This Foldable is DIFFERENT! - Huawei XS 2 Fold
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This video presents a hands-on look at the Huawei XS 2 Fold, a foldable device that reverses the common folding pattern by keeping the display on the outside when folded. The host discusses the box contents, the included case, and the mechanics of opening and locking the device, noting the Falcon hinge and the unique external screen behavior. He shares early impressions on design, weight, and button placement, highlighting how the device feels lighter and thinner than some competitors, yet with compromises like the battery life and limited Google services. Throughout the unboxing and first impressions, the host contrasts this Huawei model with the more mainstream Samsung Flip style, arguing that the XS 2 Fold offers a sleeker aesthetic and a more dramatic unfolding action, while acknowledging that the form factor alone does not guarantee broader appeal or practicality. He also reveals practical considerations, such as how the device fits in a pocket when unfolded and how the hinge design influences everyday usage, like typing and multi-window multitasking. In addition to hardware, the video covers the software experience, HarmonyOS on Android land, explaining app availability challenges, side-loading, and the overall user interface feel compared to iOS and Android ecosystems. The host tests media capabilities by evaluating speakers, camera configurations, and the convenience of the rear display for selfies, concluding that while the camera performance is respectable, the battery life and global availability limitations dampen the overall value proposition. The wrap-up weighs the device’s premium build against its real-world practicality, ultimately suggesting that the Huawei XS 2 Fold may appeal to niche buyers or Huawei enthusiasts more than to the broad foldable market, and it questions whether this particular design is ready for a wider audience right now.
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Questions answered
- What makes the Huawei XS 2 Fold's folding mechanism different from other foldables?
- The XS 2 Fold uses a Falcon hinge with the display on the outside when folded, unlike many competitors where the screen stays inside.
- Does the device run Google services and how does that affect usability in the West?
- No, it does not come with Google services, and users may have to rely on side-loading apps, which often work imperfectly due to OS differences.
- How is the battery life for real-world use?
- Battery life is described as not very strong, with reports of around four and a half hours in some scenarios, though charging is fast.