Bought one, same 6/27- 7/03 delivery date as well.
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Google Pixel Fold
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How is UDC more immersive considering there is no hole punch at all on the Pixel Fold? (No hole vs. camouflaged hole?) I think I’d still prefer no hole at all and a much better camera.
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My biggest reservation about this phone is the Tensor 2. With a phone at this price it should be considered your flagship device and shouldn’t be released with a year old processor. The Tensor 3 will be out in the pixel 8 just a couple months later. Really giving me pause even though I’m really excited about the device. Makes me consider holding out for the Z fold5 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 or Gen 2+.
That's the biggest problem with the foldable price point right now. You don't get top end specs whether it's the CPU or the camera compared to the highest end slab phone.
420 for my few months old 7 Pro? I was totally expecting 600 enhanced value like I got for trading in the 6 Pro.
And I hate how they, again, have certain storage configs tied to colors. I want white 512, no go.
My buzz is killed.
And I hate how they, again, have certain storage configs tied to colors. I want white 512, no go.
My buzz is killed.
Say hello to the Oppo Find N2 and the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. Both available for around €1200,- import price. The Chinese are killing it, but somehow reluctant to release it world wide.
It looks pretty cool but I’ve got no budget for it. Or time to play with something like this, sadly. I’m still on track to look at Pixel 8’s later, though. Foldable still isn’t my jam since I need dust resistance.
I’m going to watch you guys play with it and report on it.
My husband is thinking about it but I would be surprised if he actually goes for it.
I’m going to watch you guys play with it and report on it.
My husband is thinking about it but I would be surprised if he actually goes for it.
What’s crazy is the 14 pro goes for 900 on trade with a very similar retail price.
I ordered bc I was probably going to upgrade my Z Fold4 to the 5 but figured I’d try something different as the Pixel experience has long been my favorite on a phone. I like the front screen and aspect ratio on the inside better as well. The fact that Google is giving around what Samsung usually does for trade in value of the Fold I figured why not give it a go. If the Z Fold 5 looks like one I can’t live without then I imagine I’ll trade in my S23U but I feel it’s going to just be a refinement of the Fold 4 and I can probably hold off till next year. So likely combo will be S23U on my personal line and Pixel Fold on the work line. I think I can live with that a while 😀
People still use taskbars LOL stopped using them a few years back when Samsung allowed to remove it and use the side bar thats customisable etc
Google bar just looks a variant of Samsung slide bar but at the bottom
but nice
Yep you can see immediately from a productivity perspective how much more is available on the Fold 4 on 1st opening
We have the Fold 5 coming soon so any trival advantages of the PF are likely to fade
But yes competition is good
I am looking at getting this, I will have to see it in real life though. I just like to have a play and get first impressions before buying blind.
To add to above, it would be nice to see Apple get involved in this, and not to far into the future. I am of the opinion that this is natural progression and Apple are king of slim, this should suit them to the ground.
Lord Jesus give me the strength.
I only paid $800 for my fold 4, so this is seriously tempting.
As others have said, I am worried about the processor. One of the best things about my fold 4 is insanely good battery life.
Will be seriously tough to go back to mediocre battery.
Then again the worst thing is the sub par cameras.
They are so bad that I just bought a pixel 7 to take on vacation with me, because I cannot rely on them to produce quality images.
This thing seems to fix every issue I have with my fold, and one thing I noticed is that it maintained water resistance which was a big worry since the early rumors said it wouldn't have a rating.
I think I am going to go for it
If I can get $100-200 for the pixel watch BNIB it will only be $800 out of pocket.
I only paid $800 for my fold 4, so this is seriously tempting.
As others have said, I am worried about the processor. One of the best things about my fold 4 is insanely good battery life.
Will be seriously tough to go back to mediocre battery.
Then again the worst thing is the sub par cameras.
They are so bad that I just bought a pixel 7 to take on vacation with me, because I cannot rely on them to produce quality images.
This thing seems to fix every issue I have with my fold, and one thing I noticed is that it maintained water resistance which was a big worry since the early rumors said it wouldn't have a rating.
I think I am going to go for it
If I can get $100-200 for the pixel watch BNIB it will only be $800 out of pocket.
Been reading about this the last few days and watched MrWhosBoss YT video on it too...
Overall it looks an excellent idea and phone but it's a bit lacklustre too IMO
The camera specs put me off a bit as does it being on the T2 chip. As others have said the Fold should be their absolute flagship with the best specs possible. Thats what's expected really at those asking prices...
The plus for me is that the front screen is wider. I did have the Z Fold 3 for a month and overall it was good. But I've slab like hands and relying to messages on the front screen was a painful process...
So I'm on the fence re this currently
Overall it looks an excellent idea and phone but it's a bit lacklustre too IMO
The camera specs put me off a bit as does it being on the T2 chip. As others have said the Fold should be their absolute flagship with the best specs possible. Thats what's expected really at those asking prices...
The plus for me is that the front screen is wider. I did have the Z Fold 3 for a month and overall it was good. But I've slab like hands and relying to messages on the front screen was a painful process...
So I'm on the fence re this currently
I think for your needs and if you want that all in one device maybe pixel fold is the one to go for.Lord Jesus give me the strength.
I only paid $800 for my fold 4, so this is seriously tempting.
As others have said, I am worried about the processor. One of the best things about my fold 4 is insanely good battery life.
Will be seriously tough to go back to mediocre battery.
Then again the worst thing is the sub par cameras.
They are so bad that I just bought a pixel 7 to take on vacation with me, because I cannot rely on them to produce quality images.
This thing seems to fix every issue I have with my fold, and one thing I noticed is that it maintained water resistance which was a big worry since the early rumors said it wouldn't have a rating.
I think I am going to go for it
If I can get $100-200 for the pixel watch BNIB it will only be $800 out of pocket.
fold 4 I won’t be trading in at all as I still feel fold 4 is the superior device overall but that front display and cameras makes it closer than it should be. The bezels are just hard to unsee be honest coming from a Z fold 4
i respect people’s preference though and I think if you are wanting one device pixel might be better due to the front display and cameras
I will be honest I use my fold 4 most of the time in portrait mode
I’ve seen a few hands on of the pixel fold and the front display is nice and cameras will be ideal for those who really want a 2 in 1. Pixel cameras would simply be dependable and it has a real zoom lens.
fold 4 is better for me in key areas but I’m lucky to have an iPhone and a pixel 7 pro so I wouldn’t need to choose.
Agree it is, that front display is ideal if you aren’t in the right situation to open the device up
I think you are referring to the Edge Panel that allowed to pin apps to the side bar… Samsung removed that in favor of the taskbar.People still use taskbars LOL stopped using them a few years back when Samsung allowed to remove it and use the side bar thats customisable etc
Google bar just looks a variant of Samsung slide bar but at the bottom
And, yes. The Google bar (I just call it the dock) is a feature similar to the taskbar that’s on the bottom of the Fold… I think Google’s version is better because it’s larger. Google claim its a Android 14 feature… perhaps, Samsung makes changes to it for OneUI 6.0.
One thing that surprised me about the presentation was the lack of fold specific software features. I figured Google might cut some corners on hardware as they do, but try to justify that high price tag with a lot of cool foldable specific software additions. Nope. It’s essentially just a foldable Pixel 7 Pro with some UI tweaks. No power user features and only the basic level of multitasking. That price is looking tougher and tougher to swallow.
But I think they nailed the form factor. Hopefully Gen 2 eliminates some bezels, adds a more efficient processor, and drops price before Samsung gets their head out of their ass and creates a better form factor.
But I think they nailed the form factor. Hopefully Gen 2 eliminates some bezels, adds a more efficient processor, and drops price before Samsung gets their head out of their ass and creates a better form factor.
I'm curious what the game plan is with features they plan implement...I agree they did not mention anything as if they are holding back or simply still testing through it haha
I’m not too worried about camera specs. The Pixel line has never really had the absolute best camera hardware. I’m certain the camera will be a noticeable improvement over the Fold 4 even if not quite as good as the Pixel 7 Pro.
So, I am wanting to pre-order but there’s something that’s stopping me. They’re actually giving a surprisingly good value for the iPhone 13 Pro Max base, at $900, so I was thinking about trading in. But the problem, is knowing me, there is a darn good chance that, despite how excited I’ve been, this thing will end up going back in favor of my iPhone just because I have so much trouble changing to a new UI for my one and only main device. In that case, I’d be returning it, and I don’t know what happens then. Does anyone here know if they actually ship your traded in device back? I’m assuming not but if that’s the case what happens to the credit? Does it get added to your account or does it just disappear. Even in the former, I’m not sure what I would do with $900 of google store credit. I suppose the real question is, do they allow you to ship in your device after that 14 day return period is up so that I have the entire return period to actually evaluate the device?
Well, there are some foldable specific software like the dual mode feature where a Pixel Fold user can speak to the phone and it translate in real time on the cover display.
And they stole some ideas from Samsung with flex mode features being able to angle the Pixel Fold in a 90 degree angle to control video playback, there’s also the ability to use the cover display as a viewfinder for selfies. Not sure what more you want in multitasking… since it’s a mini-size tablet.