Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7/Flip7 Lead the Way: Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Foldable Phone Lineup!

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7/Flip7 Lead the Way: Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Foldable Phone Lineup!The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 foldable phones recently received their China 3C certification, with model numbers officially confirmed as SM-F9660 and SM-F7660. Now, new reports indicate that these highly anticipated foldable devices will be among the first to be pre-installed with the One UI 8

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7/Flip7 Lead the Way: Sneak Peek at the Upcoming Foldable Phone Lineup!

The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 foldable phones recently received their China 3C certification, with model numbers officially confirmed as SM-F9660 and SM-F7660. Now, new reports indicate that these highly anticipated foldable devices will be among the first to be pre-installed with the One UI 8.0 operating system, promising users a smoother and more intelligent experience.

Reportedly, One UI 8.0 is a deeply customized version of Google's Android 16, expected to be released in June or July this year. As is customary, Google is anticipated to fully showcase the core functionality upgrades of Android 16 at the I/O Developer Conference scheduled for May 20-21. Google has already released three Android 16 beta versions for developers to adapt and optimize.

While Samsung has not officially announced the specific release date for the new Galaxy Z series, based on previous release patterns, the new devices are highly likely to launch within weeks of the stable release of Android 16. This means consumers can anticipate Samsung's next-generation foldable phones in late summer or early fall this year.

Combining recent leaks from various sources, the Samsung Galaxy Flip7 is expected to be slightly larger in size, measuring 166.6 x 75.2 x 6.9mm. In terms of design, the Galaxy Flip7 will adopt a more visually striking "full-screen" cover display, with the outer screen size increasing from 3.6 inches in the previous generation to nearly 4 inches, bringing a more convenient and richer information display. The internal screen size will also increase from 6.7 inches to 6.8 inches, further enhancing the user's visual experience.

Regarding core specifications, the Samsung Galaxy Flip7 is expected to be powered by the high-performance Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (Overclocked/Exclusive version) or the Exynos 2500 chip, although the former is more likely. In addition, the phone will feature 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of storage to meet users' performance and storage needs.

In terms of the camera system, the Samsung Galaxy Flip7 is expected to continue with the dual-camera setup of the previous generation, namely a 50MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera. However, Samsung may upgrade the sensors to improve image quality and imaging effects.

As for the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 large foldable phone, its dimensions are approximately 158.4 x 143.1 x 4.5mm. Sources say that to achieve a lighter and thinner design, Samsung will innovate in SPen technology, abandoning the long-used digitizer structure, thereby saving 0.3mm in thickness on each side of the display panel.

Consequently, in the unfolded state, the Galaxy Z Fold7 will be just 4.5mm thick, while in the folded state, its thickness will be 9.5mm (including camera bump) or 9.0mm (excluding camera bump), 3mm thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold6 and 0.4mm thinner than the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition. This significant reduction in thickness will greatly improve the portability and grip of the Galaxy Z Fold7.

In terms of screen, the Galaxy Z Fold7 is expected to feature an approximately 8.2-inch internal screen and a 6.5-inch external screen. This would make it one of the largest book-style foldable phones currently available, promising users a more immersive visual experience.

In terms of performance, the Galaxy Z Fold7 is expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy (Overclocked/Exclusive version) chip optimized for Samsung devices, providing even more powerful performance. In addition, the phone will feature a 4400mAh battery and is expected to bring surprises in terms of battery life.

In terms of camera, the main camera of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is expected to be upgraded to 200MP, and will also be equipped with a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 10MP telephoto lens. On the outer screen, the phone will feature a 10MP selfie camera, while on the inner screen, it will use a 4MP under-display camera.

At the same time, sources say that Samsung is working on developing and designing a better SPen for the Galaxy Z Fold7. The new SPen will feature a thicker nib, making writing and drawing on the folding screen easier and more comfortable, and significantly improving the writing experience. However, the specific size of the new SPen and whether it supports Bluetooth functionality are currently unknown.

Notably, in addition to the two highly anticipated new devices mentioned above, Samsung will also add an entry-level foldable phone the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE.

According to sources, the international version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE phone will be model number SM-F761B and will use the same Exynos 2400e chip as the Galaxy S24 FE, with 8GB of RAM as standard.

In terms of screen, the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is expected to feature a 3.4-inch outer screen and a 6.7-inch inner screen. Its dimensions are 165.1 x 71.7 x 7.4mm, slightly thicker than the Galaxy Z Flip6 (6.9mm).

In terms of camera, the new Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will feature a dual-camera setup consisting of a 12MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera, while the front camera will be 10MP.

In terms of battery, the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE's built-in battery capacity may remain at 3700mAh, slightly lower than the current Galaxy Z Flip6's 4000mAh and the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip7's 4300mAh.

Industry analysts believe that this FE model is expected to be the most affordable model in Samsung's foldable product line. Referring to the current starting price of around 1099 euros for the Galaxy Z Flip6, the price of the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is likely to drop to the 1000 euro (approximately 7887 yuan) range. If this prediction is true, the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will further lower the barrier for consumers to experience foldable phones, thereby promoting the widespread adoption of the foldable phone market.

The release of Samsung's next-generation foldable phones will undoubtedly bring more choices for consumers, while also setting new standards in technological innovation and user experience. As the release date approaches, let us look forward to the official launch of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7 series and its FE version, and witness the future development trends of foldable phones.