Ask HN: Would you buy a foldable phone?
Foldable phones are going to hit the market. Do we really need such expensive foldable phones? No, for several reasons. The main one is that I don't really see the need for such a large screen and it will likely be less convenient to carry in my pocket and hold in my hand. Then there is the expensive price tag which, given I live in a city plagued by pickpockets, isn't appealing either. Finally, as I only use my phone for Spotify, Facebook, Whatsapp, Netflix and taking photos, all of the stuff around improved gaming etc. doesn't appeal to me at all. I guess some people will buy them - perhaps it could act as a replacement for a tablet? Filling the role of both tablet and phone. But to be honest, it just seems like innovation for its own sake - desperately clutching at straws in an increasingly saturated market. What if it comes budget friendly? would you recommend it?