Top 5 foldables of 2024!

Who’s making waves in the world of foldables – OnePlus, Samsung, Vivo, Google or Xiaomi?

Vidita Chandra 9 Aug 2024 01:58 PM

Foldable phones are all the rage, yes, even in 2024, turning heads and breaking banks (of course). But one thing we, at Stuff, believe in is that foldable smartphones shouldn't just be about — folding flat and opening with barely a hint of a crease, instead they should be about bending the rules of what a smartphone can be. It should combine the best of both worlds, functioning as two devices in one, where the whole should truly be greater than the sum of its parts. 

So, as usual, we have done the heavy lifting and rounded up the best foldable phones currently on the market, along with the most anticipated ones coming soon. Have a look.

1) OnePlus Open Apex Edition | ₹1,49,999

Our top pick from last year remains a standout in 2024. The OnePlus Open’s seamless blend of software intelligence and hardware prowess continues to impress even with the Apex Edition. The OnePlus Open Apex Edition is essentially the same as the original but with a fresh coat of paint and a new dedicated security chip. This chip introduces VIP Mode, which blocks all camera and microphone access across the device, ensuring privacy. You can activate VIP Mode by sliding the Alert Slider to the top, now with an orange accent to match the Crimson Shadow color scheme. For a detailed review, click here

2) Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 | ₹1,76,999

Next up is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. While the Galaxy Z Fold series shares the iPhone's reputation for minimal visual changes between generations, those subtle tweaks add up to significant improvements when you start using the device daily. If you're a fan of the book-style foldable, the Z Fold 6 offers a more manageable experience than its predecessor. Samsung has also boosted the phone's durability, enhancing its water and dust resistance with an IP48 rating. Check out our first impressions of the device here

3) Vivo X Fold3 Pro | ₹1,59,999

After a long wait, Vivo has finally stepped into the foldable arena with the X Fold3 Pro. This premium device fully embraces the smartphone-to-tablet form factor, featuring several industry "firsts" and "bests". It’s also a powerhouse on the spec sheet when it comes to the processor and camera, thus promising a no-holds-barred folding smartphone experience. Is this the folding smartphone to look out for in 2024? Find out in this review

 

Upcoming

4) Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | tba

There's significant buzz around the upcoming Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold which is expected to make its debut at the Made by Google 2024 event scheduled for August 13. It is already shaping up to be a standout, rumoured to be slimmer than its predecessors. Leaked images reveal the device in Obsidian and Porcelain, showcasing taller screens with the signature camera housing. Notably, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is expected to outshine its rivals with a peak brightness of up to 2,700 nits (though some sources suggest 1,600 nits for HDR) and a robust 4,650 mAh battery, outlasting the Galaxy Z Fold 6. Additionally, it may come with a Gemini Advanced subscription and be the first to feature Gemini Nano with Multimodality, promising a truly "magical" experience as teased by Google. You can read more about it here

5) Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 | tba

Xiaomi has announced the Mix Fold 4 launch in China already. Big question – when its coming to India? Well, we’ll have to wait and see, after all, good things come to those who wait! The foldable, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, is said to be thin and light, weighing 226 grams and measuring 9.47mm, offering a regular smartphone feel. And, with a Leica-engineered camera system and a robust battery supporting fast wired and wireless charging, the Mix Fold 4 aims to stand out in the competitive foldable market. You can read more about it here