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Title: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: blinky on April 18, 2019, 12:15:01 PM
Thoughts?


brand new Samsung flip phone. can be a smaller tablet or closes to phone size.
Looks pretty cool. When my contract runs out ill probably get it

Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: ratherbebig on April 18, 2019, 12:35:35 PM
$2000?
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 18, 2019, 12:39:35 PM
Thoughts?


brand new Samsung flip phone. can be a smaller tablet or closes to phone size.
Looks pretty cool. When my contract runs out ill probably get it




Don't get it
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Powerlift66 on April 18, 2019, 01:55:36 PM
Stupid / overpriced gadgets.  ::)
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: SF1900 on April 18, 2019, 04:38:32 PM

Don't get it

Vince, why not?
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Dave D on April 18, 2019, 05:05:45 PM
Vince, why not?

For $600 (or less) you can buy two galaxy  s7 edge's and hold them side by side and have the same effect with a larger screen.
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: SF1900 on April 18, 2019, 05:12:54 PM
For $600 (or less) you can buy two galaxy  s7 edge's and hold them side by side and have the same effect with a larger screen.

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Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: oldtimer1 on April 19, 2019, 04:57:36 AM
They have a big mess on their hands. They are breaking quick. https://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2019/04/18/samsungs-galaxy-fold-screens-breaking-safe-buy-one/3506503002/
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: SF1900 on April 19, 2019, 05:11:15 AM
It probably cost the company a "few bucks" to make one of these phones, then blow up the retail to $2,000.  ???
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: ratherbebig on April 19, 2019, 05:24:18 AM
It probably cost the company a "few bucks" to make one of these phones, then blow up the retail to $2,000.  ???

yes. they just come ready to be manfactured outta nowhere. awesome
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 19, 2019, 07:25:49 AM
Vince, why not?


Not to reveal any internal information,  the phones are too high of a liability as they are 2000 bucks.   Deductible for insurance would be insane but ultimately, you can buy a tablet separately along with a phone for much less money than this combo.    Honestly, I love Samsung and this is a bold move but its the same for the Hydrogen Red 3D phone.   Too much money for the actual benefit
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: lightweight83 on April 19, 2019, 07:50:14 AM
I was impressed until I scrolled down and saw the fucking price tag!  You have got to be kidding me!  If they could get the price down to slightly more than the Iphone, these would sell like hotcakes!
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: ratherbebig on April 19, 2019, 08:14:34 AM
im more concerned by the bulk of them, not the price tag

i'm like, how are they going to fit in my designer jeans?
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Hypertrophy on April 19, 2019, 08:16:10 AM
All I want is a touch screen version of the old Motorola Razr- upper half is screen, lower half is keyboard. I haven’t seen anything in the US like that. Instead they want to sell you essentially a folding IPad type unit.   
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: kreator on April 19, 2019, 08:28:56 AM
The price is set high so the owner can send out the message that he can afford to have one. It‘s the same with expensive clothing, shoes.
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: ratherbebig on April 19, 2019, 08:32:47 AM
i think people would be willing to pay 2000 dollars for a phone.


if it came with all the porn in the world - pre-installed.
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Army of One on April 19, 2019, 09:06:11 AM
Too bulky for the lame 1 inch increase over standard 6inch phones.Ultra thin when closed then opens out to 8inches?Then we can talk.
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: ratherbebig on April 19, 2019, 09:32:59 AM
Too bulky for the lame 1 inch increase over standard 6inch phones.Ultra thin when closed then opens out to 8inches?Then we can talk.

a lot of guys would pay $2000 for a 1 inch increase
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: deadz on April 19, 2019, 10:18:45 AM
My 5s is still working fine, pass.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Ron on April 19, 2019, 10:17:00 PM

Pretty cool, and for those that rely on their smart phone for everything, it may work, especially if they spend their time watching you tube tv or streaming.  But the cost of repairing this will be crazy, as so many people tend to drop their phones almost every other month.  Three screens, no case to break the fall....   

Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: G_Thang on April 19, 2019, 11:30:31 PM
I have a 6s which had a battery issue, so I mailed it to Apple for repairs and replacement.  They sent me a new phone for $29.  Really $2000  ::) .
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: ratherbebig on April 20, 2019, 01:05:39 AM
I have a 6s which had a battery issue, so I mailed it to Apple for repairs and replacement.  They sent me a new phone for $29.  Really $2000  ::) .

$2000 isnt the cost of manufacturing.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: illuminati on April 20, 2019, 02:07:55 AM
$2000 !!!!! WTF

And it’s already Breaking - Not a Very Good Product Start.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Henda on April 20, 2019, 03:02:04 AM
Going back years now but every Samsung with newish tech (think it was phones that slid up at the time)I’ve ever owned have fucked up. This looks like a disaster waiting to happen.

All this shit coming out but can they not make a phone with a unbreakable screen yet? That would appeal to me far more than any of the latest gimmick shite
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: BayGBM on April 20, 2019, 04:21:00 AM
Going back years now but every Samsung with newish tech (think it was phones that slid up at the time)I’ve ever owned have fucked up. This looks like a disaster waiting to happen.

All this shit coming out but can they not make a phone with a unbreakable screen yet? That would appeal to me far more than any of the latest gimmick shite

It has already happened.

Breaking Galaxy Fold screens reveal just how fragile foldable phones can be
The Galaxy Fold hasn't even launched and people are already asking if foldable phones are in trouble.

When reports of breaking Galaxy Fold screens emerged this week, it underscored just how risky and fragile the concept of a foldable phone really is. Initially, people fretted over the plastic screen's glare, wondered if the polymer screen would feel less premium, wrung their hands over the central crease where the two screen halves fold and generally knitted their brows about long-term wear and tear. Nobody expected a total meltdown of review units before the Galaxy Fold's April 26 sale date, least of all the reviewers like me who were lucky enough to get early access to see the Folds in action.

The turmoil came after four early reviewers of Samsung's foldable phone posted photos of their bulging, "broken," "unusable," "flickering" Folds, causing a ripple of sensation across social media sites like Twitter and Reddit...

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/breaking-galaxy-fold-screens-reveal-just-how-fragile-foldable-phones-can-be-samsung/

Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 20, 2019, 09:05:49 AM
It has already happened.

Breaking Galaxy Fold screens reveal just how fragile foldable phones can be
The Galaxy Fold hasn't even launched and people are already asking if foldable phones are in trouble.

When reports of breaking Galaxy Fold screens emerged this week, it underscored just how risky and fragile the concept of a foldable phone really is. Initially, people fretted over the plastic screen's glare, wondered if the polymer screen would feel less premium, wrung their hands over the central crease where the two screen halves fold and generally knitted their brows about long-term wear and tear. Nobody expected a total meltdown of review units before the Galaxy Fold's April 26 sale date, least of all the reviewers like me who were lucky enough to get early access to see the Folds in action.

The turmoil came after four early reviewers of Samsung's foldable phone posted photos of their bulging, "broken," "unusable," "flickering" Folds, causing a ripple of sensation across social media sites like Twitter and Reddit...

https://www.cnet.com/how-to/breaking-galaxy-fold-screens-reveal-just-how-fragile-foldable-phones-can-be-samsung/




They were breaking because the early reviewered removed what they thought was protective adhesive on the screen but in fact they were part of the screen display.   Still a waste in my opinion because you'll still need a bag for the keyboard and mouse if you wanted to use it like a computer thus defeating the purpose
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 20, 2019, 09:23:41 AM
im more concerned by the bulk of them, not the price tag

i'm like, how are they going to fit in my designer jeans?


Are you kidding???   You shouldn't have anything in your pockets...most modern men now carry "nutsacs" or Eurobags around for their stuff....basically a purse for men to keep all of your shit......sunglasses, cologne, keys in addition to being able to conspiciously carry weapons such as a knife, pistol, pepper spray etc.     


Here's a few videos to help.   I carry a Kangeroo Eurobag with me at all times whenever I'm heading out.   Pockets are free and lose for actual walking.   I had my mini computer in it originally as in the video but now I have my Kindle in my Gym bag and bought a slightly larger Kangeroo Eurobag for my Chromebook.   









Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: The Scott on April 20, 2019, 09:35:20 AM

Are you kidding???   You shouldn't have anything in your pockets...most modern men now carry "nutsacs" or Eurobags around for their stuff....basically a purse for men to keep all of your shit......sunglasses, cologne, keys in addition to being able to conspiciously carry weapons such as a knife, pistol, pepper spray etc.     


Here's a few videos to help.   I carry a Kangeroo Eurobag with me at all times whenever I'm heading out.   Pockets are free and lose for actual walking.   I had my mini computer in it originally as in the video but now I have my Kindle in my Gym bag and bought a slightly larger Kangeroo Eurobag for my Chromebook.   











It is one thing to be homosexual and another to be a freaking faggoty Nellie.  You, are the latter of those two.

Cologne?!  Why would you, a total Nellie that reeks of bottom bitch require cologne?  No man carries a purse.  No man.  No man carries a "nutsac" (I suppose your mouth qualifies) and anyone that even says "Eurobag" without laughing  ;D ;D ;D ;D is a total rangerwilwannabe.

Oh.  Wait.  You tote around a "Kangeroo Eurobag"...Bottom Bitch.   This all begs the question, when do you start estrogen treatments?

I would say you should be ashamed of yourself but then I've seen your physique photos and that creature you claim to have been married to, QV.  You have no shame.

I bet your parents do.
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 20, 2019, 10:05:19 AM
It is one thing to be homosexual and another to be a freaking faggoty Nellie.  You, are the latter of those two.

Cologne?!  Why would you, a total Nellie that reeks of bottom bitch require cologne?  No man carries a purse.  No man.  No man carries a "nutsac" (I suppose your mouth qualifies) and anyone that even says "Eurobag" without laughing  ;D ;D ;D ;D is a total rangerwilwannabe.

Oh.  Wait.  You tote around a "Kangeroo Eurobag"...Bottom Bitch.   This all begs the question, when do you start estrogen treatments?

I would say you should be ashamed of yourself but then I've seen your physique photos and that creature you claim to have been married to, QV.  You have no shame.

I bet your parents do.


No man....the man bag was carried around by your fucking forefathers and pioneers of this country you jackass...George Washington, Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone, Teddy Roosevelt.....all of them had man bags to keep their shit on hand.   Its just coming back in style because its much harder to walk around with concealed weapons.   Walk into any place with a gun on a holster and you'll be told to get lost or you'll draw stares from people including cops.   Its also functional for keeping other items like keys, wallet, etc.   As far a cologne, I'm not surprised you don't know what that is you smelly mother fucker.   If you're in a rush, its always good to carry things like cologne, aspirin, supplements, and even a protein bar or snack so you're not eating junk food.


Carry one or don't carry one....but if you fuck with someone with a man bag, you'll prob end up on the business end of a pistol.    ;D

 





Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: The Scott on April 20, 2019, 10:22:48 AM
No man....the man bag was carried around by your fucking forefathers and pioneers of this country you jackass...George Washington, Davy Crockett, Daniel Boone, Teddy Roosevelt.....all of them had man bags to keep their shit on hand.   Its just coming back in style because its much harder to walk around with concealed weapons.   Walk into any place with a gun on a holster and you'll be told to get lost or you'll draw stares from people including cops.   Its also functional for keeping other items like keys, wallet, etc.   As far a cologne, I'm not surprised you don't know what that is you smelly mother fucker.   If you're in a rush, its always good to carry things like cologne, aspirin, supplements, and even a protein bar or snack so you're not eating junk food.


Carry one or don't carry one....but if you fuck with someone with a man bag, you'll prob end up on the business end of a pistol.    ;D


Men used to wear powdered wiggs and pantaloons, knickers, platform shoes and perhaps worst of all, leisure suits.  And then their testes dropped and their test levels went up.  ;D

Man-bun hairdo wearin', purse carrying pussies, aka S.N.A.G.s.  No thanks.  That's for rangerwil and his kind.

And Arizona is open carry for Americans.  It's where men are men and sheep don't have to worry because the men shoot the wolves  and marry the women. If off duty and asked, take your sidearm outside and lock it in the box in your truck or the hard bags on your motorbike.  Trust me on this as I know plenty of active and retired LEOs. 

Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Prudence on April 20, 2019, 10:37:17 AM

..pepper spray etc.     


   I carry a Kangeroo Eurobag with me at all times whenever I'm heading out.   
...and I get shit for being into doods???  I don't carry a fucken bag. If it can't fit in my pockets, I don't take it.
--keys
--wallet
--phone
--firearm
With all the shit you carry, you sure your not forgetting ur balls? Pepper spray?? What's that? The fuck is that gonna do? Don't chicks carry that?

(http://images.thesartorialist.com/photos/11510Manskirtparis_4269Web.jpg)
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 20, 2019, 11:56:47 AM
...and I get shit for being into doods???  I don't carry a fucken bag. If it can't fit in my pockets, I don't take it.
--keys
--wallet
--phone
--firearm
With all the shit you carry, you sure your not forgetting ur balls? Pepper spray?? What's that? The fuck is that gonna do? Don't chicks carry that?

(http://images.thesartorialist.com/photos/11510Manskirtparis_4269Web.jpg)


I keep a black leather covered slap jack along with a knife.  Pepper spray is what I carry on a run for dogs and other rabid animals.


Btw, I dont give a fuck what you carry.  I sport my gear like a man
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Prudence on April 20, 2019, 12:05:25 PM
Me too.
But it's on my body, not in a Coach bag.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: ratherbebig on April 20, 2019, 12:12:23 PM
(http://www.getbig.com/pics/olympia/2001/expo/chicherillo.jpg)
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: The Scott on April 20, 2019, 12:23:40 PM
(http://www.getbig.com/pics/olympia/2001/expo/chicherillo.jpg)

Ah yes...The "DoucheBag™" as modeled by it's namesake.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: ratherbebig on April 20, 2019, 01:57:47 PM
fanny pack at least is comfortable, any bigger bag than that i dont see how you wear it without it getting in your way unless it's a backpack
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 20, 2019, 05:11:55 PM
fanny pack at least is comfortable, any bigger bag than that i dont see how you wear it without it getting in your way unless it's a backpack


Don't want to feel like I'm selling steroids again
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Kim Jong Bob on April 20, 2019, 10:56:35 PM

Don't get it
no offence but you hsve to be reslly retarded not to get it.  Its a smartphone tthst you csn opem if you want a bigger screen. People wstch youtube etc these dsys on thd phone not computer.
Title: Re: New Samsung FLIP PHONE
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 20, 2019, 11:28:57 PM
no offence but you hsve to be reslly retarded not to get it.  Its a smartphone tthst you csn opem if you want a bigger screen. People wstch youtube etc these dsys on thd phone not computer.


Get a Kindle for 50 bucks and either use wifi where you're at or your mobile hotspot.... ::)
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Prudence on April 21, 2019, 08:39:50 AM
If you buy a Kindle it wont fit into your POCKET.
Plus--why walk around with another device?

Damn...ur really dying to show off your Kangaroo Erurbag huh? The fact that you even have a NAME for it is weird. If I needed a bag to put my shit in, I'd use the Walmart bags I save up for my trash.

Does this fucking look straight to you?
(https://letterstoadyingdream.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/man-purse-2.jpg)
Just cuz you have your "pepper spray" in ur HAND BAG, doesn't make you less gay.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Vince G, CSN MFT on April 21, 2019, 09:34:09 AM
If you buy a Kindle it wont fit into your POCKET.
Plus--why walk around with another device?

Damn...ur really dying to show off your Kangaroo Erurbag huh? The fact that you even have a NAME for it is weird. If I needed a bag to put my shit in, I'd use the Walmart bags I save up for my trash.

Does this fucking look straight to you?
(https://letterstoadyingdream.files.wordpress.com/2010/04/man-purse-2.jpg)
Just cuz you have your "pepper spray" in ur HAND BAG, doesn't make you less gay.


Fits in my gym bag...its for watching movies doing cardio.  If I'm working on the road, I have  Chromebook that I keep in another bag in my car.  Cant work without a full size keyboard
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Henda on April 21, 2019, 11:05:44 AM
Fucking man bag? Wouldn’t be seen dead with a fucker
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: illuminati on April 21, 2019, 11:12:24 AM
Fucking man bag? Wouldn’t be seen dead with a fucker

There’s a Good Reasons for That Henda
1. you’re A Man
2, Very Low Levels of Oestrogen
3, You’re not a queer /f@ggott
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: sarcafago on April 21, 2019, 11:21:31 AM

Fits in my gym bag...its for watching movies doing cardio.  If I'm working on the road, I have  Chromebook that I keep in another bag in my car.  Cant work without a full size keyboard

(https://66.media.tumblr.com/4f425caa3b5119cd2aeac149c5532135/tumblr_pqbpm4vQWv1xiijevo1_1280.jpg)
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Board_SHERIF on April 21, 2019, 12:32:35 PM
After being a dedicated Samsung/Android user I will be moving to an iPhone next. Sick and tired of Samsung crap now - camera is shit and finger/thump swipe just does not work.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Doug_Steele on April 21, 2019, 01:02:18 PM
After being a dedicated Samsung/Android user I will be moving to an iPhone next. Sick and tired of Samsung crap now - camera is shit and finger/thump swipe just does not work.


I could never ever go back to a iPhone because I'm locked into the same fucking thing everyday. I can't do anything with the iPhone and not worth $1,500. I bought the S10+ for $300 and got the Galaxy Buds for free.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: tres_taco_combo on April 21, 2019, 04:13:42 PM
dont peel of the thin plastic screen cover! it is not meant to be taken off!
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Henda on April 22, 2019, 11:20:04 AM
There’s a Good Reasons for That Henda
1. you’re A Man
2, Very Low Levels of Oestrogen
3, You’re not a queer /f@ggott

Haha great summary mate I agree
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: SOMEPARTS on April 22, 2019, 03:04:43 PM
I have a 6s which had a battery issue, so I mailed it to Apple for repairs and replacement.  They sent me a new phone for $29.  Really $2000  ::) .



Same here, great product....bought it the week they came out - replaced battery twice myself and runs great as long as you stop doing the bloated updates. They have only made tiny improvements since this model and mine even uses a regular set of 1/8" plug headphones, haha. Tech is at a plateau as to what is usable so Apple will never sell as many phones as they did in the 4/5/6 era IMO. There were a lot of people replacing phones just because Apple was forcing updates to obsolete models.
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: IroNat on April 22, 2019, 05:17:39 PM
(http://www.chicaandjo.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/rotary_phone_purse_82.jpg)
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: Prudence on April 22, 2019, 05:43:13 PM
(https://cdn-images-1.medium.com/max/1200/1*YGvUUHRQSHxqhX71D39Q8w.png)
Title: Re: New Samsung Galaxy Fold - FLIP PHONE for $2,000
Post by: BayGBM on April 22, 2019, 06:43:26 PM
Samsung Postpones Rollout of Galaxy Fold
By Brian X. Chen and Raymond Zhong

SAN FRANCISCO — For the past decade, smartphones have had practically the same design: a rectangular slab with a touch screen. That’s why gadget enthusiasts were eagerly awaiting the release this week of Samsung’s Galaxy Fold, a smartphone that could be folded or unfolded to decrease or increase its screen size.

Now, they will have to wait longer.

After several tech critics reported last week that their Galaxy Fold devices were malfunctioning, Samsung said on Monday that it would postpone the release of the device, which had been set for Friday. It said a new rollout date would be announced in the coming weeks.

“While many reviewers shared with us the vast potential they see, some also showed us how the device needs further improvements that could ensure the best possible user experience,” Samsung said in a statement.

The issues with the Galaxy Fold, a premium phone priced at nearly $2,000, are another black eye for Samsung, which has developed a reputation for rushing to be first with new innovations at the risk of quality assurance. The company was under scrutiny several years ago when a flagship phone, the Galaxy Note 7, was discontinued after several of the devices spontaneously combusted amid dozens of reports of overheating Note 7 batteries in the United States.

Samsung, which is based in South Korea and the world’s largest handset maker, unveiled details of the Galaxy Fold in February. When folded up, the gadget’s viewable screen measures 4.6 inches. When unfolded, the device has a 7.3-inch display, about the size of a tablet screen.

After the Galaxy Fold was sent to several gadget reviewers last week, one reported that the entire side of the device’s screen died while another said an unusual bulge had appeared inside the screen. One of the devices failed to work entirely.

Samsung had previously said it would continue with its plans to release the Galaxy Fold in the United States this week. On Monday, after further inspection of the faulty devices, the company said some problems could be related to exposed areas of a hinge that allows the device to fold up like a book. In one instance, substances found inside the device affected the screen.

Samsung also said it had postponed two media events that were intended to promote the Galaxy Fold in Shanghai and Hong Kong.

Kyle Wiens, the chief executive of iFixit, a company that offers instructions for repairing devices, said the Galaxy Fold underlined how Samsung kept pushing thinner, flexible screen technologies that did not improve durability. Compared with Apple’s iPhones, recent Galaxy phones are not only more fragile but are more difficult and expensive to repair, he said.

“Samsung across the board does not do a good job at supporting their customers and making it possible for them to repair their phones or screens,” he said. “We should be demanding a repair strategy from Samsung alongside a durability strategy.”