not worth the sacrifices for my use - the larger main display, the better camera, and the built-in s pen of the Ultra. Plus a much better case selection for custom looks
I LOVE my fold 4. However, I traded it in for the ultra. Which I equally love. (I find it easier to handle.) But you know I'll be trading it in for the fold 5!!!!
@@kenny9088 and it's also only like 4-5 months old too. Barely half a year old lol. And the person is then trading the ultra for the fold 5 😭 so another 1k loss lol
Only reason I’m going with the s23 ultra is because I have an issue with my z fold 4 opening up all the way. Luckily it is still under warranty but it won’t be forever. I don’t like that it kinda broke down on me due to the malfunctioning hinge.
Unfortunately the only thing the fold has going for it is the bigger screen. Everything else would just be a downgrade from a phone like the S23 Ultra. Great video as always 😊
Can you elaborate a bit more on how the S23U is “smoother” than the Z fold 4? You mean like in scrolling in social media apps, gaming, general UI navigation? I am curious as I am cross shopping these two devices at the moment, thanks.
@GregglesTV We're in the same club! I also have a Galaxy Z Fold4 & Galaxy S23 Ultra. I love both of them, honestly. In some respects, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is the better phone. But in other respects, the Galaxy Z Fold4 is the better phone. The foldable nature of the Galaxy Z Fold4 is always gonna best phones like the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Already ordered the S23 Ultra but I'm making this comment with my Z Fold 4. The Z is great for multitasking videos, pictures, and games. In my experience of having this phone, I just don't see the longevity. I never dropped my Z, got it dirty or wet but it's crackling when I open it. The inside screen cover is bubbling at the top and I only had this phone for 6 months. It's a great phone like I said, but long-term durability is not good. I personally try to keep my phone for 3+ years. This is the shortest I ever had a specific phone.
I had the fold 3 and Fold 4 but and happy to be back with s23! Fold will be the phone to get when that front main screen is bigger, the Fold main screen is useless hard to text with the small keyboard. The Fold also is NOT as easy to put in your pocket compared to s23. Fold is thicker. For the Fold 2g price tag Saungsung gave didn't give us the best cameras? Maybe I will go back to fold when they fix it.
I've been with the s series since the very beginning, at first I didn't like trying the other variants like the note and z or a,m,j, and e but my last phone was a s22 plus I absolutely loved it but I just got really bored of the line up and felt that I needed something more exciting and shocking. So I got the z fold4 don't think I'm switching back soon.
I love both , I added the s23 ultra on top if my zf4. I alternate Sim cards depending on mood. However since I got my s23 ultra pre-order I have not yet switched back to the zf4. Also I was in this same position last year except I had the zf3 and the s22 ultra & traded in both and got a pre-order unlocked zf4 for 100$ total. This time around I'm only getting the zf5 if there's a dock for the s-pen as well as wider front screen. I can't stand texting on the outer screen on the fold. It's been such a pleasure texting on the s23 ultra since I got it compared to the fold. If samsung gets it right this time around with the zf5 with the s-pen dock and wider outer screen I'll trade em both in. The only thing I hate about the s23 Ultra is the fingerprint sensor, I'm so used to having it on the screen lock like the fold.
Well, as far as dock or width, it will never have. They want to keep the thickness down, so there no pen inside, but you can still buy the pen and use it.
i am glad i decided go from the 22 ultra to the 23 ultra. great battery. even though last year was the snapdragon chip we had here in years. gestures much easier with a case and glass screen protector. no catching the edge. and i feel safe holding it case free not slip out of fingers as the edge is wider. have not used the camera yet. would love a fold but until it's where i want i will stay with s line. good video
I had the z-fold 4. Once the wow factor wore off all of its little issues became glaring to me. I couldn't stand that crease anymore. I hated the thin front facing display. With that said it was a very cool phone but I'm getting rid of it Love the ultra for me I like the s23 ultra much better.
I use a slab and a fold. Slab for daily, on my motorcycle. Fold daily for in my car and any viewing. 2 completely different phones obviously that really shouldn't be compared in my opinion. None the less, great video and an interesting comparison 👍🏼
I have the Fold 4 and the only other phone I will consider to trade it for will be the Fold 5 or 6 nothing else. I heard that the S23U is incredible but its still yesterday technology. The Fold is unique and exciting.
The fold form factor sucks. That screen is to narrow for practical use. If Samsung made the fold with the outter display the same size as the 23 Ultra that would be something to seriously consider
@@eclecticgentlemanmeh...z fold is more one hand friendly than s23 u...only problem is with typing which you will get used to... Went to a store to check s23 u....its too fricking big (width))
I traded my fold 4 for the s23 ultra I did love the fold but no regrets the battery on this thing is absolutely amazing as well as the cameras and video
Great content. There's no comparison. The fold4 can't touch the s23 ultra. The only thing the fold has going for it is the bigger screen. But it does have that Crease down the center and isn't thin glass but gorilla glass victuss 2.
S23U - superior camera - integrated S pen - superior sound - more durable screen - faster and smoother - better battery life - faster charging Zfold - eye sore crease - ginormous bars when watching RUclips and other videos (nullifies having a large screen) - bulky as a brick (not a biggy) - ultra delicate screen - the cover screen doesn't support S pen - cover screen is too small to be usable Let me know when Samsung addresses the issues above with the ZFold, then I'll be ordering two, for myself and the wife.
Tell me u haven't used a fold with out telling me u haven't used a fold!!! ....just feels like in your mind you want to feel satisfaction that 1200 dollar phone > 1800 dollar phone....
Eye sore crease? For who? The bystander next to you? You can't even see the crease when using the phone head on just like you would use any other phone.
😭@eyesore crease..you can't even tell most times unless you are actively looking for it. The "bars" you see when using RUclips is only shown if you watch it from an internet browser. You can actually go full screen with no bars at all if you use the RUclips app.
How on earth did you manage when all the mobile phones were way smaller than the cover screen of the fold 4. Also the front screen is for one handed use 😂
So glad I traded in my fold 3 for the s23 ultra 😂 blows the fold away in everything. I charge once every other day now so much better. I'm not sitting around waiting for that inner screen to break anymore either!
Everyone forget something important. The built in spen to s23 ultra is TINY. the size of a toothpick. So, given the smaller screen estate in s23 ultra there is no comparison that fold 4 is the ultimate spen device and WAY better in this aspect than s23 ultra...
Nah its meh , the front screen on the fold is narrow like a tv remote , it has no S pen function on the front screen , it has no s pen silo , if you have largish hands the front screen is nigh on useless forcing you to open/unfold the pos every single time . the fold main screen gets greasy quick , it has the horrible crease , its durability is highly questionable and it costs an arm and a leg , i wouldnt trade my galaxy note 9 for a fold , my note ( also has a heart rate sensor , and SD card , a 3.5 mm headphone jack and inbuilt S pen with bluetooth function , and i manage it just fine with the S pen which is almost as wide as the front screen on the fold :) . Need i mention durability , my old note 9 still runs well at over 4.5 years old , and the proper glass screen is as good as the day it came out of the box in 2018 , and it does not have an ugly crease that will probably get a crack down the centre of it after a year or two .
How has your fold 4 held up overtime? Im considering the fold 5 when it comes out, but ima little rough on things, so not sure if they have gotten tougher overtime as I see some horror stories on Reddit.
I've had my fold 4 since the day it came out and have had no problems. I've only used a skin or later case on it. I've dropped it several times and my 2 toddlers have used it. Still have no issues.
@@sdmoore89 good to know, thanks!! I keep seeing all the screen breaks in reddit that they say just come out of no where and it has me paranoid lol I have the 22 U now, so hopefully they put this camera in the fold 5
@@mlwz1082 I know the feeling. Just make sure to get insurance in case something happens. People are always going to be quicker to post problems with anything. There are millions of people who haven't had issues with their folds who just don't post anything
I've had the fold series since it became a thing. Honestly so much improvements over the years.. I love my Z fold 4 ! It's something different. The 23 ultra is literally the s22 with better battery life and new chip set.. the good ole candy bar style phone gets old over the fold easily... The fold is very durable if anyone is wondering! It's pretty fascinating! Though absolutely 100% get insurance through your carrier just in case 🙂 yeah it's expensive fersure and more durable than the average customer thinks! Don't get the fold if you don't want a one handed experience or a tablet experience simple as that . Cause that's what your getting. 6.2' cover display isn't made for two hand use. Some people have no common sense 🤣
If ive had the Z Fold 4 since October 2022, would i be able to trade it in for the S23 Ultra? I have T-Mobile. How would a trade in work? Do i just completely turn in the Z Fold 4 and pick up payments for the S23 Ultra?
Z fold 4 is the best for watching content, and you get used to the extra weight, and crease is not an issue after you get used to it. The S23 is also a great phone , but I wanted a folding phone.
I'll be looking into the Razr 2023, Flip 5, Fold 5, and S23 Ultra this year. I do find getting a third foldable flip phone redundant since I'm not trading in either of the ones I have. I'm aware not wanting the S23U last week but it keeps drawing me back in. No S-Pen required to draw me back. I love the Razr 5G design the best. You can argue the 2019 model looked better but it is heavier, more creaky hinge, e-sim only, and only had Snap 710. At least 765G was par to the 835 and better than the A10 Fusion. But the Razr 2023 renders does look pretty fire. The Flip 3 has too much sentimental value for me being my first foldable and first flip phone since the original RAZR V3 from 2006-2008 which is why I didn't trade it in for a Flip 4. Yeah, it has the maligned Snap888 but it got me into retro gaming emulation as it plays PS2 and GameCube ROMs extremely well. We'll just wait and see. It looks like I'll be headed to Samsung again because I prefer their ecosystem better. We have Samsung TVs in our home and it's so easy to screen mirror using Smart View. No fuss about it. My next phone is most likely going to be between S23 Ultra or Fold 5. I feel many future clamshell phones will only get bigger and wider. Razr 2022 is as wide as the iPhone 14 Pro Max at 80 mm. The Flip 3 and 4 are only 71-72 mm in width. N2 Flip is at 75 mm and that has a vertical cover display. They'll only get larger thanks to the bigger cover displays when the point for me to use them is they fit better in my pockets. I feel I already covered my flip phone desires for the next 10 years and don't mind going back to a regular slab or try a book-style foldable for the first time. Try something different. The novelty wears off for anything that felt fresh and new only 2-3 years ago. I'm aware the newer foldable flips will have better battery life and cameras but they'll essentially be the same experience to the ones I already own. Just has higher numbers to brag about. Might as well try something different or go back to the good ol' slab like an S23U with 100x zoom and S-Pen slot which the Fold 5 won't have. I want the best this time, people! Top 10 of 2023 1. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 3. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max 4. Google Pixel 8 Pro 5. Google Pixel Fold 6. Oppo Find N3 7. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 8. Motorola Razr 2023 9. Apple iPhone 15 Pro 10. Google Pixel 8 Honorable mentions Apple iPhone 15 Sony Xperia 1 & 5 V Samsung Galaxy S23/S23+ Oppo Find N3 Flip Google Pixel 7a I want the best like most tech junkies want. I hated Samsung for years. I called them Scamsung like 10 years ago. But I feel they've become the best OEM for the mobile OS and ecosystems I prefer. They're basically the new Nokia and Motorola of mobile and the new Sony for TVs and most general electronics. South Korea is the new king for tech. Why should we settle for anything less like a Pixel 7 Pro with poor resale value? Samsung or Apple. That's it. Try your luck with another brand and good luck with long software and aftermarket support or finding cooler cases and accessories for them. I follow Gadget Goddess on RUclips and she buys Oppo products. She said she prefers her Razr 2022 over her N2 Flip. Hence, why the Oppo foldables aren't on my radar. Maybe the Find N or N2 being they're the most compact book-style foldables. But that software can be a problem.
It’s funny how the RUclips algorithm works im in the process of choosing between the fold and the ultra it’s annoying I like the ultra for the included s pen buut the fold is basically a portable tablet but then again with the fold I’d have to be extremely careful not to drop it and there’s no pen and on top of that the s pen for it only works on the inner display but I also like to change I’ve been using your standard phone design for the last 10 years or so and the fold is a cool change of pace
Usually I'll carry a s series and a z fold series among my plenty of other daily carries and for the first year I am not as interested in the s23 ultra this year. I love my z fold 4 tbh and will just wait till the z fold 5 comes out honestly.
I’m probably in the minority here but after using the Note 9 for a number of years and now using the Fold 4 I prefer the bigger size of the Fold Pen in terms of comfort and I’m not particularly wanting an integrated S Pen in the Fold. But S Pen functionality on the front screen would be nice…
Currently enjoying the Z Fold 4--- with the big screen web browsing. Will be trying out the S23 Ultra because I noticed that most of the time, I am using the small front screen-- and only really open the Fold 4 when Im at the house or travelling. With the S23 Ultra-- will be getting a much larger main screen-- and with DEX, can just connect it to a protable monitor and have a 16 inch touchscreen! 🎉
I traded in my Z fold 4 for the 23 Ultra. The Z 4 was my first fold, I had to try it for myself. The versatility was cool but not worth the sacrifices for my use - the larger main display, the better camera, and the built-in s pen of the Ultra. Plus a much better case selection for custom looks
I did exactly the same!
So your Z4 was better?
@@Loveliergames not for me, for the reasons I mentioned in my post
@@ScottUFRx ahh. ok, I got you..
I'm in the same boat .....I was looking for a comment like this to push me over the edge
I LOVE my fold 4. However, I traded it in for the ultra. Which I equally love. (I find it easier to handle.) But you know I'll be trading it in for the fold 5!!!!
Wow! I did the same thing, and I'll be trading my ultra for fold 5 also
You guys just bored. If you like the fold why swap to the ultra
So you paid 1,800 for the fold 4 and now got 900 credit just for the ultra ? When the z fold is a way better phone
@@kenny9088 and it's also only like 4-5 months old too. Barely half a year old lol. And the person is then trading the ultra for the fold 5 😭 so another 1k loss lol
@Shinobi Yep they burning money 🔥
I love my fold 4 ...I will never give it up until the fold 5 comes out
Had z3.. got 23 ultra.. had a few days.. sending it back to get z4. Really miss the bigger screen and the front is perfect for 1 hand uses
We already know which one you're going to pick lol
Can tell a lot of people haven't used the Fold 4. Have both it's not that close. Fold 4 FTW
Only reason I’m going with the s23 ultra is because I have an issue with my z fold 4 opening up all the way. Luckily it is still under warranty but it won’t be forever. I don’t like that it kinda broke down on me due to the malfunctioning hinge.
Unfortunately the only thing the fold has going for it is the bigger screen. Everything else would just be a downgrade from a phone like the S23 Ultra. Great video as always 😊
Can you elaborate a bit more on how the S23U is “smoother” than the Z fold 4? You mean like in scrolling in social media apps, gaming, general UI navigation? I am curious as I am cross shopping these two devices at the moment, thanks.
@GregglesTV We're in the same club! I also have a Galaxy Z Fold4 & Galaxy S23 Ultra. I love both of them, honestly. In some respects, the Galaxy S23 Ultra is the better phone. But in other respects, the Galaxy Z Fold4 is the better phone. The foldable nature of the Galaxy Z Fold4 is always gonna best phones like the Galaxy S23 Ultra.
Do you ofteb switch phones?
@The Starfish Hmm, I've switched back and forth a couple of times. I still consider my Galaxy Z Fold4 the primary, though.
@@doncallahancallahan1308 yeah okay, i plan trading in my z fold 4 and buying the 23 ultra i dont think im vibing with the fold that much
Already ordered the S23 Ultra but I'm making this comment with my Z Fold 4. The Z is great for multitasking videos, pictures, and games. In my experience of having this phone, I just don't see the longevity. I never dropped my Z, got it dirty or wet but it's crackling when I open it. The inside screen cover is bubbling at the top and I only had this phone for 6 months. It's a great phone like I said, but long-term durability is not good. I personally try to keep my phone for 3+ years. This is the shortest I ever had a specific phone.
I had the fold 3 and Fold 4 but and happy to be back with s23! Fold will be the phone to get when that front main screen is bigger, the Fold main screen is useless hard to text with the small keyboard. The Fold also is NOT as easy to put in your pocket compared to s23. Fold is thicker. For the Fold 2g price tag Saungsung gave didn't give us the best cameras? Maybe I will go back to fold when they fix it.
Fold screen 2nd screen is of course bigger than s23 but s23 screen is brighter and to me better display.
I've been with the s series since the very beginning, at first I didn't like trying the other variants like the note and z or a,m,j, and e but my last phone was a s22 plus I absolutely loved it but I just got really bored of the line up and felt that I needed something more exciting and shocking. So I got the z fold4 don't think I'm switching back soon.
I love both , I added the s23 ultra on top if my zf4. I alternate Sim cards depending on mood. However since I got my s23 ultra pre-order I have not yet switched back to the zf4. Also I was in this same position last year except I had the zf3 and the s22 ultra & traded in both and got a pre-order unlocked zf4 for 100$ total. This time around I'm only getting the zf5 if there's a dock for the s-pen as well as wider front screen. I can't stand texting on the outer screen on the fold. It's been such a pleasure texting on the s23 ultra since I got it compared to the fold. If samsung gets it right this time around with the zf5 with the s-pen dock and wider outer screen I'll trade em both in. The only thing I hate about the s23 Ultra is the fingerprint sensor, I'm so used to having it on the screen lock like the fold.
Well, as far as dock or width, it will never have. They want to keep the thickness down, so there no pen inside, but you can still buy the pen and use it.
Never going back to a non-foldable phone after being spoiled by my Z Fold4 the last 4 months.
i am glad i decided go from the 22 ultra to the 23 ultra. great battery. even though last year was the snapdragon chip we had here in years. gestures much easier with a case and glass screen protector. no catching the edge. and i feel safe holding it case free not slip out of fingers as the edge is wider. have not used the camera yet. would love a fold but until it's where i want i will stay with s line. good video
I had the z-fold 4. Once the wow factor wore off all of its little issues became glaring to me. I couldn't stand that crease anymore. I hated the thin front facing display. With that said it was a very cool phone but I'm getting rid of it Love the ultra for me I like the s23 ultra much better.
I use a slab and a fold. Slab for daily, on my motorcycle. Fold daily for in my car and any viewing. 2 completely different phones obviously that really shouldn't be compared in my opinion. None the less, great video and an interesting comparison 👍🏼
I have the Fold 4 and the only other phone I will consider to trade it for will be the Fold 5 or 6 nothing else. I heard that the S23U is incredible but its still yesterday technology. The Fold is unique and exciting.
The fold is also a downgrade compared to a lot of today's phones. All it has going for it is the bigger screen. I traded mine in for S23 Ultra.
The fold form factor sucks. That screen is to narrow for practical use. If Samsung made the fold with the outter display the same size as the 23 Ultra that would be something to seriously consider
Not... You forget the additional benefit of using with one hand. Something that s23 ultra user should forget as an option...
@@TheVagnik NOT.... 22 Ultra and 23 Ultra one hand operation with no problem
@@eclecticgentlemanmeh...z fold is more one hand friendly than s23 u...only problem is with typing which you will get used to...
Went to a store to check s23 u....its too fricking big (width))
@@spoucher93 are you a female? you have to have little hands to feel that way
I agree about being able to use it one-handed. I actually like the outer screen because of that.
I traded my fold 4 for the s23 ultra I did love the fold but no regrets the battery on this thing is absolutely amazing as well as the cameras and video
Best review on this particular subject
Great content. There's no comparison. The fold4 can't touch the s23 ultra. The only thing the fold has going for it is the bigger screen. But it does have that Crease down the center and isn't thin glass but gorilla glass victuss 2.
Z ZFold 4 for the win for me, just something new and diff from the same ole if you’re feeling like something different that is
S23U
- superior camera
- integrated S pen
- superior sound
- more durable screen
- faster and smoother
- better battery life
- faster charging
Zfold
- eye sore crease
- ginormous bars when watching RUclips and other videos (nullifies having a large screen)
- bulky as a brick (not a biggy)
- ultra delicate screen
- the cover screen doesn't support S pen
- cover screen is too small to be usable
Let me know when Samsung addresses the issues above with the ZFold, then I'll be ordering two, for myself and the wife.
Tell me u haven't used a fold with out telling me u haven't used a fold!!!
....just feels like in your mind you want to feel satisfaction that 1200 dollar phone > 1800 dollar phone....
Eye sore crease? For who? The bystander next to you? You can't even see the crease when using the phone head on just like you would use any other phone.
😭@eyesore crease..you can't even tell most times unless you are actively looking for it. The "bars" you see when using RUclips is only shown if you watch it from an internet browser. You can actually go full screen with no bars at all if you use the RUclips app.
I feel the same way about the Flip 4. Too many compromises so may trade for the S23.
How on earth did you manage when all the mobile phones were way smaller than the cover screen of the fold 4. Also the front screen is for one handed use 😂
Man u know that the s23 ultra is a amazing phone 😎
So glad I traded in my fold 3 for the s23 ultra 😂 blows the fold away in everything. I charge once every other day now so much better. I'm not sitting around waiting for that inner screen to break anymore either!
Everyone forget something important. The built in spen to s23 ultra is TINY. the size of a toothpick. So, given the smaller screen estate in s23 ultra there is no comparison that fold 4 is the ultimate spen device and WAY better in this aspect than s23 ultra...
Nah its meh , the front screen on the fold is narrow like a tv remote , it has no S pen function on the front screen , it has no s pen silo , if you have largish hands the front screen is nigh on useless forcing you to open/unfold the pos every single time .
the fold main screen gets greasy quick , it has the horrible crease , its durability is highly questionable and it costs an arm and a leg , i wouldnt trade my galaxy note 9 for a fold , my note ( also has a heart rate sensor , and SD card , a 3.5 mm headphone jack and inbuilt S pen with bluetooth function , and i manage it just fine with the S pen which is almost as wide as the front screen on the fold :) .
Need i mention durability , my old note 9 still runs well at over 4.5 years old , and the proper glass screen is as good as the day it came out of the box in 2018 , and it does not have an ugly crease that will probably get a crack down the centre of it after a year or two .
Zfold4 video is impressive, may be the best out there
Have the fold 4 , but still itching to add a tab s8+ in combo... Is there any merit in doing that ... Or am I just being greedy 🤣
I have both. keeping the fold 4 and returning the s23U. I don't think I can go back to candy bar style.
How has your fold 4 held up overtime? Im considering the fold 5 when it comes out, but ima little rough on things, so not sure if they have gotten tougher overtime as I see some horror stories on Reddit.
I've had my fold 4 since the day it came out and have had no problems. I've only used a skin or later case on it. I've dropped it several times and my 2 toddlers have used it. Still have no issues.
@@sdmoore89 good to know, thanks!! I keep seeing all the screen breaks in reddit that they say just come out of no where and it has me paranoid lol
I have the 22 U now, so hopefully they put this camera in the fold 5
@@mlwz1082 I know the feeling. Just make sure to get insurance in case something happens. People are always going to be quicker to post problems with anything. There are millions of people who haven't had issues with their folds who just don't post anything
it broke once but i always recommend getting the insurance plan with the fold phones
@@GregglesTV did you have any issues with your insurance claim? I see a lot of people on reddit saying they try not to cover the insurance
I've had the fold series since it became a thing. Honestly so much improvements over the years.. I love my Z fold 4 ! It's something different. The 23 ultra is literally the s22 with better battery life and new chip set.. the good ole candy bar style phone gets old over the fold easily... The fold is very durable if anyone is wondering! It's pretty fascinating! Though absolutely 100% get insurance through your carrier just in case 🙂 yeah it's expensive fersure and more durable than the average customer thinks! Don't get the fold if you don't want a one handed experience or a tablet experience simple as that . Cause that's what your getting. 6.2' cover display isn't made for two hand use. Some people have no common sense 🤣
Excatly the z fold 4 is way better phone. S23u is almost the same phone talk about an apple move. Z fold 4 ftw
Still loving my Z Fold 3. Can't wait do the candy bar. My eyes are thanking me.
If ive had the Z Fold 4 since October 2022, would i be able to trade it in for the S23 Ultra? I have T-Mobile. How would a trade in work? Do i just completely turn in the Z Fold 4 and pick up payments for the S23 Ultra?
Z fold 4 is the best for watching content, and you get used to the extra weight, and crease is not an issue after you get used to it. The S23 is also a great phone , but I wanted a folding phone.
I have both, right now in using the s23 but once the fold 5 comes out i will switch back.
Not even close when it comes to cameras, battery and screen. S23 Ultra beats it every time. I traded my Z Fold 4 for my S23 Ultra too!!!
Z Fold 4 with S Pen is my Phone. My old note 10 plus was same as S23 Ultra nothing new.
I'll be looking into the Razr 2023, Flip 5, Fold 5, and S23 Ultra this year. I do find getting a third foldable flip phone redundant since I'm not trading in either of the ones I have. I'm aware not wanting the S23U last week but it keeps drawing me back in. No S-Pen required to draw me back.
I love the Razr 5G design the best. You can argue the 2019 model looked better but it is heavier, more creaky hinge, e-sim only, and only had Snap 710. At least 765G was par to the 835 and better than the A10 Fusion. But the Razr 2023 renders does look pretty fire.
The Flip 3 has too much sentimental value for me being my first foldable and first flip phone since the original RAZR V3 from 2006-2008 which is why I didn't trade it in for a Flip 4. Yeah, it has the maligned Snap888 but it got me into retro gaming emulation as it plays PS2 and GameCube ROMs extremely well.
We'll just wait and see. It looks like I'll be headed to Samsung again because I prefer their ecosystem better. We have Samsung TVs in our home and it's so easy to screen mirror using Smart View. No fuss about it. My next phone is most likely going to be between S23 Ultra or Fold 5.
I feel many future clamshell phones will only get bigger and wider. Razr 2022 is as wide as the iPhone 14 Pro Max at 80 mm. The Flip 3 and 4 are only 71-72 mm in width. N2 Flip is at 75 mm and that has a vertical cover display. They'll only get larger thanks to the bigger cover displays when the point for me to use them is they fit better in my pockets.
I feel I already covered my flip phone desires for the next 10 years and don't mind going back to a regular slab or try a book-style foldable for the first time. Try something different. The novelty wears off for anything that felt fresh and new only 2-3 years ago.
I'm aware the newer foldable flips will have better battery life and cameras but they'll essentially be the same experience to the ones I already own. Just has higher numbers to brag about. Might as well try something different or go back to the good ol' slab like an S23U with 100x zoom and S-Pen slot which the Fold 5 won't have.
I want the best this time, people!
Top 10 of 2023
1. Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
2. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5
3. Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
4. Google Pixel 8 Pro
5. Google Pixel Fold
6. Oppo Find N3
7. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
8. Motorola Razr 2023
9. Apple iPhone 15 Pro
10. Google Pixel 8
Honorable mentions
Apple iPhone 15
Sony Xperia 1 & 5 V
Samsung Galaxy S23/S23+
Oppo Find N3 Flip
Google Pixel 7a
I want the best like most tech junkies want. I hated Samsung for years. I called them Scamsung like 10 years ago. But I feel they've become the best OEM for the mobile OS and ecosystems I prefer. They're basically the new Nokia and Motorola of mobile and the new Sony for TVs and most general electronics.
South Korea is the new king for tech. Why should we settle for anything less like a Pixel 7 Pro with poor resale value? Samsung or Apple. That's it. Try your luck with another brand and good luck with long software and aftermarket support or finding cooler cases and accessories for them.
I follow Gadget Goddess on RUclips and she buys Oppo products. She said she prefers her Razr 2022 over her N2 Flip. Hence, why the Oppo foldables aren't on my radar. Maybe the Find N or N2 being they're the most compact book-style foldables. But that software can be a problem.
Samsung should make the next z fold the size of the s23.
Your videos are so good
I’m sending back my ultra keeping my fold
I really really want a fold but watching this review it looks like the ultra kills it in every department 🤷🏼♂️
Team Fold4
Team Fold 4
It’s funny how the RUclips algorithm works im in the process of choosing between the fold and the ultra it’s annoying I like the ultra for the included s pen buut the fold is basically a portable tablet but then again with the fold I’d have to be extremely careful not to drop it and there’s no pen and on top of that the s pen for it only works on the inner display but I also like to change I’ve been using your standard phone design for the last 10 years or so and the fold is a cool change of pace
Actually the camera in the z fold 4 does a very good job if not better from the video you showed us
Usually I'll carry a s series and a z fold series among my plenty of other daily carries and for the first year I am not as interested in the s23 ultra this year. I love my z fold 4 tbh and will just wait till the z fold 5 comes out honestly.
About time someone with coomon sense. The z fold 4 is way better phone than the s23U
I agree I have the z fold 3 but waiting on the z fold 5 rn
Question
How do you change color on text messages on Zfold. I'm new to the fold world. I use google messages.
change the color of what specifically?
S23u is still the better choice
objectively, the s23ultra destroys the zfold4.
What about s24u for next year 🤔
In your opinion.
@@kellymorton6001 are you gunna get s24u?
Z fold 4 ftw. S23U IS THE SAME THING AS S22U. WAKE UP PPL
23 ultra wins camera comparison easily.
Fold user. I can't go back to a standard form factor.
Fold 4 All the Way
missed the fold 1
Went for fold 2
missed the fold 3 went for fold4
and ill miss the fold 5 and wait for the fold 6
I Pity that that the Fold will never beat S23 Ultra Unfortunately
Galaxy S23 Ultra ♥
Fold 5 is not in the same league as the s23u, but then again, the s23u is not in the league as the note 23.
NOTE LINE IS OVER
@@annawilliame3345 so will the fold
Fold 4 FTW
No integrated S pen, no Fold for me.
I’m probably in the minority here but after using the Note 9 for a number of years and now using the Fold 4 I prefer the bigger size of the Fold Pen in terms of comfort and I’m not particularly wanting an integrated S Pen in the Fold. But S Pen functionality on the front screen would be nice…
@@Pixel_Pete 😆 🤣 😂 😹
😂😂😂😂
Z fold 3 user never going back to a regular phone.