Salute to Huawei for doing it's best despite the whole US drama. This device is great and the video and mic is finally better than previous Huawei phones.
No it isn't. The size is EXCELLENT but the outward-folding display is what AUTOMATICALLY kills its practicality. ONE DROP is all it takes and BOOM! Damaged display. IF this phone were inward-folding, then I wouldn't even look at the Galaxy Fold. However, Samsung will eventually make an inward-folding version of the Mate Xs and later on even a 10-inch version like the TCL prototype. There's a reason Samsung knew they shouldn't make an outward-folding display.
Well , ive been using galaxy fold for 2months , everything are just nice and practical , except for the camera , doesn't build in auto focus , all the photo i had taken is like a Nightmare , damn blurry
11:13 absolutely right, as consumer we need competition, monopoly is not good for us. that's why i hope huawei can get stronger and we will have more choice.
Since the launch of the original Mate X, I've been wanting to use it as a daily driver. Recently during a trip to London, I got to move into one for 48 hours (I know I said 24 hours - but I was enjoying it so much that I asked if I could have it for a full extra day). Jabs at my buddy @supersaf were all made in jest!
@@darknessviking recall how much we used to pay for a computer. Look backward, materials were bad and prices were high. However, look forward, materials improve and prices decrease.
No not really. The screens in this will get damaged very easily because of the way it folds outwards and how it's always exposed as opposed to the Galaxy fold where it's always protected.
Gian Marco Scattarreggia There's a different between a concept and an actual product. Let alone the display of "concept phone" you mentioned was made of paper.
@@jayz4evr that's a stupid notion. My phone screen is always getting rubbed to a lot of stuffs and its ok. I see no noticeable difference with a normal phone and this
Having had mine for a week now it is amazing. It also shipped with a leather Huawei branded case. This is the most amazing multitasking device and I have found myself using the 3 screens every single day. I have not really missed google and got everything I use even for business to work. It also ships with the 65w power supply. It charges so quick and on days I am not working it easily lasts all day 😊. I like the video and its pretty accurate. No compromises here 😁
I'm obsessed with checking it out. Nerding out big time. Really considering this (or wait for Fold 2). Have you tried connecting it to a keyboard? I'm considering getting rid of my Mac.
Hands down the best foldable device to date. The lack of google services is something that is overly dramatic. The reason its much more expensive compared to the other foldables is due to the fact that this is the most advanced of the foldable category. If i did have that kind of cash to burn, this is a no brainer device. The only other 'foldable' device I'd consider would be LG's V50/V60/G8X. Awesome review. Almost as good as MrWhoseTheBoss' video of the Mate XS.
I am a big fan of Huawei devices, I'd go as far as to say that they are the most innovative smartphone company out these. They have given us night mode. Periscope zoom cameras, 3 or 4 camera systems and now the floppy phone that is miles ahead of its competitors. It is the only floppy that gives you a great smartphone mode and a great tablet mode. There is also a 3rd screen on the back. Is it better than having a P40 pro and an iPad maybe not. You can get a p40 pro and iPad for 1500 bucks. However one device is always going to be more convenient then 2. Thanks Michael for coming to my city and presenting a great video.
Don't. My battery lasts less than half a day with heavy use. It's brutal. And APKPure doesn't work reliably. New security updates lock it out again and you won't be able to use the Google apps until someone cracks around it. Last one tools 2 months
Take my money... Wait, I can't afford it. But for real, this is SO dope. Huawei are unmatched both in the conventional form factor - P40 Pro+, and the the Mate XS is just nuts.
This has got to be the best foldable yet! No ugly notches, even bezels all-around, and an actual screen protector that won't damage the display when removed.
I just discovered your channel from searching the Mate Xs. While I HATE this phone ONLY because of the outward-folding display which is exposed at all times (2nd reason because of no built-in Google services), I enjoyed your review of this phone. SUBSCRIBED! 😎
Thanks you Michaeljosh for this awesome review. I was hesitate a lot between Mate XS and the Fold but i now see a lot of advantages to take the XS, bigger screen, no notch and no problem for apps.
Bro ur videos are amazing and satisfying to watch. Not every tech video is satisfying to watch but ur videos provide each and every useful information about devices. Loved the Mate Xs. After watching this video i really wanna buy that piece of tech but price is holding me back. Anyways, i enjoyed this video a lot and Mate Xs is definitely a device way ahead of the time. Love from India ❤️
You raised some really good points about Google Play Services and the Play store, that's why I'm trying to move as much as possible from native apps to webapps, particularly PWAs. The best way to get freedom from google lock-in is to move to a truly open platform. Though a lot of mobile websites, like UA-cam's, Google Map's, and Discord's, just aren't anywhere near as good as their native counterparts :(
It is REALLY the future... Congratulations Huawei for a Phone + Tablet in your pocket! I would say it is a PC if it is possible to link to a monitor and keyboard.
Great video! This phone is friggin’ dope! I want it so badly! It’s such a shame it’s so expensive. Here in Norway, it costs $2,283! Wew. I could never afford a phone that expensive.
After a few months the polyamide layers stated to lift from the screen, but the worst thing Huawei service engineers never replaced the polyamide layers, just ripped them off and cleaned the screen and sent it back to me.
Amazing review and answered most of my questions 😃. But need to know if I can activate with T-Mobile? And is this IP68 dust and water resistant. Yes I would buy this phone as my daily driver 👍
Dear yes you can install the apk bit you must point out you don't get notifications for updates and new releases until you install 3th party apps to monitor what you have.
@@gadgetmatch Mr. Michael thank you for this Wonderfull video. I watch this video every day, and it inspires me to one day buy this phone, thank you so verry much for this review. If i were a judge, i'll rate this video 15 out of 10...
What I love about the phone? Is it took some real cute pics of you cutie😍 🤩 wished they let you keep to take more cute pics. Nice video I love it huawie has shown there not letting anyone stop them from rising up.
To be honest.. Even we are in the early stage.. This may be the best foldable I've seen so far.. The specs are pretty good.. & slim bezels with no notches or no cutouts.. & you can use your main camera to take a selfie.. & don't even have to enter selfie mode
Excellent review. Very well scripted, edited and great sound/music. I wanted to subscribe then found I already was. Hit the notification bell. This is easily the best Android foldable. Disappointed that the selfie camera mode suffers from. The software side. I don't like the fact I have to use an APK store instead of Google Play. I hope Samsung makes that design for the Note series, because their two first foldable suck.
definitely looking fwd to getting this. I hope the sw updates take care of the dull and lifeless video quality and improve the still image quality a tad more.
I have said from the start that the Mate X form factor is far superior to the retro Fold. Huawei actually put some design and innovation into the phone and were not preoccupied with what can go wrong as they delved into the future. Having a contemporary look with a great front display means that you have the option of not opening it up to tablet mode unless you really need it, something Samsung with the Fold and Flip failed miserably at with a terrible design process. Not having to duplicate cameras because they are not tech savvy enough to work out sensible logistics. No gigantic notch or ridiculous 19th century bezels. Of course, it is very expensive and we are unlikely to see many discounts like the unloved Fold (now half price secondhand after 3 months). But with great design like the Mate XS we will hopefully see Samsung step up their game which with the Fold was pretty sad.
Hey Andy. Thanks for being a long-time subscriber, 4-years wow (new YT feature lets me see these things now). Agreed hope to see more devices like this soon.
Yes the Amazon app is already pre-installed, the question is, does it fully work? Um, NO! Without GMS, apps can't send notifications. The vast majority of apps rely on GMS for this feature. Yes, there is currently a workaround to get this working, but it fiddly. You may as well just use the Web Version of your favourite apps.
Yo what's up man. How are you still liking the Xs. I'm looking to purchase one here in the US ASAP. Any recommendations on where to purchase from? Thanks!
Apps purchased on Google Play that has the license check feature to detect you paid for the Pro features (in-apps purchasing)... are those working correctly? Do you tried subscriptions on Google Play? There are many subscriptions that are managed within Google Play.
This is a review phone, most youtube smartphone reviewers will receive a review unit and probably get the chance to use the device for more or less two weeks and after that they'll return it.
Knowing that soon enough, P40 Pro/Premium will bring 5cameras setup with unbelievable zooming capability, is it still worth it to purchase the Huawei Mate Xs now? Also the thought of samsung might heavily update the fold with Fold 2 is really further discourage to purchase the Huawei Mate Xs now... What do you think? I really like the phone but with all the risk and the price tag, is it still wise?
I really want this phone but can't justify the cost. Especially now, given the uncertainties of serious economic decline that's likely on the way. It looks like an amazing device.
Would have been much appreciated if you showed the pictures taken as stationary. Now the fine details cannot be perceived when the image is constantly scaling. Another thing would be to upload the original jpgs and perhaps even the RAW files for download in the description for actual pixel peeping and Lightroom testing.
Salute to Huawei for doing it's best despite the whole US drama. This device is great and the video and mic is finally better than previous Huawei phones.
this is the best execution of folding phone that actually makes sense.
No it isn't. The size is EXCELLENT but the outward-folding display is what AUTOMATICALLY kills its practicality.
ONE DROP is all it takes and BOOM! Damaged display.
IF this phone were inward-folding, then I wouldn't even look at the Galaxy Fold.
However, Samsung will eventually make an inward-folding version of the Mate Xs and later on even a 10-inch version like the TCL prototype. There's a reason Samsung knew they shouldn't make an outward-folding display.
in my opinion the galaxy fold looks more elegant
Well , ive been using galaxy fold for 2months , everything are just nice and practical , except for the camera , doesn't build in auto focus , all the photo i had taken is like a Nightmare , damn blurry
@@PSYCHOV3N0M Look backward, materials were bad and prices were high.
However, look forward, materials improve and prices decrease.
@@rover5058 elegant is the word, for the thin triangle is beautiful.
11:13 absolutely right, as consumer we need competition, monopoly is not good for us.
that's why i hope huawei can get stronger and we will have more choice.
Since the launch of the original Mate X, I've been wanting to use it as a daily driver. Recently during a trip to London, I got to move into one for 48 hours (I know I said 24 hours - but I was enjoying it so much that I asked if I could have it for a full extra day).
Jabs at my buddy @supersaf were all made in jest!
it cost what 2500 its ridiculous what a scam, just get a phone with big screen and a tablet for a fifth or sixth of the price
in performance section, you should show the benchmark scores like Antutu
@@darknessviking recall how much we used to pay for a computer.
Look backward, materials were bad and prices were high.
However, look forward, materials improve and prices decrease.
Hi Michael Jash. Whats your openion if this phone is available in $1300?
Is it worth?
What modal is this I have the Chinese version will the apps like maps work thru chrome
This really does sound like the best foldable phone design so far! Really wish I could have one someday
You haven't seen anything yet - check out the new rollable concept devices if you want your mind blown
No not really. The screens in this will get damaged very easily because of the way it folds outwards and how it's always exposed as opposed to the Galaxy fold where it's always protected.
Gian Marco Scattarreggia There's a different between a concept and an actual product. Let alone the display of "concept phone" you mentioned was made of paper.
@@jayz4evr that's a stupid notion. My phone screen is always getting rubbed to a lot of stuffs and its ok. I see no noticeable difference with a normal phone and this
@@jayz4evr Look backward, materials were bad and prices were high.
However, look forward, materials improve and prices decrease.
I can't wait to buy this in 5 years. Hopefully by then I can afford it.
Oh my God, that will be too long😀😀😀
It's almost time to purchase your phone if you haven't already
I want this phone so bad! Google Play service can be side loaded, it's not an issue. Or I can download apps from other app stores.
yes, the apps of Android system is more freely than IOS
Having had mine for a week now it is amazing. It also shipped with a leather Huawei branded case. This is the most amazing multitasking device and I have found myself using the 3 screens every single day. I have not really missed google and got everything I use even for business to work. It also ships with the 65w power supply. It charges so quick and on days I am not working it easily lasts all day 😊. I like the video and its pretty accurate. No compromises here 😁
I'm obsessed with checking it out. Nerding out big time. Really considering this (or wait for Fold 2). Have you tried connecting it to a keyboard? I'm considering getting rid of my Mac.
This is my favorite review of the Mate Xs!
I very love it!
This is absolutely the best Mate XS review out there. Perfect script and editing. Scubscribed!
everyone is eager to but this folding phone beacause of this review
The most beautiful and magnificent foldable phone ever!!! Lurve Huawei Mate X and Mate XS..
Best selfies from a phone that I've seen
Hands down the best foldable device to date. The lack of google services is something that is overly dramatic.
The reason its much more expensive compared to the other foldables is due to the fact that this is the most advanced of the foldable category.
If i did have that kind of cash to burn, this is a no brainer device. The only other 'foldable' device I'd consider would be LG's V50/V60/G8X.
Awesome review. Almost as good as MrWhoseTheBoss' video of the Mate XS.
Now i use Galaxy fold but now i interest Mate XS
Lier
I own a Mate 30 Pro and a Galaxy Fold, I think the Mate Xs is a definite fit for me.
Galaxy fold is not worth it too expensive im buying the mate 40 when it comes out
I am a big fan of Huawei devices, I'd go as far as to say that they are the most innovative smartphone company out these. They have given us night mode. Periscope zoom cameras, 3 or 4 camera systems and now the floppy phone that is miles ahead of its competitors. It is the only floppy that gives you a great smartphone mode and a great tablet mode. There is also a 3rd screen on the back. Is it better than having a P40 pro and an iPad maybe not. You can get a p40 pro and iPad for 1500 bucks. However one device is always going to be more convenient then 2. Thanks Michael for coming to my city and presenting a great video.
I really like the review and I'm satisfied. I'm gonna say the Huawei Mate XS is the best foldable smartphone.
Don't. My battery lasts less than half a day with heavy use. It's brutal. And APKPure doesn't work reliably. New security updates lock it out again and you won't be able to use the Google apps until someone cracks around it. Last one tools 2 months
Take my money... Wait, I can't afford it. But for real, this is SO dope. Huawei are unmatched both in the conventional form factor - P40 Pro+, and the the Mate XS is just nuts.
Thanks for your review which is 10 times more I interesting than 90% of other reviews on any platform. Following you since now 😘
Wow! Amazing review. Best review of the year so far
Congrats MICHAELJOSH:, Best reviews ever!!!
Thank you!
This has got to be the best foldable yet! No ugly notches, even bezels all-around, and an actual screen protector that won't damage the display when removed.
I just discovered your channel from searching the Mate Xs. While I HATE this phone ONLY because of the outward-folding display which is exposed at all times (2nd reason because of no built-in Google services), I enjoyed your review of this phone.
SUBSCRIBED! 😎
Class commentary/analysis/video. Love the phone, it's for me as a daily driver.
Thanks you Michaeljosh for this awesome review. I was hesitate a lot between Mate XS and the Fold but i now see a lot of advantages to take the XS, bigger screen, no notch and no problem for apps.
Bro ur videos are amazing and satisfying to watch. Not every tech video is satisfying to watch but ur videos provide each and every useful information about devices. Loved the Mate Xs. After watching this video i really wanna buy that piece of tech but price is holding me back. Anyways, i enjoyed this video a lot and Mate Xs is definitely a device way ahead of the time. Love from India ❤️
Thank you. Appreciate it.
Very Informative!, and very Enjoyable!
You raised some really good points about Google Play Services and the Play store, that's why I'm trying to move as much as possible from native apps to webapps, particularly PWAs. The best way to get freedom from google lock-in is to move to a truly open platform. Though a lot of mobile websites, like UA-cam's, Google Map's, and Discord's, just aren't anywhere near as good as their native counterparts :(
11:10 Exactly what a tech channel should talk about.
This is the premium n the best cell phone of 2020 n most elegant cell phone I wish I would buy one as soon as possible.best of luck Engineers.
Great review. Balanced and fair comments. Thanks for unravelling the uncertainty about the Google apps on Huawei.
Your best review till date. And this phone looks amazing!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
@@gadgetmatch hey man you can displaying indonesian subtittles?
Take care of Corona Virus, brother.. We always wanted you to stay healthy..
Thank you. Doing my best, hard when you have to review phones out in the real world.
keep you prejudice out of the conversation please
I love the way huawei develops an idea for futuristic fones that wont rely on Google...👍🎉
Best folding phone to date. I would happily skip all other "foldables"
Agreed!!!!
Wait for Samsung "Champ" or Fold 2
I'm your fan from VietNam 🇻🇳 and i just want you know that 👍👍 thank you
Hi from Syria you're great people
I like that you pointed out how people are so dependent on Google for almost everything.
The best foldable BY FAR! Can't wait for when it becomes less expensive!
It is REALLY the future... Congratulations Huawei for a Phone + Tablet in your pocket! I would say it is a PC if it is possible to link to a monitor and keyboard.
Great video! This phone is friggin’ dope! I want it so badly! It’s such a shame it’s so expensive. Here in Norway, it costs $2,283! Wew. I could never afford a phone that expensive.
After a few months the polyamide layers stated to lift from the screen, but the worst thing Huawei service engineers never replaced the polyamide layers, just ripped them off and cleaned the screen and sent it back to me.
Amazing review and answered most of my questions 😃. But need to know if I can activate with T-Mobile? And is this IP68 dust and water resistant. Yes I would buy this phone as my daily driver 👍
Best phone best reviewer keep it up greetings from Damascus
great viodeo mate, i'll buy that phone !!!!
this video is the best one that i've ever seen about huawei mate xs.
Excellent review. Keep up the good work.
Thank you.
I want one in my coming birthday 🙈❤!
Super great review. Enjoyed it. You got a new subscriber.
Great vid, but the price section made it an ad more than anything
Dear yes you can install the apk bit you must point out you don't get notifications for updates and new releases until you install 3th party apps to monitor what you have.
Great phone. Great video. 10/10 👏👏
Thank you.
@@gadgetmatch Mr. Michael thank you for this Wonderfull video. I watch this video every day, and it inspires me to one day buy this phone, thank you so verry much for this review.
If i were a judge, i'll rate this video 15 out of 10...
You made the best point, what if the eggs basket holder will take all away
What I love about the phone? Is it took some real cute pics of you cutie😍 🤩 wished they let you keep to take more cute pics. Nice video I love it huawie has shown there not letting anyone stop them from rising up.
Is this your house? Have you done a house tour yet? I love it!
Great video. 2500 for a phone/tablet just because it's foldable. That's ridiculously high. You can buy a car for that price
Hope Gadgetmatch will have its own app.
I hope that they improve the durability in the future. I can't affort my keys to scrats my 2,5 k phones plastic screen!
True. I want a phone that i can use without worrying about how fragile it is.
To be honest.. Even we are in the early stage.. This may be the best foldable I've seen so far.. The specs are pretty good.. & slim bezels with no notches or no cutouts.. & you can use your main camera to take a selfie.. & don't even have to enter selfie mode
Nobody: How durable is it?
Techrax: Let's do a 100m drop test.
Excellent review. Very well scripted, edited and great sound/music. I wanted to subscribe then found I already was. Hit the notification bell. This is easily the best Android foldable. Disappointed that the selfie camera mode suffers from. The software side. I don't like the fact I have to use an APK store instead of Google Play. I hope Samsung makes that design for the Note series, because their two first foldable suck.
I like it more than Galaxy fold! But foldable phones too much expensive.
this device is underatted
Agreed.
It's good to remark.
No GApps at all.
I will get it in Australia, ETA April
definitely looking fwd to getting this. I hope the sw updates take care of the dull and lifeless video quality and improve the still image quality a tad more.
Indeed ,best designed phone for 2020,where can I get ...
I have said from the start that the Mate X form factor is far superior to the retro Fold. Huawei actually put some design and innovation into the phone and were not preoccupied with what can go wrong as they delved into the future. Having a contemporary look with a great front display means that you have the option of not opening it up to tablet mode unless you really need it, something Samsung with the Fold and Flip failed miserably at with a terrible design process. Not having to duplicate cameras because they are not tech savvy enough to work out sensible logistics. No gigantic notch or ridiculous 19th century bezels.
Of course, it is very expensive and we are unlikely to see many discounts like the unloved Fold (now half price secondhand after 3 months). But with great design like the Mate XS we will hopefully see Samsung step up their game which with the Fold was pretty sad.
Hey Andy. Thanks for being a long-time subscriber, 4-years wow (new YT feature lets me see these things now). Agreed hope to see more devices like this soon.
@@gadgetmatch Cheers, but no need for thanks, a great channel that deserves our support. Keep up the good work!
Quite a good review with lots of details
Yes the Amazon app is already pre-installed, the question is, does it fully work? Um, NO! Without GMS, apps can't send notifications. The vast majority of apps rely on GMS for this feature. Yes, there is currently a workaround to get this working, but it fiddly. You may as well just use the Web Version of your favourite apps.
Awesome review, will def get my hands on one soon
The photos look very soft.
luv how thorough ur reviews r!!! keep up the great work :)
The Best review &
Don't keep all eggs in one basket - good
Yo what's up man. How are you still liking the Xs. I'm looking to purchase one here in the US ASAP. Any recommendations on where to purchase from? Thanks!
Very honest review 👍
Is the phone unlock and will it work in the US for carriers like ATT, Verizon, Tmobile?
Waiting to get one
This is in Paddington, Norfolk square. I live there. Haha
Excellent review!! I do all bands work well for T-Mobile?
Apps purchased on Google Play that has the license check feature to detect you paid for the Pro features (in-apps purchasing)... are those working correctly? Do you tried subscriptions on Google Play? There are many subscriptions that are managed within Google Play.
Great you called out the risk of one company for all.
oh em gee this Xs of huawei is looks hood and big... you have a lots of gadgat idol.
This is a review phone, most youtube smartphone reviewers will receive a review unit and probably get the chance to use the device for more or less two weeks and after that they'll return it.
Almost everything nicely phrased...thanks for the review.
Great review, thanks! Does it have stereo speakers? If so, how is the sound?
Another phone that I can't afford 😢 😢
how about video calls if there are no front cameras, may I ask?
Thanks!
Well done on this review.. Making me itchy to switch fron LG V50 dual screen... 😜
Knowing that soon enough, P40 Pro/Premium will bring 5cameras setup with unbelievable zooming capability, is it still worth it to purchase the Huawei Mate Xs now? Also the thought of samsung might heavily update the fold with Fold 2 is really further discourage to purchase the Huawei Mate Xs now... What do you think? I really like the phone but with all the risk and the price tag, is it still wise?
A leather holster? I want the mate Xs now so I can be a high tech cowboy 🤠
Great features, no more relying on google that's good too.. but oh my god 2,500 euros that's almost 140,000 philippine pesos.
im gonna by this ... thanks MICHAEL JOSH
I really want this phone but can't justify the cost. Especially now, given the uncertainties of serious economic decline that's likely on the way. It looks like an amazing device.
There is something that looks like Coronavirus behind you 0:44
Where can i order this i cant find it anywhere /
Hi what is the phone clearity like
Will the Blackberry Work (& Access) work on the Huawei XS
wish samsung or any other trusted company will make foldable phone like this
Does it have the UA-cam app?
Would have been much appreciated if you showed the pictures taken as stationary. Now the fine details cannot be perceived when the image is constantly scaling. Another thing would be to upload the original jpgs and perhaps even the RAW files for download in the description for actual pixel peeping and Lightroom testing.
one reason that USA does not ban Samsung is that Samsung is not a south Korean company already