Multymeter.com-Technology: Foldable smartphones offer exciting innovations in smartphone design and functionality. Although it still has some shortcomings, this technology continues to develop and mature. The price of foldable smartphones varies greatly depending on the brand, model, specifications, and availability in the market. In general, the price of foldable smartphones is in the premium class, so the price is definitely more expensive.
Before buying, it is advisable to find more detailed information about the model you are interested in, read reviews from other users, and consider your budget and needs.
If you are looking for a unique, flexible, and larger-screen smartphone experience, a foldable smartphone can be an interesting choice.
Here is some information about foldable smartphones:
Types of Foldable Smartphones:
Vertical Fold Model (Clamshell/Flip): This model folds vertically like an old-school flip phone. Examples are the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip series, OPPO Find N2 Flip, and Tecno Phantom V Flip. The advantage is its very compact size when folded and easy to put in a pocket.
Horizontal Fold Model (Book-style/Fold): This model folds horizontally like a book, opening into a larger screen like a tablet. Examples include the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series, OPPO Find N3, Xiaomi Mix Fold, and Google Pixel Fold. The advantage is a large main screen for multitasking, watching videos, and playing games. Some Available Foldable Smartphone Brands and Models (March 2025):
• Samsung:
○ Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
○ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
○ Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
○ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
○ Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4
○ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip41
• OPPO:
○ OPPO Find N3
○ OPPO Find N3 Flip
○ OPPO Find N2 Flip
• Xiaomi:
○ Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 (not yet released globally)
○ Xiaomi Mix Fold 3
○ Xiaomi Mix Flip (not yet released)
• Google:
○ Google Pixel Fold
• OnePlus:
○ OnePlus Open
• Huawei:
○ Huawei Mate X6 (may not be available in all markets yet)
• Honor:
○ Honor Magic V2
• vivo:
○ vivo X Fold3 Pro (may not be available in all markets yet)
• Tecno:
○ Tecno Phantom V Flip
• Foldable Smartphone Benefits:
○ Larger Screen in a Compact Size: Provides a more immersive viewing and multitasking experience when unfolded, yet remains easy to carry when folded.
○ Flexibility of Use: Can be used in various modes, such as partially folded to take photos or make video calls without having to hold, or fully opened to enjoy multimedia content.
○ Potential for Increased Productivity: The larger screen allows for more efficient multitasking by running multiple applications simultaneously.
○ Unique and Futuristic Design: Offers a different and attractive look compared to conventional smartphones.
• Disadvantages of Foldable Smartphones:
○ Higher Price: Foldable screen technology is still relatively new and complex, so the price tends to be higher than regular smartphones with similar specifications.
○ Potential Durability of Hinge and Screen: The constantly moving hinge and the foldable screen are major concerns when it comes to long-term durability. However, hinge and foldable screen technology continues to develop to become stronger.
○ Thickness and Weight: Some foldable models, especially the “fold” type, tend to be thicker and heavier when folded than regular smartphones.
○ Crease in the Screen: In some early generations, the crease in the middle of the screen was visible. However, newer foldable screen technologies are trying to reduce the visibility of this crease.
○ Optimized App Gap: While Android has supported foldable devices, not all apps are well optimized for the various aspect ratios and screen transitions on foldable smartphones.
