I'm NEVER Going Back - Samsung Z Flip 5

Between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Motorola Razr + / Razr 40 Ultra 2023 is a great time to buy a folding phone.

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Chapter Titles:
0:00 Why Flip?
0:35 Size Matters
1:43 Moto Razr Plus
2:31 Did Motorola Get It Right?
3:37 Cover Display
4:38 Hinge
5:47 Durability
7:07 Performance & Battery
7:59 Camera
8:50 Price
9:51 Is It Worth It?

[ShiloBuff]

I honestly miss folding phones. I think this is a perfect mix of old school and new school. It also gives a lot more comfort in the pocket, i assume.

[SilverStormShadow]

I've used the Z Fold 3 for 2 years and have just upgraded to the Fold 5 and I agree completely with you, I love the Z Fold Series and could never imagine going back to a slab phone. I've only had one issue with the screen protector peeling slightly after just under a year and a half of ownership on my Fold 3, but they replaced it for free and were quick to send it back. They're not for everyone but I love folding phones.

[lvpelt]

Having a smaller phone is addictive. I'm in my second zflip and yes, they are very fragile, but what phone isn't nowadays?

[RJIGGLES]

I've preordered my Flip 5 also and I love my Flip 4. I can't go back, I love being able to prop my phone on desk and half screen without a phone holder. I love how it fits in my Jean pockets so slim and easy.

[nathanmerritt]

No offense, but Austin with a mustache is just freaky to look at. Lol

[kokopuff]

I've always loved the idea of folding phones. This is a concept I've dreamed of since I was a child. I'm so glad that the world has developed and experimented with this technology. Folding devices are just so much fun. I loved selling them to customers when the opportunity came!

[BN]

It needs to be mentioned that if you have a flip 4, the trade in is INSANE. It costs $0 to $50 to trade in and get a flip 5. Even the flip 3 to 4 trade in feel was really good. Not sure how long Samsung will keep this up but if it costs nothing to $50 to get a new flip every year, that's a no brainer.

[salxorw]

Got my z flip 5 when I switched carriers, my biggest complaint is the battery. I went into this phone not expecting full day battery ( especially with battery saver on), but I knew the cameras would not be bleeding edge quality. I really enjoy the experience, best part of the phone for me is the texting back on the cover screen. Not to mention when you hang up a call by closing the phone reminds me of my first flip phone years ago.

[spiderboyjosh]

I agree with a lot of you. I've had my z flip 3 second-hand for over a month now, and I absolutely love it. Going back to a slab phone at this point doesn't seem likely. What I like about my phone is the functionality and feel. I would love to upgrade to a z5, but what I like about the z3 vs the z5 is the outside screen. It gives me quick information that I don't really have to pay attention to. I get notifications, can use music player and the step counter is great. Of course I'd love a better battery, but with some tweaks and tricks, I've learned how to save some extra battery on my z3. It's great they increased the size of the screen on the z5, but what is the purpose in having a foldable phone if you have most or all functions available on the outside screen when you could simply open the phone to use it as normal. It would seem to me the z flip 5 would be more delicate and fragile or more prone to breaking because the outside screen is larger. For now, at least for myself, the z flip 3 checks all my boxes, and I hope it lasts til I can upgrade. I love all the features this phone offers. I didn't realize just how much better a flagship phone was until this because I've always bought prepaid, and those phones are crap and stripped down. Thankfully, I was able to transfer no problem with Metro to this phone. What I recently discovered is that I can download gifs and use them as cover or lock screen wallpaper, which I think is so cool. Samsung has always been a strong competitive leading company, making good quality products. I used to be an avid LG customer, but with all the advancements with Samsung, it's all i buy now.

[hyprspd]

Quite ironic that he starts using the Razr after he's stopped using a razor

[traxtr]

the flip concept have been introduced to the consumer market since 1996 with starTAC by motorola, but in the mid-2010s phone manufacturers had stopped producing flip phones because of a decline in popularity, its crazy how now one of the most wanted phones in 2023 is flip phones

[pochitv]

Austin describing his love for mechanical watches for the tactile feel while wearing an apple watch 😂

[brianwaterman]

Im with you. When i dropped and broke my flip 4, i had to get the s21fe in the mean time and it was effing brutal. I can't go back to slab phones. So glad i got the flip 5. No going back now. Youre right, its hard to describe what makes them so appealing. You really have to hold one in your hand and use it for a few days to fully grasp how much nice it is to use and have on you.

[RamiroEscamilla]

“Austin Evans with a mustache isn’t real, and he can’t hurt you” is what I tell my children while I sit there with this look on my face 😳

[benjaminrebeiz]

I preordered the Flip 5 and traded in my Flip 4 for it. I ended up only paying $50 for the new one cause of a sweet promotion so I'm hyped for it

[chubbitychubbs]

I got the Flip3 two years ago and fell inlove with having a flip form.
Even though the 5 came out, I opted to get the Fold4 second hand. I honestly dont know if I can go back to slab phones at this point. Having the fold with a massive inside screen feels like a game changer 🤷‍♂️

[Ike.V]

Every Youtuber loved this phone! I was nowhere close to sold on this form factor until the flip 5 released. The large front screen is 100% the reason I've already pre-ordered and it should be at my house today. I've wanted a Fold for a while but after the Flip 5 came out it does really seem like the more useful form factor for me. Since I have other devices I usually consume content from the larger screen just doesn't make sense anymore. What does make sense is getting my phone out of my face and the front cover display I think is going to make me more productive. And I get a cool new phone, which is the first current gen phone I've ever bought and I pre-ordered it! lol.

[DarlingGlitch]

As an Apple user since 2014/15 you have no idea how much this phone has really tempted me to jump ship from apple’s architecture. I love the folding display, I love the customization that droid has given its users. The only reason I don’t jump ship is the cameras, it’s the same reason why I don’t get on the Nothing Phone 2 even though I love the design. I can’t fathom Apple having a folding phone but maybe they’ll surprise everyone

[Theaddie]

I agree with you Austin and yes the flip and foldable phones aren't for everyone! I just recently traded in my old s20 fe to cut down the price towarsds the zflip5. I am glad it's more compact for me and I can make use of the cover screen to read messages and whatnot

[thecluckanator]

Sorry for the jump scare, tell me you did not drive past a school with that on lol