SAMSUNG Galaxy Z Fold 6 AI Cell Phone, 512GB Unlocked Android Smartphone, Circle to Search, Handsfree Live Interpreter, AI Photo Edits, Large Screen, 2024,US 1 Yr Manufacturer Warranty, Navy
$1,990.00Original price was: $1,990.00.$999.99Current price is: $999.99.
Brand
SAMSUNG
Operating System
OneUI 6.1, Android 14
Ram Memory Installed Size
12 GB
CPU Speed
3.4 GHz
Memory Storage Capacity
512 GB
Screen Size
7.6 Inches
Resolution
2160 x 1856
Model Name
Galaxy Z Fold6
Wireless Carrier
Unlocked for All Carriers
Cellular Technology
5G
About this item
CIRCLE IT. FIND IT. SEE IT: Make huge discoveries when you use Circle to Search¹ with Google on the large screen of Galaxy Z Fold6; Circle those shoes on your feed and easily see where to buy them; Search is easier than ever on an expansive screen
TWO SCREENS. ZERO LANGUAGE BARRIER: Say bye to being lost in translation & hi to fluency in up to 16 languages with Interpreter with Galaxy AI; In FlexMode, phone displays translations on both sides of the screen for easy in-person conversation²
SMART AI EDITS. BRILLIANT PHOTOS: Editing photos is even easier on the large screen of Galaxy Z Fold6; See more detail as you instantly fix imperfections, move and remove objects and enhance colors using AI smart tools like Generative Edit and more³
IMMERSIVE SCREEN. IMPRESSIVE GRAPHICS: Level up your screen and level up your gaming experience; Totally immerse yourself with Galaxy Z Fold6 thanks to a huge screen, a lightning-fast processor and incredibly realistic graphics
MULTIPLE WINDOWS. MULTIPLE POSSIBILITIES: Edit, scroll and organize; Or chat, shop and stream — all at the same time on up to three windows; When it comes to viewing and doing more, Fold6 is built to handle more⁴
Display
Screen Size
7.6 Inches
Resolution
2160 x 1856
Display Type
AMOLED
Display Resolution Maximum
2376 x 968 Pixels
Display Pixel Density
5.7E+2 Pixels Per Inch (PPI)
Connectivity
Wireless Provider
Unlocked for All Carriers
Cellular Technology
5G
Connectivity Technology
Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, NFC
Wireless Network Technology
GSM, CDMA, LTE
Camera
Front Photo Sensor Resolution
1E+1 MP
Rear Facing Camera Photo Sensor Resolution
50, 12, 10 MP
Camera Description
Rear, Front
Camera Flash
LED
Number of Rear Facing Cameras
3
Digital Zoom
30 x
Number of Front Cameras
1
Battery
Battery Description
Lithium-Ion
Battery Power
4400 Milliamp Hours
Measurements
Item Dimensions
6.04 x 2.68 x 0.48 inches
Battery Life
Battery Average Life
44 Hours
Phone Talk Time
44 Hours
Average Battery Life Talk Time
44 Hours
Video
Video Capture Resolution
8k
Navigation
GPS Geotagging Functionality
True
Additional details
Operating System
OneUI 6.1, Android 14
RAM Memory Installed
12 GB
Processor Speed
3.4 GHz
Memory Storage Capacity
512 GB
Color
Navy
SIM Card Slot Count
Dual SIM
Connector Type
USB Type C
Form Factor
Foldable Screen
Biometric Security Feature
Fingerprint Recognition
Human-Interface Input
Touchscreen, Microphone, Buttons, Touchscreen with Stylus Support
Sim Card Size
Nano
Water Resistance Level
Water Resistant
Headphones Jack
USB-C
Additional Features
Fast Charging Support, Dual SIM, Always On Display, Built-In GPS, Mobile Hotspot Capability
Pros:
- the beautiful, large screen is perfect for multi-tasking, for example: texting somebody about a vacation destination and taking quick screenshots and sending it right to them on the other side of your screen
- The external cameras are an amazing improvement from last year, likely because Samsung tuned their auto-ai-whatever image processing.
- the foldable screen makes it it's own stand! YouTube even has a built in mode that turns the bottom half into the video controls!
- The springs don't drag it open or close like my flip, so I can stand it at almost any angle!
- materials make it feel premium! Samsung put a lot of effort into perfecting the foldable feeeling of quality. I also own an S24 ultra and they feel almost identical in terms of trust I have in the physical design and materials. Extremely well machined!
- using the outside screen doesn't feel terrible and cramped as I had expected. It's a lot like when I got my flip and thought it was weirdly tall, but I got used to it.
- ecosystem integration is finally to a point I can recommend people get everything Samsung, like the watch, ring, and tablets! Copy and paste works, if I need to open a message on my phone from my watch, I can immediately just open my phone, copy an OTP, etc.
Ehhh:
- Battery life is middling, it will last you all day, BUT with low-medium use. I am in a job where I use it around 4 hours a day and it struggles to be at even 20% at the end of my day.
- Samsung bloatware is Mostly removable, I miss my pixel phones with completely uninstallable to no bloatware. I hate that we have non-uninstallabke bloatware like AR camera or Bixby (Google assistant FTW)
Cons:
- app support is getting closer to being more widespread but still not where it needs to be, some apps have issues with both the external and internal display ratios, whether it be too skinny to display things, or too wide to display things properly.
- front/internal camera is terrible, it is taking a picture through the screen, but it is simply unacceptably bad
- Brightness of the screen is not enough for outdoor use. I went to a local restaurant today and noticed I could barely see the screen with extra brightness enabled in overcast weather.
Overall 8.5/10
TL:DR
Physical design is impeccable, however software support and battery life hold it back from being what Samsung envisions: the perfect compact phone. 8.5/10
First impressions and the setup experience is superb. In person, this is a much more impressive device than when watching videos and photos of it online. Packaging and unboxing is... meh... but the actual device really shines!
The position of the hinge and fingerprint scanner all favor right-handed individuals. Opening and closing the phone is a two-handed operation and I found it to be a little clumsy at first. It took some getting used to...
Going into this purchase, I knew this was the most expensive phone I have ever owned. And with the price tag, I'd expect the absolute best. I know this phone can take a stylus/pen input, but it is not included.
There is very little manuals/literature. The fact that there are eSim and a physical SIM tray could be explained in writing or something... It really could use a more substantial user manual since this device is so different.
The camera is outstanding! The video quality and main camera are amazing but sharing these is quite difficult. There is a "quick share", which works for photos but not as well for videos. Ease of sharing is probably one of the main things I missed when coming from iOS. The default is to share very low resolution versions.
My main complaint is how slippery the actual device is. I am quite clumsy and without some kind of protective case, I have been worried about dropping this phone.
The actual hinge and crease on the screen I almost forgot about after the first day of use. Watching videos on it has been nice (some apps make me turn the device 90 degrees for full screen) and the sound is really good.
When it's all said and done, going back to a regular phone seems almost awkward because I got used to opening the Galaxy fold for a larger screen. All I need now are some accessories to make this experience complete....
Goods:
This is a very high quality phone. The build is great, it's slim, has a satisfying hinge close, solid quality speakers, screens look great, and I can go on. It's obviously got all the new bells and whistles in there. Galaxy AI is the new thing with it. It includes translation features, summarizing websites, notes assist with formatting/decorating, and photo/drawing assists. They seem to work fine but honestly not game changing in terms of day to day use. The massive folding screen is cool. It's got a function where if it's like half open you can use the bottom part as a mousepad+other functions and the top part as your screen. Not all apps support it very well but most basic ones I've used work fine. I really don't have any faults with the features and the overall quality of the phone, it's great which it should be for being nearly 2k. That's where I get to my criticisms.
Downsides:
So it's hard for me to to give this a full 5 stars for a couple reasons. For the cost of this device I expect a little more. It's got many features and functions to work with an S pen but somehow does not come with one. Doesn't even come with a holder for one. It doesn't come with a power brick either, not a huge deal for me but for 2k? Even just a screen protector for the front screen would've been nice. Come on. Yes I am being picky and honestly if you are looking at a phone that costs this much you probably don't care to spend a little more on an S pen and case with holder but I just had to put it out there. Another point, as someone who isn't an artist or doesn't power use their phone I don't see myself getting the full use of a giant screen like this. I can see drawing and taking notes, which would be nice with an s pen... but there are videos which do look nice on the big screen.
While my large "downsides" section seems to make it look like I don't like this phone, in reality I do because it's a great phone. I love that the single main screen is super functional as a regular phone then I can open it up for big screen movies or videos. I can't in good conscious give this phone any lower than a 4 since there are really no issues with the phone itself, just the value and what's included in the box.
Overall, this phone isn't for everyone or even for most people I'd say but if you think that it would be a good fit for you then you will not be disappointed. I would definitely recommend this phone to people who could get good use out of a phone like this!
Going from a single screen phone to this amazing multi screen foldable was to me night and day. My vision is not the best so I normally get the larger screen phones to assist in that regard. Not counting all the other features that I am loving, just being able to flip open the phone into a much larger tablet like screen is so helpful. Unless looking at the screen from an angle I can barely even notice the crease in the center of the foldable screen and as for touch its only noticeable when using an s-pen.
Coming from the Note 9 the front screen was a little narrower but not by much. This device doesn't have those beveled screen edges so you get more room for the actual screen. Having the the fingerprint scanner on the side makes it much easier to unlock single handedly as well.
As for the cameras, coming from an older model these things blow my mind. They can take such clear pictures even in lower light situations. There are three that come with this phone and each has there own boons.
The speed of the device is also a great improvement from my old phone. I am able to quickly navigate apps as well as play games without any issues. The device keeps up with multiple tasks running without any performance degradation.
Overall I am blown away with how this tech has advanced and loving this new device. I have only had this for a about a week so far and will update this review if anything changes.
My original review of the Fold3 surmised that I loved the device, but would only recommend it to those who had a clear need for the interior "main" display; those who frequently watch movies/TV, play games, or (like me) like to read manga/manhua on the go. I think most of this is still true, but Samsung has made such significant changes in terms of "usability" that this is now a much easier recommendation, to even those who may only use the main display once or twice a day at most, possibly only a few times a week. The biggest change is how one-hand-friendly the device has become; cutting the weight by 12% and thinning the bezels down to the point that the outer screen just feels like a regular (albeit thinner) phone. It used to be I would try and use the outer display with one hand, but would often use two because the heft left me feeling a bit insecure (just physically, emotionally that's always been true.) This is now a thing of the past being lighter than ever, but also the hinge now has a matte texture instead of glossy; a small change that gives my fingers a better feel they have total control over the device as I grip it, to the point that I don't think I'll be putting a case on it (something I tried on the 3, but got tired of after a while.) The interior display is the same size it has been, but now that the screen-to-body ratio is tighter with smaller bezels, the whole device has become tangibly smaller, making "pocketability" so much easier. Which is also nice with its improved "flatness" when folded, as I have noticed less dust getting into the crease as compared to my 3.
But there are still a couple weird things to note; the camera, and the phone's "sharpness." The phone overall has become thinner and folds slimmer, but the camera bezels are so much larger/more pronounced that the phone is still technically the same thickness. Its like the phone phone was shaved down around the camera, and they forgot to go back and finish. This isn't a huge issue, but you definitely notice is when you pick it up/grab it in your pocket. Speaking of grabbing it, if you have incredibly soft hands watch out, you might cut yourself on these edges. Yes that's a joke, but it doesn't change just how angular this phone feels. I guess 90° angles are "in"? The phone looks very nice with its clean angled edges, but in practice I'd be lying if I said I never got tired of holding this phone for extended periods of time (something that while writing, I realized does mean I should make this a 4/5 rating.) This feels like a case of "form over function," which is something I've long hated because if you make something more unpleasant to use just to look better, that to me is a tradeoff not worth making.
But the main question will always be: How long will the folding screen last? As seen, my Fold3 interior display did get small hairline fractures all along the hinge after being folded and unfolded so many times. Thing is, they didn't start until about 1.5 years into use, and as long as whatever I was viewing wasn't a purely white screen, they were easily missed unless laser-focused on. Hopefully with development this newest version will last longer than ever, but I will update this as soon as it starts to degrade. So if you're thinking about upgrading from a couple generations ago I do think this is a vastly improved device, and would recommend it. If you're looking to get into the "foldable" market I think this is a great entry point, and even if you don't fall in love with the interior display, the outer one is so good you may not even care, especially now that the phone folds almost perfectly flat with those thinner bezels. This continues to be an incredible device for people like me who used to carry a tablet for movies and reading, and will continue to be my go-to device until someone makes a phone that unfolds even larger (I miss my 10in tablet screen.) If it wasn't for the squared-off edges I'd feel completely safe giving this a perfect 5/5, but it is still a very recommendable device at a 4/5, since I'd give it a 4.5/5 if I could.
It supports a pen, but doesn't have any way to store it. There's no wall charger, just the cord as well.