• Mandy@sh.itjust.works
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    4 hours ago

    Never understood the reason of foldable smartphones, like what was their intended usecase?

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      4 hours ago

      For me it would be to have a single device that could work as both a phone and tablet, so compact when folded for portability while having the option for using a big screen when needed.

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      4 hours ago

      The only usecase for foldables that made sense is that since phones keep on getting bigger, so having a foldable phone would save some pocket space. However, I think phones stopped growing after 6" and foldable phones have been considerably more expensive. People are just more comfortable with a normal “slab” phone.

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      4 hours ago

      I love it and would hate to go back. You have a normal sized phone that can make various otherwise awkward activities on small factor quite comfortable unfolded: note taking, film watching, reading, Internet in general.
      It is so good to be able to whip this out anytime, anywhere.

      It literally replaced 3 other devices for me that I used to drag around to cafes, work and when travelling.

      I considered this overpriced bs until I got to try my friends device. Now I just consider it overpriced.

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        3 hours ago

        Would you say the technology is developed far enough?

        I’m definitely interested, as the phone screen size is often a bit too small. But any mechanical movement makes me nervous on a small device that should last multiple years.

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          2 hours ago

          Hinge durability is the main concern.
          I would not buy in yet unless you plan to upgrade every ~2 years.
          Make sure the manufacturers warranty is solid.

          Software-wise, I’ve not had any issues whatsoever.