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Galaxy Folder 2 Review. The Galaxy Folder is an excellent transition device. It has all of the features from smartphones while also having the flip phone form factor. It brings the best of both worlds and delivers in a great manner.
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@aravindvinayakan 8 месяцев назад

If they released a Galaxy Folder 3, I would buy it in a heartbeat, I'd even switch carriers just to use this phone 😭

@tauqueishachester9844 5 месяцев назад

Who carries this one

@empty_bliss1877 Год назад

I wish they make a new version of this.

@Buddeh23 Год назад

They released a 2021 version with 2GB RAM and 32GB of storage

@keixavauri2277 Год назад

@@Buddeh23 what is it called? Is it called galaxy folder 2 as well? Im planning to buy it but i could only find the 2017 version

@Buddeh23 Год назад

@@keixavauri2277 yes, it’s also called Galaxy Folder2. When searching type in “2021 version.” The model number is SM-G160N.

@stradn_ Год назад

@@Buddeh23 the circle nav button one?

@Buddeh23 Год назад

@@stradn_ yes

@nikose34 Год назад

My uncle still uses it today. The flip mechanism is sturdy, changed battery last year and still goes strong. He doesn’t use internet at all he has thousands of contacts, I made him a google account only to sync if anything happens to the phone to not loose any contacts. He takes good care. Small scratches here and there on the outside corpus but either than that it’s very good. Elderly people don’t have problems with smartphones they just need them to be small in size in order to handle them easily

@carolinew1250 Год назад

what carrier does he use?

@digireyn Год назад

@@carolinew1250 wondering this as well

@sargera1 Год назад

do they make case for this flip phones ( like they did back when nokia flips was hype in 2000s)

@sinoguera Год назад

Would be awesome if Samsung brings this phone back.

@rayvega3163 Год назад

They already did, they made a newer version of it back in 2021. Model name is Samsung Galaxy Folder G160N. Think it runs on Android 11 or 12. And yes, it did have 4G LTE.

@LegendaryMaoMao20 Год назад

YES!!! I was unintentionally waiting for this one, the OG Android flip phone from 2017, quite happy you reviewed it today because I wanted to know how it's been working I'm 2023, like I feel like because it's been 6 years, and it feels like only a few months

@neurobioboy Год назад

That phone was really popular in asia among the elder ones. And I understood why when tried it. Easy, conveniant, and you can close it by closing the lid. So conforting for the elder : no pocket call !

@faustinuskaryadi6610 Год назад

I think only in Mainland China and South Korea. We never got it officially sold in Indonesia.

@sargera1 Год назад

@@faustinuskaryadi6610 SK got the warrior ( S series in folder form lol), Indo never got em by erafone ( but u can get it from abroad lol, make sure 4g compatible with local bandwidth)

@bennguyen1313 11 месяцев назад

Flip-Phone androids have been around for a while, but are generally hard to find. Samsung Galaxy Golden I9235 (2013) , LG Wine Smart LG D486/H410 (2014/2015), Samsung Galaxy Folder G1600 (2016) ZTE Cymbal-T (2016) , Samsung Galaxy Folder 2 (2017) LG Folder 2 (2020) Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 1,3,4,5 (2020,2021,2022,2023)

@Buddeh23 Год назад

There is a 2021 (Korean) variant of this device. It still runs on older Android, but it comes with 32GB of storage and 2GB of RAM. It’s more expensive at $250-$300.

@Minimal_M Год назад

$300 is crazy when you can get an flagship from a few years ago for that price. $50-$99 I could see.

@mxrtemo Год назад

What's the model number for that one?

@Buddeh23 Год назад

@@mxrtemo SM-G160N

@anana4191 Год назад

@@Buddeh23 It works in American phone networks?

@Buddeh23 Год назад

@@anana4191 Apparently it will work on T-Mobile (in certain areas) and T-Mobile only, not including MVNOs. I have Metro and mine only showed "limited service" but I couldn't make any calls/texts, only receive them. I've heard the 2017 variant works unlocked on MVNOs too, but I'm not dropping $150 to find out myself.

@user-ti6ef7jd3l 6 месяцев назад

Thank you for the great video! nice to meet you, My name is Mikan Oshidari（忍足みかん🍊♥）, a Japanese essayist. I am publishing a book called [I want to stop being a slave to my smartphone]. I switched to a flip phone because of my smartphone addiction. It's good for your mental health. Some people say it's strange or that I'm in the minority, but I'm comfortable using a flip phone. But I'm afraid that flip phones will no longer be manufactured or distributed. I think it would be good if the benefits of flip phones were communicated more. Flip phones are necessary for mental health. Thank you for the wonderful video. I hope that your video will help as many people as possible realize the benefits of flipping.

@dominicklennard1943 Год назад

What network are you using this on? DId you have to manually change any APN settings? Trying to set up on mint mobile

@reneeullrich7678 5 месяцев назад

Hey! How are you able to use the keypad? It’s only allowing me to use the touch keyboard, I don’t know how to make the non touch screen keypad to work, it’s only entering numbers!

@Deathksi 4 месяца назад

They need to bring this back and with the phone charm point

@deathsnake1481 5 месяцев назад

Is it like the sharp aquos 601sh? Also can you do a review on the sharp aquos 601sh

@sandi0502 7 месяцев назад

How long does the battery last? Does it charge fast? What about banking apps and Google maps?

@imadahmad4638 Год назад

How about Samsung launching an entry level phone with this flip design (keypad on one side and display on the other) that run on AndroidGo edition. Trust me, it will a good phone with basics covered in the stylish flip form-factor

@MattSteeves Год назад

Hey Jose! Just curious if you are aware of any new dumbphones that are planned to come out this year? I gave up my phone for a year and am now considering a dumbphone, but nothing has sold me yet. So far the Lightphone is the most intriguing, still kind of pricey imo and the coverage in Canada is hit or miss. Maybe a cheap flip phone might be my best option until something new comes out, but anyway appreciate the insight. Thanks!

@JoseBriones Год назад

Many dumbphones coming out this year. AGM M8, Nokia devices, a new model called the Mindful phone, and some more. New doesn't always mean better on the dumbphone space though. Look for a company that gives you support and stick with them. My recommendations are Light Phone, Sunbeam F1, and TCL. They usually update their phones (Light, Sunbeam) or come pretty good already (TCL).

@MattSteeves Год назад

@@JoseBriones Thanks a lot for this Jose... Sounds like a handful of options on the horizon. I might wait it out a bit more and see what comes out, but I really appreciate the help. Lightphone definitely is still at the front of the line for me, Ive been following it for some time and the continuous updates are major plus. Hopefully carriers in Canada support it in the next few months. I also cant see myself using T9 for texting, however that could be a plus, less texting... Anyway, thanks again, I appreciate all your work, you are the foreteller of the dumbphone 🙏

@user-or2zr3qf2c Год назад

Thanks for the review! Do yo happen to know which model numbers are compatible with the T-Mobile network?

@aliceinvideo1and Год назад

Sorry I can help but I’m in the same position. I have the dual SIM 1650 model. Did you get it working?

@b0nkie_ 2 месяца назад

@@aliceinvideo1anddid u try boost?

@aliceinvideo1and 2 месяца назад

@@b0nkie_ it actually won’t work in the USA at all as it only supports AT&T band five and not many AT&T T Towers use band five anymore.

@b0nkie_ 2 месяца назад

@@aliceinvideo1and really??? Oh my goodness ):

@elishateegardin Год назад

T-Mobile said the IMEI for those phones are uncompatble unless their just spewing nonsense

@pocoloco5030 Месяц назад

im able to make and recieve calls on t-mobile, just cant use my data

@nicholaskurzak Год назад

Where did you buy this phone? I bought the black model from ebay but they sent me the gray version 😭

@SoRandom2023 10 месяцев назад

Where can I get this to use in US would it work on tmobile?

@allankvist6741 Год назад

My suggestion is Yingtai F1. I asked them where to buy it, and they were willing to send me 5000 pieces which a little too many. I dont know if its been rebranded somewhere in the world. They sent me spec sheet but it didnt tell the bluetooth version, which is important for me and people with hearing aids for future compatibility. Was 2-4gb plus 8-16gb if I recall corectly. Yeah and clamshell 3.2 inch

@sargera1 Год назад

the design external is cool even a 2780 will blush on it lol ( imagine alcatel got their hands on it and make a better alcatel flip v)

@nikose34 Год назад

Korean 2021 Samsung does it work with EU cell service? Or they use different. My point is that a friend will go to South Korea and I will ask him to bring me one. Will it work in the EU?

@elenahuber7529 Месяц назад

I have an issue with my sim card. I use T-mobile and I'm in the US, but the phone doesn't seem to be picking up the fact that I've put a sim card inside of it. Any tips?

@kathleennaval9949 4 месяца назад

Does anyone know if this phone will still work in the US using TMobile? Or any other carrier?

@purpleatemyrainbow9347 3 месяца назад

I have this but I can’t figure out how to use the keypad for the life of me. I’ve searched everywhere and tried everything but it seems to just not work. Can someone please tell me what I’m supposed to be doing??

@thatbigee7971 9 месяцев назад

Sorry, I'm not sure if you're accepting questions at this time, but is this supported by Metro? And can you still customize ringtones from apps like Zedge while the phone is closed? Thank you.

@JoseBriones 9 месяцев назад

I don't think Metro will support it, but maybe because it's based on T-mobile

@thatbigee7971 9 месяцев назад

@@JoseBriones oh I see, thank you for your response! Your video was more informative than most I've seen based off of this model, I really appreciate it

@walkalongtailucy2156 Месяц назад

Where and how to order. Is this. Still available?? Form india

@beatrizmorente4388 Год назад

Hi! I recently bought this phone and it's currently running on Android 6.0.1, but the interface of yours looks different. May I know if it's running on Android 7 and how you updated it?

@mihneaonofrei6864 Год назад

I'd like to know this too, i have come across some online links that give you android 7 update but I'm not sure if those are healthy to use.

@aliceinvideo1and Год назад

This is the dual SIM 1650 which has Android 7.1.

@othinus 10 месяцев назад

How is the Talkback performance ? i am a visually impaired user whose planning on using this as my primary device .

@JoseBriones 9 месяцев назад

Not perfect, but it's available on the device.

@derpydashdjblazekin 23 дня назад

My two important features I'm wondering about is if it has a MicroSD card slot and headphone jack

@michaellafrance6454 2 дня назад

Can you still get a version of this phone or the CAT S22 in the U.S.?

@rocklover198 6 месяцев назад

Could you tell me if the phone has Bluetooth?

11 месяцев назад

I want this phone to play old java games emulating them with J2me loader, i guess that's possible with this phone?

@kk_goober 8 месяцев назад

Hey I’m sorry, I’m thinking of getting one of these but I’m wondering if this phone accepts Cricket/5g/modern SIM cards? Idk how to word this properly since I’m not well versed in phones but can I take out my iphone sim card and put in this one with no issues? Thanks so much! 🙏🏼

@JoseBriones 8 месяцев назад

It won't work on Cricket. They block phones that are not "authorized." Only T-mobile and subsidiaries of T-mobile and only in certain areas.

@ser777XD 4 дня назад

So my doubt is that people say that the dual sim version comes with android 6 and updates to 7 and the version without the dual sim is stuck in android 6? So if I want this I should get the dual sim version for android 7 can anyone confirm this? Or should I just go for the Lg smart folder that straight up comes with android 7 and it has 3.5 mm jack and the samsundg does not have that, the bad thing is that all those are refurbished and come with a different keyboard made of rubber and the original one was metal/plastic...

@DreamFireNostalgia Год назад

Do you know if this is at&t or virizon compatable? Been looking for "smart" flip phones for a wile but those are my two carrier options were i live

@JoseBriones Год назад

T-mobile only so far. And H20 wireless which is an AT&T MVNO.

@DreamFireNostalgia Год назад

@@JoseBriones bummer. Thanks anyway. Ill keep looking. Glad i found your channel. Really want the Cat 22 but am hesitant to pull the trigger due to the limited carriers here

@JoseBriones Год назад

Check the Xiaomi F21 or Xiaomi F30. If you get the F30 send me an email so I can help you install apps, the F21 installs apps by default with no issues :)

@DreamFireNostalgia Год назад

@@JoseBriones thanks ill look into it!

@20017Alvaro Год назад

Im currently using the Cat S22 on AT&T. It working very good so far

@Saviola15Eredian. 24 дня назад

Can you send me a link how to buy this

@Shellylikescats 29 дней назад

I know it’s been while since this vid. May I ask what plan you had with T-Mobile. I’m trying to leave my iPhone behind when I travel out of state on vacation especially when I visit back home to California (I’ve been robbed before 😢)

@JoseBriones 29 дней назад

Magenta regular is the one I have

@Shellylikescats 29 дней назад

Ok I was looking into their prepaid plans since I would be using it 3-4 months out of the year since I have my main phone line with att. I had seen some people say they had some luck with hello mobile, mint mobile and boost, but I read more people having luck with T-Mobile but I know what works for one person doesn’t work for everyone so I’m researching my options because I stay in California for almost a whole month. Usually when I go to other states it would be for a bout a week or 2.

@allankvist6741 Год назад

Kamera may be better than it seems if the pictures are seen on a good screen/monitor?

@UchihaTokioHotel 11 месяцев назад

Hello! Do you know if the phone has norwegian letters? We have 3 more than the english alpabet. I'm in search of a flip phone, and I am an Samsung lover. This would be a perfect phone for me. Thank You!

@JoseBriones 11 месяцев назад

You can use and install the Norwegian keyboard on this since it runs android.

@UchihaTokioHotel 11 месяцев назад

@@JoseBriones That's great! I didn't think about the Android part. Gives sense. Do you know if snap chat would work?

@kiddingh9874 3 месяца назад

How does maps work on it?

@CombustedLemon 9 месяцев назад

Anyone know if this phone works on verizon?

@I_Am_NiiTA Год назад

I have a Boost Mobile 5g sim. Can I use that for calls and texts?

@JoseBriones Год назад

Probably. But it's not guaranteed to work.

@I_Am_NiiTA Год назад

@@JoseBriones ok thank you! I would like this to be my main phone if I can get it to work but if not I’ll return it or sell it 🤷🏾‍♀️

@W1ldstyl3 2 месяца назад

Anybody know why folder just say pending when download thing?

@user-sr8gu5cz2z 10 месяцев назад

Is the app Gcash compatible with that phone? I want to buy one because I typically don't use my smartphone except for educational purposes and for making payments.

@whimshroud 8 месяцев назад

i'd like to know as well. also, apps like messenger, telegram, etc.

@blzr8 3 месяца назад

Imagine a custom rom for this baby

@dcikaruga Год назад

Some websites say it's Andoird 6.0, is that still usable though? I have a few travel apps I use regularly.

@Buddeh23 Год назад

Depends of which variant you are using. The original 2017 model SM-G1650 runs up to Android 7; the re-released 2021 model SM-G160N (exclusive to Korea) only goes to 6.0.1. I would say that might be useable for some as Samsung chose not to offer a higher software version for the newer device. For me personally, everything works just fine as long as the device is connect to WiFi.

@dcikaruga Год назад

@@Buddeh23 I'm a light user, only essential apps, and hate big phones, really tempted to get one of these, cheaper than the latest foldables as well. Just worried about OS support.

@I_Am_NiiTA Год назад

Boost mobile worked for me

@EllieLewis-cj1sl 3 месяца назад

@@I_Am_NiiTAwhich version do you have cause he has the chinese version 2017 g1650

@villicana89 Месяц назад

Could this work with at&t & nano sim?

@JoseBriones Месяц назад

No. T-Mobile only

@ricardom5662 3 месяца назад

I have a Samsung Galaxy folder 2 SM-G160. What carrier will work with mine can please help I really want to use it.

@ricardom5662 3 месяца назад

I tried to activated though T-Mobile I gave them the IMEI number but it says it not compatible

@s.l.okookie8082 3 месяца назад

I’m also having issues I tried hello mobile an MVNO and it’s saying failed to register to network. Did you ever figure it out?

@adailywalk40 Год назад

I would like to know is Google maps is functional on this device??

@JoseBriones Год назад

No it's not.

@miyu16 Год назад

Can this model use mobile data?

@fernandag9974 Год назад

Yes

@PrincessV95 3 месяца назад

Will this work in America?

@user-ms1nx1vi3d Год назад

My key pad is not working. What i am supposed to do?

@reneeullrich7678 5 месяцев назад

As in the alphanumeric keyboard and not the touch screen? Mines the same, I can’t find how to use the letters and not just numbers

@the_fc4life Год назад

Are there any apps that the phone can't run? Looking for a dumb phone that runs spotify, but not social media/ RU-vid

@JoseBriones Год назад

No. It's up to you to decide what to let in or not in your device.

@moshewinderger8005 Год назад

This phone is still working? It's 4g?

@xnanebblett1371 3 месяца назад

Is it jail broken

@canalsupimpa2024 Год назад

Did he update to this version of Android or did you manually install it from the PC?

@JoseBriones Год назад

It came with it.

@canalsupimpa2024 Год назад

@@JoseBriones oh ok thanks 😁👍🏼

@aafoloumovies Год назад

where I can buy?

@JoseBriones Год назад

Ebay

@alee2303 Год назад

Can you Review " MIVE STYLE FOLDER " its also a flip phone but it comes with 2/32GB and running Android 12 .. I want to see if its good or not . I've been trying to find some reviews of it but to no avail. I can't find even one 😭🥹 .. Please review it as i was contemplating getting that one because it runs ANDROID 12 or this Samsung folder 2 but with Android 6 or 7.1 only .. Please do a unboxing and overall review of it if its good or not 🙏🙏🥹 Thank You

@_Athen 11 месяцев назад

Can you connect earphones to this? If so, how?

@JoseBriones 11 месяцев назад

USB-C

@warrenmcclure7819 9 месяцев назад

Any way to update this to Android 8 or at least 7?

@JoseBriones 9 месяцев назад

Not really. At least I don't think so

@warrenmcclure7819 9 месяцев назад

@@JoseBriones I appreciate it, thank you

@emanuelbenavente3997 2 месяца назад

does it have bluetooth or a jack ? it supports whatsapp ?

@JoseBriones 2 месяца назад

Whatsapp yes. Jack, no.

@tauqueishachester9844 5 месяцев назад

Where can i get this phone my daughter bday gift she love flip phone

@JoseBriones 5 месяцев назад

Aliexpress.

@sardasharma5188 6 месяцев назад

प्राइस क्या है कहां मिलेगा

@jayson2121 8 месяцев назад

where the hell do you buy this

@JoseBriones 8 месяцев назад

AliExpress or eBay

@dreamofmaizie 19 дней назад

pleeeeeeeeease tell me it has a headphone jack 😭😭😭

@JoseBriones 19 дней назад

It doesn't sadly

@dreamofmaizie 19 дней назад

@@JoseBriones I'm going through all the stages of grief right now

@elizabethhardersen9679 Год назад

To infer this phone will be allowed in the United States is wrong. It does not have the primary bands for frequency 700 for any of the service providers. Even T-Mobile has rejected the IMEI. Just because you can make it work, doesn't mean T-Mobile won't kick you off.

@JoseBriones Год назад

That's a fair statement. But it's a very regional thing. The phone does work with TMobile in certain areas but you are correct that it's not super reliable for everyone.

@DonnaMoultonartistry Год назад

@@JoseBriones wait you're still using this phone today in the US on T-mobile?!?! I have one and tried to get sim from AT&T and their tech department told me it wouldn't work on their network 😥