Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 After The Buzz

I think you can tell a lot about Samsung’s target for the Galaxy Z Flip with their marketing. Their ads are full of young people, mostly women, and it’s all about “joining the flip side” as if this was a reference to the Dark Side. Yes, that exact same demographic that is completely owned by the iPhone, was treated to a lot of K-Pop Celebrities and Sidney Sweeney at Galaxy Unpacked for a reason. The problem is that I wish I could tell you that most people in Diego’s age are buying iPhones for their looks or for some party trick. The reality is that even if Samsung products also fall within the Status Symbol category, the way you’re seen is also half the story.

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[Augustov]

Well, Jaime, you are underusing the external display. About 50% of the things I use the z flip I do on that external display. The battery endures a lot more because of this, too. I use the external display foi spotify, cronometring exames (I am a Doctor) and, the best part: USE THE EXTERNAL DISPLAY AS A PREVIEW FOR PHOTOS TO SOMEONE. I turn the display to the person see herself and the people go crazy about it. I love my z flip 5.

[christopherkinslow]

I want this same energy when the iphone 16 comes out looking like the past 5 generations

[IDaumI]

I was a big phone guy with the S10+ and Note 20 Ultra then the Fold 3. But after switching to the Flip 5, with the attempt to reduce screen time. I can say this is my favorite phone I’ve had and I use it closed 80% of the time. Yes, I use IG and YouTube on the tiny screen to watch videos and reels and also reply to messages and emails. As for the cameras, I always have my Leica M10P or M2 with me so I just use the phone for quick snaps and videos to share with friends. Yes, I use the camera closed for selfies haha. I want to switch to the Fold 6 purely for the squared design and narrow screen but I think I’ll stick with my Flip 5 for it’s size and usability. Maybe I’m in the minority but I love this thing!

[ljacobs]

So you buy the Z Flip 5 but don't take the time to install Good Lock, which allows you to use more apps on the cover screen Lazy on your part. I have both the Z Flip 5 and the S24. The cameras are better on the S24, but the Z Flip is equal to or better in all other ways. I use the outer display about 70% of the time, but I installed Good Lock, which greatly improves the experience. I find the display better than the S24. My wishlist includes a telephoto lens and more native apps on the cover display.

[Hiiiiiiiiieeee]

I recently left Apple after 10 years and picked up a z flip 5. I don't see myself going back anytime soon. I love the customization, the footprint in my pocket, how much more fun Android is as a operating system. I think for somebody who just wants a little innovation and something different the z flip is perfect. I've also been really trying to disconnect from my technology a little bit more as I get older and I find having the smaller cover screen for quick things like notifications and changing my songs makes that much easier. I also like not having an Apple watch anymore. Had one of those on my wrist since they came out originally and I'm just ready for a less connected phase of my life.

[MrsButterPecan]

I've had this phone since 08/4 I believe. I'm a Note lover & I have an iPad mini 4. My flip 5 is so lightweight, beautiful, fun, can do so much & all things good! Using the flip for 2wks will have you happy & in love. If you say differently, you're not a real techy🥴😂💪🏽🤷🏽‍♀️

[Snorlaxiian]

Nice video

As per the camera quality, what is it with apple vs the world? I mean unless we nick-pick pixels, can you tell a difference between apple and samsung or apple and other brand?

[vrg]

Flagship cameras, bigger batteries are definitely needed

[LordWaterBottle]

Google Maps legitimately works well on the front display. You can make it work without the goodlock function as well.

[BraulioMontelongo]

I like that it fits in my pocket so nicely. I was so SICK! of the hard candy bar in my pocket. Plus it feels so nice to answer calls flipping it open and hanging it up closing it. Reminds me of the early 2000s

[midnitestate]

I appreciate you mentioning the issue with polarized sunglasses that drove me nuts when I had my Flip 5. The other issue I had was in order to use the cover screen fully you had to have good luck and even with that a lot of apps didn't work very well. I feel like Samsung still views it as a smartwatch. So a lot of the widgets just weren't that useful to me. And I ended up opening the phone a lot more than what I wanted to, which kind of goes against the reason for having it. That said, it was a fun form factor and I loved Flex mode with the mouse pad. That was kind of an interesting Feature, but not enough for me to stick with the flip form factor, unfortunately.

[LordWaterBottle]

I can explain the polarizer issue!
The panels for the flip and fold have the same polarizer orientation with respect to the seam. On the flagship Fold, this aligns with normal polarized sunglasses. On the flip, you are perpendicular and get a ton of blockage and interference, causing that rainbow dark effect. When held in landscape the Flip does not have polarizer issues.

[vedanshchn]

Flip users at my gym just leave the phone open saying that it's annoying to open it every time with sweaty hands 'cause the outer screen is quite limited.

[IDontKnow-bbmt]

I've had my Z Fiip 5 since last November. I love it and have zero complaints. So much better than the 4 was. Battery life is great, screen is great, no signs of wear and tear, lines. or cracks anywhere.
I dont think I can ever go bacck to the candybar form factor.
Funny, despite your critisism, I'm fine with the cameras. It takes pictures and good enough ones I dont have to do retakes. Enough for me.

[awarbamerni]

Hey look who's back!!.. it's Jaime
What happened to the old intro when no one was able to keep up with what you were saying 😂 miss these days when you used to read the comments in the video 😢😢😢

[koreappinesmusic]

The thing that missed our is Dex despite having a high price and high-end lineup of Samsung.

[fuerte]

When samaund finally puts cameras on the folds that match their top tier galaxy, that is when i will switch to a foldable. I will not be paying so much money for a lesser phone

[doomy_doomy]

I will say when working wireless; majority of the flip sales were for women, but I also sold more folds to women believe it or not. Guys tended to stick the Ultra or a cheap android. Then you had the women iPhone majority too. Majority of the flip sales were to nurses and lawyers. I think cause it is smaller so fits in their scrubs or jacket pockets better.

[zahir]

It’s been awhile since this series has released a video. Thanks

[BlackMamba]

Yes jaime is on. Keep those other dudes away. We dont care for them. Our views will show you that.