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Tom's Guide
5 hours ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE tipped for Unpacked — and it could be the cheap foldable we've all been waiting for
With the July 2025 Galaxy Unpacked event looming on the schedule, we could find out very soon if Samsung can finally deliver a cheaper foldable. The next Galaxy Unpacked event takes place July 9 in New York, and it's almost certain that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 will share the spotlight at the event. But there have been rumblings those two flagship foldables could be joined by a third model — the lower cost version of the Flip that most people are referring to as the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. Much like the FE model that Samsung offers for its Galaxy S phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE would scale back on some of the features found on the regular Flip. By doing so, Samsung could offer the FE model for less, giving shoppers a low-cost alternative to stave off stepped-up competition from rival phone makers who can undercut Samsung's foldables on price. A number of leakers certainly seem to think a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is on the agenda for Samsung. Roland Quandt has posted about some of the phone's rumored specs on while prominent leaker Evan Blass has even offered up official-looking renders of the phone that appeared at PhoneArena. How likely is it that a Galaxy Z Flip FE joins Samsung's other phones at Unpacked? We'll address that question after reviewing potential specs for the foldable phone and just why Samsung would be motivated to produce a lower-cost device. Galaxy Unpacked 2025 preorder: Whether you're hoping for a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE or some other foldable phone, you can save on the final price by registering at Samsung's website. You'll get a $50 credit to apply to your purchase of anything announced at Unpacked on top of any other pre-order offers Samsung unveils. Samsung has long spoken about how it wants foldable phones to become more mainstream, and an easy way to do that would be to lower the price. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 currently starts at $1,899, making it one of the most expensive phones you can buy. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 comes in at a more reasonable $1,099, but that's still very lofty when compared to other devices, even premium ones like the Galaxy S25 Plus and iPhone 16 Pro. Enter the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, which would scale back some of the standard Z Flip's specs to offer a lower starting price. The most likely candidate for a downgrade would be the phone's chipset, with Samsung rumored to be turning to either Exynos or MediaTek silicon instead of the Snapdragon 8 chips that have powered recent flagship foldables. If Samsung does turn to one of its own Exynos chips for the Galaxy Z Flip FE, it may not even be the current Exynos 2500 system-on-chip that may appear in some Galaxy Z Flip 7 models. Instead, Samsung is expected to turn to an older Exynos chip as a cost-cutting move. The Galaxy S24 FE also scales back the camera specs offered by the Galaxy S24, so the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE could do likewise. That said, most rumors suggest the Galaxy Z Flip 6's camera setup featuring a 50MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide lens will find its way to the FE. A more likely difference could be the screen sizes offered by Samsung's different Flip phones. While the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is expected to feature larger interior and cover displays than its predecessor — 6.85 inches and 4 inches, respectively — the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE could stick with the Z Flip 6's screen specs. That would mean a 6.7-inch main panel and a 3.4-inch outer display. For his part, Roland Quandt has the Galaxy Z Flip FE coming with 8GB of memory and base storage of 128GB. The entry-level Galaxy Z Flip 6 features 12GB and 256GB, respectively. So why go through the trouble of scaling back some of the features on the well-regarded Galaxy Z Flip? Because Samsung's no longer the only game in town when it comes to the best foldable phones. Motorola has made a foldable flip phone of its own for years, and while early versions of the Motorola Razr were nothing to write home about, more recent models have surpassed Samsung's Flip. We currently rate the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) as the best flip-style phone you can buy pending the release of the Galaxy Z Flip 7. But the $1,299 Ultra isn't your only foldable phone with Motorola. There are two other models — the $999 Motorola Razr Plus and $699 Motorola Razr — that both cost less than what Samsung is expected to charge for the Galaxy Z Flip 7. And the specs of those Motorola devices are pretty formidable. The Plus runs on a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 — not the most powerful chipset out there, but still a pretty recent piece of silicon. It offers a 4-inch cover display and a dedicated telephoto camera — two features you won't find on the more expensive Galaxy Z Flip 6. And while the standard Motorola Razr does make some significant compromises to get its cost down to $699, that's a remarkably low price for a phone with a foldable display that slips easily into your pocket. In other words, Motorola gives you options. People who want a premium device can pay up for the Ultra, while the $999 Razr Plus matches up surprisingly well against the Galaxy Z Flip 6. And if cost is important to you, the standard Razr lets you enjoy a foldable phone at a significant discount. That's a broad array of foldable options that Samsung likely feels it needs to address. Samsung's track record with its other FE phone offers a potential clue. The Galaxy S24 FE arrived last October, around nine months after the rest of the Galaxy S24 lineup went on sale. That's pretty typical of past FE versions of Galaxy S phones, as they tend to show up several months after their more expensive counterparts so as not to eat into sales. That would seem to suggest that Samsung might be inclined to let the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 enjoy their moment in the sun at Unpacked on July 9, and then launch an FE version of the Flip a few months from now. Twist my arm, and I would guess that would be Samsung's strategy. Still, rumors and renders don't generally spring up from a vacuum. The fact that there's this much chatter about an FE model — particularly from people with pretty strong reputations regarding unannounced Samsung products — suggests we could be in for a surprise at the next Unpacked. With less than two weeks to go before Samsung executives take the stage in New York, we won't have to wait long to find out just how many foldable devices the company plans to launch this summer and whether Samsung's foldables are about to get a more affordable option.
Phone Arena
10 hours ago
- Phone Arena
New Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 renders show off Samsung's much thinner side profile
Flip 7 Fold 7 Flip 7 Fold 7 Yes, the Fold 7 looks brilliant! No, it's still a dated phone It's good, but needs to be even better Fold 7 Leaked renders of the Flip 7 and Fold 7 . | Image credit — Evan Blass Slim, yet powerful Fold 7 Receive the latest Samsung news Subscribe By subscribing you agree to our terms and conditions and privacy policy Galaxy Z Fold 6 Just what the foldable industry needed Fold 7 Fold 7 Flip 7 Flip 7 Fold 7 Yeah, 8.9 mm. Compared to the 12.1 mm of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 , it almost feels like Samsung has skipped a generation or Samsung hasn't sacrificed performance to achieve this slim form. Under the hood, thewill be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite, the same processor that's found in the entire Galaxy S25 is promising its most advanced foldable smartphone yet, and rumors claim that the main display's crease is vastly improved over the. The battery — said to be the same 4,400 mAh as the Fold 6 — and the charging speeds are a bit of a letdown, foldable industry has been in a bit of a downward spiral, despite some excellent phones like the Oppo Find N5, the Honor Magic V5, and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 . Samsung is one of the few manufacturers that can afford to continue investing in foldables, and I'm glad it's doing really good, and may just be what the foldable industry needed. Samsung's upcoming G Fold tri-foldable smartphone will further bring innovation to the market, and give the Huawei Mate XT some competition as well. And, of course, if the foldable iPhone comes out next year, that's likely to get some people's Honor Magic V5 is the slimmest foldable ever, as of now. However, if you value long-term software support, or are just a fan of Samsung's One UI, then theis the phone for you. TheFE, andwill be unveiled next month, and will become available for purchase in August.
Phone Arena
21 hours ago
- Phone Arena
With these display upgrades, Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the ultimate Samsung clamshell
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 will be unveiled next month, and become available for purchase in August. Much like the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung has drastically improved the design of its clamshell foldable phone, and it's basically as good as it gets for now. A new leak ( translated source ) adds on to previous reports about the phone's display upgrades over the Galaxy Z Flip 6. The exterior screen is going up from 3.5 inches to four inches, while the main display is going from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches. When unfolded, the Flip 7 will be just as large as most flagship smartphones nowadays. Furthermore, corroborating the recent leaked Flip 7 renders, the outer display will have more screen real estate, as the camera cutout has been removed. That design will now be seen on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, Samsung's budget foldable that is also going to be announced next month. The FE will become available for purchase in August as well. Leaked Galaxy Z Flip 7 render. | Image credit — Evan Blass Lastly, the report claims that the bezels of the main display have been further narrowed down. The Flip 7 is basically as good as clamshell foldable smartphones can get, except for the battery, of course. In classic Samsung fashion, the battery is expected to be pretty small compared to the competition, and the charging speeds will be slow as well. Speaking of the competition, the Flip 7 reminds me of the Xiaomi Mix Flip. That phone is almost as large as the Flip 7 , and doesn't have a large camera cutout either. Its bezels are pretty narrow as well, and its battery is bigger too. The Mix Flip is also powered by a Snapdragon processor. Samsung will be using the Exynos 2500 for the Flip 7 , while the upcoming Mix Flip 2 will use the Snapdragon 8 the Flip 7 , all Samsung needs to do now is improve its battery capacity and charging speeds. If long-term software support or One UI aren't that important to you, then the Mix Flip 2 is probably a much better choice. But the Flip 7 will definitely give Xiaomi a run for its money. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Phone Arena
a day ago
- Phone Arena
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, Fold 7, and tri-fold availability leaked
Samsung is going to unveil its new Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7 foldable smartphones next month, alongside a possible Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. Availability for these phones will start shortly after, though the tri-foldable — possibly named Galaxy G Fold — will be available for purchase a little later in the year. Leaked Galaxy Z Fold 7 render. | Image credit — Evan Blass According to a report ( translated source ), the Flip 7 and Fold 7 will become available to the general public in August, approximately one month after their announcement. Samsung will be holding a Galaxy Unpacked event in New York City on July 9, where these phones will be shown off. The Flip 7 FE, though not directly named in the leak, will most likely also become available in August after being announced in July. Samsung has promised its most advanced foldable yet, and from leaks we can see that the Fold 7 makes the Fold 6 look ancient. Samsung's tri-fold will directly challenge the Huawei Mate XT. | Video credit — Huawei The tri-fold, which will see a very limited release in a select few markets, will also be unveiled in July, alongside the Flip 7 and Fold 7 . However, though there isn't a confirmed date just yet, the report estimates that this phone will become available in tracks with Samsung's plans to launch it this year shortly after its other foldables, before moving on to a wider launch around the globe if it sells well. The G Fold will only see around 200,000 units manufactured for now, as Samsung has very subdued sales expectations due to the cost. According to the multiple reports we've seen till now, the Fold 7 is shaping up to be a massive leap over its predecessor. The only aspect I can complain about is the battery, which is expected to be the same 4,400 mAh as the Fold 6. It will also only charge at 25W when wired, another somewhat disappointing remnant that desperately needs an upgrade. However, seeing rival offerings like the Oppo Find N5 and the Honor Magic V5, I think it's about time Samsung caught up. Coupled with the long-term software support ( seven years ) and people's preference for One UI, Samsung could be looking at a winner here. The Fold 7 may even reverse the foldable industry's decline, though that may just be wishful thinking. If you were looking for the most advanced foldable on the market, you'd probably still do well with the aforementioned Find N5 and Magic V5. But if software support is important to you, the Fold 7 or the G Fold are your best bet. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Android Authority
2 days ago
- Android Authority
The Galaxy Watch 8 may ruin my favorite thing about Samsung smartwatches
Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Leaks don't usually take the wind out of my sails, but the latest details about Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch lineup came close. According to renders posted by trusted leaker Evan Blass, the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 will each feature the same squircle design that debuted with the original Galaxy Watch Ultra, and, to put it softly, that's a massive disappointment. I wasn't a fan of the Ultra's shape at launch (or months later on my wrist), but I held out hope that it would stay confined to just one SKU for a certain type of buyer. To my dismay, it looks like Samsung is going all-in on the squircle. Do you want a fully squircle Samsung Galaxy Watch lineup? 14 votes Yes, I like the design. 14 % No, I hate the squircle. 71 % I'd like variety within the lineup. 14 % Let's start with the obvious: the squircle just doesn't look good. At least, not to me. It's a strange hybrid of the Apple Watch's rounded rectangle and Samsung's usual circular style, a compromise that lands firmly in no-man's land. A circular smartwatch has always had a classic charm. It feels like an actual watch and doesn't look out of place with a dress shirt or a leather strap. Square-faced wearables like the Apple Watch lean heavily into their tech-first identity, offering more screen real estate and sharper information layout, but still featuring a refined impression. Leaked Galaxy Watch 8 renders Leaked Galaxy Watch 8 Classic renders Leaked Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 renders Samsung's squircle tries to split the difference and ends up accomplishing neither. It doesn't have the elegance of a traditional watch shape or the unapologetic utility of a square one. At best, it feels indecisive, and at worst, it feels like a child's toy. Wearables aren't just gadgets anymore, they're accessories we wear 24/7, and looks matter. Plenty of people may like the squircle shape, but I'm not one of them. As the saying goes, form follows function, but here, too, the squircle stumbles. The Galaxy Watch Ultra's shape adds noticeable bulk to the lineup, especially for smaller-wristed folks like me. I typically love a large watch, but only if its size is packaged with refinement and its increased real estate delivers added usefulness. Samsung's squircle design doesn't have the elegance of a traditional watch shape or the unapologetic utility of a square one. Simply put, if I'm going to wear something oversized, I want that space to be filled with display space to deliver bigger menus, richer complications, and enriched user interactions. The squircle is chunky without the payoff of a proportionally larger screen; it merely sacrifices comfort and utility for visual distinction I can't get behind. What bums me out most is how unnecessary this feels. Samsung has historically done a good job of offering variety. When the revamped Galaxy Watch 4 series arrived to usher in a new era of Wear OS, shoppers got the choice of a sporty or classic build. The Galaxy Watch 5 series echoed that two-pronged approach with a Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and a regular Galaxy Watch 5 model. Even last year's lineup gave us the circular Galaxy Watch 7 alongside the squircle Galaxy Watch Ultra. Now, it seems Samsung is consolidating its lineup into a single design identity. Yes, there are three models, but all feature the same cartoonish profile. Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority I get the desire to unify the product line. Streamlining manufacturing, creating a signature look, etc. But making all your watches look the same doesn't mean they'll appeal to everyone. I love the domed shape of the Pixel Watch line, and I love the square-ish Apple Watch Series. I loved the historically elegant Galaxy Watch line and its elevated Classic models. The rotating bezel might be making its way back to wrists with the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, but it doesn't give the same analog watch vibes on a chubby rectangle. I realize the squircle may appeal to some people, but I just wish Samsung hadn't painted the entire lineup with the same broad stroke. TL;DR: I hate the squircle. I want options. Samsung trimming every watch into the same questionable shape isn't forward-thinking; it's cutting corners. Literally.
