06-27-2024 11:38 AM (Last edited 06-27-2024 12:25 PM ) in
Galaxy ZWith Z Fold6 anticipated to be announced during July unpack, I thought it'll be timely to post an update to my Z Fold5 initial impression: https://r1.community.samsung.com/t5/galaxy-z/z-fold5-impressions/td-p/22912313
You'll be pleased to hear that the my 10mth old Z Fold5 has been a solid phone. I've no issues with it hardware or software-wise. I'm been using it as my daily driver with a thin Aramid (Latercase) cover. The latter has saved it from a couple of low drops from my desk/bed. The exposed hinge is very lightly scratched but the phone still opens and closes fully. Most importantly, there's been no failures to date. Considering that my previous Z Fold3 started to fail 1.5yrs in (unresponsive S pen, speakers.. etc) it's still too early to rule out any issues. That said, the general consensus from Z Fold5 owners appears to be that the phone is well made to withstand the rigors of regular use. Let's hope Samsung carries this good built quality into Z Fold6, and doesn't sacrifice durability to make the phone thinner or lighter (Z Fold4: gear hinge, disintegrating brush assembly, black screen of death.. comes to mind).
I'll be watching the Z Fold6 unpack with interest. The rumoured wide front screen will be a welcome change from the existing 'remote-control' aspect ratio, but I honestly don't feel compelled to upgrade my Z Fold5, which has yet to complete the 1st year of my 2yr Samsung Care+. Ask me again after 10July :)
Any other Z Fold5 users here? What's your experience been with the phone?
06-27-2024 12:29 PM in
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Galaxy ZLOL, you've definitely covered your Care+ 2yr cost multiple times over. During my (bundled) 1-yr Samsung Care+ for my Z Fold3, I utilised it extensively as well with; 1 house visit incl. full main screen assembly (GH82-28283A) and batteries replacement, screen protectors replacement, and finally blank front screen repair just before the 1-yr was up. I switched to Z Fold5 when the Fold3 started developing issues later, and traded that in.
I used to regret not getting the 2-yr Samsung Care+ for my Z Fold3 but also realised that with a poorly made device, you'll need to be making multiple visits to the service centre and lose access to your phone during repair. Compare that against my Z Fold5 which I've yet to require any support 11mths into my 1-yr. Touch wood.
For anyone reading, I'd still advise to purchase the 2-yr Samsung Care+ when you get your Z Fold device for the peace of mind. The 1st yr is typically bundled/free and you get a substantial discount of the 2nd yr. For instance, I purchase the 2-yr Samsung Care+ for my Z Fold for S$128, down from retail price of S$353.
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