As our work becomes more flexible and mobile, so is the interest in devices that support the "work from anywhere" style. And one of them is Samsung's new foldable smartphone Galaxy From Fold4. Here are 5 tips to make the most of it to increase your (and not only) work productivity.
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Do more with a wider display and a lighter phone
The fourth Fold, despite being slightly wider (but also smaller) is still as compact as its predecessors, and also weighs less and has a thinner hinge and bezels. When unfolded, its even wider display offers an immersive experience that can turn your current surroundings into a workspace anytime, anywhere.
Thanks to the 7,6-inch screen, you can comfortably edit documents full of text. As with a small tablet, you can handle a number of different tasks with the new Fold that are more complex than just reading or sending e-mails.
The phone's external display has also been expanded to make it even more comfortable to use. Its width has increased while its length has decreased, so the aspect ratio is similar to that of regular smartphones. In addition, the device has become thinner when folded, which contributes to a better grip. Thanks to the larger width, you can comfortably enjoy most functions, such as typing or watching videos, without opening the phone.
Work efficiently from anywhere with enhanced multitasking capabilities
The multitasking functions of the Fold 4 have been greatly improved. Along with the wider screen, the new taskbar and Multi window feature help you to do remote work quickly and efficiently - just like using a laptop. The main panel looks and functions like the one you are used to seeing on a computer. You can add frequently used apps to it, and it will also display all apps saved as favorites.
You can take full advantage of the wider display using the mentioned Multi window function, which allows you to display up to three windows on it at the same time. If you want to open another app while using another, simply drag it from the taskbar to the side or to the top or bottom of the screen. You can also easily switch screens between applications or change the screen layout using the intuitive user interface.
If you have a mix of apps that you use together frequently, the app pairing feature can save you time. With it, you can save up to three applications as one group to the main panel. This feature saves you the trouble of having to launch individual apps and view each one on a split screen.
Get the most out of work and play from every angle
Like the Flip4, the Fold4 has a Flex mode that lets you get the most out of it from every angle. For example, by using the multitasking features, you can run multiple applications at the same time. You can use one window of the screen for a video call and another for taking notes while you review the materials of the work meeting.
A break is just as important as efficient work. At such a moment, try to turn the screen full of work applications and watch a video on the external display to relax a little. With thin bezels and an aspect ratio optimized for external display, you can have an unexpectedly deep video viewing experience. With Flex mode, you can customize your Fold to best suit any situation.
Use the S Pen for faster and more accurate work
With the S Pen stylus for Fold4, you can precisely control your mobile device as if you were working with a computer mouse. You can take notes on the large display as comfortably as on a tablet, and you can also quickly copy and paste text, links or photos.
Capture work, play and everything in between
The various functions of the new Fold stand out both at work and outside. During your break, for example, you can enjoy watching videos or playing games on a large, immersive display that brings your content to life. Small but important details like the under-display camera help minimize distractions and allow you to fully immerse yourself in the game.
In addition, you can take advantage of the large display when taking pictures. A larger image sensor and improved resolution enable high-quality photography day and night. By turning on the Cover Screen preview function, the portrait can simultaneously check the preview on the external display, while the Capture View function allows you to review the images taken while using the camera.
Another major feature that uses Capture View is the Zoom Map. One with a larger "zoom map" that automatically activates in the Capture View area when the rear camera is zoomed in 20x or more, allowing you to compare the zoomed-in and original image side-by-side. Locating an object is usually difficult when zooming in, as the quality decreases and small movements make the camera look very shaky. However, the larger zoom map makes it quick and easy to locate your subject and capture the perfect shot.
I still don't see a single reason to buy a bendable/foldable phone. The only benefit it really brings is a larger display. But at the cost of twice the thickness, heavy weight, greater susceptibility to damage, lower water resistance, higher price, the need to keep taking the phone apart otherwise it feels like a brick (at least to me)... I still see the foldable phone trend as just a desperate attempt by manufacturers to increase phone sales.. bought a foldable phone, so it would be necessary to pick up a lot of technological solutions that are not physically possible these days..
Thanks for the great reasoning 😂