I used the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and OnePlus Open for a week — here's what I learned
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I’m glad RCS is coming to the iPhone, took them long enough… but I don’t think I’d switch over. I’m just too integrated with iMessage to go elsewhere.
The iPad goes with me practically anywhere I go… so, I’d have that to fallback whenever BlueBubbles decides to give me troubles. I like what Apple has done with iMessage to go with a different messaging platform.
Solid article. Not too far or against either side… placed in the middle.I used the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and OnePlus Open for a week — here's what I learned
One wins my heart; the other wins my headwww.androidpolice.com
But the article is giving a lot of praise with the OnePlus Open in terms of multitasking… I think the Canvas feature is cool, however… to those who own a OnePlus Open. Is it possible to watch some video.. for instance with YouTube and have Spotify or Apple Music (maybe some podcast app) play audio in the background?
I tend to watch tutorials or highlights on Youtube while audio from another source plays in the background.
FYI regarding RCS!
Google has made a change to Google Messages in oarticular to RCS, They're not using the standard RCS 2.7 profile submitted and approved to the GSMA which is THE standard submitted back in 2018. Google Messages is encyrpted including their profile for RCS.
Rich Communication Service (RCS) - June 2024 Publications
These specifications provide the technical solutions to support Rich Communication Services (RCS) Universal Profile 2.7. Compared to their previous version(s) they bring support for more engaging messaging experiences such as reactions to messages and the user editing a message that they sent...
www.gsma.com
If you've noticed, since July 18, Samsung Messges update on your Galaxy phones there was a message stating if not updated then you'd have issues receiving RCS. This brings us full circle WHY Samsung omitted Samsung Messages from the Z Fold 6 & Z Flip 6 in North America at launch. every version of Samsung Messages since July 2024 no longer has the "chat" function which enables it. Even if you have it enabled in Google Messages' settings (RCS) then disable that app if like me your prefer Samsung Messages it has no effect. Probably why Google Messages can no longer be uninstalled directly from Settings > Apps, nor from the PlayStore.
Samsung Messages no longer comes pre-installed on Galaxy phones in USA
Samsung has been shipping its Galaxy phones and tablets with its in-house Messages app for years, but the company has ...
Some History:
2016:
Global Operators, Google and the GSMA Align Behind Adoption of Rich Communications Services
Global operators and Google today announced the launch of a mobile industry initiative to accelerate the availability of Rich Communications Services
www.businesswire.com
FYI Google bought Jibe in 2015, that's why the link below has a sublingual for Contact Us, ans if you use the menu to select "Why RCS?" you'll ONLY see Google Messages logo.
Why RCS?
With reliable global infrastructure and a consistent user experience, Google's RCS (Rich Communication Services) technology helps the mobile community deliver better messaging everywhere.
That wasn't there several months ago.
Google and operators push Rich Communication Services with new Android RCS messaging client
Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More BARCELONA, Spain — Google is partnering with a myriad of mobile operators in a move to expedite the rollout of Rich Communication Services (RCS) on Android. The...
And yet Google has not yet done this, if they did do you think they'd be encrypting & push Samsung their major partner for RCS as a platform for consumers and businesses (SaaP), to have them neuter their Samsung Messages?! Naaah.
Major partnership 2018:
Google and Samsung Partner to Accelerate RCS Business Messaging Based on the GSMA Universal Profile
Samsung and Google announced last week that they are collaborating to ensure that the Android Messages and Samsung Messages RCS clients will work seamlessly with both the Google Business Messages Platform and Samsung’s Messaging as a Platform (MaaP). The collaboration reinforces their joint...
www.gsma.com
(directly from Samsung)
Samsung and Google Collaborate on RCS Messaging for Android
Expanded partnership will bring enhanced messaging experiences and interoperability between Samsung Messages and Android Messages
like what happened to you Samsung?! I bought a Galaxy phone to not have to use Google's specific apps as much as possible!
And thsi is how it started (Google flexing their muscle - despite the former executives' words well above.
Google Restricts RCS Messaging On Some Android Devices
Why Android is changing forever…
www.forbes.com
And again:
It seems some in Samsung Members USA feel the same way I do ...
So Yeah I did my research on RCS
Still looking for a way to get RCS Chat back in Samsung Messages, my preference forseveral reasons. I'll keep pushing so Samsung Messages doesn't die, but il only 1 man.
Cheers.
I still waiting for the Fold 6. My provider does not have it available yet, because they are giving priority to the operators.
I'm looking forward to trying a foldable, let's see if I don't get one before the Fold 7 comes out 🤣
I'm looking forward to trying a foldable, let's see if I don't get one before the Fold 7 comes out 🤣
Wanted to share these Modes and Routines for Galaxy Fold users... I currently have Portrait mode closed and Auto Rotate mode opened, along with the AOD always on while charging.
Some Bixby Routines I use on the Fold : r/GalaxyFold (reddit.com)
Some Bixby Routines I use on the Fold : r/GalaxyFold (reddit.com)
This 10-inch tri-fold smartphone is thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6
Tecno unveiled the Phantom Ultimate 2, a tri-fold foldable phone that becomes a 10-inch tablet, and it's thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6.
bgr.com
Umm.. not sure if I’m interested in a tri-fold. I personally don’t see the point in the inner display over 8 inches… going above that, it’s risking the portability aspect of it.This 10-inch tri-fold smartphone is thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6
Tecno unveiled the Phantom Ultimate 2, a tri-fold foldable phone that becomes a 10-inch tablet, and it's thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Agree about the portability, but if it ends up being no bigger, or actually smaller than a galaxy Z fold, I’d be intrigued.
I just can’t imagine if it’s that thin that it has very good battery life.
Just want the rollable, transparent screens from all those sci-fi shows.
Yup, especially from Westworld!
Yeah, that's why I hope Samsung continues improving on the dual fold technology.... because they haven't given us S Ultra-level cameras yet.
I had a Latercase ordered on pre-order unfortunately the front piece is a no-go with my screen protector. But I'm going to keep it for when I just want something very slim and do just the back to protect the lens.
Yeah, that is really thin! I could see myself using that… given the low-profile.
I took off my mag-safe ring… the magnet kept bothering the S-Pen, I’m in the market for a phone grip. Something that can stick onto the back.
Just put my iPhone 15 pro max for sale and my Apple Watch Ultra 2
Once sold I will put my main sim in the one plus open for 2-3 weeks before I buy the 16 pro max and ultra 3
Once sold I will put my main sim in the one plus open for 2-3 weeks before I buy the 16 pro max and ultra 3
Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition could be the name of Samsung's mysterious new foldable
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim ❌ Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition ✅
Yup very thin and I feel better with it if laying flat on a table, how's your pen ?attached or carry separately?
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Umm... I'm on the no-case team, so it's not attached lol. I carry it separately... but I do have this black pen clip (took it from an ink pen). Had thoughts of painting it black or finding some kind of black skin/cover to match the clip.
I did get a small scuff when I was trying to take off the Latercase frame which pissed me off lolApparently the anodizing on the fold 6 is peeling off, and they are blaming users.
I was mad at the fit but maybe it's not all its fault.
Yeah, I seen quite a few reddit post of late… discussing this matter.
Ahhh… that’s disappointing. If this gets widespread… surely Samsung will do something about it.I did get a small scuff when I was trying to take off the Latercase frame which pissed me off lolI was mad at the fit but maybe it's not all its fault.
What’s so peculiar about all this… a case is designed to protect the phone, not damage it.
Exactly and I only noticed it the day I was with the Latercase which is more of that metal feel case so thinking it got it when removing
The thing that really sucks about this scenario is that Samsung is notoriously picky about providing warranty work on phones with the slightest amount of physical damage.
So Potentially if your screen fails, and it has paint chips, they will blame you for dropping the phone.
So Potentially if your screen fails, and it has paint chips, they will blame you for dropping the phone.