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CNA
3 days ago
- CNA
Top Foldable Phones in 2025: The best devices available in Singapore
It wasn't too long ago that foldable phones were futuristic but flawed devices compromised by questionable durability and specs that didn't justify their price tags. It's 2025 though and foldables have matured. Most of the current crop of clamshell and book-style foldables are slim and well-specced. Creases are less visible, camera arrays are more capable and battery life has improved. To help you choose your next foldable, we've shortlisted some of the top foldable phones in 2025 that are currently available in Singapore. CLAMSHELL FOLDABLES Xiaomi's first clamshell foldable has an aluminium frame and Xiaomi's Shield Glass, giving it a solid, high-end feel. The bright and sharp main display is paired with a Leica-tuned camera system. Performance is smooth thanks to a flagship chipset, and the 67W fast charging is a big plus. On the flip side, the cover screen layout isn't as intuitive as some rivals, and the Mix Flip does not have an IP rating. Shop here The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is thinner and flatter than its predecessors, making it pocket-friendly. The larger cover screen is great for quick tasks without unfolding. Open it up and you get a 6.9-inch AMOLED display and 50MP main camera that holds its own in most lighting conditions. Powered by Galaxy AI and Gemini Live, it's packed with tools for real-time translation, photo editing, and multitasking. Samsung Battery life is decent at around 31 hours, though not the best in class, and it's still not dust-proof. Shop here Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 16GB RAM, 256GB Storage (S$2,009; Usual Price S$2,399; 16% off) The Pixel 9 Pro Fold combines sleek hardware with smart software. It's thinner and lighter than the original, with a flat-folding hinge and a bright 8-inch OLED display that's great for multitasking or media. Powered by the Tensor G4 chip, its AI features help with everything from photo editing to real-time translation. You'll get the clean Android experience Pixel fans love, plus timely updates and exclusive tools. That said, there are caveats. It only supports 21W wired and 7.5W wireless charging. Also, it's not compatible with the Pixel Stand due to coil placement. Shop here This really leans into premium design and top-tier hardware. It's slim, lightweight, and has a vegan leather finish. The displays have a 120Hz refresh rate, and the Leica-tuned camera system delivers excellent photos—especially with its 50MP variable aperture main sensor. It offers IPX8 water resistance and uses Huawei's Kunlun Glass for added durability. Battery life is solid, and it supports fast wireless charging too. The catch? It doesn't come with Google services, which means you'll need to rely on Huawei's app ecosystem or find workarounds. Shop here (S$2,088.99; Usual Price S$2,499; 16% off) We tested the Oppo Find N5 when it was first released and found plenty to like. The Oppo Find N5 is among the thinnest and lightest foldables, measuring 4.21mm open and weighing 229g. Its 8.12-inch OLED inner display and 6.62-inch cover screen offer vibrant visuals and 120Hz refresh rates. Its 5,600 mAh battery and 80W wired / 50W wireless charging help it keep up with daily demands. The software even supports cross-platform file sharing with Apple devices. The camera array is decent, though the phone comes with some pre-installed apps you might not need. Shop here Honor Magic V5, 16GB RAM, 512GB Storage (S$2,199) The Honor Magic V5 is just 4.1mm when open and weighs 217g, making it one of the lightest foldables. The dual OLED displays are bright, smooth and easy on the eyes, with a 120Hz refresh rate and solid outdoor visibility. It's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, backed by 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. The camera array includes a 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and 64MP telephoto lens, plus dual selfie cameras. It's also IP58/IP59 rated. The only real downside? A noticeable camera bump. Shop here Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, 12GB RAM, 512GB Storage (S$2,518, Usual Price: S$2,878; 12% off) The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner and lighter than its predecessor – its 4.2mm when open and weighs 215g. The displays are bigger and brighter with slimmer bezels, and the crease is less noticeable than on the Fold 6, which makes everything from reading to multitasking feel smoother. The upgraded camera system offers better shots and it's powered by Android 16 and One UI 8, with smart Galaxy AI features that help with productivity and multitasking. Downsides? There's no S Pen support, the camera bump makes it wobble when placed on a table and battery life is decent but not class-leading. Shop here WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A FOLDABLE SMARTPHONE Whether you're searching for a clamshell or book-style foldable, here are some key features to look for: Hinge design: This should feel smooth and sturdy, aerospace-grade materials are a plus Crease: Early foldables had a visible crease, which marred the user experience. The latest foldable still have a visible crease, although these are much more subtle. Battery life: Foldables often have smaller batteries, so check real-world battery capacity and performance. Charging speed: Not all foldables offer fast charging speeds, so check this if it's important to you. Inner screen: Look for high-resolution OLED or AMOLED panels with 120Hz refresh rates. Cover screen: These should be usable for quick tasks, since you may not always want to open your phone. Check the size, brightness, and responsiveness. Camera performance: Not all foldables have flagship-level cameras due to space constraints. If photography matters to you, look for models with high-quality sensors. Ecosystem: Some foldables may not be officially available in your region, which could limit after-sales support.
Digital Trends
5 days ago
- Digital Trends
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 proves foldables have reached peak design
Ask most average people why they weren't willing to buy one of the best folding phones, and the answer often includes the price, size, or weight. The new Galaxy Z Fold 7 addresses two out of these three issues and, in turn, resolves one of the key problems with folding phones. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner than any previous folding phone available in the US, measuring 4.2mm thick when unfolded, and is only second in thickness to the Honor Magic V5, which is 0.1mm thinner when unfolded. Yet, that phone has a much larger circular camera hump, so it feels similar, if not slightly thicker, in the hand. Recommended Videos The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is also considerably lighter, weighing 215 grams, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 6, which weighs 24 grams more. The Magic V5 is just two grams heavier than the Samsung; the Oppo Find N5 is a further 12 grams heavier, and the Pixel 9 Pro Fold is the heaviest at 254 grams. Ultimately, the design of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 raises one key question: has folding phone design peaked? How the Galaxy Z Fold 7 gets the design so right When designing the new Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung began with a primary goal that has proven essential: can they build a folding phone that is indistinguishable from a regular phone when folded? The Galaxy Z Fold 7 mostly ticks this box, as although it's 0.7mm thicker than the Galaxy S25 Ultra, it's three grams lighter. When we showed the Galaxy Z Fold 7 to 30 average users, more than a third commented on the thickness when they first felt the device, and almost another third commented on its weight. These in-hand improvements have made the Galaxy Z Fold 7 feel nearly identical to a regular phone, to the point where many of those same people were surprised when they unfolded it. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 isn't the first device to achieve this, but it's the first folding phone that feels distinctly normal in the hand. This makes it a stunning alternative for those who want the folding form factor, but don't want the added heft that has accompanied folding phones from Samsung, Google, and others. The epitome of the perfect foldable design The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is so enjoyable in the hand that it raises the question of what comes next, at least in terms of design. Samsung itself mentioned that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 could be around 0.2mm thinner without affecting the USB-C port, but no thinner, so just making it thinner wouldn't justify an upgrade. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a worthy upgrade over last year's Galaxy Z Fold 6 or any previous Samsung folding phone, but a Galaxy Z Fold 8 that's 0.2mm thinner wouldn't be as newsworthy. One area that could be improved further is the camera. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 camera features the same 200MP main camera as the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and our testing has proven that the camera is just as capable. However, the camera bump is considerable — albeit less pronounced than the Magic V5 — and its position on the left side of the phone means it rocks noticeably when laid flat on a table. The Magic V5 and Oppo Find N5 both address this wobble with a circular camera design on the rear, ensuring it lies flat, but this design results in a thicker overall phone. Then there are the subtle, rounded corners, or lack thereof, on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Most of its rivals feature subtle rounded edges on the front display, which reduces the screen size but makes it easier to reach the far corners. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features squared edges to the display, and while it's uncomfortable for some, it nestles perfectly in the palm of my hand. All of these complaints ultimately nitpick a fundamentally excellent design, raising the question of whether the foldable design has now reached its peak. At least in terms of design, there's nothing I would change about the Galaxy Z Fold 7 design that I think would fundamentally change the design or form factor, so the answer seems to be yes. However, while the design is perfect, there are still areas Samsung can improve. The non-design parts that could be improved As I covered in our Galaxy Z Fold 7 review, Samsung's newest folding phone offers numerous improvements over the previous generation, but there is still room for improvement. First, there's the battery; the 4,400 mAh battery is smaller than the Honor Magic V5 (5,820mAh) and the Oppo Find N5 (5,600 mAh), yet both of those are almost as thick as the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Then there's the camera. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a 200MP main camera, but its 12MP ultrawide and 10MP telephoto cameras are not as competitive as those of its rivals. However, each of these improvements shouldn't come at the expense of the design. It's the key reason I recommend the Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Samsung would do well to ensure it doesn't stray from this design in the future. It's so good that I hope other phone makers follow suit. This Galaxy Z Fold 7 proves foldables have reached peak design
Tom's Guide
12-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: 5 reasons to buy (and 3 reasons to skip)
With the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung has made the best argument yet for ditching conventional phones in favor of a foldable device. The changes are so significant that in his Galaxy Z Fold 7 hands-on, Mark Spoonauer calls the new Samsung offering the first foldable he'd truly want to buy. Are you in the same boat? And if so, should you be planning on setting aside a (fairly substantial) stack of cash to buy the phone now that Galaxy Z Fold 7 preorders are underway? We're in the process of testing and reviewing the Galaxy Z Fold 7 to give you our definitive buying advice on the latest foldable phone from Samsung. But we've seen enough from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked presentation and our initial hands-on time to make a case for why you'd want to buy the Galaxy Z Fold 7. And we've also spotted a few things that might make you pause before mashing that buy button. Here's an overview of the five best reasons to buy a Galaxy Z Fold 7 and three why you might want to skip the phone this time around. Galaxy Z Fold 7 preorder: up to $1,150 off w/ trade-in @ SamsungFree storage upgrade! Samsung is knocking up to $1,150 off Galaxy Z Fold 7 preorders when you trade-in an older phone. Additionally, you'll get a free storage upgrade with your preorder, so you'll get a 512GB version for the same price as the 256GB base model. I've compared the Galaxy Z Fold 7's thinness to other phones, and the short answer is you'd have to go a long way to find a phone as slender as Samsung's new foldable when it's open. Specifically, you'd have to go to where the Oppo Find N5 and Honor Magic V5 are sold, and those phones are pretty hard to come by outside of Asia. But as impressive as the 4.2mm-thin profile of an open Galaxy Z Fold 7 may be, don't overlook the 8.9mm-thin design of the folded-up phone. That's a very thin device, making the Galaxy Z Fold 7 easier to tote around while still enjoy the benefits of having a super-sized screen. Samsung also didn't skimp on durability to make the Galaxy Z Fold 7 so thin. A new Armor Flex hinge evenly dispenses stress as you open and shut the phone, while both the frame and hinge use Advanced Armor Aluminum for increased strength and hardness compared to previous models. Even with all that, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is lighter than before, tipping the scales at 215 grams. That's 3 grams lighter than the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and that phone doesn't have the multiple screens that the Z Fold 7 carries around. When it comes to snapping photos with a foldable phone, I always preferred the Galaxy Z Flip models to the larger Fold, but some improvements to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 may cause me to adjust my thinking. Like the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S25 Edge, the Z Fold 7 now offers a 200MP main camera for richer, more detailed photos. Samsung says the new main camera on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 can capture 4x the detail of previous Galaxy Z Fold models, which featured a 50MP main lens. Images should be 44% brighter, too, while the ProVisual photo processing engine has beeen tweaked to work faster, boosting the sharpness of images. The selfie cam on the interior display — long the weakest part of the Galaxy Z Fold's camera setup — gets an update with this version. The 4MP sensor makes ways for a 10MP one, and an expanded 100-degree frame should allow you to fit more into any shots you take with that camera. Size matters when it comes to phone screens, as more expansive displays make it easier to get work done on the go. Both the exterior and interior screens get a size boost on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with the cover display expanding from 6.3 inches to 6.5 inches. The main panel on the Z Fold 7 is now 8 inches, up from 7.6 inches on the previous model. Of the two displays, the more significant change is probably to the external panel. That screen on past Folds has felt a bit cramped so the extra 0.2 inches of space on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 should make it feel more like using a conventional phone. That's significant as there are times when you're not going to want to unfold your device, instead getting work done on the cover display — and that will be easier to do on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. One of my recurring complaints with foldable phones is that device makers really haven't provided much of a justification to pay up for a foldable other than that larger screen. Foldable-specific features feel few and far between. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 changes that, and Galaxy AI is a big reason why. Samsung is optimizing some of its AI tools to take advantage of a foldable phone's design, making this new model a much more compelling option than before. For instance, results from AI-powered searches and tasks appear in their own split view or floating view window, so that whatever it is your working on doesn't get covered up. That way you can more easily refer to something like Circle to Search results or writing suggestions without losing sight of your original work. I also appreciate that the Galaxy Z Fold 7's larger screen can give you a before and after view of changes wrought by generative AI. In his hands-on time with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Mark Spoonauer was able to get side-by-side comparisons of an image to see how the AI-edited version looked compared to the original. I'm primarily an iPhone user, able to upgrade to new software versions the moment they're released. For that reason, I've never understand how Android users can cope with the haphazard update schedules for their phones — that a new version of Android might be available, but they can't download it until their phone maker is good and ready to release it. That's not something you'll have to suffer through with the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Android 16 is out, and so Android 16 is the version of the software that will run on your new phone. That also means Samsung's One UI 8 interface is readily available, too, so you won't be taking your brand new phone out of the box only to wait for the new software features to show up weeks or months later. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 was the first of Samsung's foldables to support the S Pen. It's an addition that made sense, and not just because the Fold essentially replaced the old Galaxy Note phablet in Samsung's lineup. The large display on the Fold lends itself to sketching and note-taking, and the S Pen has proven itself to be adept at both. You won't get that benefit with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, though, as Samsung has dropped S Pen support from this model. The likely culprit is that thin design I was singing the praises of earlier. To get the Fold that thin, I'm guessing Samsung did away with the digitizer layer on the displays that enable the S Pen to work. "When we look at the insights from what our customers were using on the Galaxy Z Fold series and what they wanted, fundamentally they wanted a thinner and lighter device," Kadesh Beckford, a smartphone specialist manager with Samsung UK, told my colleague Richard Priday in an interview about the new phone. "And with us we definitely pay attention and listen to our customers. So with those insights, we implemented what they asked." Maybe that's a trade-off the majority of Fold customers are happy to make. But if you value S Pen compatibility, this is not the model for you. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 runs on a 4,400 mAh battery, which is the same power pack that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 used. That phone wasn't well known for lasting a long time on a charge — it posted an average result of 10.5 hours on our battery test, which essentially matches the average smartphone result. Yes, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will have the benefit of a more power efficient Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset to help it eke out more battery life. But I don't see the Galaxy Z Fold 7 threatening to land on our best phone battery life list any time soon. In fact, the entire battery and charging setup for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 leaves much to be desired. Samsung didn't make any changes to charging speed for the new foldable phone, which still features 25W wired charging. When you're paying this much for a device, that's hard to swallow. Speaking of what you have to pay for a Galaxy Z Fold 7, I hope you were sitting down when Samsung announced the price. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 now starts at $1,999, which is $100 more than the starting price for the Galaxy Z Fold 6. That phone, in turn, saw a $100 price hike from its predecessor. Were you to opt for the 1TB Galaxy Z Fold 7 — and why not since Samsung packs 16GB of RAM into that model — you'd pay $2,419. That's 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 territory. To be fair, a preorder deal at Samsung gives you a free storage upgrade. So you can pick up a 512GB Galaxy Z Fold 7 for the same $1,999 price as the 256GB model. Nevertheless, the higher a price rises, the smaller its potential audience gets. And a $1,999 phone is going to have a very small audience indeed. Only after we complete our Galaxy Z Fold 7 testing will we be able to say whether Samsung's new phone justifies that lofty cost. But at first glance there's a lot to like about the new phone, even if there are few noticeable flaws as well.
West Australian
10-07-2025
- Business
- West Australian
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 SE and Galaxy Z Fold 7 launched with AI outfit help and big battery
Samsung on Wednesday launched three new folding smartphones — including thinner top-end devices and a cheaper version of its flip phone — as the tech giant looks to entice buyers to make the switch to foldables. The main new additions to Samsung's foldable phone range are the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which folds like a book, and the Galaxy Z Flip 7, which takes on the form of the classic clamshell-style flip phones. Samsung also announced a cheaper version of its latest flip phone, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 SE. The South Korean consumer electronics giant is refreshing its foldable phone lineup at a time when the company faces increased competition from Chinese rivals, such as Honor and Oppo. Last week, Honor — which spun off from Chinese tech giant Huawei in 2020 — launched the new ultra-thin Magic V5 folding phone, while Oppo introduced its own slim foldable device, the Find N5, earlier this year. Samsung's share of the global foldable phone market slipped to 45 per cent in 2024 from 54 per cent a year earlier, according to Counterpoint Research. China also accounts for a significant share of the foldables market — although 17.2 million of these devices were sold last year globally, this drops to 9.4 million when excluding mainland China. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is super thin at a thickness of 8.9 millimetres (0.35 inches) closed and only 4.2 millimetres open. It's also much lighter than its predecessor, weighing 215 grams (7.62 ounces). These stats put the phone on par with both Honor's Magic V5 and the Oppo Find N5. The new Fold device has a 6.5-inch cover screen and an 8-inch main display when opened, making it bigger than its predecessor. It's also decked out with premium new cameras, featuring a 200-megapixel main lens, as well as a 10-megapixel telephoto sensor, 12-megapixel ultra-wide and two 10-megapixel front cameras on both the cover screen and on the main display. Samsung's new Fold generation is, nevertheless, much more limited than other devices in the market when it comes to battery capacity. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 4,400 milliampere-hour (mAh) battery — far less than the 6,100 mAh power pack in Honor's Magic V5′s or the Oppo Find N5′s 5,600 mAh battery. Samsung says its device is capable of 24 hours of video playback. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 will retail in Australia at a starting price of $2899. Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 is also thinner than its predecessor, coming in at 6.5 millimeters when opened flat. By contrast, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 has a depth of 6.9 millimeters when unfolded. The new phone has a 4.1-inch cover screen and a 6.9-inch main display. It comes with a 50-megapixel main camera and 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor on the back and a 10-megapixel lens on the main display. It also has a bigger 4,300 mAh battery, which Samsung says supports 31 hours of video playtime on a single charge. In addition to Flip 7, Samsung is also introducing a cheaper version of the phone, called the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, which is slightly smaller and thicker than its more premium counterpart. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 will retail from $1799 in Australia., while the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE starts at $1499. Samsung also talked up the Galaxy Z Fold and Flip 7′s artificial intelligence capabilities. For the last two years, the company has used Google's Gemini language model to power much of its AI features — and this year is no different. Both devices use Samsung and Qualcomm's custom-made Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chip, which is designed to enable more AI processing on-device as opposed to in the cloud. It also has new AI-powered camera features, including one that automatically suggests people and objects to erase from photos — for example, if you've been photo bombed by someone — and an audio eraser tool that proactively detects and removes unwanted background noise from videos. The Galaxy Z Flip 7, meanwhile, lets you pull up Google's AI assistant app, Gemini Live, on top of the camera app when taking a live video of yourself. Samsung says one use case this offers is the ability to ask the AI for tips on the outfit you're wearing. 'Galaxy Z Flip 7 brings a new level of AI-powered personalisation, tailored to users' style and routine. From curated wallpaper suggestions to emoji, colour and widget customisation, the FlexWindow becomes a dynamic extension of a user's personality. Whether prepping for travel or matching the mood, personalisation is effortless and always evolving,' Samsung said. At a launch event, Samsung lauded it's new range as an offering that can help with health through AI powers. 'Building on a legacy of human-centred innovation, Samsung's latest lineup reflects a clear vision — making AI more meaningful, personal and accessible. From slimmer foldables to personalised health-tracking wearables, these devices chart a bold trajectory for how AI companions can support users in every moment,' the company said. Sheng Win Chow, senior analyst at Counterpoint Research, said that physical design alone won't be enough to convince users to convert to foldable phones from the touchscreen slabs we're all used to. 'Lasting leadership depends on redefining what foldables do, not just how they look,' he said in an emailed note. 'The next wave of competition will come from software — how vendors use the foldable form factor to deliver truly differentiated experiences.'
Phone Arena
09-07-2025
- Phone Arena
Galaxy Fold 7 Hands-On: Samsung finally nailed it!
The Galaxy Fold 7 is here! That alone is good news, but what makes it great is that Samsung's latest foldable has become considerably thinner, lighter, and sleeker! I'm very happy that I already got some time with the new phone, and I can confidently say that this is the Galaxy Fold that foldable fans have been waiting to see from Samsung. Perhaps even more importantly, it's the Fold that finally closes the gap between Samsung and its fast-evolving foldable rivals from China. One of the most dramatic and welcome changes to the Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 is in its physical footprint. When closed, the Fold 7 measures just 8.9mm thick, matching the Oppo Find N5, and only slightly edged out by the Honor Magic V5, which comes in at 8.8mm. Unfold it, and the Fold 7 becomes an astonishingly thin 4.2mm device. It's really nice. That's a massive drop from the Fold 6's chunky 12.1mm thickness when closed. But the Galaxy Fold 7 is not just slimmer – it's lighter too! At just 215 grams, the Fold 7 becomes the lightest book-style foldable ever released. That's a 10% reduction in weight compared to its predecessor, and it definitely makes a noticeable difference in the hand. And while I can't prove this personally, Samsung hasn't just put the Fold 7 on a diet – it also claims the device has actually gotten stronger and more durable. There's a brand-new Armor FlexHinge with a multi-rail design for improved strength and smoother folding. The back of the phone is now protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, the front by even tougher Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2, and the frame is made from Samsung's strongest Armor Aluminum yet. While this design is not dust-resistant yet, it should make it harder for careless users to accidentally crack, scratch or break the Fold 7 . The Fold series has long been criticized for its narrow and awkward cover display, and rightfully so, but the Galaxy Fold 7 finally addresses that kink. The outer screen now has a much more practical 21:9 aspect ratio, and at 6.5 inches, it actually feels like a regular phone when closed. It's perfectly usable for typing, navigation, and day-to-day tasks – something that couldn't always be said of previous Folds. My initial impressions are that it really feels that good. With its reduced thickness and wider stature, the Fold 7 is now absolutely in line with those forward-looking foldables we've seen out of companies like Oppo, Vivo, Huawei and Honor. I can't wait to use the Fold 7 more so I can give you a fuller picture of what it's like in day-to-day use. Unfold the Samsung Galaxy Fold 7 and you're greeted by a large, 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, now supported by a new grade 4 titanium lattice beneath the panel. I'm still not sure what the titanium lattice is, but it definitely sounds cool. That said, the ultra-thin glass has, somewhat ironically, become 50% thicker this year, which is not only going to make the flexible display more resistant to damage, but also lead to a reduction of the crease. From what I've seen during my hands-on session, the crease is definitely less prominent on the Fold 7 – easily among the best I've seen on a foldable to date. I'd say it's right up there with Oppo's best efforts, but don't quote me on that yet. I'll need more time with the device before giving a final verdict. For the first time, Samsung is giving the Fold series the same flagship camera sensor as the S Ultra series. The Galaxy Fold 7 features the 200MP main sensor from the Galaxy S25 Ultra, complete with 2X lossless crop zoom! This is a major leap from the Fold 6, and I expect significantly sharper, more detailed photos in pretty much all conditions. The rest of the camera setup includes a 10MP 3x telephoto, a 12MP ultra-wide, and dual 10MP selfie cameras – one on the cover screen, and one under the main screen. The under-display camera also gets a wider field of view this year, growing from 85° to 100°, with the idea to let you fit more people in the frame. I haven't had time to test the full camera suite just yet (it's a lot of cameras!), but stay tuned for our full review where we'll put all of these through the PhoneArena Camera Test. As expected, AI is everywhere on the Galaxy Fold 7 . Samsung has been an early adopter of AI tech in its phones, and this trend doesn't change with the Fold 7 . There's the new ProVisual Engine, which helps reduce noise and motion blur when capturing moving objects – great for kids, pets, or city shots in motion. Generative Edit now includes Erase Suggestions, proactively identifying distractions and helping you clean up images with just a tap. From my early look, it works really, really well. Then there's Audio Eraser, which can intelligently strip out background noise, including wind, crowd noise or chatter, not just from video recordings, but also from voice memos and even call transcripts. And yes, Gemini Live is built in and tightly integrated. You can summon it with the power button, ask questions about what's on screen – even in a game – and choose how results appear: in a convenient pop-up or in side-by-side view. It's a versatile, multi-modal experience, and it works seamlessly across both the cover and main display. I can't wait to put all these AI features through their paces for my full review! The Galaxy Fold 7 feels like the foldable Samsung fans have been waiting for. It's not just thinner and lighter – it's more refined in pretty much every way. The new screen ratio makes it more usable when closed, the crease is less annoying, and the design finally feels modern and competitive with what we've seen from Oppo, Honor, Vivo and Huawei. If there's one area of concern, it's the battery. The Fold 7 still uses the same 4,400mAh cell as before, and that might end up being a limiting factor, especially for heavier users. I'm also not sure what type of impact the new Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy will have on power consumption. In other words, it would've been nice to see silicon-carbon battery tech here, but here's what – let's hold final judgment until we've tested it properly on the PhoneArena Battery Test. Sadly, the Galaxy Fold 7 is also getting more expensive. It now starts at $2,000 for the base model with 256GB storage and 12GB RAM. The 512GB version comes in at $2120, and the top-tier 1TB variant jumps to $2420 but finally brings 16GB of RAM to the table. Pre-orders are open now, and Samsung is expected to start shipping units on July 25. The silver lining here is that Samsung also tends to offer strong pre-order deals and trade-in values, so be sure to check your options before hitting that buy button. What do you think about the Galaxy Fold 7 ? Is Samsung finally catching up, or even pulling ahead in the foldables game? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase This offer is not available in your area.
