A Long Term Galaxy Z Fold 5 Review - 5 Months Later!

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  • @zakbrown760
    @zakbrown760 3 місяці тому +54

    Alot of people complain about the cover screen not being that wide but hell its perfect for one handed use

    • @mitchp30
      @mitchp30 2 місяці тому +2

      That's actually one of the big reasons I'm thinking about switching from the s23 ultra.. this things a beast. I use the one handed mode but love the big screen, so the fold makes more sense

    • @MICROKNIGHT3000
      @MICROKNIGHT3000 Місяць тому +1

      If everyone wants to use it onr handed that is. Plus and minus, minus and plus. Many sides.

    • @jbuggyps2
      @jbuggyps2 Місяць тому +2

      I remember when phones used to be one handed devices....... I miss them. I'm hoping the fold 6 still has the narrow screen

    • @elvisvan
      @elvisvan 17 днів тому

      yes and i wish it would have been 21:9 aspect ratio, not the weird 23.1:9

  • @lincolnliking
    @lincolnliking 4 місяці тому +22

    I recently got the z fold 4. My first folding phone. I am in love. Whats shocking me is how much I love the cover sceeen. Having a one handed device is so refreshing. If its a little wider it wouldn't bother me but i hve zero issues using the narrow screen. Love it

  • @AK__Productions
    @AK__Productions 4 місяці тому +27

    I bought Fold5. It is my first foldable phone and I don't want to go back to a normal phone. It is so much better to use beautiful big screen with "boxy" aspect ratio compared to those screens that normal phones have.

    • @kingwolf3697
      @kingwolf3697 2 місяці тому +1

      True❤❤❤

    • @dualbill
      @dualbill Місяць тому

      It's good but not durable. In 9-10 month you need to change inner protective film. In 1,5 year your phone will go to service up to 30 days, under warranty, because of folding mechanism. Samsung will repair it (replace with new one, include new inner screen) but you will need a new phone. If it's ok, it's fine. So it's better to sell it in 1 year after buying. But the price for used Samsung phone's, especially foldable is dramatically low.

  • @1966msteel
    @1966msteel 4 місяці тому +21

    Love my Z Fold 5. It's very convenient for me to use both closed and opened up.

  • @apollstar1
    @apollstar1 4 місяці тому +16

    I think the camera on the tablet is necessary. People probably want to do video calls with the tablet open. Doesn't need to be taken away.

  • @chicagobearsfan5026
    @chicagobearsfan5026 4 місяці тому +21

    I just went from my Z Fold 3 to the s24 Ultra and I would have to say, I'm missing my Fold 3. The Ultra is a nice phone but I think I'm going to send this phone back and either get the Fold 5 or wait for the Fold 6. Really having regrets switching phones.

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  4 місяці тому +4

      The fold really does hit different

    • @quentonk8102
      @quentonk8102 3 місяці тому +1

      Same, but I love the ultra24. I only miss gaming and watching UA-cam on the inner screen. Never felt the multitasking worked like I hoped. it was just too big and too small all at once

    • @chicagobearsfan5026
      @chicagobearsfan5026 3 місяці тому

      @@quentonk8102 I would have to agree 💯

    • @Todd41R
      @Todd41R Місяць тому +2

      I had a working ZF3 for 6 months refurbished from Amazon till it died out of any warranty.
      Got the S23U and after 6 months had to get the ZF5 LOVE IT!
      I won't be getting another Z Fold until the S pen is internal and works on cover screen with latest camera and wider cover screen.

    • @kavinab6629
      @kavinab6629 5 днів тому

      I couldn't go back to a normal phone now after using the fold. Did you end up going back to the fold?

  • @alexstruenorth
    @alexstruenorth 4 місяці тому +6

    Didnt realise how much i would love my black and blue exclusive z fold 5 compared to the s23u or fold4

  • @Babus0928
    @Babus0928 3 місяці тому +9

    I switched from 15pro max to fold 5 as my primary phone now.. It's really nice and i feel far better than fold4..love it😘

  • @ApolloIE780
    @ApolloIE780 Місяць тому +1

    Given the 1800$ price tag, Z Fold 6 needs:
    Bluetooth built-in S pen.
    Best cameras available.
    Fastest charging on the market.
    Wider cover screen.

  • @leviandhiro3596
    @leviandhiro3596 4 місяці тому +9

    The outer screen needs to be wider and 5000mAh battey but im liking my fold5

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  4 місяці тому +1

      Very fair assessments

  • @Yorkie321
    @Yorkie321 2 місяці тому +5

    Internal camera is for video calls, and is fine for that

    • @raminraw
      @raminraw Місяць тому +1

      Dude I was like what is he saying 😭 I came here expecting the top 10 comments to be about that

  • @rommelalmanza846
    @rommelalmanza846 2 місяці тому +5

    Awesome review. thank you for that.

  • @dmperri
    @dmperri 3 місяці тому +6

    I purchased mine (512gb lt blue) as a refurbished unit for 50% off. It's been working great and purchasing refurbished made it a great value as well.

    • @javierjimenez3627
      @javierjimenez3627 3 місяці тому +2

      Where can I purchase a refurbish?

    • @dmperri
      @dmperri 3 місяці тому

      @@javierjimenez3627 I found mine through Amazon

  • @widuralatest
    @widuralatest 2 місяці тому +9

    What do you mean don’t expect flagship quality? Isn’t this the flagship phone of Samsung?

    • @haseungjung605
      @haseungjung605 17 днів тому

      flagship is the "galaxy s" series like the s23. s24 etc

  • @user-cr6ki4qs4y
    @user-cr6ki4qs4y 3 місяці тому +2

    I think the inside camera should remain for full screen video conferencing. Even if it does lack in quality to the others. Gaming and video play is nice having the camera hide and camera module hiding. They could improve it which would be better.

  • @anishjoseph9168
    @anishjoseph9168 3 місяці тому +2

    good info underrated channel

  • @Tiger24kicks
    @Tiger24kicks 4 місяці тому +3

    I just got the 24 Ultra a week ago was thinking of getting the Z Fold 6 but i had to think for that price i can get the S9 Ultra tablet and have something bigger and serve my need.

  • @SereneBliss
    @SereneBliss 14 днів тому +1

    Great job with the review

  • @user-ge4es9qx1m
    @user-ge4es9qx1m 9 днів тому

    Its unbelievable when people complain about cover screen
    But i bought the z fold 5 for its shape and its design
    I deeply love that shit

  • @davidfromdownunder
    @davidfromdownunder Місяць тому +1

    Thanks mate, great review 👍 JB HiFi currently have ZFold 5 on sale $1'999 AUD for 256gb or $2'199 / 512GB. 1 week ago they also had a $400 voucher to use on top of trade in!
    I have a Flip 5 and wishing to upgrade to the Fold 5 for my aging 48 year old eyes. I love my Flip for it's compact design yet I un Flip it too often as the cover screen is way too small to view anything. I plan to do exactly as you state using the front screen for usual phone activity (EG: replies to notifications, general phone usage) whilst opening / unfolding for viewing content on that large mini tablet like screen.
    I am a semi pro photographer owning Fuji XT and XH mirrorless gear, I plan to use the Fold for minor tweaking via light room in post production, post to Insta, etc especially whilst shooting landscape work travelling around Oz.
    How have you found this experience in your opinion for 'on the go' editing? I plan to start a channel and use the Fold for editing as well.
    Any advice on your experience here? Perhaps should I hold off for the Fold 6 / Fold 6 ULTRA or maybe Pixel 9 Pro FOLD (IF that releases in Australia come October this year)
    BTW... its refreshing to see an Aussie's perspective on the Fold 5 for a change. Just subscribed to your channel

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  Місяць тому +1

      Might be good to wait and see what the Fold 6 has to offer imo. The fold 5 however if you can get it at a good price is still excellent for casual editing on the go!

  • @topher.m
    @topher.m 4 місяці тому +2

    Hey CJ, what watch is that? Looks like a Cartier Basculante!?

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  3 місяці тому +1

      I wish it was a Cartier Basculante! It's a much cheaper alternative called a Vario Versa 😁

  • @Chris34720
    @Chris34720 2 місяці тому +3

    Great video just bought the s24 ultra in voilet tempted to return for the fold 5

    • @enginethatcould5257
      @enginethatcould5257 2 місяці тому

      I did. Had 24 ultra and returned it in my 14 day return window and got the fold 5. And I have zero regrets and will never go back to a brick phone again!! Will upgrade to fold 7.

  • @nostromosx8875
    @nostromosx8875 10 днів тому

    I recently acquired the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5, as my previous device, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, had become too costly to repair.😢

  • @JEBEmpires
    @JEBEmpires Місяць тому

    I want to know how the canva app responds on this phone!

  • @abrahamjohn966
    @abrahamjohn966 Місяць тому

    I have been using my fold 5 and it's my personal opinion the phone is really handy and the front screen is something I love to type single handed ❤

  • @MICROKNIGHT3000
    @MICROKNIGHT3000 Місяць тому

    Man spigen is cooking. Wish I can buy fold 5 one day or 7...depending which exterior design is better when it releases

  • @jamarrthornwell3490
    @jamarrthornwell3490 3 місяці тому

    The Camara in the screen is great for zoom calls because you can use it with flex mode.

  • @MK_1Ultra
    @MK_1Ultra 3 місяці тому +1

    I just ordered it. Hopefully, it works better than the 22 Ultra. Wish the front display was a litter wider, but it still looks awesome nonetheless.

  • @venedar
    @venedar 2 місяці тому

    Wow nice, with thoose reflection it can be used as mirror at the same time your browsning the net, no more darkmode I guess ..

  • @kevinmonahan54
    @kevinmonahan54 Місяць тому

    5:49 is that how all video looks may as well just have a regular phone not a fold and turn it sideways at full screen its the same size

  • @robking12697
    @robking12697 Місяць тому +1

    The inner camera is oerfect for video calls.

  • @nateb3454
    @nateb3454 19 днів тому

    Inside camera def mainly for face unlock, wouldnt want it removed

  • @andrewbaines1536
    @andrewbaines1536 4 місяці тому +3

    Great review. Wife had a Z Fold 4, she loved it, screen protector cracked (which they all do), Samsung replaced it but it came back with pixel burn in it. They wouldn't replace phone but gave money back, disappointing because she really liked it.

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  4 місяці тому +2

      That’s a shame because they really are nice phones, but at least you got your money back

    • @andrewbaines1536
      @andrewbaines1536 4 місяці тому +1

      @CJYing I have a flip 4 as well but screen protector broke on that as well, just waiting on new screen protector. I bought an s23, love it.

    • @msmuflehi3351
      @msmuflehi3351 3 місяці тому +2

      How long until your screen protector broke since purchased?

    • @andrewbaines1536
      @andrewbaines1536 3 місяці тому

      @@msmuflehi3351 Probably 6 months.

    • @andrewbaines1536
      @andrewbaines1536 2 місяці тому

      @@msmuflehi3351 probably 6 months in.

  • @ionutbadea4241
    @ionutbadea4241 3 місяці тому +1

    what racing game did you try?

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  3 місяці тому

      Real Racing 3!

  • @elvisvan
    @elvisvan 17 днів тому

    this is not a so-called "long term" review, it's just a review because there's no detailed usage scenarios described, no battery statistics, no bug notices or even co.parison to its predecessor (z fold4)

  • @GAMIR_SFM
    @GAMIR_SFM 3 місяці тому

    7:22 It doesn't happen when you remove the screen protector that comes pre-installed since now you will be touching the UTG 🤔

  • @ayo0o0o0o0
    @ayo0o0o0o0 Місяць тому +1

    Getting mine on Monday.
    GOODBYE IPHONE!
    Thank the loooord.

  • @Icemanz666
    @Icemanz666 2 місяці тому +1

    Which case is that?

    • @MICROKNIGHT3000
      @MICROKNIGHT3000 Місяць тому

      Its in the video title, Spigen Tough Armor Pro Case

  • @philiposbourne3038
    @philiposbourne3038 16 днів тому

    How are people so daft as not to know to the cover screen is perfect for one handed use!

  • @taebebe9528
    @taebebe9528 13 днів тому

    Love my fold 5 I bought it recently bcz of the size of Fold 6 would be bigger dont know will be better depends how thick and how much it weighs, but I like the front screen to be smaller bcz of one hand us not have the biggest hands myself. I love the tablet function now I got it all a phone handsize and a tablet. For me the perfect Fold would be lighter and less thick and ofcourse mybe better cameras and so on, but love the size to use as a phone and tablet to use as tablet!

  • @lennoxboodram3798
    @lennoxboodram3798 3 місяці тому

    Did Samsung recall the z fold 5 and or discontinued this phone

  • @andryadams
    @andryadams 2 місяці тому +1

    It's a VERTU!

  • @rushfortacos
    @rushfortacos 4 місяці тому +17

    Swapped to the oneplus open and can't emphasize just how unnecessary it is to have that narrow width. The fact is you can't use the phone unfolded at all times because it's a tablet. If the outer screen is only for at a glance then it just pins you in a corner. You can have a normal screen and a tablet instead of an odd screen and a tablet. Samsung needs to catch up.

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  4 місяці тому +4

      💯 I need to get my hands on one!

    • @MrMikeDao
      @MrMikeDao 4 місяці тому +14

      I tried both, I understand your logic. I went with the fold 5. The narrow width of the samsung makes it easier for one hand use opposed to the one plus. When I need more screen then I'll just open it up. Narrow screen for quicker simple things. I don't need two big screens

    • @rushfortacos
      @rushfortacos 4 місяці тому +1

      @@MrMikeDao the opens screen is a bit wider but the phone is thinner. I had both at the same time. Both were identical to use one handed. It's screen is the same width of a standard iPhone screen.

    • @karishma_k
      @karishma_k 9 днів тому +3

      Hey! It's been 4 months. How is your OnePlus now? Are you satisfied with it? I'm planning to buy one soon but am afraid the screen might break or something…

  • @bryman31
    @bryman31 3 місяці тому +3

    those camera shots are garbage. those are equal to the a25 at best.. they really dropped the ball on this $1800.00 phone with crappy cameras

    • @pa3ktotus
      @pa3ktotus 3 місяці тому +7

      I am a professional photographer and this is totally not true. I have a Z Fold 5 and the photos are really good. In some situations more polished than S23 U...

    • @raptorphotography2916
      @raptorphotography2916 3 місяці тому +2

      You liar 😂

  • @sargentcorpral22
    @sargentcorpral22 4 місяці тому +4

    Honestly when it comes to phones y'all asking for da wrong things n looking for da wrong things #whichissad

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  4 місяці тому +3

      I’d love to hear what you think are the right things to look and ask for. Always willing to learn 🫡

    • @sargentcorpral22
      @sargentcorpral22 4 місяці тому +3

      @@CJYing I respect ur reply n do say that we will never get everything we want in one phone cause everyone has a specific trait or something they look for in a phone, phones need to be more durable n last longer but obviously they won't because they make new phones every 6 to 7 months jus for money

    • @sargentcorpral22
      @sargentcorpral22 4 місяці тому

      @@CJYing to give a proper response is to say I look forward to da technology

  • @MrJifford
    @MrJifford 4 місяці тому +2

    Guys be aware dont buy this phone easy to break for less than a year hardware issue charging port need to replace

    • @jr2saints
      @jr2saints 4 місяці тому +5

      Speak English

    • @OddyTT
      @OddyTT 4 місяці тому +1

      @@jr2saintsfr 😂

    • @CJYing
      @CJYing  4 місяці тому +1

      What

    • @diagnostician001
      @diagnostician001 4 місяці тому

      Have you had this phone?

    • @MrJifford
      @MrJifford 4 місяці тому

      Yesss, why i commented your video if i dont have experience this phone