I Switched to a Folding Laptop... [ASUS ZenBook Fold 17 OLED Review]

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  • Опубліковано 30 сер 2022
  • ASUS ZenBook 17 Fold OLED UX9702 Setup & Review - this GIANT 17-inch Folding Laptop boasts an OLED screen & 12th Gen Intel CPUs - but how do you use it, and is it it worth £3,300!? -
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  • @Thetechchap
    @Thetechchap  Рік тому +240

    Hey Chaps! Folding Laptops... Yay or Nay??

    • @wisdomt00th
      @wisdomt00th Рік тому +12

      Yay, when windows gets a spit and polish . Till then Nay...

    • @kreigerbailey3550
      @kreigerbailey3550 Рік тому +4

      Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!!!!!!

    • @bri1085
      @bri1085 Рік тому +11

      Not at that price point

    • @benjamin7114
      @benjamin7114 Рік тому +4

      Yay .... if Apple needed a foldable, this is where they should start. M1 tech, ipad software and foldable screens from Samsung.

    • @anaphylaxis6599
      @anaphylaxis6599 Рік тому +3

      Definitely yay, but I want solid glass or something sturdier but this laptop is definitely mind blowing

  • @LarryNgetich
    @LarryNgetich Рік тому +2612

    It's more like a folding tablet, because laptops already fold 😅
    Edit: Wow, I can't believe how many people still comment on this three months on. I am thankful, guys, and I am a huge fan of The Tech Chap. Have fun, and I hope 2023 will be a great year for tech.

    • @kh7688
      @kh7688 Рік тому +89

      A very good point.

    • @veerlabalaji6289
      @veerlabalaji6289 Рік тому +36

      😭😂😂😂A valid point

    • @bradavon
      @bradavon Рік тому +12

      So do tablets 😉. Surface Pro, Lenovo Duet and loads of others.

    • @modestman6753
      @modestman6753 Рік тому +7

      Cant wait galaxy tab fold early next year😬

    • @Robiejan1
      @Robiejan1 Рік тому +2

      Nice 🤣

  • @shobhitbhatt8074
    @shobhitbhatt8074 Рік тому +39

    Every laptop is a folding laptop

    • @arnhaig
      @arnhaig 7 місяців тому +1

      Boom!

    • @LL-ly1jr
      @LL-ly1jr 6 місяців тому

      😂 love it

  • @ivo4357
    @ivo4357 Рік тому +191

    this should be the future of laptop/tablet design. It could either give you a small but very portable device (if they resolve the weight issue) or a big size screen that's manageable to walk around with. If this gets mass produced, the reduced price would make this VERY interesting. But foldable smartphones have been around for a while now, and still are ridiculously expensive and remain a niche product, so I don't see this happening within the next 5 years.

    • @familyshare3724
      @familyshare3724 Рік тому +7

      People use their laptops as portable desktop machines. Bigger is better. Phones are only portable. Smaller is better.

    • @Phyrre56
      @Phyrre56 Рік тому +4

      I believe that foldable OLED is still a technology seeking a problem. It's nice that this can be a chunky laptop or a nice big tablet with a bluetooth keyboard that still fits in your backpack. But do people really want that? Most people would be using "desktop mode" at fixed locations where it's just as easy (and much cheaper) to plug a regular laptop into a regular monitor. A 17 inch screen is awkwardly large to use anywhere but on a desk or similar surface.

    • @familyshare3724
      @familyshare3724 Рік тому +6

      @@Phyrre56 it is a problem seeking a lower price. I want a 17" OLED folded in half. I travel weekly/monthly including 7 hour train journies, and destination often have only HD. I no longer want a laptop. I want a good keyboard, a good mouse, and a big monitor, all portable (with battery), and upgradeable.

    • @Cyba_IT
      @Cyba_IT Рік тому +1

      Yes, I agree that this should, and probably will be the direction laptops should go. Ultraportables anyway. That's cool but it will mean a whole segment of "laptops" will be much harder to repair. I know with many of the Ultraportable laptops now many of the components are already soldered to the motherboard so I guess it won't make much difference. Progress I guess.

    • @michaelmayers3622
      @michaelmayers3622 Рік тому

      Laptops already filed its pointless

  • @TheLegendNewton
    @TheLegendNewton Рік тому +374

    I love when companies innovate with their products. Definitely going to wait for gen 2/3, if they make some nice refinements I’ll be buying in the future.

    • @Commander_Chief
      @Commander_Chief Рік тому +22

      Everyone's waiting for gen 2/3 and Asus thinking no ones buying. It must be a terrible idea. Let's scrap the whole thing. 🤣

    • @ps4games164
      @ps4games164 Рік тому +4

      Triple folding is the future. That way you can easily turn 14 inch laptop into big-ish screen multi task tv when you need it. The keyboard could be at the back on the far left.

    • @fkstudio5901
      @fkstudio5901 Рік тому +2

      But why? We don't carry laptops in out pockets.

    • @stealthis
      @stealthis Рік тому +4

      Regular people hate when companies innovate, which is why Apple products are so successful in our capturing the market. Apple products rarely change form or functionality, they just get continual spec upgrades. People like this because then they don't have to learn anything new and they just know things are going to work.
      Real innovation dies because consumers expect flawless products from day one and don't want to put any work into changing their routine. Look at LG, lots of hardware, completely loses to Samsung who continues to remove features year after year.

    • @billschannel1116
      @billschannel1116 Рік тому +2

      @@fkstudio5901 There are people who want a larger size screen in a convenient form factor that can step into a use on your lap or small space. I'm a little surprised you are asking. I understand it might not be for you but imagine doing massive productivity apps for 8 hours on a small screen, or walking around with a 17" laptop that is heavy and requires ~2 square feet of space. Imagine walking around with 3 devices on trips with all their associated peripherals. Each of these scenarios are daily challenges for different people.

  • @woodenfigurines
    @woodenfigurines Рік тому +45

    It's crazy too see a folding screen device, which is actually useful!
    This setup is really promising, I'm curious how they refine it in upcoming years.

  • @madararam2853
    @madararam2853 Рік тому +231

    The positive note, is that you have a foldable 17" inch screen portable to work home, work, public or in the field which allows flexibility to manage more efficiently. Though the pricing is hot expensive at this point but it's the prototype.. hopefully it will be affordable around £800 to £1200 with future models choices. Awesome one!

    • @austJW
      @austJW Рік тому +21

      add an extra £1,000 and you are getting closer to an acceptable price.
      They will not be sold for £800 for 4 years or even longer.
      They would lose money on £800 in a serious way.

    • @madararam2853
      @madararam2853 Рік тому +6

      @@austJW I understand.. Thank you for replying. But then, this leaves room for another competitor to appreciate the market opportunity since it has to make profit by aligning with current economic and commercial affordability of the consumer.
      Either way, Demand defines product success. Thank you again.

    • @fkstudio5901
      @fkstudio5901 Рік тому

      We have got those already.

    • @mattizzle81
      @mattizzle81 Рік тому +1

      There are AR glasses coming out which will fill that use possibly better and much more portable.

  • @huajie666liu8
    @huajie666liu8 Рік тому +96

    I think the most attractive part is you can fold it half into your backpack. So, a 8.5 inch laptop is no problem for it. If it is a 17 inch one, it might be hard to do. I like this idea. I think it is cool.

    • @naskirnawas2037
      @naskirnawas2037 Рік тому +13

      @Casper's Studio You got a 17-inch tablet that fits in a regular backpack?

    • @fkstudio5901
      @fkstudio5901 Рік тому +1

      @@naskirnawas2037 It doesn't matter. Backpacks will fit 17 inches. Just get one that has a larger laptop pouch. I always make sure my backpacks can fit 17 inch laptops even if I don't have one at the moment. You're not going to need a 17 inch in the subway or at the park anyway. If you do, you can take lightweight portable screens with you for your weird working habits.

    • @Lumi_nance
      @Lumi_nance Рік тому +6

      it's not 8.5inch but around 12inch folded

    • @azul1964
      @azul1964 Рік тому

      For a 17 inch laptop, just get a 17 inch laptop sleeve or backpack... If you do this for a 12 inch laptop and show me how to carry it with my suit on, I might be interested

  • @thisislorn
    @thisislorn Рік тому +12

    i would love to actually see this as a portable monitor. digital nomad life is increasingly popular and as someone in the creative industry benefiting from a larger monitor that folds up small would be AMAZING

    • @billschannel1116
      @billschannel1116 Рік тому

      Several manufacturers already have prototypes. Whether they will come out with them is still a question.

    • @DerekHki
      @DerekHki Рік тому

      Yep, I'm a remote worker in the finance industry and I currently have 2 screens (13" laptop + 24" monitor) but I'd love to switch the laptop to a 17" monitor/laptop + 24" monitor. This Asus would give me 4" extra screen while reducing the weight by 400grams, while having roughly the same performance specs (current laptop: Lenovo Ideapad Gaming 3).

  • @oculwarrior1706
    @oculwarrior1706 Рік тому +196

    They definitely got it right. It's basically the most flexible computer ever built and it's exactly what people want. We're getting closer to the floating screen, but even that might not replace this.

    • @mangoeater5624
      @mangoeater5624 Рік тому +2

      what is the floating screen?

    • @darthwater999
      @darthwater999 Рік тому +16

      the people want what?

    • @oculwarrior1706
      @oculwarrior1706 Рік тому +3

      @@mangoeater5624 Like a screen on a drone or something. It would probably be useful in a busy workshop, or as a 'body' for AI.

    • @oculwarrior1706
      @oculwarrior1706 Рік тому +19

      ​@@darthwater999 People want to use their computers without being forced onto a chair and a squared body posture.
      The fact that this screen unfolds into something bigger, the fact that I can easily move it around with a single hand and place it just about anywhere in just about any angle, the fact that it comes with a fantastic wireless keyboard (with trackpad), is amazing. People are really going to enjoy that.
      I know you can find something similar with a large tablet and a wireless keyboard. And you can in fact opt for that if you find the Fold unnecessarily pricey. But the Fold folds :D, you know. And everything just clicks together into one seamless experience.

    • @darthwater999
      @darthwater999 Рік тому +9

      @@oculwarrior1706as a portable monitor I agree that it is cool, but as a pc, I would never work on a crappy thing like that... Surely it's useful in certain context, but average people definitely don't need nor want it. Don't be over enthusiastic on this meme shit
      Edit: also you just described something called laptop and it already exist

  • @dariuszspiewak5624
    @dariuszspiewak5624 Рік тому +14

    Yeah.. This has a lot of potential. Actually, I think it's extraordinary. Probably I wouldn't yet buy it but in a year or two... who knows. I really like the idea of a folding screen and having it separate from the keyboard. And on top of that, the screen is touch-enabled, which is such a great help for people who use a stylus to write on it. For online classes/presentations it's just absolutely perfect. Especially if you write a lot of math :)

  • @kerrybaldino8826
    @kerrybaldino8826 Рік тому +24

    I am pretty interested in fold devices but it is taking a bit longer to get good feeling and performing fold devices than I thought it would. Honestly think AR/VR tech like glasses will be a better on the go option before foldable devices will. Especially considering the price tag foldable devices have.

    • @jeffhubbard6185
      @jeffhubbard6185 Рік тому +1

      AR glasses as a monitor would be fantastic, the screen could be essentially as large or small as you want it to be. The only question is how they would deal with battery and processing? I imagine extra processors could be stored in a tactile keyboard because let's face it, that's not going away any time soon (at least not for laptops). But for battery, if you've got these augmented screens on your face I imagine they'll be used for everything, as a phone, as a wearable for notifications and quick actions, and as a laptop screen meaning battery would have to be really significant. Externally housed wireless processors could help with that, like maybe phones would become just mini tactile keyboards with navigational functionality and extra processing, essentially a small wireless keyboard. But even the display could die pretty quickly, and it'd be difficult to use when plugged in so you'd essentially be without your smartwatch / phone / laptop until it's recharged. Sure, super fast charging could help to mitigate, I charge my watch while I'm in the shower once a day and that's enough for my use case. My z fold 4 alos needs a little topping off for about 20 minutes each day, but I can still use those devices while charging so it doesn't really have an impact on my ability to use each device. I think AR and VR tech has come a long way, but until "wireless" charging becomes truly wire-less, it won't be a viable replacement for something like a more portable folding device. Don't get me wrong, I'm more excited for AR screens than anyone! But there are some major innovations that need to take place and become well rounded before augmentation becomes reality (pun intended).

  • @thesweetnotes
    @thesweetnotes Рік тому +5

    I love this. Asus is the forerunner for laptops in my book. Always has been always will be. Its bringing the feel of a tablet along with everything we love about a laptop in the traditional format of a book. Best of everything right there. Can't wait to see it on shelves and where their new tech in other areas will be taking us as well.

  • @jivekiwi
    @jivekiwi Рік тому +20

    I like that it folds for smaller storage and you can use the keyboard separately. If you use it just as a screen, it makes sense.

  • @Verbatino
    @Verbatino Рік тому +47

    I really appreciate ASUS developing new types of products.

  • @daemorhedron
    @daemorhedron Рік тому

    LOVE this, exactly what I've been waiting for so please keep on this path as it's long overdue.

  • @AmazingPhilippines1
    @AmazingPhilippines1 Рік тому

    Great review and you covered most issues quite well. More ports and more power at a "reasonable" price in a couple of years perhaps.

  • @BonaDeum
    @BonaDeum Рік тому +96

    What would be great in the future with this tech, is that it would allow you to bring monitors easily with you. E.g. a 24" monitor is about 30cm folded in half, which is about the same length as a 16 inch laptop. Imagine all the work space, all portable, in your bag/backpack.

    • @mbvglider
      @mbvglider Рік тому +9

      More than a monitor, which would be very specialized, I'd rather have a foldable 24" tablet, which is about the size of a music book. I'd put an HDMI/USB-C/Airplay input for use as a monitor when needed, but it'd be far more useful if it could function just fine on its own as an ARM-powered smart device most of the time. With a device that big, you could have a 24+ hour battery. Classical musicians would all buy one for sure. I just think a whole, hot laptop in that form factor doesn't make sense, especially for Wintel mobile devices, which currently don't even have functioning sleep states and can cook while they're supposed to be sleeping.

    • @gadeaiglesiassordo716
      @gadeaiglesiassordo716 Рік тому

      Exactly. You can create a system that can be used as a full computer, as a gigantic tablet and as a full laptop

  • @fleshwound5149
    @fleshwound5149 Рік тому +9

    I'd love to see a foldable laptop with an even bigger screen. Imagine a triple fold laptop with a 13 inch folded size, but a 29 inch ultrawide when unfolded. Would be amazing.

  • @efficaciousuave
    @efficaciousuave Рік тому +3

    I absolutely love these folding laptops. I think they are great as a first gen device, and moving forward its only going to get better. Which means in the next 3-4 years, its going to be so much better. My next computer will definitely be a foldable

  • @supermarvelero
    @supermarvelero Рік тому +1

    I crazy love 2in1 PCs and I regularly use my Surface Pro in full tablet mode. Super nice device, super nice video!

  • @theworkoutgeek
    @theworkoutgeek Рік тому +3

    The Lenovo X1 Fold will be slightly smaller at 16.3 inches display but with a higher resolution 2560 x 2024 oled and brighter screen 600 nits and barely noticeable crease that will also be able to use a pen/stylus on the screen. User replaceable/swappable internals like the battery, etc., up to 32 gigs of memory vs only 16 gigs on the Asus and you can login with your face or the fingerprint reader on the X1's keyboard, and will be $2200-2500 starting price vs $3500 U. S. Dollars on the Asus for the same processor and xe graphics here in America. Kind of interesting to see which foldable laptop will sell better. For the price and specs my money is on the Lenovo X1 Fold.

  • @dcarbs2979
    @dcarbs2979 Рік тому +3

    I'd use it as a portable graphics desktop. A full 17" screen - great for visuals and the folding makes it easier to carry than other 16"+ laptops. Particularly useful if you can plug or wirelessly connect a mouse or graphics tab as well as the included keyboard. But starting at over £3k, I'm more likely to consider the ProArt Studiobook. And you get i9's for the same money in conventional laptops.

  • @susiesan
    @susiesan Рік тому

    I remember watching a video here on UA-cam about 15 years ago where a company was trying to create a malleable/bendable screen and it was very primitive at the time. It's super cool that the technology is here and is a Thing you can buy :)

  • @EnigmaverseElysium
    @EnigmaverseElysium Рік тому +4

    This makes so much sense. Companies need to make more tablets that have the same capabilities as gaming laptops. Definitely looking forward to the 2nd or 3rd generation

  • @GreasyFox
    @GreasyFox Рік тому +6

    The OLED screen and screen size are suitable for content creators to showcase their works on the move. However, the software bundles and sub par hardware are really hard to justify the high price tag. Wait for the next gen.

  • @jeffslifestyle9096
    @jeffslifestyle9096 Рік тому +10

    Great video. Very informative, but one question remains: how does the kickstand behave? Is it a continuous moving kickstand / can it be placed in any position like the Surface tablets or does it hold up in only 1 or 2 positions? In other words: does it have multiple or single viewing angles?

    • @billschannel1116
      @billschannel1116 Рік тому +2

      Also what about wobbling? This is a touch screen after all! To me that is question 1 on any kind of stand.

    • @Jeffrey-eneth
      @Jeffrey-eneth Рік тому

      @@billschannel1116 Yeah, would be great if the reviewer would put some effort into talking about this.

  • @DarkLord61636
    @DarkLord61636 Рік тому +2

    I'm pleasantly surprised by this. I love that ASUS has been the most innovative brand in the laptop space. Definitely going to follow this & hope they continue it! If they can get stronger hardware & a better, preferably glass, screen? I'd be sold.

  • @JB-cz4kw
    @JB-cz4kw Рік тому

    I just found your channel from this video. Fantastic!!! Many Thanks for this
    While I agree I would def wait for a 2nd Gen… I would LOVE to use something like this as a mobile day trading device while traveling!!! OMG, if the ram would be sufficient or even the availability of the USB-C’s ability for a second thin travel screen (for streaming real time stock charts) this would be phenomenal!
    Thanks again for this! Subscribed and look forward to seeing what else your channel has!

  • @manoa_drollet
    @manoa_drollet Рік тому +4

    To use it in portrait mode , I think it's the greatest advantage of this design. For some users .

  • @d24
    @d24 Рік тому +3

    I like the versatility. A tablet,laptop and desktop all in one

  • @kkusakabe
    @kkusakabe Рік тому +1

    I like the idea for presenting. I can see a larger version being used in the construction industry. Perhaps something that is 15” or 17” when folded. As an architect you can design and render on another workstation. This would be used to primarily run Bluebeam and MS office suite.

  • @anoldtakurachabata6752
    @anoldtakurachabata6752 Рік тому

    Great review as usual Tom ,thanks

  • @SubsonicNoise
    @SubsonicNoise Рік тому +23

    Weirdly enough I can see the "no styluses" thing to be a big downside - It otherwise would have been great for artists, you can use it like a normal laptop or all-in-one and then unfold it for drawing / painting. I hope future models fix that!

  • @GuidingGear
    @GuidingGear Рік тому +4

    That one is great. I’m just scared for its maintenance. I hope it does fine for a long period

  • @andikahaikal
    @andikahaikal Рік тому

    I did not know folding laptop is available?😳 thanks 4 this review!! this is very practical w/ keyboard & stand r all in 1! Only the bezel is thick & the keyboard when mounted on the laptop makes the bottom of the laptop unpleasingly thicker. Deff will wait 4 the next gen of this laptop!😉

  • @robertdemitro1520
    @robertdemitro1520 Рік тому +1

    I remember the first folding screen prototypes from 1997 . You could roll the screen up like a scroll, when it was not installed on the device , because the circuits were flat on the back of the screen . But the idea didn't take off and the idea was abandoned . When the screen, software and speed are improved , I think this device will sell very well . But for now I will take a back seat and watch what happens with this kind of computer .

  • @NR-rv8rz
    @NR-rv8rz Рік тому +28

    Looks great. I'd rather have this than a traditional laptop. If I was in the market for a new laptop and this was a comparible price I'd go for this.
    I don't care about the plastic looking screen or the crease for some reason.
    The only addition I would want would be a duel kickstand so it could also be stood up in portrait mode for working on certain documents where that is an advantage.

    • @michaelxz1305
      @michaelxz1305 Рік тому +1

      I'd rather have 3 traditional laptops for this price!

    • @NR-rv8rz
      @NR-rv8rz Рік тому

      @@michaelxz1305 yeah I guess the gimick tax is going to be in place for a while. But eventually the prices will be on par with trad laptops.
      That's the main reason I don't have a Galaxy Fold 3. As soon as they are the same price as latest Pixel Pro I'd probably go for one even though I love the Pixel 3 I'm still using.

    • @MartinzW
      @MartinzW Рік тому +1

      Yeah, for sure, agreed. If I wouldn't be gaming or doing high performance tasks , I would want this for my laptop both for office and home. Seems so sleek and convenient for the type of office work I do.
      The hiccups I see at the end of the video might be related to some caching problems - it doesn't effectively manage it - probably Asus engineers can tell us if it's Intel's fault, Windows or their own. Could also be throttling of course. But if it can be snappy for most of the time, it can be snappy all the time, so one of the parties still have work to invest.

    • @NR-rv8rz
      @NR-rv8rz Рік тому

      @@MartinzW When I see tech like this I just expect that in five years or so it will be refined, fast and cheap.
      So I see this kind of thing as a proof of concept even though it's on sale.

    • @mbvglider
      @mbvglider Рік тому

      I don't think it'll ever be cheap because a high-power foldable laptop computer will always be a specialized device. I just can't imagine its price ever going below $2k. A re-imagination of this computer as a low-powered Chromebook or Android tablet could be cheap, though, so there's potential there.

  • @hoyoungwon
    @hoyoungwon Рік тому +3

    This is AMAZING 😍 the 'portable monitor' position with the wireless keyboard is super appealing to me

  • @GeraltOfRivia99
    @GeraltOfRivia99 Рік тому

    My favourite part is the permanent fold thats right in the middle of the screen. thats a gorgeous feature when using the laptop fullscreen!

  • @wilsonsimonalflutedesouza3430

    This video is amazing. There's a lot of emotion going on. I practically could only breathe at the end of the video. I love this fold. It will be very useful for music scores and score editing programs. If you can, make a video about the samsung galaxy book 2 360 and asus zenbook duo. Grettings from Carrancas waterfalls MG Brazil.

  • @flork2127
    @flork2127 Рік тому +5

    I honestly see myself with a laptop like that!
    Just probably would wait for a better generation to spend that much on something like that
    Plus if i would use a laptop it would be one suitable for animation and i can totally see myself with that laptop it would help me so much having a big screen like that and touch!!
    Honestly overall great idea

    • @SubzeroBlack68
      @SubzeroBlack68 Рік тому +1

      At least with this device though it's not the first "FOLD tech". They definitely have better first gen quality than other "fold tech", since the "Fold Tech" has existed for several years now.

  • @aidenalamo6262
    @aidenalamo6262 Рік тому

    Devices like this one is great for doing multi tasking, such as school assignments or research projects. Not to mention taking notes and writing down your rough drafts as you go along. Great for writing annotated bibliography papers.

  • @gonnaloveyoumore
    @gonnaloveyoumore Рік тому

    Now this is a good tech design idea. Very flexible if you want a desktop or tablet or laptop look. For sure it’ll be better in future but not bad for a first time try

  • @OurFantasyLife
    @OurFantasyLife Рік тому +3

    I like the innovation, but my question always is, does this solve any extant problem that I have with my current devices? And as of right now, the answer is "not really".
    The fact that you have to add a regular keyboard to it for most use cases should have been their first indicator that it's probably not quite "there" yet.

  • @alissamedvedeva5614
    @alissamedvedeva5614 Рік тому +3

    I don't like folding phones, but this actually looks amazing! Phones are too small for this to actually be useful, but a 17-incher that is easy to carry and fits the little train tables just like a 12-incher? Perfect. Also, good for looking at bigass colorful pdfs.

  • @connyx
    @connyx Рік тому

    mhm, I jump right to point 3 of "how i could use it" hahaha...
    what a fun thing. it has potential for sure! of course its that expensive now...
    thanks for this review! looking very much forward to what the future brings in this area

  • @KTPurdy
    @KTPurdy Рік тому

    Absolutely love the size of the display as well as its 4:3 aspect ratio.

  • @shawman5676
    @shawman5676 Рік тому +6

    Probably will need a generation or 2 to mature. Let us see when Meteor Lake or Arrow Lake in late 2024 to see how the tech improves(not just from cpu but also from screen perspective). That said this will be niche for sure. No reason for foldable screen when laptops themselves fold without having a foldable screen 🙂

  • @DMonZ1988
    @DMonZ1988 Рік тому +13

    i'm excited and eagerly waiting for laptops like this to mature,. i think its really attractive and makes a lot of sense, but this Iteration isn't it.
    if its supposed to be ultra portable it can't be this thick.
    if its gonna be this thick it can't be this underpowered.
    its strange, it looks like a huge part of the thickness comes from the kickstand/spine sleeve. when the back is removed, its so much better.
    i think they should either embrace the chunky and build a thick 15" powerhouse like gaming laptops of old, that unfolds into an excellent 24" monitor that you'd otherwise never carry around.
    or this, $1500 cheaper and without that seemingly unnecessary kickstand sleeve. the thick bezels aren't even that offensive already being that large they could just as well add another 2mm on each side for carbon prongs that fold out to support the device. line the back with leather and the thing is lovely!

  • @Squirrel_101
    @Squirrel_101 Рік тому

    What an amazing look device! Awsome video 👍🏽

  • @chiztagz
    @chiztagz Рік тому

    Subscribed!!! Not only because you’re an awesome tech vlogger… More so, because you pronounced “Asus” correctly!!! Some people thought the root word/name was Pegaysus, when it’s really, “Pegasus”. 😊👍

  • @benvel3392
    @benvel3392 Рік тому +10

    My personal problems with the device ordered from most significant to least:
    1. Price
    2. Performance
    3. Screen Material/No Stylus support
    4. Crease/Glare
    5. Thickness
    6. Thick Bezels
    7. Keyboard charged separately

    • @austJW
      @austJW Рік тому +2

      Price is a big one (and I'm glad you put it #1 - its a silly price).
      I carry around microusb keyboard and it can last for a couple of days.
      Crease and performance you are going to impacted by its physical form.
      Bezels were think but not to bad imho.

    • @Ts-fp5sd
      @Ts-fp5sd Рік тому

      shd be anti-glare, id say

  • @kumaha2359
    @kumaha2359 Рік тому +11

    Seriously tho..
    Huge props for Asus for keep innovating in laptop design.
    They always come out with something new every year.

    • @zoladkow
      @zoladkow Рік тому

      actually, no. Lenovo was first, Asus just made it's own, not much innovation here 🙃

  • @Ballacha
    @Ballacha Рік тому +1

    this honestly looks very useful for salespeople who need to do internal presentations and show stuff to customers, and use the same device to work. i can see companies buying these for this very purpose.

  • @james8606
    @james8606 Рік тому

    Devices like this are a great idea. I have a dell touchscreen with a portable monitor for my work. Something like this could replace my portable monitor. It's just like me owning a Microsoft duo. It's not for everyone but for me fits me perfectly and alot better than any other phone on the market. Definitely keeping an eye on this market as I'm expecting Microsoft to look at doing something along the like with the Windows surface lineup.

  • @ayohughes
    @ayohughes Рік тому +10

    It's super cool and almost fairly practical; by the look of it. Props to Asus again for being the most innovative Windows laptop brand. I hope they keep developing these as they market really needs this right now. Real innovation in this sector has become really boring in the last 5 or so years - every year we get incremental chip updates, better connectivity and faster storage but that's just development, not true innovation. Increasing choice for consumers is what it's really all about.

  • @jmac2050
    @jmac2050 Рік тому +4

    What makes u think they will be a 2nd generation, if people don't buy the first one
    ..

  • @dordly
    @dordly Рік тому

    I imagine a traveling landscape artist would love something like this, just set it up on an easel at a park or something and get to drawing. I can't think of a reason why I personally would ever need this over a tablet or a laptop, but it's neat.

  • @AjarnSpencer
    @AjarnSpencer Рік тому

    Thanks Tech Chap. I also will wait for this to become practical and usable with enough compatible apps, but yes, portable foldable 17 inch is way to go bro. Smaller footprint.

  • @inknpaintCW
    @inknpaintCW Рік тому +3

    Great review!
    Loads of potential in this form factor. I have said for years I would love a 17 inch tablet. Fortunately or not, I am spoiled by the iPad Pro and can't see going to something like this until it closes the gap in user experience, better life, and physical finish.
    Thanks for keeping us all informed!

  • @eduard6450
    @eduard6450 Рік тому +9

    For 3299£ I think I'll pass 😂 cool product though

  • @johnnyirish9852
    @johnnyirish9852 Рік тому

    Good video. The Duo2 is however really good now after a few software updates.

  • @quangpham464
    @quangpham464 Рік тому

    It’s just like a tablet with keyboard. But i love how creative they are.

  • @otakuotaku6774
    @otakuotaku6774 Рік тому +40

    I'm sure in the future we will have transparent devices

    • @mrprogrammer9116
      @mrprogrammer9116 Рік тому +4

      Agree

    • @otaku_otaku1564
      @otaku_otaku1564 Рік тому +4

      I hope so

    • @talamakara
      @talamakara Рік тому +1

      We are a lot further away from this than most people believe 😞

    • @Testimony201
      @Testimony201 Рік тому +3

      Xiaomi made one. A transparent TV it’sa prototype or concept i guess

    • @jboomhauer
      @jboomhauer Рік тому +1

      You mean like... windows.

  • @LoverOfTech
    @LoverOfTech Рік тому +3

    Glad you Switched so I didn't have to 😅

  • @craigwoodgate7120
    @craigwoodgate7120 Рік тому

    I think it's a good idea that they have for foldables such as phones and now laptops but is the technology ready and how long will they last without running into big problems

  • @25557813
    @25557813 Рік тому

    This is real useful innovation. I hope the battery capacity will catch up to the requirement of this form factor soon.

  • @TheT3rr0rMask
    @TheT3rr0rMask Рік тому +4

    Sure it's a gimmick but I love the gimmick. Thing with laptops for me is how cumbersome they are. I love tablets for the portability and flexibility but these devices bring the best of both worlds. Huge screen to stand at your desk, have connected to other monitors etc, easier to use on your lap than a normal tab, book mode could be great for reading, and the idea of the optional keyboard is way more convenient than most tablet keyboards. Plus you have Windows, and once Android compatability is better you'll get the usefulness of apps for both OSs, not held back like an Android or iOS tab.
    Just needs to be cheaper and iron out the kinks a bit and I see foldables being a legitimate option for more than just the current niche. Just needs more time, and I hope foldables are able to survive past this clunkier start. I'm fine with a normal phone but a foldable PC is what catches my interest.

  • @nigahada
    @nigahada Рік тому +3

    this is too small to be of any use, might as well have a 16-17inch regular laptop. However if the display could be unfolded into a pretty big display it would be amazing to carry around when you travel and require decent screen real estate for your work.

    • @koffiegast
      @koffiegast Рік тому

      Except folding a 17" laptop isnt 12.5" like this one

  • @thekarmicbrat
    @thekarmicbrat Рік тому +1

    This seems to be the best of both worlds, a mix between a tablet, a laptop, and a notebook. It can be a large laptop (my gamer laptop has a 17 inches screen), a small one, a large tablet, a small one, and with a keyboard. Personally I love separate keyboards.
    My only concern is, is it possible to plug a mouse to it and are there any usb ports? I absolutely hate the touchpad because it feels uncomfortable and clunky to use, so I'd really love to use this with a mouse. And I'm also assuming it wouldn't be possible to use heavier softwares like the Adobe suite?

  • @danielgeorgethecameradude
    @danielgeorgethecameradude Рік тому

    SO FRIKKING EXCITED ABOUT THIS. I really can't wait to see what they come up with next year and how the improved upon this incredible design. I hope by the time I can afford something like this the technology becomes better and much more refined. Super cool Asus!!!!

  • @ochiorbus
    @ochiorbus Рік тому +3

    I think an implementation like Microsoft did with Duo makes far more sense than fold able glass-like screens. Would be cheaper too.

    • @gregsullivan7408
      @gregsullivan7408 Рік тому

      Disagree, because I'd be using it unfolded most of the time, as a single 17" screen. Having said that, I'd be quite happy with a 17" 2-In-1, to get the cost down.

  • @simonnagy1
    @simonnagy1 Рік тому +4

    I like it, but now I can buy an excellent laptop and tablet for the same price which are much better for their oen use cases... Although after some generation of foldable laptops it could make senese if the price is also reduced

  • @aysmch622
    @aysmch622 Рік тому

    i still remember like around 4-6 years ago, someone make video,that android/device that can folding,
    it was edited video back then,
    but right now it is really do exist!

  • @makaeo8085
    @makaeo8085 Рік тому +3

    I think that looks beautiful considering it's a Gen1 device.
    The major problem is the price...and that's a big problem. I honestly wouldn't want to spend more than $1500USD on the device at this point in time...especially with no cellular 5g capability. If Asus could bring the price to ~$1500 without making the device experience a laggy mess compared to what you've shown...I think some people would love to test the waters. Once the market has a base for the product, more and better/higher end features can be added and the price can increase to maybe starting $2300USD depending on dependability, durability and performance. Anything above $2300 had better have some serious use cases IMO otherwise the device is mostly eye candy.

  • @otakarlibal
    @otakarlibal Рік тому +3

    I would love a 23inch version of this with rtx 3080 and some decent cpu, would be great when you need to actually work full days away from home or an office and need a desktop like experience but you also can turn it into a laptop if necessary

  • @pikapikapikachu6679
    @pikapikapikachu6679 Рік тому +1

    Love it. Definitely will buy it 😄

  • @BlueKaiTheEnd-
    @BlueKaiTheEnd- Рік тому +1

    Tried looking to see if Asus made a foldable phone like the Fold 3. Came across this. A foldable tablet is a pretty cool concept. Pair it with a pen and it would be useful for art programs and 3D sculpting software.

  • @MetalFan10101
    @MetalFan10101 Рік тому +3

    Folding pixels?
    How about making a cloak out of this shit and have it display a forward facing image.
    It would create an invisibility cloak.

  • @yandereskitty
    @yandereskitty Рік тому

    Got one of my first asus today. I love it .

  • @cebukitty
    @cebukitty Рік тому +2

    this could be a great 2nd monitor....which you can convert into a laptop in a pinch. will wait for the thinner and lighter iteration though.

  • @samailabah2083
    @samailabah2083 Рік тому

    I see this laptop replacing stationery workstation systems and is good timing from Asus to release this concept as remote work is becoming even more popular.
    Can't wait for the next release when it is finessed with more specs but Asus is heading in the right direction. 🥂

  • @fanis848
    @fanis848 Рік тому

    Awesome video as always! Curious...what mic do use?

  • @Okatogurui
    @Okatogurui Рік тому

    It feel like it would be more useful for productivity if you could prop it up it in a vertical stance to act as two stacked 16:9 displays. However there's no way it wouldn't fall down without a massive kickstand.

  • @sieghartwaitforit8669
    @sieghartwaitforit8669 Рік тому +2

    no I thought it’d be perfect to draw on given its screen size. hoping for stylus/pen support for the next releases!!

  • @Jim202030
    @Jim202030 Рік тому

    I like it, I dont think the tech is 100% there yet but I could picture this really being the way in the future.

  • @Backup-zg9dz
    @Backup-zg9dz Рік тому

    It is PERFECT. This is the way to go. Wait for a year or two and you will hear about these type of setups much more

  • @textdriven
    @textdriven Рік тому

    I notice the fuji X-E4 in your office. Beautiful camera. You should do a review.

  • @allanovelha1969
    @allanovelha1969 Рік тому

    I do really liked, i will definitely buy one when they launch a batter version, i find it really practical for traveling and do simple jobs in it

  • @Sha_Mone
    @Sha_Mone Рік тому

    I so wanna get one. I hope we see more of this next year.

  • @fillemptytummy
    @fillemptytummy Рік тому

    Can't believe he kept a straight face that whole commercial.

  • @wilsonsimonalflutedesouza3430
    @wilsonsimonalflutedesouza3430 Рік тому +1

    Este vídeo está incrível. Tem muita emoção acontecendo. Praticamente eu só consegui respirar no final do vídeo. Eu adoro este fold. Ele será muito útil para partituras musicais e programas de edição de partituras. Se puder, faça um vídeo sobre o samsung galaxy book 2 360 e asus zenbook duo. Grettings from Carrancas waterfalls MG Brazil.

  • @pkfutureceo
    @pkfutureceo 5 місяців тому

    Great review!!!

  • @jurnalmarhaen3800
    @jurnalmarhaen3800 Рік тому

    If in half fold mode, the flat part can function as separate screen/ second screen.. It would be great for having extra button for podcast

  • @GUY-on-Earth
    @GUY-on-Earth Рік тому

    i’m looking forward to the next Zenbook Fold hopefully a Rog Zephyrus Duo of some sort. The Lenovo Yogabook 9i seems to have things down, but I like the foldable design a little better. Either way both need better specs for gaming like mgpus and high refresh displays. 240hz would be perfect

  • @sincerelysof
    @sincerelysof Рік тому

    This looks very promising! The camera quality looks very nice too. Yes, the durability is my concern, so I'll wait and see how other people enjoy it :)

  • @lfnkf
    @lfnkf Рік тому

    Nice Brick. You can also use it to hold your door ir on top of some paper to avoid flying in the wind

  • @firas6762
    @firas6762 Рік тому

    Yes for sure, Asus is always creative, will wait for gen 2 to get one

  • @bonglesnodkins329
    @bonglesnodkins329 Рік тому

    I like the idea. I suspect it will take a few generations (and lower prices) for the execution to start being a compelling proposition.