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How are you using your foldable?

At this point, foldables are an established type of smartphone.

Now that the excitement has settled surrounding these undeniably cool devices, do you still think they’re worthwhile? Are you using your foldable in a unique way?

I use Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 3 more than any other of the phones I have at my disposal. Playing games like League of Legends: Wild Rift or reading on a larger screen has been a great experience. In general, I find that I use the larger unfolded display more than the Cover Screen, especially when it comes to writing articles or texting.

However, I  still sometimes like to pull out the smaller display when I’m checking my messages, doing a quick Google search or taking selfies.

I absolutely love using my foldable and I can’t wait to see more of them make their way to Canada. This year we’ll probably see foldable devices from Samsung, a Google Pixel Fold and maybe even TCL.

How do you feel about foldable devices? Let us know in the comments below,

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Android 12L Beta 2 animations reveal more about upcoming foldable Pixel

While previous leaks indicated that Google was cancelling its foldable project, it looks like that isn’t the case after all.

That’s because 9to5Google looked into some animations found in Android 12L Beta 2 update, and some showcased a SIM card going into the device. It looks to have its volume rocker on the handset’s right side, even when unfolded. This is similar to the Z Fold 3 that also features a volume rocker on its right side.

The SIM card tray is placed on the bottom left side of the device when unfolded. This is similar to Oppo’s newly unveiled Find N.

It looks like the Pixel Fold animation shows that the phone will have more of an 8.4:9 aspect ratio that’s more square-like and similar to the Oppo Find N. Previous device leaks made the phone look more 22.5:18 aspect ratio similar to the Z Fold 3.

9to5Google did some measurements and says it believes that the Pixel Fold will sport a 7:8 aspect ratio if the phone still has the rumoured 7.6-inch display.

A previous rumour indicated that Google cancelled its foldable phone due to competition with the Z Fold 3. However, with a different form factor that’s reportedly more suitable for multitasking and app usage, Google might have an edge over the South Korean phone makers.

Source: 9to5Google

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Motorola working on more powerful Razr foldable with improved appearance

Motorola plans to launch a new Razr foldable in 2022 with improved power and a better appearance.

The news comes via a post from Lenovo executive Chen Jin on Weibo (spotted by Android Authority). According to the translated post, the third-gen Razr will likely launch in China first and could sport a tweaked interface.

However, Motorola’s new Razr foldable will need to sport some major improvements if it hopes to compete in the current foldable market. The first Razr launched back in 2019, and the company followed it up with a slightly improved 5G version in 2020. The third-gen Razr will need to go toe-to-toe with devices like Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 3.

It’s worth noting that the original Razr came to Canada significantly later than the American launch, and the 5G version didn’t come to Canada at all. Hopefully, we see the third-gen Razr here, but it may not happen.

Presumably called the Razr 3, Motorola’s upcoming foldable would benefit from a higher-end chipset, bigger battery and a tougher foldable screen. If Motorola pulls off these upgrades, the Razr 3 could be a good option for those looking to buy a foldable.

Source: Android Authority

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Google reportedly ditches its early 2022 foldable Pixel plans

Ross Young, the CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), has offered several important details regarding Google’s rumoured foldable pixel smartphone.

According to Young’s report, Google won’t launch its rumoured foldable Pixel in the first half of 2022 despite what previous rumours indicate. Young says that his sources state Google believed its foldable isn’t currently as competitive as it needs to be, particularly when compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series that dominates the North American and European markets.

The Pixel Fold reportedly offers similar sizing and display specs as the Z Fold 3; however, it reportedly lacks an in-display camera. Additionally, Google’s foldable likely won’t feature the Pixel 6′s new and improved camera sensors and utilizes the shooter featured in the Pixel 5, Pixel 4 and Pixel 3 series (yes, Google used the same sensor for three years). That said, it’s worth noting that Samsung’s Z Fold 3 also utilizes a 12-megapixel sensor that isn’t quite as good as what’s available in its flagship S series.

It’s expected that the first Pixel foldable will run Google’s recently announced Android 12L OS. Android 12L is an Android 12 variant designed specifically for larger screens thanks to its more intuitive multi-tasking and other features.

DSCC’s upcoming ‘Quarterly Foldable/Rollable Display Shipment and Technology Report’ should offer more insight into the foldable smartphone technology that could appear over the next year and possibly even Google’s rumoured foldable pixel.

Source: Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC)

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Google reportedly ditches its early 2022 foldable Pixel plans

Ross Young, the CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), has offered several important details regarding Google’s rumoured foldable pixel smartphone.

According to Young’s report, Google won’t launch its rumoured foldable Pixel in the first half of 2022 despite what previous rumours indicate. Young says that his sources state Google believed its foldable isn’t currently as competitive as it needs to be, particularly when compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series that dominates the North American and European markets.

The Pixel Fold reportedly offers similar sizing and display specs as the Z Fold 3; however, it reportedly lacks an in-display camera. Additionally, Google’s foldable likely won’t feature the Pixel 6′s new and improved camera sensors and utilizes the shooter featured in the Pixel 5, Pixel 4 and Pixel 3 series (yes, Google used the same sensor for three years). That said, it’s worth noting that Samsung’s Z Fold 3 also utilizes a 12-megapixel sensor that isn’t quite as good as what’s available in its flagship S series.

It’s expected that the first Pixel foldable will run Google’s recently announced Android 12L OS. Android 12L is an Android 12 variant designed specifically for larger screens thanks to its more intuitive multi-tasking and other features.

DSCC’s upcoming ‘Quarterly Foldable/Rollable Display Shipment and Technology Report’ should offer more insight into the foldable smartphone technology that could appear over the next year and possibly even Google’s rumoured foldable pixel.

Source: Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC)