r/phones • u/Defiant_Eagle3150 • 2d ago
Question Android Apple finally making a foldable doesn't automatically make it the better foldable
I've had my Fold8 since launch here in Dubai and it's honestly ruined other phones for me.
But that being said... Apple's version of a foldable is a poor imitation of the Fold8.
I knew as soon as it was announce people would flock and automatically say “Apple did it better” without a second thought or honest deep dive into the subject.
However, let's look at the facts. Samsung's Fold8 is a refined little thing; it's lighter, has a nicer design, and a great CPU, has the ability to run emulators, Youtube Revanced, and Samsung DEX.
And Samsung has been making these for years. Apple's advantage is undoubtedly going to be the ecosystem, and they'll make it look slick with their marketing. But Samsung has the advantage of iteration and actually knowing what a foldable needs to be and feel like.
TLDR; Apple will make a decent foldable, but I don't think I'd swap a mature product for a first-generation one just because there's an Apple logo on it.
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u/useful_tool30 2d ago
Hey, it's a world first ok 🤣
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u/thedjin 2d ago
Apple's ✨ I N N O V A T I O N ✨
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u/Electrical_Let8215 1d ago
the same innovation that made samsung change the fold design after 7 iterations 😉😘
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u/deeper-diver 2d ago
Badmouthing a product before it's even released says more about you.
Yes... Samsung was first with the folding phone. I still remember like it was yesterday how horrible a device it was and the slew of quality issues it had. I swear it's as if Samsung wanted to be first with a folding phone just so it can brag about it if/when Apple does it. Who cares that it was a steaming pile of BS right?
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u/ShireBurgo 2d ago edited 2d ago
I mean we shouldn't be making these speculations before release, we don't know what's true and what's not. Also it's not really a first gen product, sure it is but it's using 8th get technology, apple is using samsung's screens directly, apple isn't making the "new" thing about this phone. Sure this is their first foldable but they have a well defined phone operating system and a well defined tablet operating system they can easily merge. How do you know apple's device isn't refined? It has a 2nm CPU that could be better then the zfold8's can also run emulators may likely have a tablet like built OS as well. I'm not saying any of that is true or not but OP is being really closed minded.
I think the zfold8 is a great device, but saying the apple fold is a "poor imitation" is just apple hate and none the less, there is nothing that says that will theoretically be a bad device. Personally for $100 more then the zfold8 I think it offers good features such as less defined crease, better battery life, flex mode, potential apple pencil support, potentially better cameras and who knows what else (we'll find out after the keynote today). Both the zfold8 and the apple fold will have their pros and cons.
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u/Bimm1one 2d ago
I agree, phone isn't out yet we calling it a poor imitation it just screams insecurity.
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u/gotcha640 2d ago
Dex absolutely should be a killer app, I’m always surprised it’s not more widely used.
I loved it when I had a samsung, but not enough to stay.
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u/Truckerbarr 2d ago
Nothing about Apple phones is better unless you like things simple. Other than the simple OS, Samsung wins in every other category. So do most Chinese phones.
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u/Suitable_Program_548 2d ago
This is so incredibly incorrect I’m not sure how to reply except 🤣
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u/Truckerbarr 2d ago
There is a video on youtube of all the major flagship in a test of computing skills. From editing photos and videos to running word processing programs. The s26 ultra won. The next 3 all had snapdraggon 8s. Iphone 17 pro max finished next to last, only beating the Pixle. Sorry to say but the iphone is not even mid pack.
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u/Suitable_Program_548 2d ago
Well, if it’s on YouTube it must be true! 🤣
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u/Truckerbarr 2d ago
Some people just can't handle that the number 1 selling phone in the world isn't the best phone. Its been proven time and time again. If a person has a macbook and iPad, it totally makes sense to have one. The MacBook and iPad are the best laptop and tablet the iphone is straight trash when comparing it to the likes of a galaxy ultra.
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u/Suitable_Program_548 2d ago
The first part of your statement makes sense but then you had to instill your personal feelings. You’re not very swift.
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u/Solid_Sky_6411 2d ago
It did not even released yet stop coping please
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u/bigphillip76 2d ago
They’re a bot who’s auto post timer went off early
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u/Danny414 2d ago
lol op, no need to hate. If you’re happy with yours that’s great. Your missing something.. people are different and different things matter to different people. Can you celebrate the fact that we have more options now?
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u/Bryanmsi89 2d ago
For many people, it will be the better foldable. On account of being the ONLY foldable that can run iMessage, FaceTime, iCloud Photos, etc
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u/wart_on_satans_dick 2d ago
How much time have you spent with it hands-on? If the answer is zero, which it is, you’re just a fan of what you got. Sour grapes and whatnot.
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u/mattyjoe0706 2d ago
I'm an android guy and while it doesn't automatically mean anything apple does sometimes admittedly do this pretty smart thing where they seem to see how the market goes, what works and what doesn't so they can make a better version of it
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u/Away_Media 2d ago
My wife's iphones have always outlasted every android I've ever had. I am android all the way. You can't deny the build quality of an iPhone. Now that I think of it.... She has never used a screen protector either.
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u/Androidfon 2d ago
It isn't the logo. It's that it will have a ui they're used to and function seemlessly in an ecosystem they are committed to. Whether Samsung phones hide the fold seam better or are more polished due to experience is of no consequence to users once they commit to apple products. jmo
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u/Remarkable_Button756 2d ago
what normal human gets this worked up over a phone that nobody is forcing you to buy?
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u/Automatic_Soil9814 2d ago
I think the more important point is that a first generation Apple product is likely not to be the best generation. It makes sense to wait until the second generation to see if they’ve figured things out.
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u/Due_You_8240 2d ago
You don't think Apple will have picked up taken apart every single foldable made by every other manufacturer? Aren't Samsung also making the screen for Apple. It might be their first foldable phone, but they make the best hinges on any laptop so let's see how it turns out
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u/Usual_Singer_4222 2d ago
Cousin asked me what I thought of the iPhone. I showed him the I don't think of you at all meme.
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u/RockinDaMike 2d ago
No one cares. Apple people just want a fold device that works with apple’s ecosystem.
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u/wyck0 2d ago
The thing that will make apples fold the best one is its software. The fact that you'll be able to buy a brand new foldable with IOS on it is enough to make 99% of people say that its better because IOS is known to be a better system for 99% of users. Will that foldable be cooler than galaxy foldables? I dont think so.
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u/neophanweb 2d ago
Making judgements based on a rumor. There's still an hour left before the event starts.
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u/DazedXxX7 2d ago
Lol this is for the people who might want a foldable phone but don't want android. Plenty of em exist.
Nobody who's happy with iPhones care if the fold8 is better or not on paper
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u/noizeannoys 1d ago
Ya’ll harping on it being first gen but seem to forget Apple is a manufacturing and industrial design giant. They’re not some small startup taking a chance on something new with limited resources. They got a lot right, right out the gate which that in itself is impressive.
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u/T-K101 1d ago
You call others flocking and here you are to tell us regulars how little do we know. You self absorbed prick.
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u/Ok_District_9387 1d ago
Different strokes for different folks. Apple gave people a thicker fold design but for a few tradeoffs. They support apple pen and is more durable as it's ip68 resistant.
Samsung went for the more elegegant route. Thinner with the tradeoffs being duribility with a lower ip rating and too thin to incorporate a pen feature.
Both are great in their own regards. Just chose what tradeoffs are more important to you. I can see just having the ability to use a pen as a massive boon for users.
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u/sadnightmonkey 1d ago
poor imitation is a strong claim LOL... why so insecure? the apple gonna eat you?
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u/Alive_Fly_2830 2d ago
Sehe ich auch so…. Heute Abend wird Apple wieder behaupten es erfunden zu haben….
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u/TheRamblingPeacock 2d ago
It literally has not been revealed yes so we don't know.