SAMSUNG Galaxy Z Flip 3 5G Cell Phone, Factory Unlocked Android Smartphone, 128GB, Flex Mode, Super Steady Camera, Ultra Compact, US Version, Phantom Black

A superb flip phone at a rather dear price with negligent documentation. The only reason I purchased this phone was for the convenience of being able to place it in a pocket – far easier than the normal 6+ inch long flat device. Battery life is more than adequate for my use – no gaming, no video, etc. There are 2 batteries in this phone with a total rating of 4,082 mA (approximately 4.1 Amps).There is one significant problem with the phone: The documentation (instruction manual) is quite incomplete. It fails to provide details about how to answer an incoming call. . .you’d think this is silly, but you’re wrong! The problem arises when a call arrives and illuminates the entire opened screen, whereupon a green button appears in the lower left corner. IF the Advanced Access menu has been set to ‘answer with a tap’ simply tap. BUT the default is touch & swipe towards the upper right corner. A feature ONLY Samsung has and their manual and the top level ‘tech support’ are not aware of (I spent 45 minutes with the Samsung guy who declared the phone “defective” ) .A 5 star rating IF Samsung would have documented the phone completely OR had well trained tech support.UPDATE – After 1 month’s use: No noticeable crease line at the fold. After setting I adjusted the following: Black screen with white letters / number (this becomes normal when viewing a video) , Maximum battery charge 85% (to provide longer battery life), Disconnect Magnetic charge, Disconnect High speed wired charge. I view only short videos. Talk time per day is 1-2 hours. At the close of the day battery falls from 84% to 40-50%. A very good specialty phone; unless one feels the need for a pocket sized full function smartphone, less expensive options are available.

Wow! This is quite possibly the best smart phone ever made. I have had this phone for about one week now and could not be happier. This is literally the best smart phone I’ve ever owned. It could very well be the category killer that the BlackBerry was, then the iPhone.Let’s start with what’s new. Obviously, the form factor. Folded up, the phone fits in any pocket. Wear jeans? You will no longer have to choose between your phone slipping out of your back pocket or fitting uncomfortably in the front. Phone cases will be a thing of the past, as the clamshell design provides all the protection you need. When closed, you still have access to notifications, your camera, clockface, and more. You will also have a brand new way of using your phone in its “laptop” configuration. Serving as its own stand, you can set your phone on the desk at the perfectly readable angle.What’s the same? Samsung’s state of the art technology. Professional camera controls that Apple can’t emulate. Crystal clear display. Power sharing. When paired with the BlackBerry Launcher, you will have unparalleled power and organization at your fingertips. (iPhone users are stunned when they see my phone in operation). Samsung has retained the fingerprint sensor, moving it from the display to the power button. Great move and still the best way to open your phone when stuck with a mask on. The facial recognition has also improved, so when you aren’t wearing a mask, the phone usually opens almost immediately when you open the cover.Where are the compromises? I have only noticed two. The battery is smaller (by about 20%). I have Qi chargers all over my house and office, and I have a pretty good habit of putting my phone on one when not in use. If you’re still plugging in to charge, you may need to find a different way to manage your charge. (Hint: I keep my old, fully-charged S20 in my backpack and can use that to power share, if needed). Also, there are only two camera lenses instead of three. If you regularly flip between all three lenses, you may feel constrained.

Impressive Technology. I have not purchased a “new” phone in many years. I was waiting for something new instead of a slight upgrade with a high price tag. I have replaced phones with used “newer” phones until now.If you miss the compact nature of the older style flip phones, you will appreciate this design. I watched a lot of YouTube videos before deciding to take the leap and purchase this phone. It was well worth it!I don’t find the line in the middle of the screen to be an issue at all. The hinge is holding up well. Those were my top concerns when making this purchase. My daughter liked my phone so much that she had to have one as a graduation present. I highly recommend!

Screen problems. I really like the Samsung Zflip 3. After 8 months of use, the screen has a line at the bottom approximatly 1 inch from the bottom. The screen makes a cracking noise when opening and closing as if it’s going to split.

Get the fold instead, 2022 and samsung phone with no MicroSD. Battery life is weak, didn’t get mine to play games on it, just liked the style, doesn’t have micro SD slot, so ur stuck with a small amount of storage. the width is smaller than older phones, buy its a bit longer, making it a bur of a pain to use with 1 hand.