the 2019 Motorola Razr in 2024?: Let’s Explore!

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  • Опубліковано 30 жов 2024

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  • @Eric-dh5pf
    @Eric-dh5pf 6 місяців тому +100

    surprisingly, the flexible screen is fully functional even the hinge is badly damaged

    • @derealized797
      @derealized797 4 місяці тому +2

      They shouldn't have gone with it, while it is interesting to see a screen flex like that, the novelty wears off fast. Maybe as a collectors version not meant for daily use. I think using multiple screens separate like, that could have worked out better.

    • @sargera1
      @sargera1 3 місяці тому

      ​@@derealized797like the old Kyocera echo?
      Or just like old Samsung w2019

  • @mhtmht3604
    @mhtmht3604 6 місяців тому +74

    It had potential

  • @b3njamin602
    @b3njamin602 6 місяців тому +81

    FR! This phone was amazing, especially considering how shallow the crease was! (despite the hinge problems......)

    • @marlon.8051
      @marlon.8051 6 місяців тому +8

      i mean it having a mid end snap 7 processor for 1500$ sucks

  • @SeanDoe86
    @SeanDoe86 5 місяців тому +68

    You got scammed. How exactly is this refurbished? Nothing about this phone is refurbished. They just labeled it refurbished and did absolutely nothing. Always avoid buying anything that says refurbished

    • @randomchannel9331
      @randomchannel9331 3 місяці тому +7

      That screw in the frame probably is from them "refurbishing" it very poorly lol but that is just a guess

  • @nics9840
    @nics9840 5 місяців тому +7

    The ad for this phone is incredible genuinely the best marketing I’ve seen for a phone.

  • @milesnewplot
    @milesnewplot 26 днів тому +2

    I use one of these for my daily driver and it's really cool. I got it for an incredible discount at 30 dollars because of the crease. It's fun to use.

  • @Chartibar
    @Chartibar 6 місяців тому +71

    before zflip, this is my dream phone as a highschooler. it's compact and an android also. I'm now a graduating student and will purchase one when i have a job just for life accomplishment award

    • @NickdeBey
      @NickdeBey 6 місяців тому +3

      Why though

    • @Ardiar21
      @Ardiar21 6 місяців тому +8

      Honestly nice to have little bucket list things like that. On a side note though, Motorola is still making new foldable nowadays, a lot more usable if not slightly boring looking.

    • @HyperFleX77
      @HyperFleX77 6 місяців тому +7

      Get the razr+ instead, it's the newest motorola foldable and it's really good, you can use any app from the exterior screen and it actually covers the whole front

    • @inobaebee
      @inobaebee 5 місяців тому +4

      Not a fan of these flip phones thing. Reminds me of a women Lip balm. Lol

    • @phatthesaigonese7947
      @phatthesaigonese7947 4 місяці тому

      ZFlips from Samsung are so bad.

  • @MotorolaFans
    @MotorolaFans 5 місяців тому +3

    The razr 2019 failed because of delays, components were produced in Wuhan, and very few units went out to retailers. Stock got better 6 months later, when lockdown was taking place. CNET video made it get lot of hate, and tech media hated on its camera and design. Actual phone owners loved it and you can see many verizon, best buy or amazon reviews about it. But Motorola listened to tech media more than its users, and the razr ended up getting more refined into a modern foldable that looks nothing like the original razr, but is very capable. If you ask me, I would take a nostalgic original design over the current razr 2023 phones.

  • @Salvatorez1980
    @Salvatorez1980 6 місяців тому +19

    I love the selfies you took for this video. Just a silly goofy guy having fun

  • @RabbitWatchShop
    @RabbitWatchShop 6 місяців тому +223

    I can see why it failed. Screen looks absolutely atrocious. The obviously noticeable crease is an eyesore. Screen too glossy. For the initial asking price, I’m sure most said nah, used their funds for a flagship iPhone or Samsung, and saved about $400 after tax. Obsolete junk

    • @itbwen9672
      @itbwen9672 6 місяців тому +21

      Everything said there, was said for the Samsung flip. What's different eh? Shittier screens, very obvious crease, reflective, and fragile mf screen. Your nail would literally leave an indention on the screen of the flips. I'm sure they didn't take their money and got a flip. Ain't saving money with that. 🤷 Can hate all you want. But it's no different than getting a flip. Better reader location than the flip tho. Nicer bsck screen. Comparable hardware. Bout the same price of the flip of the year it released. Man, I can go on, and not based off of a video. Actual hands on my friend. All three brands. The razr was objectively better than the flips, but not Samsungs actual flagships; like the ultra.

    • @RabbitWatchShop
      @RabbitWatchShop 6 місяців тому

      @@itbwen9672 Chill. Go outside.

    • @EtanMarlin
      @EtanMarlin 6 місяців тому +25

      i dont know that id be so aggressive as to call it junk, i mean its kinda cool that they were willing to do something different with the design, kinda cool how they based it off there original phone. definitely obsolete though haha

    • @SurvivalSpec
      @SurvivalSpec 6 місяців тому +4

      no u

    • @RabbitWatchShop
      @RabbitWatchShop 6 місяців тому +3

      @@SurvivalSpec don’t be in your feelings over a failed phone call

  • @MagretPereira73
    @MagretPereira73 6 місяців тому +11

    Hi there! Im One of your subscribers since 2022 who loves all of your videos as always! Please make a video about Motorola Razr V3. Because it was one of my first and most iconic cell phone of 2010. I hope you will.
    -Thank you!

  • @aurorablaize
    @aurorablaize 6 місяців тому +46

    Soooo glad Motorola got their act together. You can get a 2023 razr for like 100-150 on contract and 400 off.
    Can't imagine paying over 1000 for this.

  • @jbxfile20
    @jbxfile20 6 місяців тому +4

    Wow nice vid John!

  • @dennisthebrony2022
    @dennisthebrony2022 6 місяців тому +7

    8:11 The Galaxy Fold reminds me of the DS/3DS, especially with the folding split screen and S-Pen.

    • @derealized797
      @derealized797 4 місяці тому

      Just like those, they should have used multiple screens together, rather than one big flexible folding screen. It could have gone better if they worked that out somehow.

    • @markusweger1267
      @markusweger1267 4 місяці тому

      the fold is folded a real full-fledged smartphone

  • @cristibratu5616
    @cristibratu5616 6 місяців тому +5

    He's back!

  • @emward6858
    @emward6858 6 місяців тому +8

    I much prefer the original Motorola v3 😁

    • @ChristmasMorning1995
      @ChristmasMorning1995 6 місяців тому +1

      Same

    • @alpzepta
      @alpzepta 6 місяців тому +3

      Yeah Lenovo can’t replicate the true Motorola quality especially the part where he failed to close the phone and you can lift up the oled screen with a clipper and even fingernail. Only reason why Thinkpad is so good is because of IBM oh wait Thinkpad aren’t great anymore these days so they lose IBM identity and also Motorola identity when they bought those two companies

    • @archux_
      @archux_ Місяць тому

      ​@@alpzeptawhat are you yapping about, the phone couldn't close because there was a literal screw in the frame and the screen gap is because of the poorly done refurbishing job

    • @alpzepta
      @alpzepta Місяць тому

      @@archux_ Well a hinge is more likely a refurbishers fault but the fact that there are gaps on the OLED screen that can be lift up by finger it is not right. I have more problems with a new Thinkpad though. Lenovo's Thinkpad design decisions after 2019 (like T490 and newer) are horrible and now they look like any other laptop
      Lenovo needs to step up and make Motorola and Thinkpad what they are or they might get sue like Sharp did to a Hisense by an IBM or Motorola themself for trying to ruin a reputation of those legendary brands

  • @houstoner
    @houstoner 6 місяців тому +4

    I'm glad I held off until the 2023 Razr+ as it looks and feels durable compared to this 2019 one.

  • @frozencowboy6552
    @frozencowboy6552 5 місяців тому +1

    I have the Motorola rzr ultra smart phone. No buttons just the screen. It folds great. I can assure you folding phones are not failing.

  • @SonicCDspeedrunArchives
    @SonicCDspeedrunArchives 2 місяці тому

    Since the 2019 Razr was Verizon exclusive it saved most people from being tempted. The Razr 5G was actually legit and has a handful of UA-cam vids talking about how nice it still was a couple years in. I used it for three years and it still felt like it was brand new at the end, my aunt is using it now.

  • @YarugumaSou
    @YarugumaSou 6 місяців тому +6

    What a pity. I hope they'd return to this design one day. The new ones look boring.

  • @boot_leg_ramen_noodle
    @boot_leg_ramen_noodle 4 місяці тому

    Dude, this phone look amazing and I applaud Motorola for trying to put some fun variety out there !

  • @victorj.montfort1916
    @victorj.montfort1916 6 місяців тому +3

    This phone was just a poor, weak attempt from Motorola trying to relive their glorious days; but failing in the process. It ended up being a spectacular flop. It was stupidly expensive and not at all functional for standars from 2019 and on.

  • @Rod-bp8ow
    @Rod-bp8ow 6 місяців тому +5

    The BRAND MOTOROLA was able to establish a wide clientele amongst the markets. It is not on a loss...since it is able to manufacture millions of items that are still used today, and some of its product lines. It has a promising year(s) ahead.

  • @Myjacob99
    @Myjacob99 6 місяців тому +3

    I see you with the Collin abroadcast

    • @johnzoid74
      @johnzoid74  6 місяців тому +1

      haha love that guy. I traveled to Brazil with my wife in Nov last year and bartered with markets there but didn’t record any of it lol

  • @JBLAST101
    @JBLAST101 3 місяці тому

    I have this phone it still works perfectly it’s a real conversation starter 😊

  • @FeloniousSavage
    @FeloniousSavage 2 місяці тому

    I have the Motorola Razr 2024 and it's amazing, can't even tell there's a crease in the screen unless you look for it and it has 8gb ram 256gb storage and the new external display is a 3.6 in 1080p AMOLED panel ...

  • @openoid101
    @openoid101 6 місяців тому +6

    It's 2024 and I'm using RAZR 2019 as a daily phone. My RAZR is still alive and looks gorgeous. Times go by, all samsung's screens cracks and cracks and cracks...But RAZR is still alive. Just because his ancient flexible display is way better quality, than any Samsung's of OPPO's or any other (especially way better than Tecno). I've shoozen silicone, not a useless ''flexible glass'' (dead birthed technology)

  • @_The_Worst_
    @_The_Worst_ 6 місяців тому +3

    Interesting to see...🤘🏼💯✔️

  • @michaelwright2875
    @michaelwright2875 4 місяці тому +1

    How is 2019 so long ago now 5 yrs ago is crazy!!

    • @Rkcerw88
      @Rkcerw88 4 місяці тому +1

      Am using a Fold 5 now but literally have the 2019 Razr sitting next to me....wife keeps telling me to sell but I can't, nostalgia plus feels like I just got it 😢

  • @ThrillaDX
    @ThrillaDX 4 місяці тому

    I think a big issue with the new Razr was marketing for sure. To this day when I tell people Motorola re-released a new Razr most people are shocked and had no idea.

  • @JoeMama-bj9jw
    @JoeMama-bj9jw 6 місяців тому +3

    If the price wasnt so fucking high it would have done better. I wouldnt give the folding too much heat as folding smart phones are like prototype tier currently. They'll improve over time, but price is key and the price is too high

  • @_kjt0
    @_kjt0 6 місяців тому +11

    back in my day

  • @katlynklassen809
    @katlynklassen809 6 місяців тому +2

    2019 was kind of peak cooky for phones.

  • @user-nd7rd8jo6h
    @user-nd7rd8jo6h 6 місяців тому +6

    I got a zfold 5 and i loooooove it. I dont even open it up all that much so the hinge is going to have an exceptionally long life.

    • @samlung2724
      @samlung2724 4 місяці тому +1

      I mildly open up my fold 3 and I have no issues with it at all. But my main complaint is battery life, it sucks!!!!!

    • @user-nd7rd8jo6h
      @user-nd7rd8jo6h 4 місяці тому

      @samlung2724
      Yeah battery isn't the best.
      I just keep a battery pack on hand and charge my phone when it starts to hit that 20

  • @USArmyVet91
    @USArmyVet91 6 місяців тому +2

    For 200 dollars, yeah I’d give it a shot. It’s kinda cool.

  • @OutlawAladdin
    @OutlawAladdin 4 місяці тому

    I really wanted to buy this phone. But compared to other phones on the market at the time, for half the price, you could get double the camera, double the ram, double the processing and a bigger battery. Plus it was hard to find anywhere in store. If they had kept that exact retro design & kept including the razr theme going forward with better internals I would have one right now.

  • @Arjun2013
    @Arjun2013 6 місяців тому +6

    Make a review of The Samsung Galaxy S1

    • @johnzoid74
      @johnzoid74  6 місяців тому +4

      looking for one! if you find one message me on Instagram and I’ll buy it

    • @PritiKar2010
      @PritiKar2010 6 місяців тому +5

      Did you checked on eBay

  • @youngdesperado765
    @youngdesperado765 2 місяці тому +1

    Amazon has the absolute worst refurbishment companies.

  • @scubajoe3321
    @scubajoe3321 2 місяці тому

    I really wanted one when it came out it was so beautiful honestly

  • @gukfilms7441
    @gukfilms7441 6 місяців тому +3

    ive had the dark pink motorola flipphone when I was in 5th grade. But my sister decided I didn't need it coz I'm the last born (it was given to me by my aunt)

  • @53v3n_L1v3z
    @53v3n_L1v3z 6 місяців тому +3

    I just leave mine open unless it's in my pocket. They just released a new one on boost mobile. The performance is outstanding but the crease on the inter screen gets a little annoying sometimes.

    • @johnzoid74
      @johnzoid74  6 місяців тому +1

      that’s interesting.. I just feel like I’d end up playing with these so much as a fidget phone lol. I’ll check out the new boost model thanks dude

    • @53v3n_L1v3z
      @53v3n_L1v3z 6 місяців тому

      @@johnzoid74 yeah no problem, the boost mobile one is some kind of deal. A coworker bought one and I looked at it, seems pretty legit 👍 it's called coach prime razr.

  • @escapeenrique
    @escapeenrique 6 місяців тому +2

    I personally dont find the appeal of foldablity in touch phones . Had it been the legacy motorazr , i wud hav considered it a legend

  • @rattsjcfanpage01
    @rattsjcfanpage01 6 місяців тому +2

    That’s why I’m getting the TCL Flip 2, it only costs $30.00 and if you get another one, it won’t cost a lot. Enough with smart phones.

  • @bwoohk
    @bwoohk 5 місяців тому +1

    The performance is pretty good.

  • @LukeLane1984
    @LukeLane1984 6 місяців тому +4

    Whomever refurbished that phone had a screw loose.. 🙃

    • @johnzoid74
      @johnzoid74  6 місяців тому +1

      I see what you did there…

  • @dylanlindsay1993
    @dylanlindsay1993 6 місяців тому +9

    i once got a zflip 5g first gen off ebay for 88$ i used it for like a month but i was so terrified of breaking it that i sold it to the eco atm at walmart for what i paid for it!

    • @SitChoahhDownTV
      @SitChoahhDownTV 6 місяців тому

      Now that's actually a great investment LOL at least you broke even!

  • @igeljaeger
    @igeljaeger 6 місяців тому +3

    im glad I waited until the fold5 to buy one of these. First impression of this thing is horrible

  • @brockly7916
    @brockly7916 6 місяців тому +3

    I want one for gaming of experimenting for other things... like game modding and other stuff..

    • @ballooneyjr4294
      @ballooneyjr4294 2 місяці тому

      I just got one for $25 on eBay lol… I hope it works

  • @mshari123
    @mshari123 6 місяців тому +4

    ‏‪1:27‬‏ The screen is broken 😂

  • @bassboosted9708
    @bassboosted9708 Місяць тому

    The smartohones should create the keypad like that when you want to call someone

  • @joshuauriarte452
    @joshuauriarte452 4 місяці тому +1

    So for the new Razrs they have fixed the issues which is great.

  • @thereasonableconsumer
    @thereasonableconsumer 6 місяців тому +1

    Cool idea, but the screen was creased straight out of the box

  • @MrOnlyforcommenting
    @MrOnlyforcommenting 6 місяців тому +13

    Not saying Motorola is a bad phone but in today's world , consumers have plenty of choices to choose from and I can tell you Motorola is definitely not in their mind

    • @nnslg
      @nnslg 6 місяців тому +3

      They should be! I've been using the Moto series for 3 phones now (6 years -- G 5+, G 7+, Edge 30) and they're fantastic. New iphones and Samsungs have a ridiculous amount of bells and whistles you pay for, that I'm thinking the "average" person doesn't use to their full potential. Moto phones are great value for "average" people who just want a regular great phone without having to fork out 1k each time.

    • @MrOnlyforcommenting
      @MrOnlyforcommenting 6 місяців тому +2

      @nnslg if you are thinking average phone , there are still plenty options right out there that is hot in the market, redmi , oppo, nothing phone , vivo , honor , xiaomi. I believe motorolo still wont able to match. Not hammering , just saying.

    • @hezekiahwallace2412
      @hezekiahwallace2412 4 місяці тому

      Motorola is number three in phone sales in the U.S.

  • @Hi_Im_Akward
    @Hi_Im_Akward 5 місяців тому

    I remember seeing ads when it first came out, and thinking it was going to be really expensive junk. Think I was right there.

  • @BearOverseer
    @BearOverseer 5 місяців тому +1

    Amazing phone! I bought the 2019 razr when it came out and yeah, the speakers are loud, it feels really nice in the hands, the finger print scanner is super quick. I forgot how but I ended up breaking the normal screen so I had to use the small one instead and it works great you can even play old school runescape on it lol!
    I managed to get it replaced after a few months of using only the small screen and luckily I was sent the 2022/2023(?) version and it's everything plus more. The screen is amazing and has no curve/bump and there is no area for any dust / rocks to get into. The phones unbreakable aswell it's worth the buy!

  • @ElMalito187
    @ElMalito187 6 місяців тому +3

    The reason it failed was because it was silly in the first place. If you bought this silly junk then you're a silly person that doesn't need to be taken seriously for nothing.

  • @PritiKar2010
    @PritiKar2010 6 місяців тому +2

    Make a Video on Samsung Galaxy S1

  • @iamjavademon
    @iamjavademon 6 місяців тому +2

    I wish I could get this for the same price you got it.

  • @pemainulunggggg
    @pemainulunggggg 6 місяців тому +2

    How to make it fail: fold it backwards 🤭🤭🤭

  • @Soulintent95
    @Soulintent95 5 місяців тому

    Honestly id buy this. I barely use my phone, itd be perfect for me. That screen life will become 10 yrs, id just use the exterior screen.

  • @dogfortgaming3183
    @dogfortgaming3183 6 місяців тому +1

    the 2020 razr is way more durable supposedly. that is the one most people used.

  • @faixanali961
    @faixanali961 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi Vsauce, Michael here

  • @pact7836
    @pact7836 6 місяців тому +2

    Am happy to have a z flip 4 now before it was my big dream and now ay own it and am happy to have it 😅

  • @gaylordpantamime
    @gaylordpantamime 6 місяців тому +8

    Vsauce is the best UA-camr ever

  • @bor3dstrang3r
    @bor3dstrang3r 11 днів тому

    I still have my old Razr v3 from like 17 years ago. lol I remember when this came out and was excited but those folding screen and hinges on all makers at the time were terrible. I honestly wish they would bring this one back but as a "dumb phone". I like its design over the newer ones. Just have the top half be a screen and the bottom with and o mechanical t9 keypad and with some updated internals but more budget that can run Android Go since it's a light weight version of Android with a few more custom UI changes Motorola can do. I'd buy one for nostalgia purposes. 😂

  • @graandfr
    @graandfr 2 місяці тому

    i really dont understand how they went from this to the new one in 2024

  • @skywolfx76
    @skywolfx76 4 місяці тому

    Motorola really let it down with its specs, which at the time of 2019 wasn't the best. wasn't "bad" by any stretch but for one of the first phones incorporating the old technology of foldables into smartphones, and being 1500 dollars at the time, I'd expect it to be the damn flagship of that year, it was just reduced to a cool gimmick that was lucky to last a year. good thing foldable smart phones now are getting better and better. I guess we can just consider this phone as "growing pains"

  • @Dpatterson610
    @Dpatterson610 4 місяці тому

    You gotta do the T-Mobile sidekicks

  • @RickyIcecubes
    @RickyIcecubes 2 місяці тому

    It took four years, but they finally got the rebooted Razr right.

  • @šokolataSK
    @šokolataSK 6 місяців тому +1

    if the screen bending was better i would buy it renewed

  • @lethalrex4050
    @lethalrex4050 6 місяців тому +1

    Nice looking phone...just make it work

  • @deano_bites
    @deano_bites 5 місяців тому

    This had potential really did

  • @Tjcarrillo1999
    @Tjcarrillo1999 6 місяців тому +1

    Which is better samsung galaxy s20 plus or moto razer 2019

    • @QWERTYQwertz852
      @QWERTYQwertz852 6 місяців тому +2

      S20 plus because of durability and specs
      But s20 plus also have issues with Green Lines on screen.

  • @lisoo9045
    @lisoo9045 6 місяців тому +1

    You look like Richard Osman, handsome fella! I'm sure your wife would agree. To being handsome at least, not sure about the first part though.

  • @mms72
    @mms72 6 місяців тому +3

    Cool

  • @Get_yotted
    @Get_yotted 4 місяці тому

    1:34 that doesn’t really mean anything tbh. I have noticed the QC at Amazon is some of the worst out there.

  • @thisphone7899
    @thisphone7899 5 місяців тому

    I have the razr 2024 and its amazing

  • @AngryBirds_113
    @AngryBirds_113 6 місяців тому +1

    Make a review about "blu c5 plus" cheapest phone from miami

  • @ioanchira1878
    @ioanchira1878 6 місяців тому +2

    Make an unboxing HTC desire c

  • @heisafraid
    @heisafraid 6 місяців тому +1

    Refurbished and brand new?….

  • @jonnyfontane3607
    @jonnyfontane3607 3 місяці тому

    i really like the look of it

  • @Team974
    @Team974 5 місяців тому

    Price to spec. That’s why.

  • @buddypilkington2339
    @buddypilkington2339 4 місяці тому

    Does it have shake to turn on flash light ?

  • @roseku
    @roseku 6 місяців тому +2

    i love motorola

  • @Zaidoesstuff
    @Zaidoesstuff 3 місяці тому

    Technically, it didn’t fail, since they kept making it

  • @AngryBirds_113
    @AngryBirds_113 6 місяців тому +1

    The country i guess

  • @vandavis000
    @vandavis000 5 місяців тому

    I stopped buying amazon refurbished stuff due a 300 dollar used macbook i bought that didnt even work and they wont refund it. 😢

  • @MostakSk-zm6vx
    @MostakSk-zm6vx 4 місяці тому

    Don't take it personally but you don't have a knack for taking selfie

  • @Reardon_Cobra
    @Reardon_Cobra 4 місяці тому

    My mom had a bright pink one that the bought on yr 2k and it ended up breaking from so much use

  • @asimaslam9107
    @asimaslam9107 2 місяці тому

    0:52 which is from samsung

  • @georgecostanza2695
    @georgecostanza2695 6 місяців тому +2

    If I had $200 burning a hole in my pocket, I think I’d get myself one of them new Rabbit R1’s to play with.

    • @taturtotmorrison2807
      @taturtotmorrison2807 5 місяців тому

      Why? it's so boring 😭

    • @georgecostanza2695
      @georgecostanza2695 5 місяців тому

      @@taturtotmorrison2807 truth is, my kid loves talking to Siri… I think Rabbit is a cool device for natural language responses if nothing else😂

  • @klausledda5903
    @klausledda5903 4 місяці тому

    that is why i really hated folded or flip phones ever since they were a hit long time ago.... a folded touch screen android phone? nah.... not for me....

  • @Lika_McKenzie
    @Lika_McKenzie 3 місяці тому

    [happy]

  • @roseku
    @roseku 6 місяців тому +1

    i like vsauce

  • @rzzcp
    @rzzcp 6 місяців тому +1

    hi

  • @seeeLAH1
    @seeeLAH1 2 місяці тому

    ayyye a z flip 6

  • @Grimmsha72
    @Grimmsha72 6 місяців тому +1

    Just proves ignorant people will buy into a gimmick then once they have said gimmick in their hands they realize what a hunk of junk it is then move onto the next gimmick.

  • @andresponce4093
    @andresponce4093 5 місяців тому

    Heyyy I also watch Colin❗

  • @samlung2724
    @samlung2724 4 місяці тому

    Mid level specs, premium price.

  • @sir_christmas_leopold_duckson
    @sir_christmas_leopold_duckson 4 місяці тому

    Mine broke the first time I closed it.