Let's jump 4 - 10 years from now... "apple waited until THEY get it right."
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Leaked Renders Allegedly Reveal Samsung's Foldable Phone Hours Ahead of Launch Event
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Let's jump 4 - 10 years from now... "apple waited until THEY get it right."
I remember my old lg envy. I don't think these many years later I want to use a phone I have to open and close.
Given that most people unlock their phones 100s of times a day, I’m super skeptical about the durability of folding designs. Besides, what a PITA instead of just picking up your phone and looking at it.
Nah, by then Apple will have AR glasses rendering smartphone display size largely irrelevant.
Regardless of the skepticism and complaints from everybody I'm quite excited to experience this launch event for first-of-its-kind breakthrough technology even if it is not inherently perfect from the get-go.
I've been waiting to see this technology launch for years. Even if I don't end up buying it (that $1800 price tag....) I have a strongly invested interest in this and will certainly be as giddy as a schoolgirl during the event.
Also.... I'm VERY interested to find out what Apple has in store for this technology.
I've been waiting to see this technology launch for years. Even if I don't end up buying it (that $1800 price tag....) I have a strongly invested interest in this and will certainly be as giddy as a schoolgirl during the event.
Also.... I'm VERY interested to find out what Apple has in store for this technology.
Apple would require at least another 2 years of testing and design before they'd release something like this. You haven't even seen if this thing works yet. And exactly what is "breakthrough" about this tech? We've been seeing demos of it for NINE years.
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That is not the frontier of innovation...
How much would you like to bet that this typical Samsung prototype ends up like the Galaxy Gear? We're talking about a company that will throw everything at the wall to see what sticks, without even first making sure it's a quality product. Then, if it sticks, they'll start iterating on it repeatedly across regions and you'll quickly regret having bought the first one. THAT is what Apple waits to do right. If you can't see that or why people say that, you're blind.
Sure. There are patents that were posted on this for a similar looking phone 4 years ago. So, a company who would have been supplying sample screens and chips and know for copying everything, likely put together the pieces and pushed it through.
Wrong. DuPont developed this tech 19 years ago, they even handed over a manufacturing process. So many people have so little understanding of Samsung's role in this industry.
Microsoft of all companies patented a similar phone literally 9 years ago.
Oh look, they copied the iPhone again. Then ran it over with a steam roller and bent it.
That being said... 4.6" you say. You have my attention, Samedung.
That being said... 4.6" you say. You have my attention, Samedung.
Ah, but did they fully develop the technology, including the manufacturing of components, actually put that into a device and bring it to market? (i.e. realise an idea).
AR glasses will NEVER catch on, because far too many people have to wear actual glasses and they won’t want to faff around with extra bits on them or more weight. They are a bit of a pointless idea really. Please like phones and they need to stick to those really.
I could see the benefit of this, the small form factor of a flip phone, the power of a smart phone. Put a display on the outside as well for when its flipped and you have something really cool. Only thing i really question is the battery, since it has to be rigid it can't fold unless you put in 2 batteries (one for each part).
The attitude people had with phone camera's. Want to take a photo? Use your camera.
Want to use a GPS? Use your TomTom
<could continue for 100 other use cases>
In the end, I don't like watching stuff personally on a phone, but who knows, that might change if the screen could double in size. I am not saying this would definitely be a hit (3D TV definitely wasn't), but your argument does't hold merit (i.e. go buy a tablet).
Only a sheep would think the sheep line is deeply original.
Why do Android fanboys like to lie about their Apple purchases?
Game over, Apple. Time for bed. 3D TV, curved displays, and now folding displays. Apple’s downfall is all due to Steve Jobs. That useless man took Computer out of Apple Computer. Smart people jumped ship then. Real people need real computers. Thankfully Samsung is now the new Apple: computers for the rest of us.
Honestly, this is the best looking foldable i've seen. Now if sammy could just get the price lower... this could be a massive hit
I love the innovation, but in this case I would wait a couple of generations for hardware and software maturity.
If it folded screen-outwards it might be useful. Phone for one handed use, mini tablet when you need a bit more real estate.
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I’ve never met anyone who owned a curved display.
I’ve never seen anyone actually use their tv for 3D.
I’ve yet to see anyone explain why a folded phone, particularly one that folds so the screen is on the inside, is of any use to anyone.
I’ve seen thousands of people with apple watches and iPhones. There are Apple TVs installed throughout my office building.
How is it “game over” for Apple just because Samsung continues to throw every gimmick it can at the wall? Just because something is technically possible doesnt mean anyone finds it necessary to buy.