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DESIGN: Ergonomics (In-Hand Feel)

Please, no "that's what she said" jokes. Rate this thread to express how you think the Note5 feels in-hand. A higher rating indicates that it's comfortable to hold for long periods of time, even in one hand.
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The glass back gets straight up gross if you're using it for long periods of time. I got a dbrand skin, though (just the matte white) and it's 10x better in terms of feel, plus it no longer attracts fingerprints. Also, with a skin, I don't have to worry as much about shattering the back glass. It's not as good as a case, but it's much more minimal.

I use a case for my Note 5 because its glass after all, but I must say this Note 5 seems less wider than the previous note which is more important in the hand than the screen size. If I cant hold a phone in one hand and have to worried about it dropping all the time then I will not get it.

i don have it yet but i checked it in the market few days ago
it s really the most beautiful phone i have ever seen
maybe not the most comfortable But i will put case anyway to fit in my hand better
it s really looks premium

I installed slickwraps black skin at the back, front and sides. The only con is when you want to put the device in a case you have to be careful not to peel the side skin off and some cases peel off the front.
On the other hand i agree with @svetius to protect all over the devices including camera lens

I'm anxiously waiting for my D-brand skin to cover the back. Yes, the device is gorgeous and has exceptional build quality... but it's a slippery mess in warm climates. Where I live, high humidity means you always have slightly humid hands. The device becomes extremely slippery in this situation. It doesn't help that the device also has some noticeable heat when operating in these hot temperatures.

The all Glass and metal body Feel awesome, for like 30 mins. I work on the diesel engines and I can't really enjoy the sexay feel all the time. Only when I go to church when I don't need a case for my phone. But it feels slippery after awhile in your hand. Too bad, the price of having sexay looks with metal and glass. The slippery fingers and hands is real. But I dont' care, it still dead sexay.

Have been a Note user since the 1st model upto date. Have gone astray lol, HTC, Sony, Nexus & Apple, even BlackBerry. But i have always come back to Samsung, and specially the Note series. The new design is awesome but the curve back sucks. Its too slippery. Since the bezels are slim there is no grip. Even though i have large hands still its difficult to grip this baby. And handling the phone in bed while lied down is a nightmare. I hope one day soon Samsung will go Nexus 6P like design, front glass with slim bezels and the back to be fully metal.

malakalofung said:
Have been a Note user since the 1st model upto date. Have gone astray lol, HTC, Sony, Nexus & Apple, even BlackBerry. But i have always come back to Samsung, and specially the Note series. The new design is awesome but the curve back sucks. Its too slippery. Since the bezels are slim there is no grip. Even though i have large hands still its difficult to grip this baby. And handling the phone in bed while lied down is a nightmare. I hope one day soon Samsung will go Nexus 6P like design, front glass with slim bezels and the back to be fully metal.
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Yes, I know exactly what you mean. After 9 months of having this phone, still can't help but feel left out. The note 5 between the 4 and the 7 was like the step child that know one cared about. I know that's a horrible example, but it's true. But I don't care what the haters say. It's a darn right beautiful device. Using it with out a case is almost impossible like you said, cause the nice clear glass is WAY TO SLIPPERY. But I still love this phone. By Next year November, I'll be available for upgrade and maybe, just maybe the note 8 will be a fantastic phone. If not, than the note 7 edge will be on sale

Ergonomics (in-hand feel)

Please, no "that's what she said" jokes. Rate this thread to express how you think the Moto X4 feels in-hand. A higher rating indicates that it's comfortable to hold for long periods of time, even in one hand. Resist the urge to say "TWSS" just now. Seriously.
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Moto has totally figured out ergonomics. Rounded corners and back. Feels nice and steady in the hand.

Agreed, although I wish it had the fingerprint sensor on the back like my Nexus 5X. Also the weight is both reassuring and a little annoying. Weight for weights sake.

The rounded corners are very comfortable, and the smooth shiney back is actually more grippy than I would have thought. Fingerprint reader on the front is a little weird, as I have to shift the phone's center weight in my hand to reach the sensor with my thumb, but it's not that bad. It definitely feels very "dense" meaning it's weight is very well spaced out thru the device and it feels good to hold. The only sharp edges are on the camera bump, which I'm a little nervous about damaging as it's so prominent (but I also worry about that with every phone, so that's not exactly unique to this model).

I love how it feels in the hand made me sad to put a case on it. The way this phone feels reminds of the iPhone 7 especially around the edges.
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I just bought this phone last night and all I can say is that the build quality and in-hand feel is amazing.
But to compare it with HTC 10 with similar body, it feels bulky since the back isn't tapered.
Only if Lenovo decided to put a flagship processor coz everything about this phone is already highend.
Mine is the 4gb/64gb dual sim variant.

i bought this phone just because of the ergonomics! i'm so in love right now! if there's anything were to happen to my moto x4 right now... i don't know what i would do to that person who did it haha! that's how much i'm obsessed right now!

Amazing phone. Dope design and look. However it is somewhat slippery and sliding. I'll have to put on a case, even if I do not want it. Eye catching device.

It’s a little too wide, especially after putting a case on. The width also exaggerates the weight of it. The shape is nice and comfortable. Just not ‘4.7” iPhone’ comfortable. I think 4.7-5” would’ve been good, and brought the weight down too. .

It has good ergonomics and the back isn't slippery (although the sides are). I also like the placement of the fingerprint sensor, as I unlock a lot the phone while it's laying on a desk (plus, One button nav ftw).
But the weight is too much on the heavy side for me. With case it becomes exhausting to hold for long periods. But it makes the phone feel more premium (which is not something I really care for).
It's also very very fragile. I wouldn't use it without a case.

Slippery slope. I always fear that it slips outta my hands, and it has glass body so....

Organics said:
Slippery slope. I always fear that it slips outta my hands, and it has glass body so....
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Been very happy with this case, as it doesn't add any bulk, and it won't slip out of your hand.
Anccer Moto X4 Case [Colorful Series] [Ultra-Thin] [Anti-Drop] Premium Material Slim Full Protection Cover for Motorala X4 2017 (Smooth Blue) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077G1PD6T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_F-gbCbR5WRAEW

jhedfors said:
Been very happy with this case, as it doesn't add any bulk, and it won't slip out of your hand.
Anccer Moto X4 Case [Colorful Series] [Ultra-Thin] [Anti-Drop] Premium Material Slim Full Protection Cover for Motorala X4 2017 (Smooth Blue) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077G1PD6T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_F-gbCbR5WRAEW
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Thanks man! I'll try it out. Just one question, does it effectively protect the camera lens?

Organics said:
Thanks man! I'll try it out. Just one question, does it effectively protect the camera lens?
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Yes, there is a raised edge/ring around the lens.

jhedfors said:
Yes, there is a raised edge/ring around the lens.
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Great. Thanks man, have a nice one

It is average. I have small, danty hands and prefer my work IPhone S as the perfect size - my thumb can reach everything. On the X4, there are times where I can't reach and either strain my hand or have to change holding positions.
One of the reasons I chose the X4 was because it was about the same size as my old, beloved S5. I do not intend to ever buy a larger one.

For what it's worth, the build quality is really impressive. I have a black x4 and everything about it screams a million bucks. Those with any knowledge of what a premium phone should look and feel like will appreciate this phone. Sturdy, beautiful and perfect for someone who's not into the whole big phones hype. Finger print sensor on the back would have been a bit better since the bottom bezel could then have potentially housed another speaker but one shouldn't be too greedy. Overall, this build quality beats anything in the updated price range that it's selling for now. Maybe something like the Nokia phones could come close but nothing else.

Ergonomics (in-hand feel)

Please, no "that's what she said" jokes. Rate this thread to express how you think the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip feels in-hand. A higher rating indicates that it's comfortable to hold for long periods of time, even in one hand. Resist the urge to say "TWSS" just now. Seriously.
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Considering the unusual form factor of this device, it's very well balanced. It's a tall boi with a slightly strange 2636 x 1080 resolution (21.9:9 aspect ratio) but you quickly get used to it and most apps actually make a lot of sense being tall.
The battery is actually batteries, being split between the top and bottom sections. This means the weight is natural and balanced so single handed use is perfectly possible, especially if you use Samsung's single handed mode.

I would like to preface this by saying that this comes from the perspective of someone with little tiny baby hands. With that out of the way, I can safely say that the feel of the phone in hand is excellent. The metal and glass construction makes the phone feel robust, though the phone is a bit on the slippery side. Every time I've used it, I felt as though the Flip would be better with a textured satin or some matte glass finish, which is why I ordered a Dbrand skin for the phone. The most surprising thing about the phone's ergonomics was how easy it was to access all of the buttons. Even with my tiny hands, reaching all the buttons or performing fingerprint scanner gestures—which makes the ergonomics of the phone even better imo—was a breeze, and so was flipping it open and closed with one hand. What really makes using the phone for hours on end comfortable, though, is the fact that the top and bottom are separated by a hinge, which makes the phone feel cool even during load (though maybe I'm just being extra about that, idk).
For day-to-day use, the 21.9:9 display ratio wasn't that hard to adjust to, but I did have to make some significant hand adjustment to reach the top corners of the device. The one-handed mode does help with that, though.
TL;DR:
This phone feels great in the hand, but they should make it less slippery next time.

On the topic of in-hand feel, the slippery case it came with came loose like a bar of soap and broke my screen. Already had to pay a deductible to replace my device. Definitely get a grippier case. Also, I had to go with a tall keyboard because of the aspect ratio of the phone. Otherwise, I honestly love it, just so bummed about the case and already needing a replacement phone.

Necroing this as i got my flip about two weeks ago.
Im a tall guy, around 6.6ft /2m with fairly large hands.
With mine phone came jet black rubbery case free of charge with sellers note "never take it out of the case."
It was a nice gesture, but i thought "theres no chance its THAT bad."
Few hours that i used the phone without the case was funny, like possessed bar of soap. Its super slippery, it literally slipped out of my hands and straight on my bed two times and phone is "moving" (sliding) constantly, even if theres smallest unbalanced surface even on clothy surfaces.
So, with this phone a good rubbery case is a MUST if you want your phone to last.
Metal, chunky bezels make phone look more premium that usual, but also gives false illusion of security, which is actually not there.
Display is nice, comming from iPhone i think is brighter and has better color quality, tho this is subjective.
Display is also squishy, mine already has small dent in where my keyboard is from typing.
I was unfortunate enough that my came with protective screen being damaged, it glued off and fold in a opposite way from the folding which made a air bubble underneath it and i had to remove it.
Squisiness of the display and its clam form factor gives a bit more security for the display since, by now, on normal phone i would already have small display scratches from everyday use and putting in/pulling out phone in pocket.
Also, be aware at all times where you phone is! Despite being on heavier side, folded phone in its quite small, i know few people who lost track/forgot where they phone is and sit on it few times which resultet in pricey repair, changing their display.
Its also well balanced, bigger battery is in lower body so phone has nice balance to it, if you ask me maybe even better than usual chocolate bar.
Its a bit heavier than iphoneX so longer usage can put a bit of strain on your hands.
Overall, i love the phone but im dreading the the day when/if i have tho change display.
This is one of those phones which you either love or dont understand why people love it, i pretty much told my seller "this is stupidest decision ever and probably a dead investment, i wont be able to resell it and buy a new phone later on, but i love it, remings me the time of when i was younger and i have to have it."

Ergonomics (in-hand feel)

Please, no "that's what she said" jokes. Rate this thread to express how you think the LG V60 ThinQ feels in-hand. A higher rating indicates that it's comfortable to hold for long periods of time, even in one hand. Resist the urge to say "TWSS" just now. Seriously.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!

Ugh...good and bad. Without the case, it's really nice in the hand. But it is VERY heavy coming from my V30. It's a little too well-balanced at the middle of the body. I wish it was slightly bottom heavy. The reason why is that it's long enough (too long) that when I hold it in my hands, my pointer fingers get a lot of the weight. I have to place them a little more towards the top of the phone to avoid that "tipping" feeling.
I bought the Verizon-branded case, and it's just ok. The bottom cutout for the USB port is a little sharp.
I really love how it feels without the case. Just very heavy. Not sure how it's going to feel with the second screen attached.

Brand new today and have had it in my hand all day long with the dual screen. It seems to balance decently in my hand, even when using one handed.
However, a big most definite YES!!!! The very first thing I most definitely noticed right out of the box was the hefty weight of this device, and that is without the second screen. Actually I noticed some weight before even unboxing! My first thought was that they must have some thick heavy, glossy paper coated paper user manuals and documentation inside of that package.
Unboxing and removing the phone the box felt substantially lighter, the phone, not so much! I suppose because the main unit has so much heft, I really don't notice a lot of extra weight when installed in the second screen flip case.
On a lighter note..... My initial impression with the extra weight is that the phone actually has a comforting and solid feel that invokes confidence in its durability. I think I like how solid it feels.
Time will tell, as I am notoriously hard on my phones and the solid mass might end up working against me and the phones ability to withstand brutality!

I too have upgraded from the LG V30+ to this phone, and there's a definite increase in heft, bulk, and overall volume/size.
My hands are fairly small, but I actually find the phone to be less uncomfortable to use than the reviews I read would have led me to believe.
In other words, I was expecting a worse hands-on experience than what I'm actually experiencing myself.
I have the dual-screen attachment as well, and while I'm no longer using it for a variety of reasons, it doesn't add a substantial amount of weight to the overall package.
It DOES, however, add more bulk/volume. And the ergonomics of the dual-screen's case (which is mandatory, as the second screen is built into the case) makes typing on the primary phone in portrait basically impossible (one of the many reasons I've retired the accessory).
I'll echo doug's comment about the phone's weight distribution. I wish the weight of the phone was distributed more towards the bottom of the device rather than the middle. But it's by no means a deal-breaker.

Comin' from the V20, the V60 is slightly longer in height and a bit shorter in width. It's also a bit heavier. What I dislike is the fngerprint captor underneath the screen. I found the rear V20 sensor came much more naturally under the index finger when I picked up the phone. With the V60 you have to register your thumb and you have to do it with your thumb not parallel to the phone's edges but obliquely so that it works while you pick up the phone. Definitely not a improvement in my opinion.
Dual screen cover is bulky but I use it at home so...

Ergonomics (in-hand feel)

Please, no "that's what she said" jokes. Rate this thread to express how you think the Sony Xperia 5 II feels in-hand. A higher rating indicates that it's comfortable to hold for long periods of time, even in one hand. Resist the urge to say "TWSS" just now. Seriously.
Then, drop a comment if you have anything to add!

This is somehow my biggest problem with this phone. As others have established, it's one slippery, tall boi. Even with my fairly large hands, using android you tend to end up cradling it with your hands around the bottom of the phone. Then its so top heavy that I've almost had it flip out of my hand multiple times now.

So slippery that I can barely hold it in my hands. Every pick up from the pocket in the open is a risk. What's the point of making quality and premium glass if you can't hold it without a rubber case. You wont see this luxury when case is on. I also have large hands and it's almost impossible to get to the top when you need back arrow in some apps. 16:9 aspect ratio is not so bad but I prefer the normal one like on Galaxy S20. But then again on Galaxy you wont get stock Android experience. That's why I choose this phone over S20. The others are just too big (>6.2 inch) for my taste.

Yes, its too slippery. But its easy to fix with a kinesio tape or any better looking tape.
And since yesterday I am testing "IMAK HYDROGEL III PROTECTION FILM BACK" - and looks and feels ok

I use a slim transparent case and got the slippery thing solved

I waiting for a case to arrive. There is no Sony Xperia 5 ii case in Oaxaca, Mexico. It's like handling an ice cube or a wet trout.