Samsung introduces the new generation of its foldable smartphones: the Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Galaxy Z Fold4. The first folds and folds vertically on itself, taking inspiration from clamshell models. And the second also folds and folds, turning into a tablet. The Galazy Z Fold4 is designed more for productivity; The Galaxy Z Flip4 catches the eye with its looks. This new version mainly fixes the shortcomings of the previous “foldable” smartphone models.
The Galaxy Z Flip4 includes several new features, including a camera, a more powerful battery, and plenty of customization options. For its part, the Galaxy Z Fold4 is characterized by a modular design and larger screens. It also includes multitasking features like a PC, better photo tech, and a more powerful processor.
Galaxy ZFlip4
Favorites functions have been optimized. Simply open the Galaxy Z Flip4 partially to activate the FlexCam so you can film videos or take photos from different angles while keeping your hands free and then share them on social networks. Thanks to the partnership between Samsung and Meta, the FlexCam has been optimized for the most popular social networks, including Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook. The external monitor’s Quick Shot mode has been improved and now allows you to take a portrait selfie or preview your shots while preserving the original format. With Quick Shot it’s also possible to start video recording in the classic way and then switch to Flex mode to continue recording hands-free.
The 6.7-inch FullHD+ screen has a 120Hz refresh rate. The small screen on the back is 1.9-inches to display notifications once the device is closed.
The Galaxy Z Flip4 also features two new photo modules with a more sensitive 12-megapixel ultra and wide-angle sensor for 65% brighter shots. The front sensor has 10 megapixels. The software photo editing is based on the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor.
This 5G model has been designed to be used without opening it. New widgets allow you to make calls, reply to a message or even use SmartThings right from the external screen.
The autonomy of the Galaxy Z Flip4 has been increased and the charging times increased thanks to a 3700 mAh battery. The Galaxy Z Flip4 is now fast charging capable and will charge up to 50% in about 30 minutes.
The design of the Galaxy Z Flip4 features a slimmer hinge, more angled edges and glass surfaces that elegantly contrast with a shiny metal frame. The Z Flip can be fully customised, both inside and out. For example, the Galaxy themes available for the outer and inner displays come in multiple fonts with custom icons and themes. It is also possible to configure the external display with new clocks and new backgrounds offered in different formats (images, GIFs and even videos).
Galaxy Z Fold4
The Galaxy Z Fold4 is the first Android 12L smartphone, a version of Android specially designed by Google for large screens, including foldable screens.
Like a PC, the Galaxy Z Fold4 features a new taskbar at the bottom of the screen for quick access to the most frequently used applications. Multitasking also becomes more intuitive thanks to new swipe gestures to, for example, switch from full screen mode to pop-up windows or even split the screen into two parts and access more multitasking options.
Google apps, including Chrome and Gmail, now support drag-and-drop to quickly copy/paste links, photos, or other items from one app to another. With Google Meet, more participants can connect and share activities together, e.g. B. Watching YouTube videos or playing games during a video call. The entire Microsoft Office suite and Outlook also use the foldable screen to display more information and interact with content faster. As for the S Pen, it slides discreetly into the shell.
The Galaxy Z Fold4 features a high-end photo engine with a 50 MP sensor coupled with a wide-angle lens and Space Zoom x30. Many photo modes have been specifically designed to take full advantage of the design of the Galaxy Z Fold4, including the Capture View mode with its double preview – on one side the overview of the photo and on the other side the zoomed part or taking selfies with the reversing camera.
The 7.6-inch main screen has an adaptive refresh rate of 120Hz and an under-screen camera that’s forgotten due to sub-pixel compaction. The most popular social networks like Facebook are optimized for a big-screen experience that makes content even more enjoyable to view. With Flex mode, you can open a streaming app like Netflix and watch a video hands-free. The touchpad, also available for non-optimized applications, allows more precise access to certain commands, in particular to pause, fast forward, rewind or resume playing a video or to zoom in or out .
It features a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor and 5G technology. The ergonomics have also been revised to make it easier to operate the external screen with one hand: the Galaxy Z Fold4 is lighter, its hinge is thinner and the edges of the external screen have been reduced in favor of a wider screen.
In addition to the aluminum armor that composes their frames, their screens are also stronger: the external screens and the back of the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 are made of Gorilla Glass Victus+, while the internal screens are more robust to allow optimization of the Structure of the different layers that make them up. IPX8 certified, both models are water-repellent and protected in the rain.
The Galaxy Z Flip4 and Galaxy Z Fold4 are equipped with a multitasking mode that allows you to work on multiple applications at the same time, or even with the flex mode feature to participate in hands-free video conferences. Similarly, Samsung DeX allows users to view content from their Galaxy Z Fold4 on an external display such as a monitor, meeting room screen or smart TV while enjoying a smooth and easy-to-use desktop interface. This connection can be made via an HDMI cable or wirelessly via the WiFi network.
availability and colors
The Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4 will be released on August 26th. The Galaxy Z Fold4 is available in 3 versions: 128GB/8GB (1109€), 256GB/8GB (1169€) and 512GB/8GB (1289€). As with the Galaxy Z Flip4, 3 versions are also available: 256GB/8GB (€1,799), 512GB/8GB (€1,919) and 1TB/8GB (€2,159). During the pre-order period (until 25 August 24:00 CET), buyers of a Galaxy Z Fold4 or Galaxy Z Flip4 benefit from a bonus of €200 or €150 on the trade-in of their old device.
The Galaxy Z Fold4 is available in black, ivory and anthracite. It’s also available in Bordeaux, as well as a 1TB version exclusively on the Samsung website. The Galaxy Z Flip4 has matte surfaces. It is available in rose gold, blue, graphite and lavender. The Galaxy Z Flip4 is also available as a customized edition exclusively on the Samsung website. Simply choose the color of the front and back, frame and hinge from 75 combinations.
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