BEHOLD, THE NEW SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 4
Foldable smartphones are currently and have been for some time the pinnacle of mobile technology. Given that other players in this market haven’t made any significant moves, Samsung is a name that is synonymous with these devices. When you bring a laptop or tablet to different places, such as on a ship or during your flight to your vacation, it can be a hassle. Do you require a phone that can perform multiple tasks while remaining fast, responsive, efficient, and lag-free while playing your favorite games?
If you answered yes, the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could be the phone for you. Let us look at why.
NEW EXCITING FEATURES:
- The new 50 MP uses “Tetra binning” technology to output photos in 12 megapixels and can increase from two times to a three times telephoto lens.
- Improved ‘Capture Screen Preview’.
- There is a 4 MP under-display camera for video calls and a 10 MP selfie camera.
- Thinner by 0.2mm and more lightweight by 8 grams.
- Improved multi-screen collaboration, Multi-window and App Multiplier features.
- Can shoot up to 4k with 25 frames per second.
FIRST IMPRESSION
Size and Weight
It has come as a surprise that it is lighter than a usual phone, even when it is folded, it can fit in one hand and can weigh less than the usual phone. Though shooting through its normal size can make you nervous, you can fold it halfway and rely on the feature ‘Capture Screen Preview’.
Display
With its 1812 x 2176 pixel resolution, watching your favorite series on the Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 would make you think you are at the cinemas. Unlike its predecessor, Samsung has increased the width of the external display, making it a bit easier to type on, thanks to its 23.1:9 aspect ratio. When unfolded, the internal screen features a 7.6-inch screen size and a 21.6:18 aspect ratio.
Front Camera blends in with the screen, less distractions, more focus.
New application placement at the bottom of the screen or the task bar, it gives off a more professional and almost iPad-ish look to it.
Speed and Responsiveness
When it comes to performance, there are zero compromises. The phone is fast and responsive, powered by the latest processor, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256gb of UFS 3.1 storage.
Speakers
The dual stereo speakers of the phone are loud enough even with all the bustling inside your home or the noise inside your classroom, it is 32-bit/384kHz audio, tuned by AKG.
PROS
- Taskbar update enhances multitasking.
- Upgraded 50MP camera.
- Has flattened aluminum frame which gives a more well-built experience.
- Wider front screen.
CONS
- 4MP Under-display front-camera.
- Thick (when folded) and wider, making it a bit of a hassle to use when taking pictures.
- The crease can still be seen.
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 costs a whopping PHP 98,990. It is available through your local Samsung stores and through online stores nationwide.
