I didn't expect Motorola to build the best folding phone in the US

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Published May 29, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT

Nirave Gondhia is the Founder & Chief Evangelist at House of Technology , with over 18 years of experience reviewing consumer technology. He's excited about foldable phones and has a unique perspective on health after recovering from a major heart attack at 33.

He is passionate about reading, technology, Formula 1, and the world's greatest soccer club, Manchester United.

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I love folding phones , and this year, the Oppo Find N6 and Honor Magic V6 have both given the Galaxy Z Fold 7 a run for its money. I expected that, and I also expected that the real challenger to Samsung's folding crown would come from American shores this year.

What I didn't expect was that it would be Motorola who first took up the mantle.…