Vivo’s X Fold 6 accidentally feels like a throwback
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It's a quirk of the release calendar that when Vivo's X Fold 6 launched in China this June, it was just another foldable. Now that it's ready for its global release, the size and aspect ratio feel oddly old-fashioned. The X Fold 6 is much the same size as Vivo's previous foldables, and most other […
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A hi-fi listening room with a vintage stereo system and a group of audiophiles gathered around, examining an old-school flip phone laid out on a polished wooden table.
Caption: Looks like Vivo's X Fold 6 is more retro than we thought.
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Based on the original story on theverge.com.
Editor's note
The Vivo X Fold 6's arrival on the global stage feels like stepping back in time, especially when compared to the sleeker, more compact designs we've seen from other manufacturers. Its larger size and aspect ratio remind us that, in the fast-paced world of tech, sometimes a late arrival can feel like a step back, even if the device itself offers solid features and performance.
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Panel 1
*Inside Alex's cluttered home office, filled with wires, gadgets, and a giant bookshelf of tech magazines. Alex is holding a sleek but bulky new phone, looking confused.*
Alex: So, this is the new X Fold 6. Why does it feel like I'm about to open a flip phone from the '90s?
Panel 2
*Sam is sitting across from Alex, leaning back in a chair, arms crossed, looking skeptical.*
Sam: It's because everyone else is making foldables that are slimmer and more like tablets. Ours is still a dinosaur compared to the latest models.
Panel 3
*Robin bursts in, holding a poster-sized chart comparing various foldable phones. Robin’s eyes light up as they spot something interesting.* *Alex and Sam share a bemused smile, shaking their heads.*
Robin: Wait, Alex! You know what's cool about your dinosaur? It's practically the same size as phones from the early 2000s. You're a throwback to the glory days of brick phones!
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