Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Discussion
After the Apple iPhone 15 Pro launch made me feel a bit meh, I am considering getting a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Does anybody on here have one and if so what are they like to use, etc
Are they any good or are they just a gimmick?
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
Does anybody on here have one and if so what are they like to use, etc
Are they any good or are they just a gimmick?
My wife and I have had a 4 for the best part of a year. My sister in law has just upgraded a 3 for a 5.
Camera isn't as good as the S21 Ultra it replaced, but I wouldn't go back to a surfboard now. Finally a smartphone that fits in my pocket, fits in my car wireless charger and doesn't fill a whole table.
Personally I expected it to be a novelty, but it's an absolute game changer. I won't go back. The 5 has a more useable outside screen that SIL claims is brilliant.
Camera isn't as good as the S21 Ultra it replaced, but I wouldn't go back to a surfboard now. Finally a smartphone that fits in my pocket, fits in my car wireless charger and doesn't fill a whole table.
Personally I expected it to be a novelty, but it's an absolute game changer. I won't go back. The 5 has a more useable outside screen that SIL claims is brilliant.
Baldchap said:
Also, the screen is protected when not in use. Which is nice if you live an active life.
But apparently it makes me a chav.
Amazing what people judge for these days.
Come on, They are a bit chavy, you can't deny? You see them on FB Marketplace all the time, being sold by Britneys' and Tyrones'. But apparently it makes me a chav.
Amazing what people judge for these days.welshjon81 said:
Baldchap said:
Also, the screen is protected when not in use. Which is nice if you live an active life.
But apparently it makes me a chav. Amazing what people judge for these days.
Come on, They are a bit chavy, you can't deny? You see them on FB Marketplace all the time, being sold by Britneys' and Tyrones'. But apparently it makes me a chav.
Amazing what people judge for these days.I don't use FB so I can't comment on the rest.
In my experience, an iPhone with a cracked screen would be the chav weapon of choice. I haven't actually met anyone outside of my post above with a folding phone.
Baldchap said:
They're functionally brilliant.
I don't use FB so I can't comment on the rest.
In my experience, an iPhone with a cracked screen would be the chav weapon of choice. I haven't actually met anyone outside of my post above with a folding phone.
It's too late, Baldchap. You have been judged. You chav!I don't use FB so I can't comment on the rest.
In my experience, an iPhone with a cracked screen would be the chav weapon of choice. I haven't actually met anyone outside of my post above with a folding phone.
Personally I can't see how buying the phone that suits your needs can determine your social station, but I know nothing.
ilikepeas said:
welshjon81 said:
Come on, They are a bit chavy, you can't deny? You see them on FB Marketplace all the time, being sold by Britneys' and Tyrones'.
What, and iPhones aren't? 
Honestly IMO, anyone paying over 1k for a phone is just "trying a bit too hard".
welshjon81 said:
ilikepeas said:
welshjon81 said:
Come on, They are a bit chavy, you can't deny? You see them on FB Marketplace all the time, being sold by Britneys' and Tyrones'.
What, and iPhones aren't? Honestly IMO, anyone paying over 1k for a phone is just "trying a bit too hard".
SpudLink said:
welshjon81 said:
ilikepeas said:
welshjon81 said:
Come on, They are a bit chavy, you can't deny? You see them on FB Marketplace all the time, being sold by Britneys' and Tyrones'.
What, and iPhones aren't? Honestly IMO, anyone paying over 1k for a phone is just "trying a bit too hard".
Baldchap said:
My wife and I have had a 4 for the best part of a year. My sister in law has just upgraded a 3 for a 5.
Camera isn't as good as the S21 Ultra it replaced, but I wouldn't go back to a surfboard now. Finally a smartphone that fits in my pocket, fits in my car wireless charger and doesn't fill a whole table.
Personally I expected it to be a novelty, but it's an absolute game changer. I won't go back. The 5 has a more useable outside screen that SIL claims is brilliant.
Yes I have seen various videos on YouTube where the outside screen on the Flip 5 has been made more usable. Reminds me of the Motorola Razr V3 days.Camera isn't as good as the S21 Ultra it replaced, but I wouldn't go back to a surfboard now. Finally a smartphone that fits in my pocket, fits in my car wireless charger and doesn't fill a whole table.
Personally I expected it to be a novelty, but it's an absolute game changer. I won't go back. The 5 has a more useable outside screen that SIL claims is brilliant.
I'm just concerned how different the Android UI will be compared to the Apple iOS as I have used Apple iPhone's for the best part of 10 years now.
Supersam83 said:
Baldchap said:
My wife and I have had a 4 for the best part of a year. My sister in law has just upgraded a 3 for a 5.
Camera isn't as good as the S21 Ultra it replaced, but I wouldn't go back to a surfboard now. Finally a smartphone that fits in my pocket, fits in my car wireless charger and doesn't fill a whole table.
Personally I expected it to be a novelty, but it's an absolute game changer. I won't go back. The 5 has a more useable outside screen that SIL claims is brilliant.
Yes I have seen various videos on YouTube where the outside screen on the Flip 5 has been made more usable. Reminds me of the Motorola Razr V3 days.Camera isn't as good as the S21 Ultra it replaced, but I wouldn't go back to a surfboard now. Finally a smartphone that fits in my pocket, fits in my car wireless charger and doesn't fill a whole table.
Personally I expected it to be a novelty, but it's an absolute game changer. I won't go back. The 5 has a more useable outside screen that SIL claims is brilliant.
I'm just concerned how different the Android UI will be compared to the Apple iOS as I have used Apple iPhone's for the best part of 10 years now.
Baldchap said:
Also, the screen is protected when not in use. Which is nice if you live an active life.
But apparently it makes me a chav. Amazing what people judge for these days.
I had a flip 3 when they came out and that was the best bit for me! Ended up with a skin on the outer glass though after putting a big scratch down it...But apparently it makes me a chav.
Amazing what people judge for these days.Shame the hinges worked loose and the screen cable started failing. The form factor is fab on them.
welshjon81 said:
Oh no, they are too! Honestly IMO, anyone paying over 1k for a phone is just "trying a bit too hard".
I never ceases to amaze me that people still trot that line out - "A thousand pound for a phone ?!!" Honestly IMO, anyone paying over 1k for a phone is just "trying a bit too hard".But, it's not just a phone is it ? Do you think all it does it makes phone calls ?
beko1987 said:
I had a flip 3 when they came out and that was the best bit for me! Ended up with a skin on the outer glass though after putting a big scratch down it...
Shame the hinges worked loose and the screen cable started failing. The form factor is fab on them.
12 months into a 4 and pleased to report zero issues, so maybe they've ironed out the bugs? Shame the hinges worked loose and the screen cable started failing. The form factor is fab on them.
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