Each to their phone

These five handsets all offer something a bit different, but can 2020’s odd squad lure you away from the status quo?

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Price ₹1,08,999 / samsung.com/in

What’s the story? All foldable phones so far have been a bit fragile, but Samsung is gunning for mainstream glory with its latest take on the trend, the Z Flip. This clamshell seems robust, shiny and capable on first inspection, with fewer compromises than the Motorola Razr; but are we still convinced after living with it for a week?

Is it any good? Yes, the Galaxy Z Flip is our top foldable pick. Its screen isn’t so exposed as those of its rivals, and is therefore less prone to damage, while, the Gorilla Glass on the outside is as hardy as we need it to be. The OLED display puts it on a par with the current iPhones for clarity and HDR credentials, although its hinge results in the most pronounced crease of all the foldables.

Cameras are a solid 8/10: nothing sensational, but reliable. There’s the same 12MP main lens from the Galaxy S10, only without any dual-aperture witchcraft; it’s joined by a 12MP ultra-wide, and the same 10MP selfie-cam found on the S20. Overall, pictures look mighty, with great clarity and dynamic range, plus it can shoot 4K at up to 60fps.

The Android experience is virtually identical to the S20’s. If you’re sold into Samsung’s ecosystem, it’s a dream. If not, prepare to ignore a few of the UI elements.

Denne historien er fra August 2020-utgaven av Stuff India.

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