Seven Years of Foldables: How Far Have Foldable Phones Come and Who Are They For?

This presentation explores how foldable smartphones have evolved over seven years and whether they now appeal to a broader audience beyond tech enthusiasts. It focuses on hands-on impressions of a new foldable device alongside software-side improvements that support the overall experience.

- Hands-on feel and portability of the new foldable device, and how it fits everyday situations
- How early foldable models were positioned, and how the new version compares to them
- Broader industry context: manufacturers that followed the path opened by this device
- Display improvements: screen-to-body ratio, reduced bezel and crease, higher brightness, slimmer profile
- Software side: continued improvements to Smart Switch for transferring data between devices
- Open question: whether foldables have moved past the enthusiast niche and suit everyone

This is useful for anyone considering a foldable phone or following the smartphone industry, offering a concise look at what changed in both hardware and data-transfer software. Use it to gauge where foldables stand today, then compare current models and pricing before deciding on a purchase.