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Foldable Phones Are Everywhere in Korea. Are They the Future?

I noticed foldable phones everywhere during my trip to Seoul, proving that foldables have potential despite their many shortcomings. Read the CNET article for more info: Are Foldables the Future of Phones? I Traveled Across the World to Find Out 0:00 Intro 1:20 Galaxy Z Flip owners 1:44 Galaxy Z Fold owners 2:35 Foldable phone…

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I noticed foldable phones everywhere during my trip to Seoul, proving that foldables have potential despite their many shortcomings.

Read the CNET article for more info:
Are Foldables the Future of Phones? I Traveled Across the World to Find Out

0:00 Intro
1:20 Galaxy Z Flip owners
1:44 Galaxy Z Fold owners
2:35 Foldable phone markets
2:50 Samsung’s Flagship store in Korea

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43 Comments

  1. Richard

    August 24, 2023 at 9:51 am

    Foldable phones will catch on in the US once Apple releases their refined version.

    • Mr Kx

      August 24, 2023 at 10:36 am

      And sells it for $10,000.

  2. CPaps

    August 24, 2023 at 9:56 am

    I think they already are ‘The Next Big Thing’

  3. laujo

    August 24, 2023 at 9:56 am

    In Germany I see a lot of Galaxy Z Flips in public, but I never saw a Z Fold, because it’s to expensive for most people. As long as the Z Folds will be so expensive, I will stick to my iPhone as the Flip doesn’t bringt any advantage for me

    • murcielago Cruz

      August 24, 2023 at 10:20 am

      Yeah I hoping Samsung make fold lite. Like I’m ok if they use 2 year hardware and cut down on camera , to reduce overall price

  4. Paulrb8

    August 24, 2023 at 9:57 am

    Folding phones nice gadget , but wait till you accidentally damage the soft screen inside, one free repair then your on your own . Good luck with that 👍💩

    • LChatmanFL

      August 24, 2023 at 12:37 pm

      The original Galaxy Note with a 5.3 inch screen was a called a gimmick at first also. Now we have 6.7 inch iPhones 😮

    • ChadH2023

      August 24, 2023 at 3:49 pm

      Phone insurance 🤷 Also, Samsung offers a 2nd replacement near 25 bucks. Nice try tho

  5. Robert Burnam

    August 24, 2023 at 9:57 am

    these people are not productive enough to need a 1400 phone

  6. Cody Gaga

    August 24, 2023 at 9:59 am

    Lmao not you shaking your head in aggreance as if you can understand what he saying lol

  7. Mike G

    August 24, 2023 at 10:08 am

    Too thick.. Screen looks fk

  8. thelonewolf191

    August 24, 2023 at 10:16 am

    Foldable phones are so pointless. No idea why they’re so popular

    • Kyle Kwon

      August 24, 2023 at 7:18 pm

      Once you start using one, you will understand.

  9. Bill Miller

    August 24, 2023 at 10:26 am

    I have a Flip-3. I bought it for the cool factor. Ultimately, I like how compact it is when folded.

  10. ثلاجات مستعملة

    August 24, 2023 at 10:30 am

    0:02 ayo

  11. Mr Kx

    August 24, 2023 at 10:35 am

    Looks like they’re all Souled on flip phones over there..*rim shot* I love my Flip 5 over the 4. The cover screen is actually useful now. My one main gripe is that the fingerprint sensor is so sensitive that whenever I pull out my phone from my pocket, it tries to register any finger that touches it. So b y the time I get it out my pocket, it has been locked from fingerprint use and I’m required to enter the pin. The 4 didn’t do this.

  12. sonny

    August 24, 2023 at 10:53 am

    They just aren’t durable enough. But I have seen them for cheap now but Even at 650 bucks they’re tempting at best but I know too many clumsy people and I drop my phone from time to time. Instant death. So for me, it’s a screen protalector 100%

  13. OW

    August 24, 2023 at 11:35 am

    I’ve owned two, it’ll be a while before im back to a foldable. Honestly I want Apple or someone to start pushing for satcom phones, all of these foldables will take the backseat once someone releases a satcom phone and everyone’s going to rush to put out their own version.

    • Jason

      August 24, 2023 at 6:11 pm

      Sat com phones will not work indoors you do realize they need access to satellites. There is absolutely no need for them when LTE towers are already everywhere. 🤦‍♂️

    • OW

      August 24, 2023 at 6:25 pm

      @Jason then the phone will switch to wifi or cellular. There’s plenty of spots around the world with no cell reception. Rural America is one of them, I was in the Maldives with no cell reception and reliant on the wifi in the room but had nothing on the beach. Cmon man think outside of the box 🤦🏽‍♂️

      This will also allow people to travel and not have to purchase a cellular plan, hence why Apple and supposedly Google is getting rid of a physical sim tray. Kind of no need for it if these phone manufacturers are going to sell satcom plans to people.

  14. Max

    August 24, 2023 at 12:01 pm

    Very interesting video! Thanks for the mini report.

  15. Nicholas Doulgass

    August 24, 2023 at 12:06 pm

    Regressive pop culture is everywhere.

  16. Nn J

    August 24, 2023 at 12:30 pm

    Honestly the current fold are not as perfect as 2000s folds

  17. stoney roberts

    August 24, 2023 at 12:32 pm

    It’s not the phone that I don’t like, it’s the operating system that they run.
    The phone / hardware is Awesome but OS is still too messy for me. You have to agree to Samsungs terms and googles terms both. Was always a chore to get simple things to work like visual voicemail.

  18. Mizzoulord13

    August 24, 2023 at 12:43 pm

    I have both the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and now the Google Pixel Fold and both have been very good in their own ways. The Z Flip 3 is compact and easy to slip in my dress shirt pocket for work. The Pixel Fold is a true beast. I can be very productive by making docs, taking terrific photos and making TikTok videos. I believe the versatility of the foldable phone will make this the phone of the future.

  19. Bryant Quiroz

    August 24, 2023 at 2:14 pm

    I want one but the high prices have been holding me back, id rather wait until the market becomes more accessible to everyone or buy used off the market

  20. Mindwalker

    August 24, 2023 at 4:03 pm

    I don’t want or need a crappy foldable phone that breaks even easier than regular phones.

  21. ramin barai

    August 24, 2023 at 6:33 pm

    I wouldn’t want one I’ll break it in 2days

  22. Kyle Kwon

    August 24, 2023 at 7:18 pm

    I have both Zfold 3 and Zflip 5… never going back to regular phones.

  23. Andrew Kalaydjian

    August 24, 2023 at 8:09 pm

    Great reporting !!

  24. Vagabondo

    August 24, 2023 at 9:17 pm

    Asians buy any gimmick that is thrown at them.

  25. Raymond Thornton

    August 24, 2023 at 10:22 pm

    Yeah the actual folding glass/plastic will improve in the years to come as well as screen resolution, weight and of course thickness.

  26. Chinix

    August 24, 2023 at 11:51 pm

    Lol did bro said z flip 1. No such thing as tht, only z flip 3 onwards haha

  27. UncleAlpha

    August 25, 2023 at 2:18 am

    Waiting for the iphone fold version to upgrade

  28. ljacobs357

    August 25, 2023 at 2:36 am

    Z Flip 5 rules.

  29. RoffaboyS

    August 25, 2023 at 4:43 am

    Its gonna flop, wake me up when there is a battery that last 30 days not hours ty!

  30. muckymucks

    August 25, 2023 at 4:48 am

    I’d definitely consider getting a foldable phone but I dislike Android. I’d wait for Apple to do their version. I’m also concerned for the durability as that one woman said she’s gone through four phones already.

  31. SuperG50 Zero

    August 25, 2023 at 6:10 am

    I’m here in the US and some of my coworkers saw my new Z flip 5 and were commenting on how cool it is with its features and small screen. I doubt they’ll buy one though, flip phones need to get bigger batteries and better cameras if they want to compete or Apple releasing a flip iPhone would put it mainstream here in the US.

  32. Zion Gallant

    August 25, 2023 at 6:30 am

    Just got the Fold 5. Great phone and a very good starting point. Its just the Apple zoo in America that makes them rare. When more people get their hands on them, they’ll realize how unique they are. It’s nice to stand out from the smartphone crowd 😂

  33. ars ha d

    August 25, 2023 at 10:57 am

    I have flip 4

  34. Ad Adri

    August 25, 2023 at 12:36 pm

    Too late. In America they already have Vision Pro

  35. Bruh 😎

    August 25, 2023 at 2:49 pm

    Bro when apple?! When?! 😢

  36. Vinay B.

    August 25, 2023 at 9:22 pm

    Get rid of the crease at $1000 and then we’ll talk.

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