Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Hands-On: Enhanced Camera And Larger Displays

Samsung’s summer Unpacked event in New York City has brought its foldables game to a new level with the official unveiling of the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Announced alongside the flagship Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the next-generation Galaxy Watch 8 series, the Z Flip 7 stands out as Samsung’s boldest take yet on what a compact foldable can be,  smarter, and brighter than ever.

The Z Flip 7 takes Samsung’s already popular flip form factor and supercharges it with next-gen AI, a larger cover screen, upgraded cameras, and thoughtful design tweaks.

The Biggest FlexWindow Yet

The Flip’s iconic cover screen — now called the FlexWindow — gets its most significant upgrade ever. It’s an edge-to-edge 4.1-inch Super AMOLED panel that’s not only larger than last year’s but also brighter, sharper, and smoother. With 2,600 nits of peak brightness, Samsung promises that the FlexWindow stays visible on the brightest summer days, thanks to the new Vision Booster technology. A smoother 120Hz refresh rate is now available on the cover screen as well, matching the fluidity of the main display.

AI on Your Cover Screen

Gemini Live can check directly the video on the display to provide insights – Here the user asks for advice about clothing in relation to the weather

One of the Flip 7’s biggest party tricks is how much you can do without ever opening it. Samsung is leaning hard into Galaxy AI, and the Z Flip 7 is its first flip phone to run Gemini right on the FlexWindow. Need to ask Gemini for a weather update, search your calendar, or tweak your itinerary? You can do it all hands-free using the side button and the redesigned Flex Mode.

Gemini Live even makes your camera smarter: point the Flip at your outfit and ask Gemini for style advice, or show it your packed suitcase and get travel suggestions. It’s the kind of context-aware AI integration that hints at where mobile assistants are heading — and here, it’s literally at your fingertips.

Samsung’s new Now Bar and Now Brief also arrive on the FlexWindow. These glanceable widgets surface proactive updates, such as traffic alerts, event reminders, and commute times — a small but thoughtful touch that means you might open your phone even less during the day.

Inside: A Bigger Main Screen, Slimmer Design

Unfold the Z Flip 7 and you’re greeted by a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, slightly larger and wider than its predecessor. This small change brings a big boost for typing, scrolling through social feeds, or streaming videos, putting it closer to the screen real estate of a standard flagship like the Galaxy S25+.

Despite its larger display and cover screen, the Z Flip 7 is actually Samsung’s slimmest Flip yet when folded, down to just 13.7mm thick. Samsung achieved this by completely re-engineering the internal components, packing the printed circuits onto a single side of the circuit board. The new Armor Flex Hinge is up to 30% slimmer. Waterproofing has been integrated directly into the circuit board for a more compact design, and the entire product still maintains an IP48 rating for water and dust resistance.

Hardware and Battery

This is also the most powerful Flip ever. It’s powered by Samsung’s latest 3nm processor, promising faster performance, better AI workloads, and greater efficiency. The Flip 7’s battery is larger too — up 300mAh from last year to a healthy 4,300mAh, good for an estimated 31 hours of video playback on a single charge.

Another headline feature: for the first time on a Flip, Samsung DeX is supported. Prop it up, plug into a monitor, and the Flip 7 becomes a surprisingly capable mini workstation. It’s a nod to how Samsung sees the Flip as more than just a stylish foldable — it’s now a productivity device too.

Camera System, A Selfie Powerhouse

Of course, for many Flip fans, the camera remains the biggest draw. Samsung knows it, and has given the Z Flip 7 a serious camera upgrade. Around back, you get a 50MP wide lens and a 12MP ultra-wide, all powered by the new Pro Visual Engine. This next-gen image processor intelligently optimizes everything from skin tones to background blur, delivering natural portraits and sharp night shots.

For video shooters, there’s 10-bit HDR by default — meaning richer colors and better contrast in bright or tricky lighting. And because it’s a Flip, the main cameras double as the ultimate selfie shooter. Frame your shot on the FlexWindow, adjust the new Zoom Slider with one hand, and capture the perfect angle — all without ever opening the phone.

Need help framing a group shot? FlexCam’s Auto Zoom automatically keeps everyone perfectly in frame, while the Dual Preview feature shows the shot to both the photographer and the subject at once.

Style That’s Personal

Samsung knows Flip fans love to make their device their own. This year’s FlexWindow ups the ante with auto-generated wallpapers, emoji, and color customization, and clever new stretch clocks that wrap around your photos without blocking them. It’s an aesthetic playground for personalization.

Security and Support

AI also means more to protect, so Samsung is doubling down on privacy with Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP), creating secure, app-specific storage vaults for sensitive data. Meanwhile, post-quantum cryptography is integrated into Secure Wi-Fi, providing an additional layer of protection.

And for the accident-prone? Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss means same-day cracked screen or back glass repairs and even device replacement if needed.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Samsung has expanded its foldable lineup with the introduction of the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, designed to make the flip phone experience accessible to more users. Compact when folded and more spacious when open, the Z Flip7 FE features a 6.7-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Main Screen (2640 x 1080) with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate for smooth scrolling and viewing. The 3.4-inch Super AMOLED Cover Screen (720 x 748) provides quick access to essential information, including weather updates, daily schedules, and commute alerts through Samsung’s Now Brief feature.

For photography, the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is equipped with a 50MP wide-angle rear camera with Dual Pixel AF and OIS, alongside a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and a 10MP front-facing camera for clear selfies and video calls. Flex Mode allows hands-free shooting by propping the device open at an angle.

Under the hood, the Flip7 FE is powered by the Exynos 2400 processor, available with either 8GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of internal storage, depending on the model and region. It is powered by a 4,000mAh (typical) dual battery, supports wired fast charging up to 50% in around 30 minutes with a 25W adapter (sold separately), Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, and Wireless PowerShare.

The device maintains durability with an IP48 rating for water and dust resistance, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and an Armor Aluminum frame. It comes with Android 16 and Samsung’s One UI 8 out of the box, along with the latest Samsung Knox security platform and Knox Vault for enhanced data protection.

Connectivity features include 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth v5.4, and it supports both Nano SIM and eSIM configurations. The Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will be available in Black and White color options, with exact availability varying by market.

Pricing and Availability

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 starts at $1,099.99 and is available for pre-order today in Jet Black, Blue Shadow, and Coral Red, with an online-exclusive Mint option available if you order directly from Samsung. Storage starts at 256GB, with a 512GB model for power users. For budget-minded foldable fans, the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE lands at $899.99.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Mint version

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