Double the Screen, Double the Fun? Using the Z Fold 7 as a monitor

Aug 15

Okay, picture this: you're on set as a solo operator, things are moving fast, and you need a quick peek at what the setup looks like. But lugging another full-sized monitor around feels like overkill. That's when the little lightbulb in my head went ding: what if you could use the gorgeous, expanding screen of a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 as a handy on-set monitor? And to make it wireless and super slick, pair it with something like the Accsoon Cineview Nano transmitter. Crazy, right? Maybe. But hear me out!

For those not in the know, the Accsoon Cineview Nano is this cool little gadget that lets you wirelessly beam a video feed from your camera to a phone or tablet. It's been a game-changer for indie filmmakers and even bigger productions for getting a feed to various departments without a tangle of cables.

Now, the Z Fold series... those foldable screens are just begging to be used for more than just doom-scrolling through social media (though, let's be honest, we all do it). But imagine unfolding that beautiful, expansive display and having a decent-sized monitor right in your hand. Hook up the Accsoon Cineview Nano, and boom! Instant wireless monitoring.

Think about it:

Portability Power: No more wrestling with bulky external monitors. The Z Fold 7 folds up nice and compact, making it super easy to stash in your bag.
Discreet Monitoring: Sometimes you just need a quick glance without being obvious. Unfolded, the Z Fold gives you a good viewing area, but folded, it's just a phone. Stealth monitoring, anyone?
Tech You Already (Might) Have: If you're already rocking a Z Fold, this is potentially one less piece of dedicated equipment you need to buy. That's a win for the wallet!
Accsoon Magic: The Accsoon app is pretty solid, offering features like focus peaking, zebras, and even LUT support. Having that on a larger, foldable screen could be surprisingly useful.

Of course, it's not all sunshine and roses. Battery life on both the phone and the Accsoon would be a consideration for longer shoots. And let's be real, the Z Fold isn't exactly cheap, so babying it on a busy set would be a priority.

But still, the idea of using the Z Fold 7 as a secondary, super portable monitor with the Accsoon Cineview Nano is kind of exciting. It feels like a smart way to leverage the innovative tech we already have for filmmaking. Maybe it's just a crazy thought, but who knows? Maybe in the future, foldable phones will be a standard part of every filmmaker's toolkit!