Another year, another foldable that costs more than a used Honda Civic.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6 just landed, and the internet is already split between "this changes everything" and "who is actually buying this?" I spent two weeks living with the thing, and I have THOUGHTS.
Let's start with the obvious: YES, it's gorgeous.
The new squared-off edges make it look like a tiny briefcase for your crypto portfolio.
The outer screen finally got wider, which means you can actually type a text message without feeling like you're playing Jenga with your thumbs.
But here's the thing that nobody on YouTube is screaming about: THE CREASE IS STILL THERE.
But run your finger across the middle and you'll feel that little valley every single time.
I want a glass slab so smooth my fingerprint slides off it like a kid on a water slide.
Not terrible. "Fine." That's what you get for nearly two grand in 2024 — a phone that dies at 9 PM instead of 7 PM.
The cameras are great, the multitasking is genuinely useful if you're the kind of person who edits spreadsheets on a subway, and the hinge feels like it could survive a nuclear apocalypse.
But let's talk about who this is REALLY for.
It's for the guy on the plane in seat 3A who wants everyone to see him unfolding a tablet like he's revealing the secrets of the universe.
A conversation starter that costs more than most people's rent.
OnePlus and Google are selling foldables that do 90% of what this does for hundreds less.
Samsung is coasting on brand loyalty, and honestly, they know it.
If you have $1,900 burning a hole in your pocket and you genuinely need a tablet that fits in your jeans, sure.
But if you're on the fence, wait six months.
Or better yet — buy a regular phone and a tablet and keep $600 in your pocket. **The Verdict:** Impressive engineering, ridiculous price, and a crease that refuses to die.
Final Thoughts
The Fold 6 is the best foldable Samsung has ever made — and still not worth the money for most Americans.