As per various reports, Samsung is expected to launch its next-generation Galaxy Z foldables earlier than usual this year. Leaks and rumors about the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5 have started gathering pace in recent weeks. Both the upcoming offerings were spotted in CAD leaked renders. However, the renders of the brand’s next-generation clamshell foldable i.e. the Galaxy Z Flip 5 missed a key detail as per publication SamMobile who has shared a video to demonstrate how things could work.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 secondary display may not look like a folder icon when turned off
The leaked renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 revealed a large secondary display positioned just below the camera sensors. The screen is squarish and has a unique folder-like icon design. This is to ensure enough space for the dual rear camera setup at the top left of the back panel. However, this also meant that the folder cutout would be visible at all times.
As per SamMobile, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will have a black back panel like the Z Flip 4 and 3. This would negate the folder-like cutout when the screen is not lit up which would have otherwise looked weird. The above-embedded video also shows how this would work. The publication says that Samsung wouldn’t opt for such a design without thinking about how it will look in action.
With the Galaxy Z Flip 5, Samsung seems to join the bandwagon of launching a clamshell flip phone with a larger secondary display. The OPPO Find N2 Flip and Vivo X Flip have larger than 3-inch cover screens. Even the forthcoming Motorola Razr is confirmed to get a larger secondary display.
The larger secondary display on the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will be a significant upgrade from its predecessor.
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