With two new top foldable phones out, it’s a great time to be a foldable fan! Foldables give you the same kind of screen you’d usually see on a tablet, but with all your fave phone features too. That means you can watch movies and multitask before folding your phone away and popping it in your pocket. Pretty neat!
Foldables have been developing at speed in the last few years and now Google and Samsung have taken foldable phones to the next level. But both of these big hitters are pretty similar in terms of price. So, which one should you part your folding money for? And what’ll give you the most bang for your buck? Don’t worry, we’ll help you decide…
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4
Even more power, cameras, and screens. That’s the Galaxy Z Fold4 in a nutshell. While the standard 6.2-inch screen is already a good size, when you unfold the 7.6-inch main display, you’ve got even more options. If you want, you can have three different windows open at the same time. So, you could be video calling a friend while you surf the web and text your mum on the others. How’s that for multitasking!
Nothing will slow you down either. The new taskbar is designed to help you whizz between each app – while a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor gives you tons of power that’ll keep everything running smoother, brighter and faster. This top performance also makes it a great choice for gaming on the go. Letting you battle your enemies on the train, plane or just while you’re on your lunch break at the office. It’s a real game changer.
Samsung have also managed to slot in three different rear cameras here. You’ve got a 3x optical zoom telephoto one. A wide-angle cam. And an ultra-wide option for those stunning holiday vistas. You’ll be ready for any kind of snappy situation, that’s for sure. Then there’s Nightography. So, when the sun goes down – or you hit the town – you’ll capture those great memories clear as day.
It’s a winner if you’re a creative type too. Just grab yourself an S Pen and pop the Z Fold4 into tablet form. It’ll be just like you’re writing or drawing with a normal pen and paper. Making it perfect for note taking, a spot of graphic design, or just a quick doodle.
Google Pixel Fold
The Fold is Google’s first foldable phone. And they’ve really smashed it out the park here. Like the Fold4, it’s a similar size to any normal smartphone when it’s closed. But the proper fun starts once you flip it open.
Opening up the 5.8-inch display reveals a 7.6-inch tablet screen. Which gives you a load of extra space for having fun or getting stuff done. Watching your favourite films or shows is even more immersive. While with split screen mode – which lets you run two apps side-by-side – you can be even more productive and tackle tasks quickly and easily. This screen is currently the thinnest on the market too. So, you can easily take the Fold anywhere without it feeling too bulky.
Love snapping selfies? You’re in luck. With the 48-megapixel triple rear camera, you can take the highest quality selfie on any Pixel phone ever. Just unfold it, use one part of the screen as a viewfinder, and take Insta-ready photos from the off. Or, if you fancy yourself as more of a landscape photographer, there’s an ultrawide lens to fit even more in. While the highest quality zoom on a foldable phone means even far off objects are incredibly detailed.
You really won’t have to worry about running out of juice either. The Fold packs a hefty 24+ hour battery life – which is more than enough for when you’re out and about. But if you do happen to be heading further afield without your charger (or somewhere to plug in), you’re covered too. With Extreme Battery Saver, you can squeeze out up to 72 hours from it. Nice!
Got your eyes on one of these phones? Let us know which one you like the look of in the comments below!