I replaced my laptop with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 for a week. I connected to a monitor using Dex mode, worked on the go in Flex mode, and connected a keyboard and mouse in Tablet mode.
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0:00 The Galaxy Z Fold 4
0:44 Exploring Dex mode
2:26 Using Apps in Dex mode
4:19 Notifications in Dex mode
4:28 Desktop organization in Dex mode
5:10 Hot Keys in Dex mode
6:38 Flex mode
8:01 Tablet mode
9:30 Verdict
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Smartphonefan52
November 18, 2022 at 9:14 pm
This is an interesting take. The Z Fold4 is a very versatile and capable device. I can see it being able to fulfill most tasks that a laptop can do. Samsung DeX is one of the most underrated features on Galaxy smartphones. I like that it turns your phone into desktop like experience. I don’t think many people talk about this, but using a cloud PC service like Shadow or Windows 365 can make this a laptop replacement when traveling. I will note that the subscription can be quite pricey and you need a good internet connection to have the best experience.
VPN Consult
November 18, 2022 at 9:31 pm
Flex
Samsung Dex
Alvee One
November 18, 2022 at 10:10 pm
I’m so sick of hearing Apple users saying, “This non-Apple tech is SOOOO amazing! I would absolutely use it. BUt I HaZ apPle eCoSyStEmZ…🥴🤷♂️”
What I actually hear them saying is:
“I would be a big boy but I’m a baby.” 👶
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
L.A.M.E. 🤦♂️
Michael Griffiths
November 18, 2022 at 10:44 pm
Great video.
I have the Fold 3 which I upgraded from the Fold 2. I might skip the 4 as I now work from home so I don’t need the extra battery life.
I’m a big user of Dex, and have been for many years.
Dex reminds me of how greedy Apple is. They could easily provide a Desktop experience with their iPhone’s, but if they did that, people wouldn’t buy as many MacBooks..
So you have hundreds of millions of people walking around with chips in their phones that offer greater performance than 75% of desktops, but who will never _ever_ user the chip to even 50% of its potential!!
At least with Samsung and 1plus you can levy the power of your phone.
Blue Gene
November 18, 2022 at 11:00 pm
Good video! To be honest, if I were invested into the Apple ecosystem, I would be inclined to go all out on the Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 or wait for the next iteration, 5. Why? Simply because I can do away with a Macbook, iPhone and iPad. I have it all in one! Sure, the Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 isn’t perfect, but it keeps getting better all the time. Hence why I would hold out for the Galaxy Fold 5. With the next generation of Snapdragon Gen 8 2, I’d be expecting more! A better camera system, and more capabilities. Now that Lumafusion is out on Android, I can’t see myself wanting a whole lot more from Android. The combination of Android (Samsung) and Windows PC are unbeatable!
Abod Alaa
November 18, 2022 at 11:01 pm
It’s just not convenient for programmers to use that small screen
faz Patel
November 18, 2022 at 11:48 pm
Is this worth buying?? I’m on the verge of buying it
ItsHarley
November 18, 2022 at 11:54 pm
I’m 1 months in, and it’s has been my favorite phone since I got it. I have the s22 and the fold 4. The s22 is for calls and pictures and the fold 4 is what I use for everything else. Gaming, watching YouTube, movies, scrolling Facebook, Twitter and tiktok. I’ve never needed to try the inside camera because I’m always using the main camera. If I didn’t need 2 phone this would be my only phone.
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November 19, 2022 at 9:10 pm
Regular s22 or ultra?
MrJG
November 19, 2022 at 12:19 am
This is really cool. I’m impressed at how well this functions. It’s not perfect, for sure. But it will get better. With these sorts of things I am most interested in the future potential of this technology. Phones will eventually get to a point where they will function as well as computers today. Whether that means they will ever catch up to the advances that the computers of the future will make… that’s doubtful. However, I definitely think we will get to a stage where a good portion of the population will work from their phones in such a way as this video shows.
Joedga
November 19, 2022 at 1:05 am
Good review! But it’s mystifying that you don’t mention how the UI is similar to Windows. It’s closer to Windows than Mac, e.g., in the way windows snap. Are you not familiar with Windows 11? You should try it. It’s great!
Philip Worthington
November 19, 2022 at 9:22 pm
If he’s not familiar with Windows Snap he hasn’t used a PC since Windows XP.
Being of Inconceivable Horror
November 19, 2022 at 2:06 am
Maybe it can replace your laptop but I doubt it can replace my asus ROG. Let me know when it is capable of playing games on the desk mode such as mmorpgs with high end graphics.
Madison M
November 19, 2022 at 2:13 am
Why not bite the bullet and leave Apple ASAP if that’s the case?
TheBoris178
November 19, 2022 at 3:11 am
Lol and you replace your laptop every year because the screen Crack before the year hopefully you have insurance o don’t forger the deductible I will agree powerful wonderful phone is not for everyone don’t give hope to the wrong crowd be honest
Terry Thomas
November 19, 2022 at 3:40 am
Try switching cameras use the back cameras for zoom, instead of the front one
David Empire
November 19, 2022 at 3:52 am
I am 17 years old and I have the Z Fold4.
Era S
November 19, 2022 at 4:09 am
Well if you dont need to use heavy applications such as virtual machines or video editing software then dex is fine
Mark H
November 19, 2022 at 5:40 am
Of course it’s worth..the Z Fold4 is basically 3 devices in one..smartphone, PC and a tablet/laptop that fits in your pocket…it’s a bargain when you look at it like that which is the only way to look at it…Especially when you can get one for $1400, that’s $465 for each devices..
Felix Five
November 19, 2022 at 8:39 am
Yeah, nah.
ummarul bariq
November 19, 2022 at 11:57 am
hebat mcm mne pon samsung tapi orang bukan ambik kesah pun
Paul Harris
November 19, 2022 at 5:51 pm
Thank you for your review, now I’m thinking of buying one.
Jeff Wulf
November 19, 2022 at 6:33 pm
Pair with Nreal Air AR glasses and your mind will REALLY be blown.
Philip Worthington
November 19, 2022 at 8:26 pm
He’s excited about being able to snap windows, so it shows he’s normally a Mac user!
Mr. Segundus
November 19, 2022 at 11:17 pm
I’m invested in the Apple ecosystem (iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple Watch Ultra, MacBook Pro, Apple TV, etc) but god I really want the Z Fold 4. It’s so different from anything I’ve ever used. The only thing stopping me, other than the Apple ecosystem, is concerns about long-term durability of the folding display.
Anthony Gale
November 19, 2022 at 11:38 pm
I use DEX mode on my Tab S7 all the time and it has replaced my personal laptop. People that say android tablets are junk haven’t tried Samsung DEX and they don’t know what they’re talking about. And the functionality is WAY better than an iPad.
David Braddock
November 20, 2022 at 12:33 am
I’ve been looking at this for a few weeks. Finally pushed me to say yes
Thanks
~ DB
PS What monitor were you using in your office? Care to share that link too?
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November 20, 2022 at 1:33 am
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Targetlockon
November 20, 2022 at 2:19 am
Mostly about Samsung Dex that you can use on other phones not just the Fold line up
Vincent Koech
November 20, 2022 at 5:49 am
Basically, this review concludes that it’s a great device but lacks an Apple logo.
janne koivuniemi
November 20, 2022 at 9:17 am
Good points on video, I will buy that phone.
Benwin Yu
November 20, 2022 at 2:01 pm
i love to have 1, but wallet wont allow 🙂
Nathan Joseph Santos
November 20, 2022 at 2:35 pm
Replace my laptop them went to use Dex mode 🤦
Develen Tsai
November 20, 2022 at 3:23 pm
This is just BS! Who would hook the dex mode to a computer when there’s a computer already! and it also defeats its purpose as a tablet if you bring a second screen to work as a laptop! It’s a good phone and a great tablet and nothing else!
Mark Galveston
November 20, 2022 at 4:39 pm
I have been an Apple user since 2007, bought the z-fold 4, and I just love it it’s amazing, watching YouTube, reading and news clips, doing zooms, is an incredible experience in your pocket everyday 🤩🤩🤩
Nick Ricketts
November 20, 2022 at 5:39 pm
You can use Samsung’s own good lock app to unlock dex to allow unlimited apps open at once
Nick Ricketts
November 20, 2022 at 5:45 pm
I use my galaxy phone for software development. It can run any full Linux apps, gimp, vscode, postgesql server, anything.
O Ince
November 20, 2022 at 7:01 pm
Great review, and thanks for not going into a bunch of bench mark testing that most users don’t even care about. This showed why I’ve gravitated to Samsungs ecosystem and decided to trade in my Galaxy 22 Ultra for this Fold 4. It handles my productivity task very well, and yes there are some areas for improvements but I’m confident that Samsung will work on making it better over the coming years. Nothing against Apple users but I find Samsung just give greater flexibility of use within all of their tech.
Justin_tech
November 20, 2022 at 7:50 pm
**Dex mode can be used on a bunch of Samsung devices, not just the Fold 4 🤓** – What’s your favorite way to use the Z Fold 4?
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November 21, 2022 at 5:47 am
Let’s Talk ✅✅
Asif
November 20, 2022 at 9:14 pm
My LG wing can go to the Dex mode without cable with miracast. BRING back LG Wing 😢😢
Ng Say Tar 黄世达
November 21, 2022 at 2:28 am
The only reason obstructing me from buying z fold 4is the price 😂
Ladrón
November 21, 2022 at 2:41 am
Lumafusion now on Android for your video editing needs, or capcut
Liberato Garced
November 21, 2022 at 3:31 am
After you used a Fold you may not want any other phone, be aware.
dave howell
November 21, 2022 at 3:52 am
Great content
hungrydan
November 21, 2022 at 10:17 am
After seeing this, I will consider getting a future Samsung Fold as my laptop replacement. Hopefully, that won’t be until a couple years later.
Faris Hakim
November 21, 2022 at 1:22 pm
I have one question for those who like to use DEX….
Have you guys tried using Dex on PC (not TV ok) and play Netflix? Does it able display the content to the PC or not? Cuz I tried on my Note 9 today but it won’t work. Same thing happened when I want to edit my poster design on Canva
Arturo R.
November 21, 2022 at 3:02 pm
Since I changed from my 10+ years using regular boxy phones my new Fold 4 is a game changer, I can never go back to a regular phone. Eager to see what Samsung has for the upcoming Fold family.
Diwa Alejandro Galvez
November 22, 2022 at 1:14 am
I honestly love the iPad, but DeX runs circles around Stage Manager. If you are planning to replace your laptop since you are not a heavy user, this or the Tab S8 variants make sense. If you are a regular consumer who wants to use tablets as tablets, then the iPad is still the way to go.
Both excellent manufacturers, Samsung and Apple.