Are Fold Phones Safe? - Samsung Z Fold3 - Worth it in 2024? (Real World Review)

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  • Опубликовано: 29 ноя 2024

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  • @MobileDecay
    @MobileDecay 5 месяцев назад +35

    I seriously thought you were saying Apple invented folding phones but then I remembered why. 😂

    • @shanghaichica
      @shanghaichica 3 месяца назад

      Bending phones 😂😂😂

    • @smuk123
      @smuk123 2 месяца назад

      One and done😂😂😂

  • @AlmostBrokeLbs
    @AlmostBrokeLbs 4 месяца назад +46

    I am still using my z fold 2 and it's working perfectly, I am looking into upgrading to z fold 3 soon

    • @kevinfightsbears
      @kevinfightsbears 4 месяца назад +6

      Why the 3? Just get the 6 with trade in

    • @houstonraver834
      @houstonraver834 3 месяца назад

      ​@@kevinfightsbears noooo 6 sucks and more expensive the trade in not worth the process get the 5 1000$ open box at best buy

    • @houstonraver834
      @houstonraver834 3 месяца назад +6

      ​@kevinfightsbears 5 has no enough upgrades to justify the price

    • @NowKissMyChucks
      @NowKissMyChucks 3 месяца назад +3

      ​@@kevinfightsbears you can still get the fold 3 for cheaper

    • @kalashnikov4784
      @kalashnikov4784 2 месяца назад +1

      Got a z fold 3 the 6 is $2,100.00

  • @lewis1324
    @lewis1324 4 месяца назад +12

    Still going strong with my 3 watching this. Great foldable phone too. Samsung said they will provide updates through 2026.

    • @VOLTAVLOGS888
      @VOLTAVLOGS888 Месяц назад

      Thats good. cause im planning to buy the renewed one! 😂🎉

  • @jakbender3881
    @jakbender3881 4 месяца назад +21

    Thanks for the insight. I actually just bought a refurbished Z fold 3 listed as being in "excellent condition". I suppose you always take a chance on buying refurbished devices online as you aren't able to inspect the hardware personally. However, this will be my first folding device and it has spen support. I do alot of autodesk drawing so the tablet aspect of this phone truly appeals to me. I also ordered a Samsung S pen z fold edition as many have recommended. This device will replace my Note 20 Ultra 5g from like 5 years ago, so this device will be an up-grade in many ways. I will also use this for media and gaming. Mobile Legends bang bang is going to look great on this.
    You also confirm what others have said about how fragile the hinge is, so I bought a case that has a spine that covers the hinge and also serves as a storage bay for the S pen. It will make the phone heavier and bulkier (yeah I know), but I'll have it paired to my pixel watch and ear buds while it chills in my daypack. Overall I think this was a good buy. Buying stuff second hand online is always dicey, but I am confident in the seller's reputation. Always gotta do research. I shall see for myself as it comes in tomorrow. I will come back in a week and leave my thoughts. I really miss my note though. I am sad the line is ending with the note 20 ultra. I may buy another Note just to keep. It was the best phone I ever had and i've had mine for almost 4 years, screen replaced twice but still fulfilled my needs. We'll see how the Zfold3 holds up to my life.
    Ill be back with those thoughts. Great Video!

    • @technoguy7973
      @technoguy7973 4 месяца назад +3

      Like my comment when you come back

    • @AdityaTheGoat
      @AdityaTheGoat 3 месяца назад +5

      You haven't come back with a review yet...

    • @jakbender3881
      @jakbender3881 3 месяца назад

      @@AdityaTheGoat Hey sorry for my late response. Work and Life required my undivided attention for a couple weeks.
      I've had my ZF3 for a little under a month and I absolutely Love it!!! Extremely versatile. My device was refurbished and I found nothing wrong with the device. There was something of a lag during transition animations however disabling animations seem to have solved the issue to my personal satisfaction.
      Media: Movies Movies Movies!!! Watching Movies on the zfold3 is a pleasure. I'm going on vacation in a couple months and this device is going to come in very handy during my 3 layovers. I don't even mind the fold crease. Ive actually become less conscious of it and it does not diminish the experience.
      Gaming: Gaming on the Zfold3 is seamless and can run virtually anything at the highest setting. I get decent fps. I have played COD AND Diablo Immortal and both look amazing unfolded. Paired with a Bluetooth controller and I've got a portal gaming system. Honestly I have not turned on steam or touched my steamdeck in weeks since I got my Zfold3. Device will overheat if running ultra settings and it will power itself down. I try not to use it that hard as that just can't be good for my device in the long run.
      Productivity: I use my Fold as a tablet at work. I have an SPen Fold Edition and a case that has a storage bay for the pen. I use it to take notes during meetings, update events and schedules. Zoom calls, video calls, conferencing work to my satisfaction. No latency, but I think that has more to do with signal strength than hardware. Call quality is a little muffled but it could be my case. I need to crank call volume to max. Not a big deal and not a huge deal breaker for me because, who wants to talk to people right?
      Outer Screen: its small and narrow but very responsive and very BRIGHT. It's useful for checking messages while on the move and I'll sometimes game or watch RUclips on the outer screen . It's serviceable but I think the main selling point of this device is it's unfolded display.
      There are probably other points I'm forgetting but my overall experience with the device has been phenomenal . It this still a viable purchase in 2024? I say yes. If you cant or don't want to pay $1k plus for newer models this is a great alternative. I got mine refurb for about $378 USD off of Amazon. The price since then has shot up to $700 plus (last time I checked). Caring for the device takes a little more thought and foresight. Dust, Sand, Grit ..big No No. If I take this thing to the beach, it's living in a zip lock bag for the duration.
      Again thanks for the Video and the opportunity to voice my opinion on the Zfold3. I hope this will help your viewers make a choice if considering buying this model.
      Thank You and Be Well.

    • @jakbender3881
      @jakbender3881 3 месяца назад

      @@AdityaTheGoat @AdityaTheGoat Hey sorry for my late response. Work and Life required my undivided attention for a couple weeks.
      I've had my ZF3 for a little under a month and I absolutely Love it!!! Extremely versatile. My device was refurbished and I found nothing wrong with the device. There was something of a lag during transition animations however disabling animations seem to have solved the issue to my personal satisfaction.
      Media: Movies Movies Movies!!! Watching Movies on the zfold3 is a pleasure. I'm going on vacation in a couple months and this device is going to come in very handy during my 3 layovers. I don't even mind the fold crease. Ive actually become less conscious of it and it does not diminish the experience.
      Gaming: Gaming on the Zfold3 is seamless and can run virtually anything at the highest setting. I get decent fps. I have played COD AND Diablo Immortal and both look amazing unfolded. Paired with a Bluetooth controller and I've got a portal gaming system. Honestly I have not turned on steam or touched my steamdeck in weeks since I got my Zfold3. Device will overheat if running ultra settings and it will power itself down. I try not to use it that hard as that just can't be good for my device in the long run.
      Productivity: I use my Fold as a tablet at work. I have an SPen Fold Edition and a case that has a storage bay for the pen. I use it to take notes during meetings, update events and schedules. Zoom calls, video calls, conferencing work to my satisfaction. No latency, but I think that has more to do with signal strength than hardware. Call quality is a little muffled but it could be my case. I need to crank call volume to max. Not a big deal and not a huge deal breaker for me because, who wants to talk to people right?
      Outer Screen: its small and narrow but very responsive and very BRIGHT. It's useful for checking messages while on the move and I'll sometimes game or watch RUclips on the outer screen . It's serviceable but I think the main selling point of this device is it's unfolded display.
      There are probably other points I'm forgetting but my overall experience with the device has been phenomenal . It this still a viable purchase in 2024? I say yes. If you cant or don't want to pay $1k plus for newer models this is a great alternative. I got mine refurb for about $378 USD off of Amazon. The price since then has shot up to $700 plus (last time I checked). Caring for the device takes a little more thought and foresight. Dust, Sand, Grit ..big No No. If I take this thing to the beach, it's living in a zip lock bag for the duration.
      Again thanks for the Video and the opportunity to voice my opinion on the Zfold3. I hope this will help your viewers make a choice if considering buying this model.
      Thank You and Be Well.

    • @JosephByrn
      @JosephByrn 2 месяца назад

      This comment fits me to a tee. I just picked up a fold 3, and I'm wondering if I made a wise choice. Looks like I did.

  • @mustajabzuberi4916
    @mustajabzuberi4916 3 месяца назад +12

    The Fold 3 is going to get android 15 which will be the last major OS update, security updates will continue for another year.

    • @jakbender3881
      @jakbender3881 3 месяца назад

      @@mustajabzuberi4916 this is good information to have. 👍

    • @NowKissMyChucks
      @NowKissMyChucks 3 месяца назад

      It Will probably be good for another 2 years

  • @trecehannah9203
    @trecehannah9203 4 месяца назад +10

    Well ive had a fold 3 256gb in jan 2022 kept until the end of the year but couldve easily kept i bought excellent refurbished from amazon, but i mistakenly damaged my inner screen trying to peel it of and put a replacement screen on so i replaced it in jan 2023 with a 2nd fold 3 512 gb that turned out to be dud. But waited until apr 2023 and replaced that with another 512gb fold 3 and its worked great since. My only issue was it had minor scratches, and scrapes on the hinge. But nothing a nice case couldnt remedy.

  • @dark_night8268
    @dark_night8268 4 месяца назад +15

    I'm on my second zfold 3. Both phones the folding screen self destructed itself. Be careful if you get one. I loved my folding screen, but now I am stuck with the outside screen

    • @NowKissMyChucks
      @NowKissMyChucks 3 месяца назад

      What happened

    • @CautionHighWavesAhead-
      @CautionHighWavesAhead- 3 месяца назад

      Samsung sucks. Now you see they tricked you. Don't be a fool with your money next time.

  • @Glorious_Yell0w
    @Glorious_Yell0w 4 месяца назад +10

    Got mine two days ago for 150bucks, i think that was a steal for me. Only thing is it has one bad little tiny pixel in the inside screen. Nothing u think about if u are not told. Im daily driving a flip 5 but think im switching to the fold.

    • @Leo-cs5ot
      @Leo-cs5ot 2 месяца назад

      Is it still working perfectly (the bad pixel hasn't got any worse?)

    • @Glorious_Yell0w
      @Glorious_Yell0w 2 месяца назад +2

      @@Leo-cs5ot nope the bad pixel is staying dead but just one and nothing more. So im really happy. Im not so happy that i bought the flip 5 when i now got the fold. hahaha

  • @Rousemouse22
    @Rousemouse22 5 месяцев назад +8

    I have to say I loved my Z fold 3 but the one i have had I had it since launch. Several months ago I had opened up my phone to take a note for work my phone locked up then restarted randomly. After the phone came back on I noticed that I no longer had WiFi or Hot spot capabilities. You can toggle it on and it acts like it is trying to work but it never does. This come to find out is a flaw with the data cable breaking in the hinge as you mentioned also. This defect also follows the fold 4 and 5 although not sure if they have solved this issue for the fold 6. This is a known issue that many users have posted about in forum and Samsung knows about so to me no this phone is not good for long term use. Which sucks since i really loved the phone but had to get the 24 ultra instead due to this issue. I have considered getting the fold 6 but find it hard to justify the price for a phone that will only last 2.5 or 3 years at the most if you are lucky..... On top it is all now i am having issues with the outside display working intermittently again due to the data cable wearing out in the hinge so there is that... not to mention the lacking cameras and various other compromises they make on the phone. I went somewhere to try to get it fixed and they wouldn't even touch the phone since they are so hard to work on without breaking something on it. I hope this information helps some that is considering this.

    • @trecehannah9203
      @trecehannah9203 4 месяца назад +1

      I understand your dilemma. But actually you did well with the fold 3 especially to have had since launch. That means you kept and used it in the time frame of the 2.5 or 3 yr range which is good . Then you upgraded to the latest and greatest s line phone with 7 yrs of updates😮❤. You got good usage out of it most people usually are ready to upgrade in that time frame.

    • @mtmt88
      @mtmt88 2 месяца назад

      yup, same thing happened to mine last week - Wifi stopped working after the phone froze and restarted.

    • @vrtrigger8684
      @vrtrigger8684 5 дней назад

      @@trecehannah9203 2,5 years for an 2k Euro phone is a joke

  • @NinjaExiled
    @NinjaExiled Месяц назад

    Holding it vertical actually works well with Multi Screen watching RUclips and browsing. I can also watch a RUclips video and read comments too. So convenient I don't even rotate hardly anymore unless its a long video.

  • @mtmt88
    @mtmt88 2 месяца назад

    I bought a used Fold 3 in Feb of 2024. Loved it... until this past week when the wifi stopped working. Searched on the internet, turned out this is a known-issue --- the wifi flex cable spans the hinge, so after repeated open and close, the thing just breaks and gets worn down. I haven't decided whether to get it fixed (big $$ in the US) or buy another one yet.

  • @Thepowerof2190
    @Thepowerof2190 Месяц назад +1

    I got a used z fold 3, the owner said the cover screen has two green lines, but the fold screen is okay ( by the way the z fold 3 is getting one ui 7 it's last update😢 )

  • @racea.t6531
    @racea.t6531 5 месяцев назад +6

    The way this video started made me a happy subscriber & gave me a good laugh 🤣👏🏼.

  • @wana2654
    @wana2654 2 месяца назад

    I love your videos man, very informative, and straight to business

  • @CautionHighWavesAhead-
    @CautionHighWavesAhead- 3 месяца назад +1

    No memory card and stingy memory options don't make sense if you're recording 4K video and actually using your phone unless they want to upsell you for more memory, that's still stingy if them, and also pay for cloud space along with the premium for the phone itself. This is not a smart move.

  • @Konor-8
    @Konor-8 5 месяцев назад +2

    Hello man, I have been watching yours videos since a few days and i find your videos pretty interesting and non-biased. I want your opinion that should i buy lg v60? If not, than recommend a phone under 150$ because your opinion is based.

    • @RealWorldReview
      @RealWorldReview  5 месяцев назад +1

      That's the issue. The LG V60 is a good phone, and a no brainer if you need the quad Dac headphone jack. The battery and usage of the phone is fine, and the camera is on par with really what LG produced normally. Good, but not good when switching cameras or to night time...or video. I wouldn't recommend that phone, but for under $150, the V60 becomes the phone I recommend. Searching through Swappa right now, you'd have to stretch to $199+ tax to get a Samsung S21 Plus, which would be better but no headset jack. The V60 is is a good sell at under $150, but if you can afford more I wouldn't choose that phone. Make sense?
      Actually they have the "Motorola Edge Plus 2022" on swappa around $199, which pretty good for the spec, being the cheapest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 you can buy right now (I'm 99% sure that's true lol).

    • @Konor-8
      @Konor-8 5 месяцев назад

      @@RealWorldReview I am in Pakistan and Man, there's a tax on mobile phones in Pakistan in order to run SIM (network) called the PTA tax and sometimes the tax even exceed the original mobile price and that's the case with the Motorola otherwise that phone is insane for the price. So i would have to pay tax which will be double or even more than double to be able to run network. So i only have 4,5 options having low tax price.
      1. Google pixel 4a 5g
      2. Sony xperia 5 iii
      3. Lg v60
      4. Motorola edge 2022 (not plus)
      5. Motorola edge plus 2020.
      Please recommend any of these.

    • @rickharrison8072
      @rickharrison8072 5 месяцев назад

      Bought my lgv60 last year and still using it today. The problem I have with it on the daily use is that it doesnt charge as fast as you would want it to for a 30W. With that said, if you are getting the lgv60 please be careful with the charging port as they are easy to break, mine still works but its loose. If you ever gonna buy it cheap I suggest buying the dualscreen case with it.

    • @Konor-8
      @Konor-8 5 месяцев назад

      @@rickharrison8072 Thanks for your valuable information

    • @brokenhero6828
      @brokenhero6828 18 дней назад

      @@Konor-8Pixel 4a is the most reliable out of those… lgv60 has the best video camera

  • @NinjaExiled
    @NinjaExiled Месяц назад

    My Fold 3 is still hobbling along. Front screen is cracked on sides but functions fine, inside is missing protector but fine but slowly dying (micro scratches in crease expanding). Battery is like 70%. Hinge is slowly dying. Probably can hold out for another year maybe 2 if lucky.

  • @8NigerianPrince0
    @8NigerianPrince0 4 месяца назад +1

    Good intro😂. You deserve both a like and a sub

  • @stevenrisnyovszky1120
    @stevenrisnyovszky1120 19 дней назад

    I got one, but the plastic protective film seems to wear off slowly. Is that normal?

  • @pitchsixer
    @pitchsixer 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for the review. According to you what should be the price of used F3 with visible scratches with perfect working condition?

  • @aqeel-ahmad3120
    @aqeel-ahmad3120 Месяц назад

    Used fold 1 and now 3 had no issue with 1 and no issue with 3 if you use it properly and carefully

    • @RealWorldReview
      @RealWorldReview  Месяц назад +1

      Only issue I've seen is the cable from the top to the bottom of the phone wearing out. This applies to any foldable though. Other than that, 90% of issues I've seen are from physical damage like dropping

  • @pchabanowich
    @pchabanowich Месяц назад

    Great info - thanks.

  • @adekunleo.4114
    @adekunleo.4114 3 месяца назад +1

    Correction the Fold 3 is getting One UI 7 which would run on android 15

  • @omgtkseth
    @omgtkseth 2 месяца назад

    Thanks, I've decided to wait for the next generation of foldables given your experiences.

  • @AUPNEXT
    @AUPNEXT Месяц назад

    Whats the point of the big screen if most of it is black bars lol

  • @electricadjusting
    @electricadjusting 3 месяца назад

    Mine Fold 3 had bleeding screen inside twice, my next phone is going to be just a regular flagship

  • @samlung2724
    @samlung2724 Месяц назад

    Only problem i have with my fold 3 is the battery. Its the worst. Worse than my old lg g3. But still, im going 3yrs with the fold 3 and will have it for another yr

  • @killswitch7260
    @killswitch7260 3 месяца назад

    Fold 4 also brought a wider cover screen id say that's the biggest change in my opinion

    • @RealWorldReview
      @RealWorldReview  3 месяца назад

      Slightly wide. When they get to 21:9 or short, then it might be usable. I have been spoiled by the Pixel Fold, which has the same ratio as pretty much any standard phone. The Fold6 however looks and feels a lot better, because it’s gotten wider, especially compared to the Fold6. I have used the 4 for a day, and was not happy about it. I’ve seen the 5 and 6, but the 6 is the only one I’d consider moving forward, if you don’t like opening the phone every time you want to use it

  • @kamran7193
    @kamran7193 2 месяца назад

    I have bought a brand new Samsung galaxy z fold 3 for £395 just couldn't say no had to buy it.

  • @TaeyangParkLuxury-il2mj
    @TaeyangParkLuxury-il2mj 2 месяца назад

    Coverscreen still good, love my z fold 3.

  • @SolarErazer
    @SolarErazer 4 месяца назад

    I have z fold 3 for 2 years 4 months i will upgrade z fold 7 when it comes

    • @dantokwa1880
      @dantokwa1880 4 месяца назад

      did you have any problems with it? i've been treating it like a baby

  • @CautionHighWavesAhead-
    @CautionHighWavesAhead- 3 месяца назад

    Samsung knows people will sell their soul and won't think about it but be impulsive.

    • @TheOneDanTek
      @TheOneDanTek 2 месяца назад

      wdym, they literally aren't even that much anymore like 350 and as the avetage new mid ranger

  • @vrtrigger8684
    @vrtrigger8684 5 дней назад

    Just be carefull, Samsung pushed an update and broke Wifi on every fold 3 worldwide

  • @vrtrigger8684
    @vrtrigger8684 5 дней назад

    Beware! Had this phone for 2 years. Sent it 3 times to Samsung. There was an automatically restart, A brocken screen on the inside, Loose screenprotector on the inside. Now wifi is brocken and the outer screen stutter. Fk samsung
    oh and i forgot, i had to change both battery and usbc port myself....

  • @Only2Genders
    @Only2Genders 5 дней назад

    I just upgraded my z fold 3 to the 6 and im good for the next 5 year or so since I've had my 3 since the launch date

  • @rfrijters762
    @rfrijters762 Месяц назад

    dont buy the fold 3 no wifi/sound problem will come sooner then later. i have it now design mistake from samsung forums are full of it.

    • @RealWorldReview
      @RealWorldReview  Месяц назад

      That's the flex cable from the top to bottom board. Will happen with all Folds/Flips

    • @rfrijters762
      @rfrijters762 Месяц назад

      @@RealWorldReview yes thats why i will switch to the one plus open 2 in 2025 never samsung anymore.

    • @michaelbmw1931
      @michaelbmw1931 Месяц назад

      Shitsung * lowest quality ​@@rfrijters762

  • @tremaineakatree5335
    @tremaineakatree5335 2 месяца назад

    Thank you, thank you. I love the fold 3... size and everything... I thought I was trippin ' b/c I knew the fold 6 was not a huge upgrade.😅.. thank you! Why spend another $2,000 on minor cpu speed and graphics...oh yeah and AI features 😅(I love AI by the way)...just saying

  • @p4l4d1n7
    @p4l4d1n7 5 месяцев назад +1

    Still not a fan of the samsung bloatware.