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Samsung Introduces Galaxy Z Flip4 Redefines Versatility
Although the Z Fold product family is the most comprehensive in the Samsung folding segment it is undeniable as the most attractive to the general public is Z Flip, not only for a matter of price, but also for ergonomics and portability. And that’s why we look with particular interest at the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 just unveiled.
Just like for the older brother also on this “small brother” in fact we have not witnessed revolutions or special innovations. Rather, let’s talk about minor incremental updates, if not for one commendable exception: the battery. Thanks to a small magina Samsung has in fact included a 12% larger battery in a smartphone with an even larger size.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 isn’t a traditional smartphone, of course, but its particular shell-opening look hides a real flagship heart. Inside we can find the SoCQualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 octa core (1 3.18 GHz core + 3 2.7 GHz cores + 4 2 GHz cores), flanked by 8 GB of RAM and 128, 256 or 512 GB of internal memory.
There are two screens on board, one main and foldable and one small, ideal for quickly reading notifications, displaying the caller’s name and for many other tasks, such as starting calls, answering messages and controlling the SmartThings Scene widget. Inside we have a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x Infinity Flex display with Full-HD+ resolution and an adaptive refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz, which allows you to increase energy efficiency. Outside is a 1.9-inch Super AMOLED panel with 260 x 512 resolution.
The dual rear camera, or perhaps we’d better say external, consists of a 12MP Dual Pixel main sensor with optical stabilization (with a 65% brighter sensor than its predecessor) and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle sensor with 123° field of view. Inside the small hole in the screen houses a 10MP camera. To shoot videos or take group selfies without using your hands, just lightly fold your smartphone to activate FlexCam, optimized for the most popular social platforms (such as Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp) thanks to the collaboration with Meta.
You can take quality selfies directly from the external display by taking advantage of the main camera and Quick Shooting feature, which is further enhanced, but also record videos in the same mode and then switch to Flex mode and continue recording hands-free without interruption. Quick Shot then allows you to self-timer and preview it in real proportions.
Another improvement over its predecessor is the 3700 mAh battery. Thanks to the 25W Ultra-Quick Charging you can reach 50% in about 30 minutes attached to the socket.
Technical Specifications:
- Screen:
- Internal Screen: 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex Panel, 2640 x 1080 pixels, 425 ppi, 120 Hz, Gorilla Glass Victus+
- Outer screen: 1.9-inch panel, 512 x 260 pixels
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen1, 64-bit
- Memory: 8GB RAM, 128, 256 or 512GB of internal memory
- Rear cameras:
- 12MP main sensor (f/1.8, 1.8 μm, OIS)
- 12MP ultrawide sensor (f/2.2, 123° 1.12 μm)
- Front camera: 10MP 1.22μm, f/2.4 sensor
- Fingerprint sensor, facial recognition, IPx8
- 5G connection, Bluetooth, WiFi AC, NFC, USB Type C
- Battery: 3700mAh, with 25W fast charging support and 15W wireless charging
- Operating System: Android 12 with OneUI Customization
- Size:
- Closed: 84.9 x 71.9 x 17.1 mm
- Open: 165.2 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
- Weight: 187 grams
- Colors: grey, light blue, light purple and gold
For the rest, the other novelties are mainly software and concern the inclusion of new features for the external screen (such as Samsung Pay or quick responses to notifications) and as well as a way to use the phone in Flex mode (i.e. folded and resting on a plane) within Instagram for recording stories and Reels. The ability to customize the external screen has also been expanded, with support for Samsung themes and the ability to put any photo, video or GIF as a background.
Galaxy Z Flip 4 Price In US
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 will be available for pre-order from today until August 26, when it will actually be available for purchase for everyone. The smartphone will be available for $1149 in the 128GB cut.
This is the full list of memory cuts and pricing:
- 8GB + 128GB version at a suggested retail price of $999
- 8GB + 256GB version at a suggested retail price of $1065
- 8GB + 512GB version at a suggested retail price of $1199
Samsung is busily setting up to expand the Galaxy foldable series by debuting a sixth-generation foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, which is expected to arrive with a wider outer display with sharper corners.
Fans are awaiting the forthcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 foldable phones, and leaks and rumors are increasing their curiosity among them. Now, recent leaks have revealed that this time Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6’s wider outer display could ditch rounded corners.
Usually, the Galaxy Z Fold series follows the same basic design language of a super narrow and tall outer display that unfolds into a large, almost square inner display. The size ratio has changed slightly over time, but the fact is that it’s thinner as compared to the rest of the foldables on the market.
Finally, it appears that Samsung could come up with a new design idea for the forthcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6.
A reliable tipster on X is reporting that the external screen of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is 60.2mm, whereas its predecessor series, the Galaxy Z Fold 5,’s external display is 57.4mm. If this report comes, then you will get a wider external screen, which will surely enhance the experience, but not too wide.
The corners of the display also seem to be markedly sharper. This time, they are not rounded, as was the design in previous generations. Samsung is expected to debut the sixth-generation foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6, and maybe the Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE, at the Galaxy Unpacked event, which is supposed to be held on July 10th in Paris.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 series is next in line to expand the flagship S series, is supposed to be scheduled for early 2025, and is expected to be powered by the in-house Exynos in the Galaxy S25 Ultra model as well.
Samsung usually announces its latest S series smartphone early in the first quarter of the year; for instance, the Galaxy S24 debuted in January this year and the Galaxy S23 debuted in February 2023. According to these schedules, the Galaxy S25 is expected to debut sometime between January and February.
Now the reports are unveiling that this time Samsung could ditch the Snapdragon chipset for its in-house Exynos 2500 to power the Galaxy S25 Ultra model. This is being reported by a tipster on X by sharing a post. He mentioned that internally at Samsung, it’s determined that the Exynos 2500 does not hang back behind the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 in all prospects, such as quality.
Meanwhile, it’s not clear yet whether this is because the Nuvia cores of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 are not good, making the Exynos 2500 relatively better, or if the Exynos 2500 itself is better.
From the two-generation Galaxy S23 and Galaxy S24, Samsung relies on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipset for the Ultra variant, but now it appears that Samsung could use the Exynos 2500 chipset for the forthcoming Galaxy S25 Ultra smartphone. However, Samsung has not officially unveiled anything regarding this report yet.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is one of the most successful devices of the year, whether in terms of its pre-booking or in terms of its unit sales. The device has performed better than its predecessor. The reason behind it lies not only in the hardware perspective but also in the software, which has brought the new Galaxy AI features to new hype among consumers.
According to counterpoint research, the Galaxy S24 Ultra is listed among the top ten best smartphones, where it is the best Android device. Going into details, the Galaxy S24 ranks in fifth place immediately after Apple’s latest smartphones. The iPhone 15 Pro Max ranked first with 4.4% market share, the iPhone 15 ranked second with 4.3% market share, the iPhone Pro ranked third with 3.7% market share, and the iPhone 14 ranked fourth with 1.9% share of sales. Then, in the fifth position, the Galaxy S24 Ultra comes in with 1.9% of sales.
At first sight, it looks like Apple is significantly ahead of Samsung in terms of sales, but if you go in detail, Samsung not only provides smartphones in the high-end category but also makes several smartphones according to their affordability for a larger consumer base. Let’s explore the data about some non- flagship devices as well.
Non-flagship devices also secure a position in the top 10
Apart from the Galaxy S24 ultra device, there are other affordable devices from Samsung that also top the top ten list of sales. The Galaxy A15 5G secures the 6th position, the Galaxy A54 is in the 7th position, and the Galaxy A34 appears in the 10th position. The list ultimately depicts the dominance of Samsung and the iPhone in the global smartphone markets. However, Samsung has scope to capture the market for Android devices.
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