The outer display is perfect for me. I don't buy a Fold to use the outside display the majority of the time. Narrow is great for one handed, quick scrolls and checks. I don't need/want an outer display that makes me not need to open the phone (just get a regular smartphone then...)

Been rocking the 5 for a week. The front display is perfectly usable. Use it all day for work. Open it for the videos and multi tasking. Perfect for me 👌

I feel like most people complaining about the front screen wasn't old enough in the early to mid 2000's. The size of the screens and keyboards were so tiny but we managed Fine. That front screen is just fine

Couldn't agree with you more here. I rolled my eyes when I initially saw the title, but I'm glad you went on to defend it. Transitioned from using iPhones my whole life, and it's a phenomenal phone. I wouldn't want the front screen to be any bigger

I absolutely love that you made this video. You nailed the essence of what the zfold is and how it should be used, and I couldn't agree more. I love the outer display it's so perfect for one-handed use

Thank you, I get so annoyed by people comparing the Z Fold5 to the Pixel Fold and saying the Pixel is so much better because they use the outer display more. MKBHD for example said he uses the outer display on the Pixel like 90% of the time, which is just wild, considering the price. Cover display is for utility when closed, quick usage, answering calls, etc. otherwise inner display should be used 90% of the time or else it shouldn’t really be considered. Not to say anyone is using a device wrong if you use the cover display more, but you really would be better off with a cheaper slab phone at the end of the day. Way too many tech reviewers forget that most people have to pay for these devices with their own money. Not using the main function of a device that costs twice as much as one without it makes 0 sense.

Keep up the great vids man. Love this format attacking an issue right from the get go.

Absolutely on point! Mkbhd said he loves pixel fold for its outer screen and he barely uses tha inner screen. I've always thought why even bother spending over 1800 dollars on a fold to use it closed 95% of the time... doesn't make sense for the masses. Thank you for putting forward the point.

I agree, the narrow display is great for one handed use. Easy access to all the screen, clear, and to the point. If you need more space ,the open the phone.

Great video. Congrats on the wedding. I was undecided. I'm been waiting for the Honor Magic V2 Global launch but think I'm going with the Z Fold 5 after watching your video. I currently have an S22 Ultra so I'm already in the Sammy ecosystem (watch, earbuds, tablet). My main concern was the "narrow" outer screen but I agree we don't buy folds for the outer screen.

Using the inside display with 2 apps is almost like 2 phones at once. I don't mind the outside either it's slim and nice for sending messages and doing quick tasks without opening it.

I can understand that. For me, the cover screen is a reason for buying. I've always used a samsung note for the screen size. However, I struggle to use it in one hand and is quite a large device. However, the fold fixes this issue entirely for me. This way, I get a small, easy to use cover screen, a tablet type display, but when I need it. It's got weight and is thick but not as massive as a note. I do find using: the Samsung lock / one-handed mode app is extremely helpful Increasing keyboard size a little A few other settings to aid ease of use like panels and drag down for quick settings.

Agree with your points about the Fold 5- you very succinctly laid the valid points out as to why one should have the Fold. use the inner screen! I replaced my Galaxy S22 Ultra with this phone, as the $1000 trade-in for it made it a no-brainer. The outer display is fine for what I use it for. I also found that I do not have to use my iPad 11’ tablet as much to watch movies at night as the inner display of the Fold 5 is perfect for this! The only real improvement I would like to see would be updated cameras and being able to use the S-Pen on the outer screen. Maybe the next Fold will have this.. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions etc. Nice summarization!

Couldn't have explained it any better!! Outer display = quick reply's, checks etc. Inner display = MAIN DISPLAY!!!! were all the fun takes place. You didn't just spend 2k to use the outer display and never UNFOLD the phone. ps. Where did you get that time or date widget on your main display. I like it.

I bought the Fold 4 last year on release. For months after I always wondered whether I'd made the wrong decision given the narrow front display and very awkward to type inner display. Had to send the Fold 4 for a repair for a day, and I was given an S23 Ultra for a day to use as a replacement. I genuinely missed my Fold 4. The standard bigger front screens we have been used to are actually so difficult to use one handed. And let's be honest, most of the time we use our mobile for a quick check one handed. The Fold series does have its flaws, but in terms of usability for everyday I think they've struck the right balance.

Exactly. If they make the cover display wide like the pixel, I wouldn’t like it that much.

One-handed use of the cover display is perfect. It's also easy to grip, which is important when you're carrying $1,500 in your hand. Bonus: most of the casual conent we consume, outside of KZfaq, is scrolling/portrait-oriented which means a taller display is better than a shorter, wider display.

What kind of case did you have on there at the end if you don't mind me asking?

I had the zfold 3 even after it had the screen issues after a year. I vowed I was not gonna get another samsu g phone.. When I went for another purchase and saw the fold 5 it was Irresistible.. Once you are in there is no going back you sure become a sucker for it brilliant.

Does this Positive Grid at the back play from time to time?

You brought up a solid argument for keeping such cover screen. Be that as it may, I'd still prefer that fold 6 or 7 get at least 22:9 aspect ratio for outer screen: same aspect ratio as, say, flip 5 (in essence, perfectly usable) while not sacrificing aspect ratio of the inner screen too much. It's currently at 23.1:9, so I don't think 22:9 is a too big jump for Samsung.

What is the name of the calandar app for the widget on your inner screen?

can i have the name of the FRIDAY clock that is on the screen please, thank you.

Are you going to make this your daily device as far as putting main sim in it?

Where did you get that background wallpaper from

On waveform they were mentioning that they BARELY use the pixel fold unfolded and I think that's the folks complaining about the width of the outer display on the fold 5...and my response to that is that the whole purpose of the fold 5's design is to use the foldable aspect of it more instead of having a big screen when folded to where you don't use it...and in that case? Why even bother buying a foldable you know?

Whats the name of the calendar widget on your home screen?

Great video. Just one question.... what's that icon pack?

I agree with you. The cover display is fine for me. It starts with expectations. This is a tablet first that folds down into a smartphone. So someone looking for this to be the perfect 1-to-1 smartphone replacement will be disappointed. This device is different and can't be used like a traditional slab smartphone. To your point, the inner display is the primary display for the best of what this device does. The cover display is best for quick views and responses. Closed it makes this powerful mini-computers more pocketable. Over time it feels like the inner display is universal window for the following: 1. Mini messaging device - The inner display is better than using a traditional smartphone using Gboard. When closed, I use dictation more. Gboard is the best on the market with dictation. 2. Document Manager - Reviewing & editing documents and capturing signatures using the S Pen. 3. Content consumption - Digital media and video I agree that I would be okay with the device being wider. I would be perfectly okay with a 6.8 inch cover display. It would fix the aspect ratio of videos viewed in flex mode. One whole half of the screen would be filled by 16:9.

Great presentation. I have had the phone for almost 2 months. I use it daily, just like the way you described. I do 90% of the work on the phone that i used to do on PC. 😅

I agree with most of what you said. But for me this (z fold 4) is a tablet replacement. It also does a great job. Before my kids stole my tablet I basically used it to watch videos, movies, and read ebooks. This does all that in an amazing way plus I don't have to share it with anyone because it's my phone.

My fold 4 inner screen was broken so i had to use the outer display for some time, at first it was difficult to type but after several days i get use to it and no problem

I loved my Z Fold, but my love for it ended after 382 days when the internal displays quit on me during a wonderful vacation. Shame on you Samsung. We all know that you guys are in a race with the competition, but it's better to let others launch poor and underdeveloped products than lose our trust in the brand. Regarding mobile phones, Samsung is still my number-one brand but I will now be very cautious with nuances. Until manufacturers make foldable phones that will last, it will be nothing but a concept.

Thank you! This video is so on point!

Ive owned the fold 3 and 4 now. The outer screen is perfet for one handed use for me. And when i need to multitask and watch videos, i have that option to use the phone as a table if i want to and that is a big win. A wider screen hinders the one handed abilty for me, and i dont want that.

Where can i get that wallpaper?

Bought the z fold 5 in gray, use to own the z fold 3 but decided to give it a chance again 🎉

I sent my Z Fold5 back. The foldable market just isn't mature yet. I was holding a bulky, heavy phone with an almost unusable outer display. Can't even use the S-Pen on it. Typing was incredibly frustrating. And I found myself preferring my computer or tablet when I was home, rather than using the phone opened. Don't get me wrong, app pairs and all the multitasking features are awesome, and Samsung probably has the best foldable out right now. But these things have to get a LOT thinner (hopefully some of the Chinese foldables are an indication that that's coming soon), the outer display wider, and the inner display more reliable long-term. The software aspect of foldables is coming along nicely though. Still several apps that aren't compatible even with the Labs feature turned on, but formfactor is the main issue at the moment. I can't see many preferring this phone over a traditional candybar unless they don't have a computer or tablet. I'm back to my S23+ now and though I never had any issues with it to begin with, I have a newfound appreciation for it. Considering upgrading to the Ultra for the built-in S-Pen and camera, though admittedly that phone borders on too large. Still the better alternative to the Z Fold5 IMO.

i have the samsung case with the pen and the pen falls out CONSTANTLY! It hasnt even been 3 days and i have had it drop when pulling my phone from my pocket 20 times and just sitting it on the table and picking it up the pen stays on the table half the time...

I really appreciate what you had to say about this phone! It makes a lot of sense!!! I will be getting me one! For sure!!

Honestly ill make a comparison, one of my friends has the pixel fold which has the bigger outer screen and smaller unfolded screen and i have the ZFold 5 with the thinner outer screen and bigger inner screen, from the comparison me and my friend made was he finds that he used majority the Outer screen more on his Pixel fold more than the Unfolded screen, i find with my ZFold 5 i find myself opening up my phone and using it unfolded more than the Outer screen i use that more one handed and for notifications and so on. my main point i will make is do you really buy a fold only to use the phone just like you would if it wasnt a fold? or do you get a fold to use the phone with the Inner screen mostly? this is why i picked up the ZFold 5 over the Pixel Fold cos i wouldnt want to pay so much for a fold phone just to never feel the need or want to Unfold it,

As a Fold4 user and currently awaiting my Fold5 to be delivered, agreed with thid video but still i still do wish slightly wider cover screen which adopts 21:9 aspect ratio. Pixel Fold design a big no go but something like Magic V2/Mix Fold 3 will be nice. In current fold4 flex mode for watching video (e.g KZfaq) the video become so cramp while if cover screen adopt 21:9, it will be more cinematic. Having said that, still preordered Fold5 as samsung still have the best Fold UI in android.

It feels good to watch any video being reviewed with the product being viewed while in my hand, such as this Z Fold 5.

This my 1st foldable phone, coming from and S22 Ultra. Spend a lot of time on the outside display, even typed this comment on the outer display. I love it.

I would prefer a full sized outer display like on the new xiaomi Mix fold 3 but ive had a fold 3,4 and now 5 so clearly i dont hate the narrow screen lol

Honestly i like the size of the phone, fits in my pocket doesnt feel big etc, my fold 4 screen broke and i used the outer screen for 5 weeks before i sent my phone to be repaired and honestly it didnt really bother me, people with very big hands might benefit from a bigger outerscreen but tbh if there was an option to have a bigger phone i dont know if i woild buy it i would have to see how it feels 😅

Ive been back and forth between fold 5 and Oneplus Open. Ill go for the Oneplus since it nails the outside display and crease.

I never used the outside screen on my fold 4 till it broke last week inner screen failed eventually up the fold line unfortunately! I was gutted but got the fold 5 now and so scared of it now im finding myself not opening it as much and using the putter display it does work well but when switch to my s21 ultra yeah that size is much better butnits a totally different feel on the fold it is a nice experience the glass the feel of the folds outter screen I've never experienced on any other phone i love the feel of how premium its built just ashame the glue gives way and lifts after so many uses on the inner display! The fold 5 inner display Samsung have said its been strengthend 25% along with the new hings so time will tell but it is tighter than my fold 4 ive noticed! Everyone says the cameras haven't been changed i have to honestly say this needs looking into more as i feel it has! Its more crisp and more usable on my fold 5 it was dreadful on my fold 4 and if you look at the lenses these are also different they stick out further onnthe fold 5 than they dod on the fold 4! Maybe they have kept the MP the same but changed the sensors? All i can say my fold 5s camera is better! Just be carful as i treated mine with kid gloves for a year and still broke itself!

What clock are you using on the main screen?

The simple fact is that Samsung knows how this works. They know very well that if they make the outer screen to good to use, most peoples will just barely use the inner screen for anything. And because the whole point of a foldable device like the Z Fold4 and 5 is to use the foldable inner screen as much as possible (as you said), then Samsung CAN'T compromise that. So I don't see the outer screen as a negative point. It can be a little better ofc by making the outer screen some few mm's wider, but not so much that it takes the whole point of the inner screen away. As long as I can do the basics on the outer screen, i'm pretty happy. And I agree on you with the points you made on the inner screen on the Z Fold5 on why it's the most optimal aspect ratio on a foldable device. Most peoples doesn't understand this. They have to use the Z Fold4/5 over a longer period to see the whole point.

I bought the galaxy fold 1 and i like using the outside, the phone has tons of ram but not storage but it was a pilot device. I like how great the battery on it was so i use the outside screen and no i do not want to buy the regular phone. If something happens with the inside screen then i have the other and the outside and vice versa. So i think it is great.

My issues are apps not working right on the cover display and the mic when recording sucks

came from the microaoft duo 2. the outer screen is great. ps dpnt forget to install sound assistant from galaxy stpre to be able to watch 2 videos at the same time

Good video my friend. Fold 5 is the best foldable in terms of value for money and also for using it for 3 to 5 years with peace of mind. Good build quality and will get good exchange value for fold 7 or 8 pre ordering.

What clock widget do you use?

I love the outer display ❤. It's very usable!

My second day with my z fold 5 and I'm happy,I've used the front display all day today with no issues.

I'm sure not many of us use the phone rotated to multitask on different apps like that.

Damn that flip you do with the fold😂 be careful.. thanks for the video, good one..

You use any cover?

You can always have a wide cover display and when you unfold simply rotate the phone to obtain a taller form factor.

I had the fold 3 where the outer screen was even more narrow! I used it for 2years no problems. I think your brain just gets used to it after a few weeks. Having said that I can sure tell the extra width on the fold 5.

I got a Fold 5 and its my first foldable. The front screen reminds me of a iPhone 5 and I got use to very quickly, I can type no problem on it I just stretched the keyboard a little

It's perfect for me also. Love it. I can 1 hand everything

I have no issue with the cover display at all. It's perfect.

Finally someone who understands it. The cover screen is for utility, like the cover screen on the flip.

5:30 dude i wish i could type half that fast lmao. still love my fold 5 tho

I hardly use the outter screen, I open it up, plus people comment on it. 😅

The outer display on my Z fold 5 is exactly the same size as my iPhone 13 mini that i have been using for 2 years. The outer screen is great to use however the standard keyboard is terrible. Hence i installed the Gboard, with this keyboard i make less typing mistakes. i have been apple user from the first iPhone and this is my first andriod device i love everything about the Z Fold 5.

I like the form factor of the Z Fold. Yes, it's not the best display to type on, but it's still workable and the upsides are worth it. Can't have everything.

i just switched from my iphone 12 pro, been with apple for 10+ years and i needed something different. I got the Z Fold 5 about a week ago now and i love it! its a breath of fresh air, something new and fun. Still have plenty of tips and tricks i need to learn so if you have a video send it my way or you can always make one lol

I got the z5 fold over a week, the outside display is totally fine, its just used for quick things and in my car, with the wireless charger. NOT AN ISSUE

Something I noticed not one of these reviewers ever mentions is the user experience during video calls. Using the slim outer display on a Meet (Duo) video call you have a very small window on top and the entire bottom half filled with all of the text and blank space that would normally be on the very lower half of the screen. It's such a waste of space and I guess Google has not optimized duo video calling to fit the outer displays aspect ratio. Those cameras used for the video calling also really suck. I mean, 4mp is like we're in the early 2000's here. C'mon Samsung you can do WAY better than that. Especially for a phone at this price point. Incentives & discounts aside! I am curious to know what that experience is like on Google's folding device. Also the lack of Spen functionality on outside screen , stinks. What is that?! 4mp grainy video calls and no true Spen functionality are for the birds. I really wanna like this phone but I think I'm returning it and going with the S23U until next years Fold. They've come a long way so perhaps next year they'll hit the mark.

I disagree with you, the inner screen while rotated is still good but it is almost a square so why rotate into a mode that you don't like?

I returned by Fold 4 because I work in a FAB with gloves on. Many times, I could not type on the front display because the glove made contact with other letters. The solution would have been to use the stylus, but there is no stylus support on the front screen. When Samsung introduces a Fold with front screen stylus support, I will be one of the first to buy it.

It amazes me how few use swipe text

Front doesn’t bother me at all. Kinda like the slimnest going in pocket

The first youtuber to say so. I absolutely agree with you!!

My zfold4's inner screen went black after a year and a half 😢 it was too expensive to have it repaired but I really really still want to get a fold 5😂 I have an s23 ultra now. Any advice from anyone here?

I think they could widen the display a few centimeters without jeopardizing the aspect ratio and to give it the spen slot.

The outer screen is fine for my tiny hands. I love my Z Fold 5!

Obviously there is a debate but I don't understand why people don't understand why the phone has a narrow outer display. It's very it is a bit of a thicker phone when folded. If it was wider it wouldn't feel good in one hand.

It's absolutely useless to watch videos on the big screen cuz of the aspect ratio there are big black bands above and below the content. A candy bar phone will actually give the same if not more screen real estate for video playback. The Z fold 5 is purely for multitasking aficionados who want 3-4 apps open at the same time and not ideal for multimedia consumption

Good point about one hand typing. I just typed this comment with one hand on my Z5 😂

of course, the external display is great, if it were wider, I don't need a folding phone ... that makes sense ... it fits perfectly in the hand for basic information ... and if you need it, you can open it and have a large display ... for me it's this is the logic of folding phones, if someone wants a wider external display, let them buy a classic brick like the apple Max and it's a big impractical phone

I have always thought this display was actually very useful. I’m a big swipe keyboard and one handed user and this displays is LITERALLY perfect

Hi, I had a Fold4, lasted 8 mths before the screen developed a hairline crack at the fold, then stopped working altogether. Samsung have reviewed, have agreed it is a manufacturing fault and have agreed to a full refund. I now need to decide whether I am prepared to risk it again and get a Fold5. What is your view/experience in whether the Fold5 screen is more robust and will have a longer life than the Fold4. I have returned to my S9 which is very old, but still working, battery doesn't last long though. I have always had good experience with Samsung. Just very disappointed in the Fold4

That fold turned into a flip in the beginning.

it is like people say sport car can't carry big luggage, or big suv can't run fast. what do you really want? i want fold5,lol. i had note 10 back then, then fold3,fold4,fold5. why? here is years of experience..... as note screen got bigger each year, the benefits are obvious, see more content, but can you catch up with fold phone? no. that is exactly where fold phone is for to give one and two hand operations. my experience tells me when i want small for convenient and quick check information.. pull out your outer display or for heavy research or KZfaq watching, open the big screen. if you don't want the convenience of both sides, buy s23 then. the fold 5 is the best refining fold from past generations. (i am speaking my experience). why? better hand holding, better battery life (20% increased) due to gen 2 processor, consuming less power. you see, some reviewer said fold 4 is same as fold 5, that just shows their ignorance of technology. they look at same size, same battery, same camera etc. then it must be the same phone. No. they are not same at all. camera photos show much details, better speaker sound, brighter display. just about every categories. fold5 increases it's quality. don't judge by their appearance, but have them in your hands to campare as i did. many said don't up grade, why not? your fold4 is going depreciated too, so i traded it in. my final thoughts on the design, if you make outer bigger that means inner screen is getting even bigger and thicker. but the fold phone should be optimized to a point to both small for easy carry and large for viewing. that is what fold5 has achieved.

On point. Been using mine for few days now came from iPhone 13 pro max.

Very usable. Fits my hand perfectly.

I wouldnt say no to it being a little wider but i enjoy using the outer display. Great quality and makes the phone easy to hold

I have you and your enthusiasm for the Fold to blame, I mean, uh, thank. 😂 Had the Fold 3 but didnt really get into it. Got the 5 and I'm absolutely loving it. Driving my wife crazy by telling her daily about it. Ha. Yes, Samsung has made it clear that they want people to use the inside display mostly and that's why they're keeping the outer display on the narrow side.

Samsung themselves said they want you to open the Phone up and use the inner display. The Fold 5 is my first foldable and I have no problem using the front display. Tired of hearing people say the front display is unusable.

The biggest issue is Samsung Care + which you'll most likely need to use if you have a fold.

Nice video. 👍👍

Majority of Z fold buyers know what they are getting into.

I ended up going back to iPhone but the Pixel fold isn’t there yet in the foldable fight. They have the hardware down but Samsung has the software down. After narrowing down the battle between the 3 companies (Apple, Google, Samsung) I wanted to invest in a company to call home and it led me back to Apple ecosystem 🤦🏾‍♂️

Finally someone is being honest the wired size of the font display is no issue to mi💯💯💯

I just got a fold 5 coming from a 14 pro Max & I have no issue with either display lol