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Gizmodo
3 days ago
- Business
- Gizmodo
Amazon is Going Nuts, Galaxy Z Fold6 Drops to a New All-Time Low ($600 Lower Than Before)
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is Samsung's latest flagship foldable phone and there's currently a promotion that is simply too good to ignore. For the very first time in history, Amazon is offering a huge discount on this premium foldable phone and it has never been cheaper before. The 256GB version which originally retails for $1,899 is available now for just $1,227 which is a whopping $700 less, which translates to a 35% discount. You can also get the 512GB model at $1,149 down from $2,019. See at Amazon This is a record price for this level of device, and keep in mind that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is considered to be the most high-end and premium foldable smartphone currently available. Why Should You Buy That One? Samsung has been the all-time foldable smartphone market leader for years now, and it introduces some great innovations that have served as the industry benchmark ever since. Since other companies like Apple haven't yet entered this arena, Samsung has invested over five years perfecting its foldable technology. And the end result is a phone that is stunning to behold but that is loaded with features and capabilities that push what a smartphone can do. At the center of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is its big, immersive display which is a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main screen with a 2176 x 1812 resolution and a super-smooth 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. It unfolds to deliver a true tablet-like experience which is ideal for productivity and entertainment. The exterior features a 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X cover display for quick access and comfortable one-handed use. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is driven by a lightning-fast Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset which is paired with 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage (though the current Amazon deals highlight the 256/512GB models). The graphics are stunningly realistic and they're powered by the advanced Adreno 740 GPU which is why it has become a top choice among gamers who want to elevate their experience to new heights. But the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is also a smart and intuitive device, thanks to the fusion of sophisticated AI features (Galaxy AI). The Galaxy Z Fold 6 also excels in photography: It boasts a triple rear camera system with a 50MP wide camera with optical image stabilization, a 12MP ultrawide camera with a 123-degree field of view, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. For selfies and video calls, there's a 10MP cover camera and a 4MP under-display camera on the main screen. What's great with this phone is that you can have as many as three windows open simultaneously so you can type documents, text friends, online shop or watch movies on Netflix — all at once. This level of multitasking is not possible with regular phones and makes the Galaxy Z Fold 6 a top pick for a lot of people. The device features a robust 4,400mAh battery with support for fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging and it will last over a day. The current Amazon discount (almost $700 discount on both models) makes this product a great deal if you desire to experience the future of mobile technology. For work, for fun, or for creativity, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 delivers on all fronts. See at Amazon
Phone Arena
6 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Amazon is incredibly selling a 512GB Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 model at a $600 discount
If you're still looking for the best Memorial Day 2025 deal around, fret not, my bargain-hunting friends, as quite possibly the greatest foldable phone money can buy in the US has just dropped to a hard-to-beat price in its most advanced configuration. I'm talking, of course, about the Galaxy Z Fold 6 with 512GB storage, which Amazon is now selling at a huge $600 discount. That's more than what many (non-foldable) handsets typically go for, but because this flexible Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 powerhouse with 7.6 and 6.3-inch screens in tow is normally priced at a whopping $2,019.99, Amazon's latest promo still doesn't make it (conventionally) affordable. 5G, Unlocked, 512GB Storage, 12GB RAM, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor, 7.6-Inch Main Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Display with 2160 x 1856 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, 6.3-Inch Secondary Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Screen with 2376 x 968 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Support, 50 + 10 + 12MP Triple Rear-Facing Camera System, 4MP Under-Display Camera, 10MP Cover Camera, 4,400mAh Battery, Android 15, Galaxy AI, Pink Color, US 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Included Buy at Amazon In case you're wondering, yes, the Z Fold 6 has been marked down even more substantially in the past, but only by third-party Amazon merchants that are not always completely trustworthy. This time around, you're looking at a deal handled and fulfilled by the e-commerce giant itself, which obviously means your deeply discounted mobile device will include a standard 1-year manufacturer warranty valid in the US. Before pulling the trigger, you should also note that the only model available at $600 off its list price comes in a pink hue, which could be a deal breaker for some... and a deal sealer for others. Don't hesitate too much if you're not sure this product is right for you, though, as the unprecedented and potentially unbeatable promotion could well go away in a matter of hours. Possibly, before Memorial Day actually ends. The two 120Hz refresh rate-capable AMOLED displays mentioned above are unsurprisingly highlighted as key selling points in our comprehensive Galaxy Z Fold 6 review from last year, and although the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is all but guaranteed to further expand the screen real estate (both on the inside and outside of the fold), the value proposition here will remain difficult to top. That's because the improved Z Fold 7 is naturally likely to cost a small fortune at launch too and unlikely to receive hefty discounts very quickly. As such, you should probably think long and hard before turning down the rare opportunity to save big on the super-stylish, exquisitely robust, decidedly powerful, and undeniably versatile Z Fold 6 with 512 gigs of local digital hoarding room and a generous 12GB RAM count.
Phone Arena
22-05-2025
- Phone Arena
The best foldable in the world stunned me—until I had to actually use it
Take the excellent Oppo Find N5 as the perfect example. It can easily go toe-to-toe with just about any standard flagship out there in terms of performance, battery life, and camera quality, with the massive added bonus of being a foldable phone hiding away a massive screen on the inside. The reason for that is the unacceptable Color OS skin that sours the experience. Time and time again, different phones have proven one thing to me: you usually pick a phone from the likes of Oppo, Xiaomi, or Vivo for the hardware and the value, not the software. The latter is often the weakest part of the equation and is often sewn with white thread in many areas. Lacking essential features but overdelivering in terms of personalization and customization in order to appear half-decent is often the case with most custom Android skins originating from China. Now don't get me wrong, the Oppo Find N5 is one awesome phone as detailed in our review, objectively outclassing just about any other foldable phone in terms of hardware. It's just that the software doesn't fully live up to the expectations. There's nothing beckoning you to use this interface, you simply learn to live with it and eventually become accustomed to its peculiar oddities. This isn't how things should be. For example, you'd think that a top-notch foldable that costs nearly $2,000 and comes with all the hardware bells and whistles you can think of save for a built-in stylus would let you change the icon layout of your home screen, right? Think again! A 6X4 grid per screen is all you get, an oversight on Oppo's part that brings the Oppo Find N5 down to basic iPhone levels of customization, which isn't a compliment here. Weirdly, the ability to change the grid exists on standard Oppo phones with Color OS 15, so the lack of it here seems deliberate. You'd also assume that you will at least get consistent notification icons, right? Nope, it's only the stock apps that show colored icons in the status bar, while third-party are displayed as white ones. This creates a jarring disparity in the interface. An unappealing mess" Another pet peeve of mine is originality. Not just Oppo, but many other manufacturers to this day are guilty of copying iOS, but somehow it never feels just as good. Oppo here has gone out of its way to emulate the iOS Control Center to the T, with obviously similar volume and brightness sliders, even the flashlight has an identical design here. I'm not telling which one's which Other features copied straight from iOS is Apple's Live Photo functionality, which I absolutely adore. Oppo has developed a similar feature in its Color OS software, which functions pretty much identical, and that's fine. But of all possible design choices, did Oppo really have to go with a nearly 1:1 copy of Apple's original Live Photo interface. I get that the company is trying to sway away iOS users, but does it really have to lose every bit of originality in the pursuit of doing so? You will feel right at home on the Oppo if you love Live Photos as much as I do That said, it's not all bad about the Color OS 15 interface here. There are some very nice exclusive features that I haven't seen elsewhere. For example, did you know that with the switch of a toggle, Color OS will hide away your notifications if its front camera detects another person looking at your phone and not you? That's a cool and mighty useful privacy feature right here. Personalization and customization are strong here, but not as deep as on other custom Android skins like Vivo's Funtouch OS or Xiaomi's HyperOS. In direct comparison between the three, I'd put the Color OS in the last place. Eventually, I guess one would get accustomed to the interface of the Oppo Find N5, but it will probably involve some huffing and puffing in the process.
Phone Arena
20-05-2025
- Phone Arena
The best foldable in the world stunned me until I had to actually use it
Take the excellent Oppo Find N5 as the perfect example. It can easily go toe-to-toe with just about any standard flagship out there in terms of performance, battery life, and camera quality, with the massive added bonus of being a foldable phone hiding away a massive screen on the inside. The reason for that is the unacceptable Color OS skin that sours the experience. Time and time again, different phones have proven one thing to me: you usually pick a phone from the likes of Oppo, Xiaomi, or Vivo for the hardware and the value, not the software. The latter is often the weakest part of the equation and is often sewn with white thread in many areas. Lacking essential features but overdelivering in terms of personalization and customization in order to appear half-decent is often the case with most custom Android skins originating from China. Now don't get me wrong, the Oppo Find N5 is one awesome phone as detailed in our review, objectively outclassing just about any other foldable phone in terms of hardware. It's just that the software doesn't fully live up to the expectations. There's nothing beckoning you to use this interface, you simply learn to live with it and eventually become accustomed to its peculiar oddities. This isn't how things should be. For example, you'd think that a top-notch foldable that costs nearly $2,000 and comes with all the hardware bells and whistles you can think of save for a built-in stylus would let you change the icon layout of your home screen, right? Think again! A 6X4 grid per screen is all you get, an oversight on Oppo's part that brings the Oppo Find N5 down to basic iPhone levels of customization, which isn't a compliment here. Weirdly, the ability to change the grid exists on standard Oppo phones with Color OS 15, so the lack of it here seems deliberate. You'd also assume that you will at least get consistent notification icons, right? Nope, it's only the stock apps that show colored icons in the status bar, while third-party are displayed as white ones. This creates a jarring disparity in the interface. An unappealing mess" Another pet peeve of mine is originality. Not just Oppo, but many other manufacturers to this day are guilty of copying iOS, but somehow it never feels just as good. Oppo here has gone out of its way to emulate the iOS Control Center to the T, with obviously similar volume and brightness sliders, even the flashlight has an identical design here. I'm not telling which one's which Other features copied straight from iOS is Apple's Live Photo functionality, which I absolutely adore. Oppo has developed a similar feature in its Color OS software, which functions pretty much identical, and that's fine. But of all possible design choices, did Oppo really have to go with a nearly 1:1 copy of Apple's original Live Photo interface. I get that the company is trying to sway away iOS users, but does it really have to lose every bit of originality in the pursuit of doing so? You will feel right at home on the Oppo if you love Live Photos as much as I do That said, it's not all bad about the Color OS 15 interface here. There are some very nice exclusive features that I haven't seen elsewhere. For example, did you know that with the switch of a toggle, Color OS will hide away your notifications if its front camera detects another person looking at your phone and not you? That's a cool and mighty useful privacy feature right here. Personalization and customization are strong here, but not as deep as on other custom Android skins like Vivo's Funtouch OS or Xiaomi's HyperOS. In direct comparison between the three, I'd put the Color OS in the last place. Eventually, I guess one would get accustomed to the interface of the Oppo Find N5, but it will probably involve some huffing and puffing in the process.
Android Authority
20-05-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Save $300 on the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Are you looking for a foldable phone? The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 are your best bets. Today, we're highlighting Google's device, which is currently discounted to $1499, saving you $300. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is also on sale, but it is slightly more expensive. Keep reading to learn more about that deal. Buy the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold for $1,499 ($300 off) This offer is available from Amazon. It is a 'limited time deal,' so we're not sure how long the discount will be available. Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold The Fold goes Pro. The Pixel 9 Pro Fold is Google's most impressive foldable to date, offering a 6.3-inch exterior display, 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. When you're ready for more, unfold to access the 8-inch interior display. Solid cameras, a decent battery, and top-notch software support round out this monster of a device. See price at Amazon Save $300.00 As already mentioned, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold is among the best foldable phones around. It offers a great experience all around, starting with the great performance, thanks to its Google Tensor G4 processor and 16GB of RAM. The chip still runs a bit hot, but it isn't as bad as previous generations, and it can definitely perform. The 16GB of RAM gives it plenty of multitasking power, but the internal display is even more important in this department. Unfold it and you'll meet a large 8.0-inch LTPO OLED screen with a 2,152 x 2,076 resolution. It touts a 120Hz refresh rate. For the times when you don't need the extra screen real estate or prefer saving battery power, there's also the external 6.3-inch screen. C. Scott Brown / Android Authority The handset follows a similar design language to the rest of the Pixel 9 series, save for the folding mechanism. It looks and feels great. It's also made of an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass Victus 2. And while it has no dust protection, you get an IPX8 rating, so it has excellent protection against liquids. We can confirm that the battery can last a full day without reaching for an outlet despite the smaller 4,650mAh battery. You'll also get that seven-year update promise that Google is so popular for. We wish the camera and charging speeds were as good as the rest of the Pixel 9 series, especially considering the phone's much higher price point. These are still decent, though, and we're sure engineering a foldable phone has its challenges, so some sacrifices had to be made. Extra deal: Save $350 on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Thinner, lighter, and more powerful than ever. With a focus on refinement over previous generation Fold phones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 rocks a 6.3-inch cover screen, a 7.6-inch, 20.9:18, 120Hz AMOLED folding display, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform for Galaxy chipset, a 50MP camera, 12GB of RAM, and up to 1TB of internal storage. See price at Samsung Save $350.00 If you're more of a Samsung fan, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is also on sale, but for $1,549.99. Is it worth the extra $50.99? Well, it is actually a bigger $350 discount. The Samsung foldable's retail price is higher at $1,899.99, so you're technically catching a bigger discount. Some might also argue that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is better. For starters, we know many of you prefer Samsung's designs. This phone is sleek, with an aluminum frame and outstanding aesthetics. It also gets a higher IP48 rating, giving it more protection against solids like dust. Performance won't be an issue with this phone, either. It has a potent Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. While it has less RAM, at 12GB, that is enough for most users. It is definitely a factor to consider, though. If you're a beastly multitasker, you might want to opt for the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold instead. Ryan Whitwam / Android Authority The external display is also a bit smaller at 7.6 inches, but it does have a really nice LTPO AMOLED 2X panel with a 2,160 x 1,856 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The external display measures 6.3 inches diagonally, so it is the same. Similarly to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, the camera isn't as impressive, but it is decent. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 also lasts about a full day per charge. And while some complain about the 25W wired charging, that is actually a bit faster than Google's 21W. At least it still gets a seven-year update promise, though. Samsung is actually the only manufacturer that matches Google in this regard. Regardless of which phone you decide to get, you should probably take advantage of this deal sooner rather than later. These deals don't often last very long. You can also take a look at some alternatives in our list of the best foldable phones, if you want to consider other great options.
