For me it would be to have a single device that could work as both a phone and tablet, so compact when folded for portability while having the option for using a big screen when needed.
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Mandy@sh.itjust.works 1 month ago
Never understood the reason of foldable smartphones, like what was their intended usecase?
Blankenstejner@lemmy.world 1 month ago
xavier666@lemm.ee 1 month ago
The only usecase for foldables that made sense is that since phones keep on getting bigger, so having a foldable phone would save some pocket space. However, I think phones stopped growing after 6" and foldable phones have been considerably more expensive. People are just more comfortable with a normal “slab” phone.
filcuk@lemmy.zip 1 month ago
I love it and would hate to go back. You have a normal sized phone that can make various otherwise awkward activities on small factor quite comfortable: note taking, film watching, reading, Internet in general.
It is so good to be able to whip this out anytime, anywhere.
It literally replaced 3 other devices for me that I used to drag around to cafes, work and when travelling.
FooBarrington@lemmy.world 1 month ago
Would you say the technology is developed far enough?
I’m definitely interested, as the phone screen size is often a bit too small. But any mechanical movement makes me nervous on a small device that should last multiple years.
filcuk@lemmy.zip 1 month ago
Hinge durability is the main concern.
I would not buy in yet unless you plan to upgrade every ~2 years.
Make sure the manufacturers warranty is solid.
Software-wise, I’ve not had any issues whatsoever.
IncogCyberspaceUser@lemmy.world 1 month ago
I’ve definitely been interested in one. What foldable device do you have? And which three devices did it replace?