MakeUseOf - Folding Phones https://www.makeuseof.com MUO is your guide to modern tech. Learn how to make use of the tech and gadgets around you, and discover cool stuff on the internet. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:16:28 GMT en-US hourly 60 <![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Review: Still the King of the Clamshell]]> In 2020, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip, the company’s first clamshell foldable device, aimed at giving you a compact phone that flips open to reveal a larger screen. The first Galaxy Z Flip introduced a new form factor for smartphones but with some compromises like battery life and camera quality.

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Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:16:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip5-review/
<![CDATA[What's the Worst Samsung Phone to Buy in 2023?]]> If you haven't got an iPhone, chances are you're using a Samsung Galaxy instead. This line of smartphones has become incredibly popular over the years and is now the second-most popular choice next to Apple's iPhone range. But not all Samsung Galaxy phones are a hit. In 2023, there are a couple of notable examples you might want to think twice about.

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Sun, 24 Sep 2023 12:30:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/worst-samsung-phone-to-buy/
<![CDATA[Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Waterproof?]]> Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 5 has various enhancements to its predecessor. Specifications-wise, the Z Fold 5 is undoubtedly a solid foldable smartphone. Nonetheless, with its $1,800 price tag, you should be concerned about the device's durability.

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Sat, 23 Sep 2023 19:01:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/is-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-waterproof/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Fold5 Review: More Than Just an Iteration ]]> We got our first glimpse at Samsung’s ambitions for the foldable smartphone only four years ago. In the years since, we’ve seen massive interest in this form factor, with companies like Oppo, Xiaomi, Vivo, and even Google making their own. With that initial Galaxy Fold, Samsung was determined to be the pioneer of the industry. But now, in 2023, with its Galaxy Z Fold5, it appears the company is seemingly comfortable in its reign as the industry leader, giving what seems to be an iterative update over the Fold4—which was already just a marginal improvement over the Fold3.

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Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:15:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-fold5-review/
<![CDATA[iPhone 15 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Which Is Better?]]> The iPhone 15 Pro is the latest and greatest phone from Apple, and it comes with quite a few nifty improvements over its predecessor, which introduced the Dynamic Island and changed the face of the iPhone.

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Sat, 16 Sep 2023 15:00:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/iphone-15-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-comparison/
<![CDATA[Why the Foldable Smartphone Crease Is Still an Issue in 2023]]> Foldable devices are edging towards becoming mainstream, with a growing number of manufacturers joining the movement with their iterations and more established brands, such as Samsung, Huawei, and Honor, releasing their third, fourth, and fifth-generation foldable devices.

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Fri, 08 Sep 2023 21:30:26 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/why-foldable-smartphone-crease-still-issue/
<![CDATA[7 Weird and Wonderful Products We Spotted at IFA 2023]]> At IFA 2023, we saw a lot of impressive new tech. But among these high-end tech showcases were some unusual and innovative products, the type of tech that makes you look twice. So, here are the weirdest and most wonderful products we found at IFA 2023.

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Mon, 04 Sep 2023 18:20:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/weird-and-wonderful-products-we-spotted-ifa-2023/
<![CDATA[The Best New Smartphones We Spotted at IFA 2023]]> IFA 2023 is here, and we're seeing some really cool products being unveiled, including a few smartphones. From Honor to Sony, from foldable to rollable, IFA has it all. We've seen some fantastic designs and impressive features, so we're excited to showcase your next favorite phone.

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Mon, 04 Sep 2023 15:16:24 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/ifa-2023-best-new-smartphones/
<![CDATA[IFA 2023: Honor Reveals World's Thinnest Foldable Smartphone, the Magic V2]]> Honor is never far from the action when it comes to cutting-edge tech. Here at IFA 2023, Honor has launched the Magic V2, a 9.9mm foldable smartphone featuring a triple-rear camera configuration, a substantial 5,000mAh battery, and a titanium alloy folding hinge it claims can withstand 400,000 folds.

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Fri, 01 Sep 2023 15:26:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/honor-reveals-magic-v2-foldable-smartphone/
<![CDATA[Fold vs. Flip: Which Is the Better Form Factor for Foldable Phones?]]> The two types of folding phones—the book-style fold phones and the more traditional clamshell-style flip phones—share a lot of similarities, both in terms of benefits and flaws. On the bright side, both can fit a bigger screen in a smaller body, fold halfway to be used as a stand, and take high-quality selfies using the main camera system on the back.

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Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:00:23 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/fold-vs-flip-best-foldable-phone-form-factor/
<![CDATA[The Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 Case Deals]]> Whenever you get a brand new phone, one of the first things you have to do is to find the right way to keep it protected. After all, dropping your phone to the ground and seeing the case get a dent or the screen shatter is between heartbreaking and enraging since you spent so much on the device. Well, with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 getting launched, it's of utmost importance to make sure we get a case for the device.

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Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:07:18 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-5-case-deals/
<![CDATA[Is Apple Making a Flip Phone? What We Know About It So Far]]> We've seen a bunch of rumors lately about Apple making a foldable iPhone, specifically a clamshell-style flip phone. This would certainly make sense, following in the footsteps of Huawei, Samsung, and Motorola, who all offer foldable phones.

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Wed, 02 Aug 2023 20:45:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/apple-foldable-phone-what-we-know/
<![CDATA[Which Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Color Is Best for You?]]> An increasing number of people are switching to foldable phones, specifically, flip phones like the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5. If you're one of them, you might want some help deciding which color to choose that best represents your unique style.

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Fri, 28 Jul 2023 08:50:15 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-colors/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs. Motorola Razr+: Which Is the Better Flip Phone?]]> After years of Samsung being the only player in the foldable phones market, other Android manufacturers are finally starting to catch up.

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Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:59:25 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-vs-motorola-razr-plus-compared/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs. Galaxy S23: Should You Switch to a Flip Phone?]]> The $999 Flip 5 is Samsung's newest addition to the Galaxy Z lineup of foldable phones, and it seems more people are now willing to give the new form factor a shot than ever before.

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Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:13:14 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-vs-galaxy-s23/
<![CDATA[Everything Announced at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2023]]> Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2023 marked the first time an Unpacked event was held in Samsung's home country of South Korea. Though the COEX convention center gave a different vibe than past shows, nothing about Unpacked July 2023 was unconventional. It was a show of glorified upgrades, with a surprise or three sprinkled throughout.

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Thu, 27 Jul 2023 08:34:36 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/everything-announced-samsung-unpacked-july-2023-flip5-fold5-watch6-tabs9/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 4: What's the Difference?]]> Samsung dominates the market for foldable phones, and the Fold series is its flagship range, packing ultra-high-end features and a high price to match. The latest model is the Galaxy Z Fold 5 which succeeds the Z Fold 4 that launched in 2022. It brings several changes to make the device even better.

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Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:01:53 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-fold-5-vs-galaxy-fold-4-differences/
<![CDATA[The 5 Best Features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5]]> The Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the newest addition to Samsung's lineup of foldable phones, and with this model, the company is bringing a number of new and noteworthy improvements. Let's take a look at the five best features of the Galaxy Flip 5 and examine whether it seems like a worthy upgrade from its predecessor.

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Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:48:13 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5-best-features/
<![CDATA[3 Reasons to Buy and 3 Reasons to Avoid the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5]]> The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is Samsung's latest flagship foldable phone for 2023, designed for enhanced productivity and media consumption. Starting at the same price as its predecessor, $1799, the device is certainly not cheap.

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Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:13:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-fold-5-pros-cons/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2023: What to Expect and How to Watch]]> Samsung has confirmed the date of its summer Galaxy Unpacked event. It'll take place on July 26th and will see the launch of a whole host of new hardware products. The company is set to unveil new Android tablets, smartwatches, and—best of all—the fifth generation of its folding phones.

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Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:46:09 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-unpacked-july-2023-expectations/
<![CDATA[Motorola Razr+: Why Bigger Cover Screens on Flip Phones Aren't Always Better]]> The Motorola Razr+ flip phone (also known as the Razr 40 Ultra in some regions) is here and one of its highlight features is an unusually big cover screen that's unlike anything seen before on a device of this form factor.

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Tue, 06 Jun 2023 17:42:05 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/motorola-razr-flip-phone-big-cover-screen/
<![CDATA[Motorola Razr+ 2023 vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4: Which Flip Phone Is Better?]]> If you want a flip smartphone in the US, you only have one real option: the Samsung Z Flip4. While there are other models out there, like the Oppo Find N2 Flip and the 2022 Motorola Razr, they aren't readily available locally.

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Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:51:17 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-z-flip4-vs-motorola-razr-plus-2023-compared/
<![CDATA[Google Pixel Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4: Which Is Better?]]> The Pixel Fold is Google's first foldable smartphone, and it's the first real competitor to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, at least in North America. We've been waiting for the Pixel Fold for quite some time to see how Google optimizes Android to take full advantage of the foldable form factor.

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Fri, 12 May 2023 14:39:38 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-pixel-fold-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-4-comparison/
<![CDATA[Honor Launches the Foldable Magic Vs in the UK]]> Honor's latest folding smartphone—the Honor Magic Vs—has launched in the UK, and you can grab yourself a fantastic deal on the handset, if you're quick.

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Fri, 12 May 2023 13:11:52 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/honor-magic-vs-foldable-launches-uk/
<![CDATA[Google I/O 2023: Here's Everything That Was Announced]]> Google I/O 2023 was Google's most consequential I/O yet. In a year when critics are questioning if Google's "still got it," and in a year when Google seems to be falling behind AI competitors like OpenAI and Microsoft, Google needed to throw down the proverbial gauntlet and let the world know why it has been a tech giant for nearly three decades.

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Fri, 12 May 2023 09:13:38 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-io-2023-what-was-announced/
<![CDATA[Google Pixel Fold: The 5 Best Features in Google's First Foldable Phone]]> Google's Pixel Fold marks the company's official entry into the foldable market dominated by Samsung. The Google Pixel Fold uses an identical book-style design that we've seen on other devices, with a smaller 5.8-inch exterior display and a larger 7.6-inch internal display.

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Thu, 11 May 2023 11:09:07 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-pixel-fold-best-features/
<![CDATA[How Do Foldable Laptop Screens Work? Foldable Laptops Compared]]> Foldable displays are an impressive feat of engineering and pose many uses in portable products. They allow a large display to be utilized, which can cleverly fold to a more streamlined form factor.

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Sat, 29 Apr 2023 14:45:16 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/how-do-foldable-laptop-screens-work/
<![CDATA[Google I/O 2023: What to Expect and How to Watch]]> Google I/O is a developer event that always opens with a keynote during which Google unveils a host of new hardware and software products. Many fans are waiting to see what the company will unveil in 2023.

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Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:20:16 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-io-2023-how-to-watch-what-to-expect/
<![CDATA[Pixel Fold: What We Expect to See From Google's First Folding Phone]]>

Google has yet to enter the foldable smartphone market, but that looks set to change. The company is expected to launch its first foldable, simply called the Pixel Fold, at the May 2023 Google I/O event. Here are some things we expect to see from Google's Pixel Fold.

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Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:05:16 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/pixel-fold-what-we-expect/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Review: Evolving, But Not Fast Enough]]> Samsung wasn't the first to the flexible phone party—that title goes to the almost unknown Royole—but has established themselves as the main name in that niche. Not for a good reason, however: in most countries, they're the only company selling foldables.

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Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:20:17 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip4-review/
<![CDATA[11 Features We Want to See in a Foldable iPhone]]> Samsung has pioneered the new generation of foldable smartphones long enough with its Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip line. When will Apple bring its cutting-edge hardware and buttery smooth software into the fray to go toe to toe with Samsung?

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Thu, 23 Mar 2023 18:00:17 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/features-we-want-to-see-in-foldable-iphone/
<![CDATA[Pixel 8, Pixel Fold, and More Revealed in Big Google Hardware Leaks]]>

Google is gearing up for a big year of hardware launches, but there won't be many surprises left by the time the phones are announced. The Pixel 8 and 8 Pro, the mid-range Pixel 7a, and the hotly-anticipated Pixel Fold have all been shown off in detail in a series of leaks.The devices are expected to be unveiled at the Google I/O event in May. Read on for a sneak peek at what to expect.

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Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:00:23 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/pixel-8-pro-pixel-fold-pixel-7a-revealed-google-hardware-leak/
<![CDATA[Why Aren't Foldable Phones Mainstream Yet? Here Are the 9 Things They Lack]]> By now, we've all heard the hype around foldable phones. We know they have a strong appeal and that companies claim them to be the "next big thing" in the tech industry.

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Tue, 07 Mar 2023 16:45:15 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/foldable-phones-become-mainstream/
<![CDATA[4 New Foldable Phones Shown at MWC 2023]]> Foldable phones are still far from being mainstream, but that hasn't stopped smartphone companies from continuing to innovate and push the industry forward.

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Thu, 02 Mar 2023 11:05:16 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/new-foldable-phones-mwc-2023/
<![CDATA[Why You Shouldn't Buy a Foldable Phone in 2023]]> While global smartphone sales are falling, one category that is expected to do surprisingly well is foldable phones. Samsung is the biggest supplier of foldable phones right now, but it seems other Android manufacturers are starting to catch up—heating up the tech arena.

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Sat, 25 Feb 2023 19:00:16 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/why-you-shouldnt-buy-a-foldable-phone/
<![CDATA[Cover Displays on Foldable Phones Are Getting Bigger: Here Are 3 Ways We Want to Use Them]]>

The flip phone is making a comeback. But don’t call it a comeback. Instead, call it "delayed evolution."If early rumors about folding phones gaining large and interactive cover displays are true, the form factor is about to be at the cutting edge once again. Below are three ways we want to use cover displays in future foldables.

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Fri, 24 Feb 2023 19:45:16 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/bigger-cover-display-foldable-phone/
<![CDATA[Why Honor's Innovative Hinge Is a Big Step Forward for Foldable Phones]]> The hinge is the most important part of any foldable phone, and its design and structural integrity play a big role in how well the device holds up in the long term. Samsung currently dominates the foldable phone market, but its foldables are far from perfect and the company's competitors are catching up.

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Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:42:43 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/honor-vs-hinge-big-step-forward-for-foldable-phones/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Price Slims Down to $850]]> The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 was released in 2021 and it was easily one of the best phones we reviewed that year. While expensive, there are a ton of features to justify the price, starting with the impressive 7.6-inch display. This is a massive phone that you can work on, play games, or just procrastinate.

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Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:59:47 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-fold-3-best-deal/
<![CDATA[iPhone 14 Pro vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4: Is a Flip Phone Better?]]> Although foldable phones aren't mainstream yet, more buyers seem to be open to trying them out than ever. And if you're one of them, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is probably on your radar.

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Thu, 22 Dec 2022 12:00:15 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/iphone-14-pro-vs-samsung-galaxy-z-flip-4/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Motorola Moto Razr 2022: Which Is the Best Small Flip Phone?]]> Given the recent surge in their sales, it seems now more than ever that foldable phones are starting to become fairly reliable mainstream gadgets instead of experimental prototypes. You might be aware of Samsung's latest Z Fold 4 and Flip 4. While the latter clearly has bigger ambition, most people who buy foldables prefer the latter.

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Thu, 15 Sep 2022 19:00:13 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-4-vs-motorola-moto-razr-2022/
<![CDATA[Why Is Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip So Much More Popular Than the Galaxy Z Fold?]]> Samsung is one of the key players in the foldable segment of the smartphone market. Although it wasn't the first to launch a foldable phone, Samsung is taking foldables to the masses, acquiring most of the global sales market share.

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Fri, 09 Sep 2022 19:01:13 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-flip-more-popular-than-galaxy-fold/
<![CDATA[Galaxy Z Fold 4 Review: Is It Finally Ready?]]> Since its inception, Samsung has pioneered the concept of a foldable smartphone. Its original Galaxy Fold had a rocky start, which was delayed until fall 2019. While not making dramatic changes to the device this year, Samsung has refined the Galaxy Fold to a point where it could possibly be considered as a daily driver for people. So, does the Galaxy Fold 4 meet that bar?

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Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:05:14 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-fold-4-review/
<![CDATA[Save Big on the Samsung Galaxy Z Series With Best Buy]]> Samsung’s range of foldable smartphones has proven popular among consumers. Not only do they offer top-end specs, but they are also incredibly compact, making them a great choice for portability.

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Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:00:13 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-series-best-buy/
<![CDATA[Samsung Is Bringing All the Fold 4 and Flip 4 Features to Its Old Foldable Phones]]> All of Samsung's existing foldable phones are about to get a whole lot of new features, as they become eligible to be upgraded to the One UI 4.1.1 software used on the latest generation Flip 4 and Fold 4 devices. It will bring them vastly improved multitasking, new camera features, and a much more useful cover screen.

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Mon, 05 Sep 2022 13:55:27 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-flip3-fold3-fold2-fold-flip-update-one-ui-411/
<![CDATA[The History of Samsung’s Foldable Galaxy Z Series Phones]]> Samsung's foldable Galaxy Z series is just getting started, but within the short period the series has been around, the company has made plausible advances. Unsurprisingly, the company's foldable phones are some of the best on the market.

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Thu, 25 Aug 2022 17:31:14 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/history-samsung-foldable-galaxy-z-series/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Fold 4: Which One Should You Choose?]]> The Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Fold 4 are the latest additions to Samsung's foldable series. The improvements this time around seem to be about refining the experience of the last foldables rather than making any major design changes.

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Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:30:14 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip4-vs-fold4/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 3: What's the Difference?]]> Samsung is one of the biggest proponents of foldable smartphones on the market. After debuting the Galaxy Z Fold 3 in August 2021, Samsung is back with a successor to its premium foldable phone. With the debut of the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Samsung marks the fourth generation of its bendy devices.

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Sat, 13 Aug 2022 11:45:14 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-fold-4-vs-galaxy-fold-3/
<![CDATA[Samsung's New Foldable Phones Are Official: Here Are the Galaxy Flip4 and Galaxy Fold4]]> After a few months of steady leaks, Samsung has finally unveiled its foldable phones for 2022, the Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Galaxy Z Fold4. The phones aren't massively different to last year's models, barring a significantly upgraded chipset and some welcome polish to the design and software, and the relatively high prices are the same as before.

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Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:30:28 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsungs-flip4-fold4-specs/
<![CDATA[Samsung's New Folding Phones Will Launch on August 10. Here's What They Look Like]]> The next generation of Samsung's folding phones, the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4, look set to be unveiled on August 10, after Samsung confirmed the date for its latest Unpacked event. But as ever, there are no secrets in the Android world, so new images of the phones have been leaked, showing them in all their glory.

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Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:03:30 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsungs-new-folding-phones-will-launch-on-august-10/
<![CDATA[Galaxy Z Fold4 Specs Leak in Full, and Not Much Is Changing]]>

The specs for the Galaxy Z Fold4—Samsung's upcoming flagship foldable phone—have leaked in full, and they point to a pretty minor update over last year's model.Among the highlights are some slightly upgraded cameras and a faster processor, but other key specs like the display size and battery capacity look set to remain untouched. And there will still be a crease in the screen. Let's take a closer look.

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Mon, 30 May 2022 12:56:23 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-fold-4-specs-leak/
<![CDATA[The 7 Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Cases]]> The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is a foldable powerhouse that deserves top-tier protection despite its high-quality body.

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Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:00:15 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/best-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-3-cases/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Review: Is The Foldable Finally Mainstream?]]> In 2019, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Fold, the company's first foldable device, aimed at giving you a tablet-sized screen that folds into a smaller phone-sized device. With that initial Galaxy Fold, Samsung paved the path for its new ultra-premium product line, but that came with many caveats like durability concerns.

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Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:55:21 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold3-review/
<![CDATA[Why Samsung Needs Its Foldable Phones to Succeed]]> Samsung has retained its number one position in the smartphone market for several years in a row. And for a company that has pioneered innovation in the Android space, the title is well deserved. But unknown to many, the tech giant has been losing its grip on the market.

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Sun, 05 Sep 2021 14:00:22 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/why-samsung-needs-galaxy-z-fold-3-and-flip-3-to-succeed/
<![CDATA[Why Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3 Could Finally Make Foldables Mainstream]]> The newest lineup of Samsung foldable phones includes Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 3, and they're flippin' amazing (pun definitely intended). All eyes are, however, set on the Galaxy Z Fold 3, as is usually the case every time a new phone in the Fold series gets released.

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Sat, 04 Sep 2021 17:00:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-flip3-could-make-foldables-mainstream/
<![CDATA[Why We'd Trade the Galaxy Z Fold 3 for a Galaxy Note 21 Ultra]]> Samsung skipped on the Galaxy Note 21 series this year due to the global semiconductor shortage. This made it the perfect time to push and embrace the foldable form factor via the Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3. Theoretically, the Z Fold 3 is the perfect replacement for the Galaxy Note series.

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Sun, 29 Aug 2021 13:00:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/can-the-galaxy-fold-replace-the-note/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3: Should You Really Buy a $1799 Foldable Phone? ]]> In 2019, Samsung announced its first foldable, the Galaxy Fold. An ambitious experiment for its time. And if you remember, the device immediately made headlines. Not because of how good it was, but because several Galaxy Fold devices broke soon after release.

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Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:01:42 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/should-you-buy-samsung-galaxy-z-fold3-foldable-phone/
<![CDATA[The Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 Are Already Hits for Samsung]]> Samsung has bet heavily on foldable devices this year with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3, and it looks like its gamble has paid off. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 are only available for pre-order, yet they seem to be on their way to becoming a massive success for the company.

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Tue, 24 Aug 2021 03:50:52 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-fold-flip-3-success-samsung/
<![CDATA[5 Features We Don't Like in the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3]]> Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold series introduced a whole new category of foldable smartphones that can be used as tablets back in 2019. The Fold 3 is the newest and the most advanced foldable smartphone that Samsung offers in 2021.

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Sat, 21 Aug 2021 13:15:21 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/why-we-dislike-galaxy-fold-3/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3: All You Need to Know About the $999 Foldable Phone]]> Ever since the launch of the first foldable phone, the sentiment about this new form factor has been the same. A lot of people would come to see the devices and new technology, but nobody would actually buy it—and for good reason. While the tech was surely novel and invited a lot of curiosity, a lot more goes into buying than pure amazement—especially in tech.

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Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:00:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3-foldable-phone/
<![CDATA[5 Things We Don't Like About the Galaxy Z Flip 3]]> Samsung has heavily pushed the foldable smartphone market in the last couple of years. The new Galaxy Z Flip 3 is the company's latest addition, and it brings a ton of improvements for a very attractive price tag.

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Tue, 17 Aug 2021 15:45:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/why-we-dislike-galaxy-z-flip-3/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 vs. Galaxy Z Fold 2: What's the Difference?]]> At first glance, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 might not seem like a big upgrade over the Galaxy Z Fold 2, but Samsung has redone almost every aspect of its latest foldable device to deliver a better experience.

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Tue, 17 Aug 2021 13:15:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-3-vs-galaxy-z-fold-2-difference/
<![CDATA[The 6 Best Features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3]]> From the outside, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 might look just like its predecessor, but Samsung has revamped almost every key aspect of the device. The company's 2021 flagship foldable packs some significant changes and improvements.

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Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:15:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-fold-3-best-features/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Buds 2 Offer Solid Improvements Over Their Predecessors]]> The Galaxy Z Flip 3 and the Galaxy Buds 2 have gone official at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event. The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is a major upgrade over the previous Flip 2, packing some notable performance and reliability improvements.

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Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:25:11 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-flip-3-galaxy-buds-2-announced/
<![CDATA[The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Finally Makes Foldables as Durable as Regular Smartphones]]> Samsung has announced its flagship foldable device of 2021: the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The third iteration of the Galaxy Z Fold packs some major reliability and durability improvements over its predecessor, which brings its durability in line with regular smartphones.

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Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:12:36 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-fold-3-foldables-durable-smartphones/
<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 Leaks in All Its Glory Ahead of Official Announcement]]> Samsung is scheduled to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 3 later next week. Spoiling Samsung's party, though, a leak has detailed almost every key aspect of the company's upcoming foldable.

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Sat, 07 Aug 2021 05:25:56 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/galaxy-z-fold-3-features-specs-leaked/
<![CDATA[Samsung Has Designed a Special S Pen for Its Foldable Phones]]> Ahead of the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 2 on August 11, Samsung has confirmed that it will be bringing its iconic S Pen to its foldable devices. The company also confirmed that it wouldn't unveil a new Galaxy Note device this year. Instead, it will "further broaden beloved Note features to more Samsung Galaxy devices."

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Tue, 27 Jul 2021 07:27:05 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-designed-special-s-pen-foldable-phones/
<![CDATA[What Is a Foldable Phone? A History of a New Type of Smartphone]]> The foldable phone has been through a long and bumpy road. Here's a rundown of that journey.

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Wed, 02 Jun 2021 20:15:20 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/what-is-a-foldable-phone/
<![CDATA[How to Care for Your Foldable Phone: 5 Key Tips]]> When it comes to innovative designs, the concept of a foldable phone screen is one of the most significant leaps forward since the adoption of the waterfall display. With the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 set to arrive in mid-2021, and both Huawei and Motorola also releasing their own foldable smartphone designs, it’s only a matter of time before foldable screens become the norm.

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Thu, 13 May 2021 14:00:33 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/care-foldable-phone-tips/
<![CDATA[The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Is Now Cheaper Than Before in the US]]> Samsung has permanently discounted the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 by $200 in the US making the foldable that much more affordable. The company has also launched a referral program that can get you an additional $100 off on the foldable device.

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Sun, 04 Apr 2021 07:33:24 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-2-price-cut-us/
<![CDATA[Xiaomi Announces a New Folding Phone Called the Mi Mix Fold]]>

Xiaomi has announced its first foldable device under the Mix branding, the Mi Mix Fold. The foldable device also marks the return of the Mi Mix series, which Xiaomi typically uses to showcase its innovative and pathbreaking products.The Mi Mix Fold packs a number of innovative new features and many world-first features for a smartphone, including a quad-speaker setup, liquid lens tech, and more.

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Tue, 30 Mar 2021 14:11:29 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/xiaomi-announces-mi-mix-fold-folding-phone/
<![CDATA[Report: Samsung Is Secretly Working on a Double-Folding Phone]]> Samsung is already the leader in the foldable smartphone segment, and it is now looking to take things to the next level. The company reportedly plans to boost the production of its foldable devices and launch a double-folding smartphone this year.

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Mon, 22 Mar 2021 14:18:03 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/samsung-double-folding-phone-launch-this-year/
<![CDATA[Report: Google Might Make Its Own Folding Phone With Samsung Displays]]> At this point, we need to accept that foldable phones aren't going anywhere and they might even be the future of phones. While they're still niche products with prohibitively expensive price tags, more and more companies are getting into the folding market. In doing so, the prices will need to drop as competition tends to force companies to drop their prices.

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Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:45:14 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/google-folding-phone/
<![CDATA[Report: Xiaomi Working on Foldable Phone With 108MP Camera]]> Foldable phones are clearly not going anywhere. They're not going to replace traditional smartphones anytime soon, but they're gaining popularity quickly.

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Fri, 30 Oct 2020 20:50:02 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/xiaomi-foldable-phone-108mp-camera/
<![CDATA[Samsung's Next Foldable Phone Is the Galaxy Z Flip 5G]]> The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip was one of the most surprising phones to launch in recent memory. While most of us were focused on the more expensive and bigger Galaxy Fold, Samsung also dropped a clamshell-style foldable phone.

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Wed, 22 Jul 2020 23:20:08 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-5g/
<![CDATA[The Galaxy Z Flip Foldable Phone: 5 Important Facts to Know]]> When Samsung unveiled its S20 lineup of flagship devices, it also announced its 2020 foldable smartphone: the Galaxy Z Flip.

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Thu, 13 Feb 2020 18:00:00 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/galaxy-z-flip-facts/
<![CDATA[Samsung Unveils Foldable Phone with Shocking Price Tag]]> Before Samsung's big event today, just about anyone who's been paying even a little attention knew that it was planning to announce its foldable smartphone.

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Thu, 21 Feb 2019 03:30:13 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/samsung-unveils-foldable-phone-shocking-price-tag/
<![CDATA[Folding Phones Are Coming: Surface Phone, Samsung Galaxy X, and More]]> Samsung and Microsoft are seemingly in a race to launch the first truly usable foldable phone.

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Mon, 25 Jun 2018 18:00:00 GMT https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/surface-phone-samsung-x-folding-phone/