Following the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Flip 5 series, the One UI 6.0 Beta is finally here for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3. The update is now available for users in South Korea. Bundling the latest advancements, the One UI 6.0 Beta update is gradually rolling out to most Samsung Galaxy Smartphones.

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Galaxy Z Fold 3/Galaxy Z Flip 3 Update Details

Both smartphone users can opt for One UI 6.0 Beta by heading to the Samsung Members App on their Phone. The users must tap on the One UI 6.0 Beta update banner and follow on-screen instructions. The Beta update is limited to a few users, so interested users might hurry as it is mostly based on a first come first serve basis.

Upon successful registration, the users will receive the beta update, which can be checked by navigating to Settings > Software Update > Download and Install. The update weighs around 3GB in size and offers several new changes and enhancements. It does bring some bugs too, and is not recommended for normal users.

Before opting to upgrade, ensure you have ample battery charge and storage left on your phone.

There are many new features that are part of the One UI 6.0. The new Android 14-based skin brings design changes to the Quick Panel, Notification design, and a whole new Media Player widget. There’s a new modern and elegant font. Lockscreen has received major updates in terms of customization. For a more detailed list of features, make sure to check our list of changes on OneUI 6.0.

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According to a recent report that has surfaced online, Samsung has started releasing an October Security update for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 smartphones.

For those unaware, the company released this smartphone in August 2021 with Android 11 pre-installed. The device was later upgraded to Android 12 in the same year and Android 13 in late 2022. The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is also highly expected to receive the One UI 6.0 update when it arrives.

The update is currently available to download on the Galaxy Z Flip 3 smartphones in limited countries. For example, Colombia, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, and Trinidad & Tobago. The patch arrives with a build version of F711BXXS6FWI1. It is worth mentioning that the patch is majorly focused on security and does not bring any UI improvements or new features. Samsung was able to fix major security vulnerabilities like the breaches where the breachers were able to execute harmful viruses through the Wi-Fi networks.

Furthermore, the October security update first landed on the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 and is slowly making its way to other smartphones as well. Those who are eligible for the update can head over to Settings > Software Update > Download and Install. The company has yet to reveal when the patch will be available for other countries. However, we expect the other countries to receive the update soon. So stay tuned.

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Samsung has recently rolled out the June 2023 security update for its popular foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. This update brings the latest firmware versions, F711BXXU5EWF1 and F721BXXU3CWE6, to the devices in the UK. While the update primarily focuses on enhancing security, it doesn’t introduce any new features or performance enhancements.

What’s new in this June 2023 security update?

The June 2023 security patch addresses a total of 64 security flaws across various Galaxy smartphones and tablets. Out of these, 53 fixes are sourced from Google, targeting vulnerabilities found in Android devices. Among them, three are classified as critical, while the remaining 50 are marked as highly important. Additionally, Samsung has included 11 fixes to address security vulnerabilities specific to its own devices.

Samsung has provided details about three of the 11 vulnerabilities, referred to as SVEs or Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures. However, the remaining vulnerabilities will be disclosed once all Galaxy devices have received the June 2023 security patch or subsequent updates. These particular flaws affect Galaxy devices running Android 11, Android 12, and Android 13. One vulnerability impacts devices utilizing Exynos chips, while the others pertain to flaws in Knox and its CC (Common Criteria) mode.

To check for the new update on your Galaxy Z Flip 3 or Z Flip 4 in the UK, simply navigate to the Settings menu and select the Software Update section. From there, tap on “Download and Install” to initiate the update process.

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 was released in 2021 and initially shipped with Android 11. It subsequently received updates to Android 12 in late 2021 and Android 13 in late 2022. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 debuted in 2022 with Android 12 and was later updated to Android 13 in late 2022. Users of these devices can now benefit from the enhanced security provided by the latest June 2023 security patch from Samsung.

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Samsung is offering some great deals on a couple of its products. These deals extend to Amazon and its official Samsung Shop platform and includes offers for the Galaxy S22, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy S20 FE, and even the Galaxy Watch 4. So here are all of the details regarding the new discounted prices.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3

One of the more notable deals is undoubtedly one of the best deals being offered right now. The South Korean tech giant has made the Galaxy Z Flip 3 model available for a price tag of 42,999 INR for its base 8GB + 128GB variant. This model is an older foldable smartphone from the brand but its a great deal considering flexible display phones are quite expensive. Furthermore, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 was originally launched in India for over twice the current discounted price tag.

Keep in mind that this deal is inclusive of all discounts and offers. The device is currently listed for a price tag of 49,999 INR. Although, Samsung is offering an additional discount via 5,000 INR Instant Bank on HDFC credit card holders. Similarly, there is also a Shop App Welcome voucher discount worth 2,000 INR, and up to a 15,000 INR exchange offer on your current phone. All of this can be availed on the Shop App.

Galaxy S22

The Samsung Galaxy S22 is the brand’s flagship smartphone from last year. In other words, it still offers great value overall in terms of specs and performance. Now, it is also a good deal in terms of overall pricing. The Galaxy S22 can be purchased for as low as 51,999 INR, which makes it a sweet deal for those looking for a flagship grade handset.

Notably, the base model of the device was initially launched in India for a price tag of 72,999 INR. At the moment, it is currently listed for a price tag of 57,999 INR. However, the sale will bring the price down by 6,000 INR. This deal is thanks to the actual price cut as well as bank offers. You can avail this deal via Amazon during its Amazon Great Summer Sale 2023 promotional event in India. Another great flagship phone that went on discount during sale period is the iQOO 11 model on Amazon.

Galaxy S20 FE

Another older Galaxy S series smartphones that went on sale is the Galaxy S20 FE. For those unaware, the device is a Fan Edition model and was launched as smartphone that offers a flagship experience at a budget. However, the S20 FE model is a couple of years old now, but it should still be quite capable even when compared to upper mid range devices in the current market.

It offers various high end features despite having a relatively affordable price tag of just 24,999 INR. Again, this includes a 2,000 Instant Bank cashback for HDFC Card holders. There is also an exchange offer that brings the price down by up to 16,000 INR.

Galaxy Watch 4 LTE

Lastly, we have the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, which is an LTE enabled smartwatch. This model is currently listed on the Shop App for a price of 12,990 INR. However, there are various offers on this smartwatch on the app that brings its price down to its cheapest ever since its launch. One can avail an instant bank discount of 1,000 INR as well as up to a 2,000 INR discount on the Shop App Welcome Benefit, which can bring its price tag down to under 10,000 INR.

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South Korean Tech Giant Samsung has started rolling out the latest November 2022 update for its foldable lineup of smartphones. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and 4 have started receiving the latest security patch update. The brand had promised up to 5 years of security patches and keeping up to their word, the latest monthly patch update for their foldable smartphones is out. It fixed tons of software-based glitches and bugs.

The latest November 2022 security patch for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 arrives with the build number F926U1TBS2DVJ1. The OTA update is currently rolling out to all the carrier networks in the US. On the other hand, the update for Galaxy Z Flip 4 arrives with the build number F721BXXS1AVJE. The update for the Flip 4 smartphone is currently rolling out to users in Ireland. The update fixes tons of privacy and security-related bugs present on the UI.

Last but not the least, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 has got the November 2022 security patch update with the firmware build F711U1TBS3EVJ2. The update is currently available to all the carrier networks in the US markets. The November patch for Z Flip 3 also fixes some security and privacy-related bugs present here and there. If you haven’t received the OTA update yet, you can check for it manually by going into Settings >> Software update >> Download and Install.

If the update is still not showing up for you, you can wait for a few more days. Sometimes, the batch rollout of the update does take quite a long time. However, fret not, you will receive the update. Keeping checking for updates on your smartphone at regular intervals.

All three of the top-tier foldable smartphones are expected to receive the most recent OneUI 5 version, which is based on Android 13, on or around December 2022. It is expected that the Fold 4 smartphone would receive the upgrade before any foldable, followed by the Galaxy Z Flip 4, the Fold 3, and the Flip 3. We’ll keep you up-to-date as soon as the software update becomes available for the devices.

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Samsung has been running the Android 13-based One UI 5.0 beta program for multiple smartphones across different regions for the last few weeks. However, the company is yet to reveal the list of eligible devices and update rollout plan.

Ahead of that, a report has now emerged detailing the handsets that may get access to the latest version of Android before 2023. Let’s check out which Samsung phones will be the first to receive the One UI 5.0 stable update.

According to a report by SamMobile, Samsung will update two generations of its flagship smartphones to One UI 5.0 stable based on Android 13 by the end of 2022. What’s more interesting is that the South Korean tech giant will also deliver this update to a mid-ranger during this same period.

The device in question is none other than Galaxy A53. If this is true, then, the A53 will become the first A series phone to receive the latest Android update alongside the flagships.

With that out of the way, here’s the list of Samsung handsets that are said to get Android 13 stable update before 2023.

• Galaxy Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Fold 3
• Galaxy Z Flip 4
• Galaxy Z Flip 3
• Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S21 Ultra
• Galaxy S22 Plus
• Galaxy S21 Plus
• Galaxy S22
• Galaxy S21
• Galaxy A53

Though Samsung’s update plan seems good based on this report, it actually falls behind Oppo’s. The latter has already rolled out the Android 13 stable update for its as well as OnePlus’ 2022 flagships.

Anyway, Samsung is ahead of all Android OEMs in terms of longer support. It is the only brand to offer 4 generations of Android updates and 5 years of security updates.

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Samsung recently launched its new foldable devices in the market dubbed the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4. These devices came with multiple hardware upgrades, but the main attraction was the improvements made on the software front.

Now, these new features are also coming to the previous gen Galaxy foldable like the Z Fold 3, Z Fold 2, and Z Fold as well as the Z Flip 3, Z Flip 2, and the Z Flip via the OneUI 4.1.1 update based on Android 12L.

The update brings the convenient Taskbar feature to all the large screen foldable. It is basically a PC-like taskbar at the bottom center of the display that everything you need within easy reach.

You can also drag and drop any app you want to open from the Taskbar on top of an already open app, which will result in the app opening in a split view. The update also includes Dual Preview, which lets the subject see the shot simultaneously on the cover screen.

On the Galaxy Z Flip series, Quick Shot allows you to see the preview and capture images in their true ratio on the cover screen. The Galaxy Z Flip series gets new Cover Screen features with One UI 4.1.1, allowing you to accomplish more without unlocking your phone. Call a friend, return missed calls, and respond to texts using voice-to-text and emoticons from the Cover Screen. Among the new Quick Setting, options are Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, airplane mode, and a flashlight.

The update also includes the August 1 security patch. The update has started rolling out as of yesterday for all the users across the world. It is expected to arrive on all Samsung foldables in the coming days.

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The foldable form factor has finally matured, with plenty of mainstream brands releasing their own versions in recent months. Companies like Samsung, OPPO, Vivo, Motorola, and even Huawei have released multiple foldables over the past couple of years, increasing the number of options consumers have in this niche segment. And as years pass by and the technology gets better, we can expect even mid-range and low-end brands to get into this particular segment. 

If you are looking for a foldable smartphone in 2022, there are plenty of options to choose from, especially if you live in China. However, even international consumers have a variety of options, in a couple of form factors like a vertical or a horizontal folding design. 

So let’s take a look at some of the Best Foldable Smartphones of 2022. 

Galaxy Z Fold3

Samsung has been the pioneer of foldables ever since the form factor first made its entry into the market. The Z Fold3 is the third generation foldable device from the company, and we can finally say that there’s a near-perfect foldable in the market. It improves the built and hinge quality and even comes with water resistance, assuring the stability of its design. What’s more, you can even add in a stylus (which has to be bought separately), making full use of its 7-inch+ unfolded screen. 

The cover display also gets bumped up with a high-resolution panel and a 120Hz refresh rate, while the main display inside gets a dynamic AMOLED panel and a class-leading under-display camera. 

Clearly, the Galaxy Z Fold3 is the pinnacle of foldable technology in 2022, and starting at $200 less than its predecessor, it’s a phone worthy of recommendation, i.e. if it’s within your budget. 

Galaxy Z Fold 2

Fret not if the Galaxy Z Fold3 is not within your budget. Last year’s Z Fold 2 is a competitive device for its current price, and 2021’s best foldable is still worth buying in 2022. 

The phone features a similar form factor as the Z Fold3, a 7.6-inch internal display, and a 6.2-inch cover screen (albeit with lower resolution). While the phone is heavier and bulkier than its successor, it still features most of the features of the new device, especially after the recent software updates. So, if you want a foldable that’s slightly cheaper than the Z Fold3, this would be your best bet for multitasking and productivity tasks. 

However, if you can extend your budget by a couple of hundred dollars, we would still recommend the Z Fold3, as it’s the best horizontal folding device in the market right now. 

Galaxy Z Flip3

Flip phones have made a comeback, in the form of vertical folding smartphones. So there’s no surprise that a lot of consumers have a preference for this clamshell design over the regular horizontal folding devices. 

The third generation Galaxy Z Flip3 is the best vertical folding device that you can get in the market right now. The upgrades from last year’s model like a larger 1.9-inch cover display and IPX8 certification (much like the Z Fold3) make it a significantly better device than its predecessors. On the inside, you get a 6.7-inch AMOLED 120Hz panel with a Snapdragon 888 chip and 8GB of RAM. And considering the discounted starting price of the device, we can easily recommend the Z Flip3 to those who are looking for a compact and relatively cheaper foldable in the market.

Note that, like all other clamshell foldables, battery life is still one of its weakest departments. The charging speed isn’t great either at 15W wired charging, but you do get 10W wireless charging support. 

Huawei Mate XS

The Huawei Mate XS may have seen a limited international release, but the phone is an excellent foldable if you can live without Google apps. 

The phone continues on its outward folding design, bringing a single large 8-inch screen that folds out to make for a 6.6-inch cover display. Yes, this design is pretty unique and a different approach from the Samsung foldable. With a Kirin 990 chip, 8GB RAM, 512GB storage and 40MP led quad-cameras taking care of the specs department, the Huawei Mate XS is a pretty powerful foldable, despite launching a couple of years ago. 

If not for the lack of Google App support, the Mate XS would have received a much more widespread release. That said, the phone is still pretty hard to get. So, despite being a pretty good foldable, you’ll most likely have to opt for a device from another brand. 

Moto Razr 2020 5G

Motorola brought back the Razr series to life with the Razr foldable lineup a couple of years back. And the company’s last Razr clamshell foldable, the Razr 2020 is still a decent device in 2022. The company builds on the clamshell form factor with a larger 2.7-inch external display that’s bigger than its Samsung rival with an internal 6.2-inch panel. It’s powered by a mid-range Snapdragon 765G processor with up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. There is one 48MP shooter with OIS on the back and a 20MP selfie shooter. 

Like other clamshell foldables, the battery is again one of its drawbacks. However, with the occasional discounts, the phone can be purchased for under $1000, which would make it a decent alternative to the Galaxy Z Flip3. 

Royole FlexPai 2

The Royole FlexPai stole the thunder from the big brands back in 2018 when it announced the first foldable smartphone. A lot of us were surprised to hear a small-time brand making the big headlines, but honestly, the first generation was far from perfect. Luckily, the company’s second generation model, the FlexPai 2, improves on all the aspects of the initial generation and is better suited for daily use. The company follows Huawei’s approach in using an outward folding design and comes with productivity features like split screen viewing on its large 7.8-inch display.  

With a better build quality and design than the initial generation, the Royole FlexPai 2 can be an alternative to the big brands if you live in China. 

Huawei P50 Pocket

Huawei’s Galaxy Z Flip3 rival, the Huawei P50 Pocket saw a wider international release than its predecessors. The device comes with a form factor similar to the Z Flip3, featuring a premium design, an excellent camera setup, and a no-crease 6.9-inch OLED display on the inside. The design especially is the stand-out feature of the device and is even considered by some, to be better than its Galaxy rival. Notably, it also comes with a relatively large 4000mAh battery with 40W charging, a rarity in its segment. 

However, the lack of Google apps, limited availability, and 4G-only support will still hamper the phone’s chances of shining in this market. Also, even if you find it listed online, it’s likely to be way more expensive than its Galaxy rival. 

If you live in China, you have a bunch of additional foldable options in the market. And we feel it’s worth checking out the recently announced OPPO Find N (review). 

OPPO Find N

OPPO’s first foldable, the OPPO Find N is pretty impressive considering its robust built quality, a powerful triple camera setup that’s comparable to high-end devices, and excellent battery life. Most notably, the phone features a wider 5.5-inch cover screen with an 18:9 aspect ratio, unlike its rivals in the segment with a weird aspect ratio. On the inside, you have a pretty large 7.1-inch 120Hz tablet-like display with Gorilla Glass Victus protection. 

Under the hood, the phone comes with last year’s Snapdragon 888 with up to 12GB of RAM, so it’s never going to be short of power. It also features a large 4500mAh battery with 33W wired and 15W wireless charging. Unfortunately, it lacks water resistance, unlike its Galaxy rival. 

Another big drawback of the phone as I mentioned above is its limited China availability. But if you want to get one, you can resort to international retailers like Giztop to order one for yourself outside of China.

We have also seen more foldables from smartphone brands like Xiaomi and Honor. But the above list contains the foldables that we think are the best options in 2022. 

If you think we missed any specific foldable from this list, let us know in the comments section down below.

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Though there are multiple OEMs selling foldable smartphones, it is Samsung who is leading the market. Primary reasons for this include wider availability, better durability, good software, and most importantly affordability. The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is currently the best-selling foldable phone in the world due to the aforementioned reasons. It looks like the South Korean tech giant wants to continue this momentum with the Galaxy Z Flip 4 by introducing improvements.

One of the drawbacks of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 is its 1.9-inch cover display. Though the external screen is larger than the 1.1-inch panel of the original Galaxy Z Flip and the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, it is still small for better usability.

Samsung wants to fix this issue by implementing a larger cover screen on the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 4. According to Ross Young of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), the external display on the successor of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be bigger than 2-inch.

If this turns out to be true, we can expect the company to allow users to make good use of the larger outer canvas with new software features. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 is also said to house a slightly larger battery than its predecessor.

Having said that, we are still months away from the launch of the new Samsung foldables. Hence, we are looking forward to learning more about them in the coming days. We expect more rumors, leaks, and certifications to emerge soon.

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Although we saw several improvements to foldable smartphones since their origin, the market still feels juvenile. As enticing as it seems, the foldable phone market isn’t everyone’s bet, at least as of yet. Since the market currently only caters to the premium segment. Despite this, as per a report, over 7.1 million foldable devices were shipped in 2021. Isn’t that an impressive figure? Well, this figure is expected to increase by 2025(as per IDC).

According to Internation Data Corporation(IDC), the foldable smartphone market has seen significant growth. In 2020, a total of 1.9 million foldable phones were shipped. This number increased, rather more than tripled in 2021. As for the 2021 stats, the foldable market shipment grew by 264.3% making it a total of 7.1 million shipped devices.

These figures are expected to increase even further as the foldable technology advances and caters even the lower-range segment. IDC says that the foldable phones market will see a compound annual growth rate(CAGR) of 69.9% by 2025.

Samsung plays a major role in the growth of the foldable market as it has two different foldable offerings targeted towards two different markets. Currently, the company has its Galaxy Z Flip3 that offers a compact design while having foldable technology. On the other hand, the Z Fold3 eliminates the need for having a tablet by bringing a large form factor in a foldable phone.

Not just the looks, both devices come powered by the powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset. Both offer good cameras and start at a $999 price tag.

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Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Flip3 BESPOKE Editon in October. This customizable version of the popular clamshell foldable smartphone is limited to certain regions due to the logistics involved. Nearly four months after its initial debut, the special variant of the handset has now made its way to China.

Samsung has extended the availability of the Galaxy Z Flip3 BESPOKE Edition by adding China to the list of countries. Interested people can head over to the official website of the company to order their customized vertical folding smartphone.

Customers can choose from a total of 5 colors for the rear glass panels and two colors for the frame. In other words, Samsung offers a total of 49 color combinations.

This version of the handset comes with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage as standard. It costs the same ¥8,399 ($1,324) for any combination.

Samsung says that the orders will take around 4 weeks to reach the customers. They may even get delayed by 1 or 2 weeks due to unforeseeable circumstances.

If one wants a phone in their desired look, it’s definitely worth the wait. That said, apart from China, the Galaxy Z Flip3 BESPOKE Edition is available in South Korea, US, UK, Germany, France, Canada, and Australia.

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Samsung’s BESPOKE lineup of products offers customizability to consumers. Previously, it was only limited to household appliances. But late last year, the company introduced this option for smartphones, starting with Galaxy Z Flip3. Now, according to rumors, the upcoming Galaxy S22 could also get a Bespoke Edition.

According to a user on Naver (via SamMobile), Samsung is being rumored to release Galaxy S22 Bespoke Editon. As of now, the company hasn’t decided on this matter yet.

It is said that either the South Korean tech giant will offer a Bespoke model or simply sell the handset in those five exclusive colors separately. We expect to learn more about this in the coming days as the launch is nearing.

Bespoke products from Samsung allow customers to customize to some extent. Consumers can choose from a wide variety of color options. Because of the tedious process involved in manufacturing and logistics, these products are only available in select countries.

For Galaxy Z Flip3, Samsung offers five colors for the rear panels and two for the frame. Since the foldable has two rear panels, customers get to choose from 49 color combinations.

On the other hand, the Galaxy S22 is a slab phone, and therefore, it has a single rear panel. Hence, it will likely get around 10 color combinations, unless Samsung adds new colors.

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Last year, Samsung launched the Galaxy S21 Olympic Games Edition in Japan. As the name suggests, the special variant of the handset celebrated the 2020 Summer Olympics Tokyo. Now, ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics Beijing, the South Korean tech giant has released the Galaxy Z Flip3 Olympic Games Edition in China.

The 2022 Winter Olympic Games are scheduled to start on February 4 in Beijing. Hence, to commemorate the occasion, Samsung has launched the Galaxy Z Flip3 Olympic Games Edition in China.

The special version of the foldable smartphone arrives in a unique ‘Winter Dream White’ color option. The device retains the dual-tone finish with a black-colored bar at the top.

Further, the frame and the hinge feature a gold color finish. There’s also a Samsung as well as the official Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics logo at the bottom part of the rear panel.

Finally, the handset ships with a customized theme, icons, wallpapers, and cover screen clock style.

As far as price is concerned, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Olympic Games Edition costs ¥7,999 ($1,259) in China for 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. The phone is up for pre-order and will start shipping to customers from January 15.

Samsung is also selling a combo called ‘Galaxy Z Flip3 Olympic Games Edition United Set’ priced at ¥9,948 ($1,565). This includes the smartphone and a 32-inch Samsung Smart Monitor M7 4K.

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Samsung has been beta testing One UI 4.0 based on Android 12 for its devices for months. Some of them even started receiving the stable update in November. However, the rollout did not go as expected due to issues. Now, over a month later, the South Korean tech giant has finally fixed those problems and has begun seeding the stable update once again.

The stable Android 12-based One UI 4.0 was first made available for the Galaxy S21 series comprising of Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+, and Galaxy S21 Ultra. The update was later rolled out for the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3.

As mentioned earlier, the update rollout for the aforementioned handsets was halted due to bugs. Samsung seeded out yet another stable release but unfortunately, that also had issues.

It turns out that the compatibility between Google Play System and One UI 4.0 was responsible for the reported issues. The world’s largest smartphone brand has now fixed (via XDA Developers) this problem with the help of a patch from Google.

Hence, the company has now kicked off the One UI 4.0 stable update rollout for the above-mentioned phones with the fix. The update arrives with December 2021 security patches and the following firmware numbers.

• Galaxy S21 Series

  • Global: G99xBXXS3BULC
  • Korea: G99xNKSS3BULC

• Galaxy Z Flip3, Fold3

  • Global: F711xxxS2BUL6
  • Korea: F926xxxS1BUL6

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Back in October, Samsung teamed up with Disney for a couple of Disney and Marvel-branded accessories for the Galaxy Z Flip3. These products were limited to Taiwan. Now, almost two months later, the company has extended this collection to include Star Wars, The Simpsons, National Geographic-branded accessories. This time around, they are exclusive to Malaysia.

Samsung’s Disney-branded accessories for the Galaxy Z Flip3 in Malaysia include silicon cover straps, lanyards, sticker packs, and a cover ring. They are themed after popular franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, The Simpsons, Mickey Mouse, and National Geographic.

All these accessories require an official silicon cover for the Galaxy Z Flip3 sold by Samsung. Hence, users will have to first invest in it.

That said, the below-listed are the entire Galaxy Z Flip3 Disney collection for the Galaxy Z Flip3 and their price in Malaysia.

• Disney Fashion Strap – RM79 ($19)
• Marvel Fashion Strap – RM79 ($19)
• National Geographic Fashion Strap – RM79 ($19)
• Disney Cover Ring Strap – RM79 ($19)
• Star Wars Collection (Fashion Strap, Lanyard, Sticker Pack) – RM159 ($38)
• The Simpsons Collection (Fashion Strap, Lanyard, Sticker Pack) – RM159 ($38)

All of them are sold exclusively on the Samsung Malaysia e-store. The Simpsons collection will be available from late December.

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According to the latest Wave7 research report, the global chip shortage is doing a number on Samsung‘s smartphone market share in the U.S. This is due to the short supply of high-end Samsung Galaxy phones, which has helped increase demand for the Apple iPhone 13 line.

The research was conducted as a survey with 40 representatives of the major carriers, namely Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile. This report aimed to shed light on the sales of smartphones for October by the carriers mentioned above in the United States.

According to 65% of the store representatives, the demand for the iPhone 13 series is higher in October when compared to the demand for iPhone 12 for the same month last year.

Last month, the iPhone made up 72% of Verizon’s smartphone sales, while Samsung accounted for 23%. For AT&T, this number was 76% in favor of iPhone sales, compared to 20% of the Samsung sales. T-Mobile sales also favored Apple, with 66% of iPhones sold against 26% of Samsung devices.

Availability of the iPhone 13 has improved as of November 20th, with plenty of inventory in stock for the iPhone 13 base model. The iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max shipping dates are pushed into December.

The iPhone 13 Pro Max was the top iPhone 13 model, responsible for 20% of sales at Verizon and AT&T and 13% at T-Mobile. On the other hand, Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra was the top-selling phone for Samsung in the month of October. 62% of the carrier reps said that the S21 Ultra was among their top three sellers, while 42% stated that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 was among their top three selling models for the month. Reps say that the iPhone 13 Pro Max and larger-screened phones are doing well as they are being used for video conferences during the pandemic.

With Samsung models in short supply, T-Mobile reps stated that they are offering six OnePlus models as Android alternatives to Samsung. Google Pixel models saw their shares at Verizon and AT&T rise from 1% in September to 3% in October, the phones were released on October 28th, which was too late to impact the survey, and next month’s report will give us much more information.

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The Galaxy Z Flip3 is arguably the hottest foldable smartphone in the market right now. The device is in the news since its debut. That’s because Samsung has been continuously promoting it one way or another. For the latest promotion, the South Korean tech giant has partnered with Marvel and Disney.

Samsung has announced (via SamMobile) two new accessories for the Galaxy Z Flip3 in association with Marvel and Disney. The first one is a Marvel-branded strap and the second one is a Mickey Mouse-shaped ring.

These two products are currently exclusive to Taiwan priced at NT$690 and NT$890 respectively. They can be attached to the official silicon cover for Galaxy Z Flip3 sold by Samsung.

Above all, the new accessories will be only available at Samsung Experience Hall, Samsung Wisdom Hall, and Samsung Mall. The limited availability suggests that the new strap and ring may not make their way to other markets.

At the same time, the company also unveiled six additional straps for Galaxy Z Flip3 designed by local Taiwanese artists. However, the availability of these straps will be only announced in November.

Lastly, the Galaxy Z Flip3-shaped case for Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds Pro, and Galaxy Buds2 also made their debut in Taiwan priced at NT$990.

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The new foldable smartphones from Samsung, namely the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3, are expected to see great sales in the company’s home country. In South Korea alone, sales are projected to cross 1 million units this weekend.

While the latest foldable smartphones were launched back in August 2021, their sales are already set to cross the 1 million mark just a month after their announcement. This marks a major milestone for foldable smartphones, as per industry officials. As per The Korea Herald, the pace of the sales is similar to that of the Galaxy Note 10 and the Galaxy S8 that were two of the fastest smartphone from the company to reach the 1 million mark in South Korea.

Furthermore, pre orders for the new Galaxy Z series of foldable smartphones had reached 920,000 units in just a seven day period. Out of this notable figure, 270,000 of the handsets were activated on the first day of the pre activation period, which is a a record figure for Galaxy smartphones. Notably, the popularity of the two newly launched foldable smartphones has even led to the extension of the early activation  period of the pre ordered Galaxy Z smartphones.

As of right now, the Galaxy Z Flip3, which is a clamshell folding device, has sold twice as much as the Z Fold3 that is the more expensive out of the two and folds like a book. Both device feature top notch specs along with the Fold3 even offering an under display selfie camera setup on the front.

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The recently launched Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3 are the best foldable smartphones to date. They are expected to make the foldable category mainstream. It is evident from the initial sales numbers. According to a report by DSCC, this niche category of phones will explode in the coming quarters.

According to DSCC (Display Supply Chain Consultants), a record 819K foldable smartphones were sold in Q2 2021. The numbers were up by 147% QoQ and 0.8% YoY. The research firm predicts massive growth in the remaining two quarters of this year.

The newly published report by DSCC says that the sales of foldable smartphones will increment by 215% QoQ and 480% YoY to 2.6M units. The growth figures will stand at 46% QoQ, 450% YoY, and 3.8 million units in Q4 2021.

The firm’s updated estimation comes from the launch of Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3 with features like water resistance, stylus support, UPC (Under Panel Camera), and more. As per the report, Samsung reportedly spent a whopping $2 billion for marketing and promotions of these phones to create awareness regarding foldables among consumers.

The new estimated figures also account for upcoming foldable smartphones from OEMs like Google, HONOR, HUAWEI, OPPO, vivo, and Xiaomi in Q4 2021 and Q1 2022. The numbers also take account of cost reduction in the production of foldable panels and UTG (Ultra Thin Glass).

DSCC now predicts the shipments of foldable smartphones to increase 232% in 2021 to 7.5 million units. In 2022, these numbers will be 112% and 15.9 million units, followed by 51 million units in shipments in 2026.

The firm anticipates Samsung to hold a lion share of 85% in the foldable smartphone category in 2021, followed by HUAWEI with a 10% share. Further, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will be the best-selling foldable smartphone of 2021.

Lastly, Samsung Display’s market share in the foldable display market is projected to increase from 83.5% in 2020 to 83.9% in 2021. The panel shipments will surge from 3.2 million units in 2020 to 10.4 million units in 2021.

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Samsung recently launched the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 as its latest foldable smartphones. These devices arrive with a new version of the company’s mobile software called One UI 3.1.1 based on Android 11. The South Korean tech giant has now started rolling out this version of One UI to its older foldable smartphones.

Samsung has begun to seed One UI 3.1.1 update for its previous foldable phones. The software update is currently being rolled out in batches for Galaxy Z Fold2, Galaxy Z Flip 5G, and Galaxy Z Flip. It will be also available for the original Galaxy Fold around a week later.

The new system update brings all the new One UI features that are present on the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3. Most of these features have to be enabled from Settings > Advanced Features > Labs.

One UI 3.1.1 Features

• Drag & Split
• Multi-Active Window and Natural Window Switching
• Rotate All Apps
• Set Aspect Ratio for Apps
• App Split View
• Flex Mode Panel
• Pin Your Favourite Apps with Taskbar
• Cover Screen Mirroring

All the above-listed features help users make use of the foldables’ unique display. Most of these features are targeted at the large screen on the Fold screens. Hopefully, Samsung makes them available for the Galaxy Tab series as well.

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All smartphones use lithium-ion batteries. It’s a known fact that these batteries degrade over time when they are charged up to 100% regularly. Hence, OEMs offer software solutions to slow the degradation. Samsung only used to offer such a feature on its tablets. With the launch of the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3, this feature has now made its way to its smartphones as well.

The Device Care application on the Samsung Galaxy products is responsible for battery, storage, memory, security, and mobile data usage-related settings. This app is equivalent to the MIUI Security application on the Xiaomi group devices.

Under the Battery section, the app has a feature called Protect Battery on the Galaxy Tab series of tablets. Turning this on will limit the charging to 85%. It can help in extending the battery life over the years.

As per SamMobile, this ‘Protect Battery’ feature is now also available on the new Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3. They are the first smartphones from Samsung to come with this feature.

At present, it is not known whether this feature will be made available for other Galaxy smartphones. Because it did not get added on the Galaxy S21 series with the latest so-called One UI 3.1.1 update. Hopefully, Samsung brings ‘Protect Battery’ to its phones as most other OEMs offer a similar feature on their handsets. 

Having said that, 2hat are your thoughts on this battery degradation solution? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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A few days back. Samsung officially announced the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3. The handsets bring minor, yet effective upgrades over their predecessors. Now, as the company has opened pre-orders for these smartphones in some counties, it has also revealed the price for their replacement displays.

According to a report by The Verge, the replacement screens for the inner foldable displays of the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3 cost $369 and $469 respectively in the US. In other words, one can buy a Pixel 5a ($449) for the price of fixing a Galaxy Z Fold3’s broken foldable display.

We know that this comparison is lame but this gives you an idea of how expensive the repair costs are. On the bright side, the replacement screens for the external cover display are cheaper. It costs $99 and $149 for the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Fold3 respectively.

It is worth noting that the above-mentioned prices are only meant for devices that are out of warranty or got damaged by a factor that’s not covered under the warranty period.

Customers can subscribe to the Samsung Care Plus plan, which costs $12.99 to save on repair costs. This plan not only gives two more years of warranty but also three screen repairs per year.

Last but not least, Samsung charges $499 and $549 to repair the foldable displays on the Galaxy Z Flip and the Galaxy Z Fold2. This means the company has actually reduced the price for the repairs of its latest foldable smartphones, just like their price tags.

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During the Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event, Samsung had unveiled its highly anticipate third generation of foldable smartphones, namely the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3. Now, the company has officially revealed the pricing and launch date for the devices in India along with special introductory offers as well.

The Galaxy Z Fold3 5G sports a 7.6 inch Infinity Flex Display and is the first device from the company to feature an under display camera technology. Its display also supports 120Hz adaptive refresh rate on both the primary and external screen. The Fold is also supports S Pen functionality as well. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip3 retains its clamshell design, with a sleek and compact form factor. Both handsets are powered by Qualcomm’s flagship Snapdragon 888 SoC and feature other top notch specs and features.

Aditya Babbar, Director & Head, Mobile Marketing, Samsung India added that “Over the last year, our reliance on technology has grown more than ever before and now, as we reshape our lives, it is critical that we reshape the technology that we use every day. With many firsts like the first under display camera and S Pen on a foldable, as well as IP rated water resistance, the devices are the perfect combination of cutting edge technology and unmatched style.”

Pricing & Availability

Samsung is launching both the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 in two storage variants. This includes:

• Galaxy Fold3 5G (12+256GB): INR 149999 or 2,022 US Dollars (Phantom Black and Phantom Green)
• Galaxy Fold3 5G (12+512GB): INR 157999 or 2,130 US Dollars (Phantom Black and Phantom Green)
• Galaxy Flip 3 5G (8+128GB): INR 84999 or 1,146 US Dollars (Phantom Black and Cream)
• Galaxy Flip 3 5G (8+256GB): INR 88999 or 1,200 US Dollars (Phantom Black and Cream)

Both devices will be available for pre booking starting from 24th August 2021 to 9th September 2021 on the company’s official website and other leading retail stores in India. The first sale is set to begin from September 10. For introductory offers, the devices will also be offered with promotional deals like an upgrade voucher of up to 7,000 INR (roughly 95 US Dollars) or HDFC Bank cash back offer of 7,000 INR. Notably, customers who have already pre reserved the Galaxy Z Fold3 or Galaxy Z Flip3 in India will also be eligible for all pre booking offers along with a free Galaxy SmartTag.

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Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3 yesterday. Both the devices can be considered as a minor upgrade over their predecessors. The latter handset is also the first Samsung smartphone with an under-display camera. Interestingly, the former lacks this tech. If you are wondering why, here’s what the company has to say about it.

The Galaxy Z Fold2 features a 10MP punch-hole camera for its primary foldable display. On the other hand, the newer Galaxy Z Fold3 arrives with an inferior 4MP camera for the same screen. However, the sensor resides under the display.

Although the quality of this camera is said to be subpar as per the initial impressions of the people who got a hands-on it, there begs a question why the Galaxy Z Flip3 lacks this tech.

As per Samsung representatives (via SamMobile), the Galaxy Z Fold3 has an ideal form factor for an under-display camera. In other words, a larger screen like the 7.6-inch foldable canvas found on the Galaxy Z Fold3  is required for implementation.

That’s not all, the reps also say that selfies are more important on the Galaxy Z Flip3. Hence, it comes with a regular 10MP punch-hole camera. This clearly suggests that Samsung knows that its first-gen under-display camera is definitely not up to the mark.

Anyway, since technology improves as it ages with new iterations, we may get to see a Galaxy Z Flip smartphone with an under-display camera in a not-so-distant future.

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The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event is set to begin later today (11th August 2021). During this launch conference, the company will be launching its highly anticipated Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 foldable smartphones alongside other products. While the virtual event has yet to start, we already have some expected specs, features, and prices of these upcoming devices, so lets take a look.

Galaxy Z Fold 3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 will be the brand’s latest flagship foldable handset. Just earlier today, we had reported on a leaked spec sheet that revealed key specifications of the new smartphone. As per this leak, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is expected to feature a 6.2 inch external display that supports 2262 x 832 pixels resolution while its primary display is expected to be a 7.6 inch foldable AMOLED panel that supports a resolution of 2208 x 1768 pixels. Notably, both displays also offer 120Hz high refresh rate as well.

The front of the device will apparently sport a 10 megapixel camera, while the display will reportedly house a 4 megapixel under display camera. On the rear, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is expected to house a triple camera setup, with a 12 megapixel primary lens. Under the hood, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC will run the device, paired with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The foldable smartphone is expected to be powered by a large 4,400mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging. A recent price leak has suggested that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will be priced at 1,899 EUR (roughly 2,258 US Dollars).

Galaxy Z Flip 3

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is the second foldable smartphone that Samsung will be launching in the Galaxy Unpacked 2021 event. It sports a 6.7 inch foldable AMOLED display that supports 2640 x 1080px resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Meanwhile, the external display has a size of 1.9 inch with a resolution of 512 x 260px. On the front, the Flip 3 is expected to sport a 10 megapixel shooter, while the rear will feature a 12 megapixel + 12 megapixel dual camera setup.

Similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 3, the Flip will also be powered by a Snapdragon 888 chipset and is expected to house 8 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of storage. A 3,300mAh battery will power the device and will support 15W charging. The device is confirmed to feature IPX9 water resistance and its price is rumored to start from 1,099 EUR (roughly 1,306 US Dollars). The device will be available in multiple color variants as well, namely Phantom Black, Lavender, and Cream.

Galaxy Watch 4

Apart from the two foldable smartphones, the South Korean tech giant is also expected to launch new wearables and hearables as well. The Galaxy Watch 4 series will be the company’s latest smartwatches and includes the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. The wearables will run the Samsung’s and Google’s newly merged OneUI Watch OS, with the new Exynos W920 SoC powering the smartwatch.

The Watch 4 will arrive in two sizes, including 40mm and 44mm, while its its pricing is rumored to be around 279 EUR (roughly 327 US Dollars). For memory, the Watch 4 series is expected to house 1.5GB of RAM, with the Watch 4 sporting 16GB of storage as well. The Watch 4 is expected to feature a 1.19 inch AMOLED display, while the Classic 46mm variant will have a 1.36 inch display with a 450 x 450 resolution and 330 PPI. The smartwatches will offer the usual activity tracking, heart rate monitoring, and other features as well.

Galaxy Buds 2

Arriving at the hearables, Samsung is also gearing up for the launch of the Galaxy Buds 2. These are a pair of TWS (true wireless earbuds) and will feature an updated design over its predecessor. Talking about the design first, the earbuds feature a uniform glossy texture with an in ear design and silicone ear tips. A leak had revealed key specs of the new wireless earphones, which will support Bluetooth 5.2, Ambient Sound/ANC with 3 mics.

Furthermore, the charging case is compatible with Qi wireless charging and also offers IPX7 rating for water resistance. Each bud is powered by a 61mAh battery capacity while the case houses a 472mAh battery pack. The leak also stated that charging the buds for just 5 minutes will enable it to offer 55 minutes of playback. These hearables are expected to be priced at around 149 EUR (roughly 175 US Dollars).

This rounds up what we know about the four main launches that are set to be unveiled later today. You can check out the livestream once it goes live on YouTube. So stay tuned, as we will be covering the launch event.

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Samsung will be unleashing its next foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 later today. Since the past few weeks, the rumor mill has been consistently leaking the specifications, renders, and prices of these devices. Now, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has shared the specs sheet of the Z Fold3 and Z Flip3.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 specifications

The Galaxy Z Fold3 has a 6.2-inch AMOLED cover display that supports 2262 x 832 pixels resolution. The front side of the device has a 10-megapixel camera. Opening the device reveals its 7.6-inch foldable AMOLED panel that supports a resolution of 2208 x 1768 pixels. This display is integrated with a 4-megapixel in-screen camera. Both displays support a 120Hz refresh rate.

The Snapdragon 888 powers the device with 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It has a 4,400mAh battery that supports 25W charging. The back panel of the phone has a 12-megapixel triple camera system.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 specifications

The Galaxy Z Flip3 has a 6.7-inch foldable AMOLED display that offers 2640 x 1080 pixels resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Its rear sell features a secondary 1.9-inch AMOLED screen that delivers 512 x 260 pixels resolution. It has a front camera of 10-megapixel. The rear camera setup of the device has a 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel dual-camera system.

The Snapdragon 888 SoC-powered phone has 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It has a 3,300mAh battery that supports 15W charging.

Readers can checkout the above messages to see the other specs of the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3. Shown below is a hands-on video that gives a look at the real units of Z Fold3 and Z Flip3:

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Samsung’s Unpacked for this year is scheduled for August 11 and ahead of the event, there were multiple leaks about the phones launching at the event. One of the much-awaited phones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will also be a part of the event. Now, a fresh leak revealing the entire specs sheet along with brochure images of the phone has emerged online.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Full Specs and Brochure images

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will boast a similar design footprint to that of the predecessor Galaxy Z Flip 2. It will feature a 6.7-inch primary screen with 2640 x 1080 pixels resolution and a 120Hz variable refresh rate. It will be a Super AMOLED panel with thin bezels. The screen will have support for Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.

It will feature a larger 1.9-inch secondary screen over the 1.1-inch screen on the Galaxy Z Flip 2. The secondary display will have 512 x 260 pixels resolution. The screen is said to be useful for a quick glance at notifications and for controlling music, calls.

The brochure images confirm that the foldable phone will feature a dual-rear camera setup. There will be a 12MP primary sensor with an f/1.8 aperture and a 12MP ultra-wide sensor with an f/2.2 aperture.

Upfront, it will boast a 10MP camera sensor for selfies. The smartphone is expected to have OIS support for steady videos. It will be able to record high-quality videos similar to the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 3.

The smartphone will come powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset paired with 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 onboard storage. It will pack a 3,300mAh battery with support for wired and wireless fast charging.

Thanks to the official brochure images, it is now confirmed that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will have an IPX8 water resistance rating. For security, it will have a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and facial recognization option.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will launch in three color variants – Phantom Black, Lavender, and Cream. It is expected to come at a starting price of EUR 1099(~$1,292) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. Aside from the global pricing, the phone was also up for pre-booking in India.

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While Samsung is gearing up for its August 11 launch event in which it will release the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3, Caviar is readying for the launch of its own custom edition variants of both foldable smartphones.

For those unaware, Caviar is a known luxury brand from Russia that has launched custom editions of various popular smartphones and electronics products in the past. Now, the company is also seeking to launch custom Skull editions of the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 from the South Korean tech giant. These custom editions are currently listed on Caviar‘s official website (Via LetsGoDigital) and are dubbed Ragnarok and Catrina Calavera for both the Fold and Flip models.

The Ragnarok is a term from the Norse mythology and the skull design on the foldable smartphones is the symbol of the Scandinavian king of fire, Surt. On the other hand, the Catrina Calavera has a design that features vibrant colors that represent the streets of Mexico City on the Day of the Dead. The former is priced at 10,700 US Dollars while the latter is priced at a whopping 46,460 US Dollars, which clearly indicates that it is an ultra premium custom edition.

Looking at the both custom editions, we can observe that Caviar has used expensive materials along with laser engravings. The Ragnarok even sports bright red rubies for the Surt Skull’s eyes. The Caviar special custom models also sports black titanium with impact resistance that will offer extra protection to the device as well. These models are also quite exclusive as well, with only 99 pieces planned to be sold.

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Samsung has scheduled its next Galaxy Unpacked event for August 11. The South Korean tech giant is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch4 Active, and Galaxy Buds2 at this launch conference. Ahead of that, we have been learning more about these products every other day, The latest leak exposes the official Galaxy Z Flip3 cases.

As per an exclusive leak by 91Mobiles, Samsung will be releasing unique cases for the Galaxy Z Flip3. They will be available in a leather finish, silicone + strap, and silicone (clear) + ring. As far as colors are concerned, the renders show them in blue, purple, and yellow.

That being said, what’s so special about these cases? As you can see from the renders, the variants with a strap and a ring can be used to attach the phone to a bag, belt loop, and more. In a nutshell, with these two cases, users don’t require a pocket to carry the handset.

Lastly, the renders confirm the presence of a dual-camera setup, a larger cover display, and a punch-hole selfie camera.

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As per previous reports, the Galaxy Z Flip will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SoC, 8GB RAM, up to 256GB storage, 6.7-inch internal display, 1.9-inch external display, 12MP + 12MP dual rear cameras, 10MP front-facing camera, IPX8 rating for water resistance, 3,300mAh battery, and 25W fast charging.

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 will be announced with the Galaxy Z Fold3 on Aug. 11. Ahead of the launch, the clamshell device has received 3C certification in China. The original Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Flip 5G carries support for 15W fast charging. The 3C listing suggests that the Z Flip3 may offer faster charging capabilities.

Past reports have revealed that the SM-F7110 model number belongs to the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip3. It is not the first time that the Z Flip3 has appeared at 3C. The device was spotted with a 15W charger at 3C authority in May.

The new listing that has been today suggests that the device will carry support for two chargers with model numbers EP-TA200 and EP-TA800. The former supports 15W fast charging, whereas the latter offers 25W rapid charging. Hence, there is a possibility that the retail package of the device may include a 15W charger, but the users will be able to purchase a 25W charger separately for faster charging.

The Galaxy Z Flip3 is expected to arrive with a 3,300mAh battery. It will be housing a 6.7-inch foldable screen and a 10-megapixel selfie camera on the inside. On the outside, it will be featuring a 1.9-inch cover display and a pair of 12-megapixel cameras.

The Snapdragon 888 mobile platform will fuel the Galaxy Z Flip3. It may come with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of storage. It will be an IPX8 rated water-resistant device. It will be sporting an impressive dual-tone design and will come in multiple hues such as dark green, light violet, beige, grey, pink, dark blue, and white.

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Samsung is likely to announce the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G and Galaxy Z Fold3 with foldable displays on Aug. 11. Ahead of the launch, Winfuture.de has shared the high-resolution press renders of the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G to reveal its appearance from all angles. At the same time, reputed Evan Blass has shared a few key details of the Z Flip3 and Z Fold3.

According to Blass, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will feature a 6.7-inch internal display and a selfie camera of 10-megapixel. The back panel of the phone will feature a pair of 12-megapixel cameras and a 1.9-inch cover display. He added that the Z Flip3 will be an IPX8 rated device meaning that it will remain undamaged even if it is submerged in waters deeper than 1 meter.

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Apart from the black variant seen in the leaked renders, the Galaxy Z Flip3 is expected to arrive in multiple colors like dark green, light violet, beige, grey, pink, dark blue, and white. The other color variants will sport an impressive dual-tone finish. The Z Flip3 5G is likely to arrive with a reworked hinge and a metal frame.

The Z Flip3 5G will be driven by the Snapdragon 888 chipset and 8 GB of RAM. It is expected to arrive in two storage choices such as 128 GB and 256 GB. It may house a 3,300mAh battery with 15W fast charging support. The Z Flip3 5G is likely to arrive with a starting price of around 1,200 euros (~$1,416) in Europe.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event is less than a month away but the leaks are still pouring in and will likely continue until the launch date. The stars of the event will be the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3, and if you have been wondering what camera sensors they will be packing, then you are in luck.

Popular leaker, Evan Blass (@evleaks), has revealed the camera configuration of the two foldable phones. The leak discloses that the two devices will have the same number of cameras as their predecessors and even the same pixel count, save for only one sensor on the Galaxy Z Fold3.

According to the source, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will have two 12MP sensors on the back just like the Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Flip 5G. As seen in renders, the sensors are stacked on top of each other this time along with the LED flash. Samsung is also keeping the front-facing camera at 10MP.

Few upcoming foldable details.

Z Flip3
– 6.7" internal / 1.9" cover displays
– 12MP x2 (rear) / 10MP (selfie)

Z Fold3
– 7.6" internal / 6.2" external displays
– 12MP x3 (rear) / 10MP (cover selfie) / 4MP (main selfie)
– 2 optional S-Pens (Pro and Fold Edition)

Both phones IPX8 pic.twitter.com/lPm60yCzvt

— Evan (@evleaks) July 26, 2021

For the Galaxy Z Fold3, we will be getting three 12MP sensors on the rear just like the Galaxy Z Fold2. The front-facing camera on the cover display also remains unchanged at 10MP but the under-display camera is a 4MP sensor! A lot of folks won’t be happy with that but we don’t expect to see a lot of users take selfies with this camera as there are better alternatives such as the 10MP cover selfie camera and the rear cameras if you unfold the device and have the rear cameras facing you.

Aside from the camera specs, Evan Blass also confirmed the display sizes of the two phones. The Galaxy Z Flip3 will come with a 1.9-inch cover display and a 6.7-inch internal display while the Galaxy Z Fold3 will have a 6.2-inch cover display and a 7.6-inch internal display. There is also an attached press render that confirms that the two foldable phones have an IPX8 rating as revealed in an earlier leak.

We already know that the Galaxy Z Fold3 will have support for stylus input. Now we know that Samsung will sell two different S Pens for the foldable – the S Pen Pro and the S Pen Fold Edition.

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Samsung has scheduled its next Galaxy Unpacked event for August 11. The South Korean tech giant is expected to announce the Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Galaxy Z Fold3 at this conference. Ahead of that, the price and availability details of these foldable smartphones for the company’s home country have emerged.

According to a video published by a YouTube channel called Team Leader Chanwoong (via @FrontTron), Samsung’s next foldable phones will retail for the following price tags in South Korea.

• Galaxy Z Flip3
  • 256GB – KRW 1,254,000
• Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 256GB – KRW 1,999,000
  • 512GB – KRW 2,098,000

Further, these foldables will be available in the following colors.

• Galaxy Z Flip3 (256GB)
  • Black
  • Cream
  • Violet
  • Green
• Galaxy Z Fold3 (256GB)
  • Black
  • Silver
  • Green
• Galaxy Z Fold3 (512GB)
  • Black
  • Silver

Customers pre-ordering these devices will get the following freebies.

• GAlaxy Z Flip3
  • Galaxy Buds2
  • Samsung Care+ (1 year)
  • Case
• Galaxy Z Fold3
  • Galaxy Buds2
  • Samsung Care+ (1 year)
  • S Pen Case

Last but not least, these handsets will be available for pre-order from August 17 to 23. Carrier activation will take place from August 24 to 27, followed by sales on August 27.

As mentioned in the beginning, the above-mentioned details are only applicable to South Korea. The price, availability, and launch offers for the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3 will differ from market to market.

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There are already a handful of foldable smartphones on the market from various brands. However, none of these models have an IP rating for water and dust resistance. That will change this year with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3.

The two new Samsung foldable phones will have an IPX8 rating which means that they can survive a continuous immersion in water. However, the X means that it hasn’t been tested for protection against solid objects (dust). The info about their ingress protection was revealed by Max Weinbach (MaxWinebach) on Twitter.

Flip3 and Fold3 are IPX8 https://t.co/Lenz8aOuCV

— Max Weinbach (@MaxWinebach) July 21, 2021

This is a significant feature for foldable devices and fans of Samsung’s foldable line will be happy about it.

The Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be announced at the next Galaxy Unpacked event scheduled for August 11. The former will have a 6.5-inch cover display, a 7.5-inch internal display, Snapdragon 888 processor, an in-display camera on the inside, and triple rear cameras on the back. It will also have a 4500mAh battery and support for wired, wireless, and reverse wireless charging. It has also been confirmed that it will support stylus input.

Leaks have reported that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will have a 6.7-inch main screen, a 1.9-inch cover display, a Snapdragon 888 processor, two rear cameras, an in-display fingerprint scanner, and a centered punch hole for the front-facing camera.

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Samsung has finally confirmed that it will be holding its next Galaxy Unpacked launch event at 10 AM ET on Aug. 11. The teaser released by the brand hints at the arrival of new foldable devices. It can be said based on recent rumors that the company will announce the Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 through Aug. 11 event.

The event will be held online, and it will be live-streamed across its social channels. Apart from announcing the new foldables, the company is also expected to unleash the Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch4 Classic, and Galaxy Buds2.

For the past few years, Samsung has been launching the Galaxy Note series phone in the month of August. However, it was confirmed by the brand earlier this year that it will not be announcing the Galaxy Note 21 this year.

The Galaxy Z Fold3 is expected to arrive as the first Fold series device from the brand with S Pen stylus support. This device is also said to be equipped with an in-display camera, a first from Samsung. On the other side, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G clamshell is expected to sport a refresh dual-tone design, a redesigned vertical dual-camera setup, and a larger secondary screen.

The Galaxy Watch4 series is expected to feature a more powerful chip called Exynos W920 and they are likely to arrive with 16GB of built-in storage. However, the major attraction of Watch4 lineup is that it will come with One UI Watch, which is a modified version of Wear OS. The Galaxy Buds 2 is expected to arrive with support for Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and it will arrive in three colors. It is speculated that the shipments of the Watch4 series will begin on Aug. 11, while the Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 will begin on Aug. 27.

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Samsung is expected to announce the Galaxy Z Flip3 clamshell phone with a foldable screen on Aug. 11. Ahead of the launch, the device has appeared at the Geekbench benchmarking platform with some of its key specs.

The SM-F711U model that has appeared on Geekbench is the North American variant of the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G. The “Lahaina” Qualcomm chip that powers the device is the Snapdragon 888 flagship chip. It further reveals that the device will be offering 8 GB of RAM and Android 11 OS.

It has scored 1015 and 3161 in the single-core and multi-core tests of Geekbench, respectively. Probably, some markets may receive the Exynos 2100 chipset version of the device.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 specifications

The Galaxy Z Flip3 has a 6.7-inch S-AMOLED display that offers an aspect ratio of 25:9 and a 1.9-inch external display. Leaked renders have revealed that the Z Flip3 will be sporting an attractive dual-tone design. It may feature a side-facing fingerprint scanner for biometric authentication.

It may come with a selfie camera of 10-megapixel and its rear camera setup may include a 12-megapixel primary camera and a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens. The device may house a 3,300mAh battery that supports 15W charging and wireless charging. The clamshell may offer native storage of 256 GB and it is likely to run on One UI 3.1 based Android 11 OS.

It is speculated that the device could be priced between KRW 1,200,000 (~Rs 1,050) and KRW 1,280,000 (~$1,120). The device is likely to arrive in multiple colors such as dark green, light violet, beige, grey, black, pink, dark blue, and white.

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Samsung is expected to hold its next Galaxy Unpacked event in August. A few weeks back, it was said that his launch conference will take place on August 3. Now, a month later, the event is reported to be delayed.

The new information about the next Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event comes from reliable leaker Evan Blass (@evleaks). According to him, the conference will take place on August 11. 

Additionally, he also shared 360° renders of all color variants of the upcoming Samsung products, namely Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3, Galaxy S21 FE, Galaxy Watch4, Galaxy Watch Active4, and Galaxy Buds2.

Initially, all the above-mentioned products were planned to go official at the next Galaxy Unpacked event. But going by multiple reports, the Galaxy S21 FE will not be presented at this event due to the global semiconductor shortage. The successor to the popular Galaxy S20 FE is now expected to release in October.

That said, as per previous reports, the third-gen foldable smartphones from Samsung will bring huge improvements. The Galaxy Z Fold3, for instance, will not only have under-display cameras but will also support S Pen stylus. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will come in a new dual-tone finish with a larger cover screen.

Further, the Galaxy Watch4 and the Galaxy Watch Active4 will be the first smartwatches to ship with the new Wear OS. Lastly, the Galaxy Buds2 will be cheaper than the Galaxy Buds Pro, however, it will still offer ANC (Active Noise Cancellation).

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G is rumored to debut on August 11 globally and ahead of its launch, we received a tip regarding the pricing details of the device. Now, the tipster FronTron has shared some exact figures regarding its pricing.

According to the tipster, the clamshell phone will be priced at $1,249 for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant. This is $200 less than the predecessor, Galaxy Z Flip pricing.

It is not the first time we are seeing a tip regarding its reduced price. Earlier, the phone was claimed to be priced between $999 to $1,099, which again reiterated that it will cost less than its predecessor.

If these leaks are to be believed, then the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G would be a solid offering at that price. But since the details aren’t official, make sure to take this leak with a pinch of salt. Let’s wait till we get some official insights on the same, until then, we can have a look at its specifications.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Specifications(Rumored)

The Galaxy Z Flip3 5G will come with two screens, a 6.7-inch main display, and a 1.9-inch cover screen. The main screen will be a Super AMOLED panel with an aspect ratio of 25:9. It will feature a 10-megapixel front camera and a 12-megapixel + 12-megapixel dual rear camera system.

The screen will double as an in-display fingerprint scanner for extra security. It is expected to come powered by a flagship chipset, paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage. It is said to pack a 3,300mAh battery with 15W charging support.

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Samsung is expected to launch the Galaxy Z Flip3 clamshell phone with a foldable display in August along with the Galaxy Z Fold3. It will be arriving as the successor to last year’s Galaxy Z Flip 5G. A fresh leak by GizNext has shared new renders of the Z Flip3 to reveal its design and color variants.

The new leak reveals that the Galaxy Z Flip3 will be available in multiple colors like dark green, light violet, beige, grey, black, pink, dark blue, and white. As previous reports have revealed, the Galaxy Z Flip3 can be seen sporting a dual-tone color scheme.

As can be seen in the new renders, the top portion of Galaxy Z Flip3’s back panel is in black, while the remaining part has a different color. The upper portion houses a vertical dual-camera unit and a larger secondary display. Up front, the Z Flip3 has a foldable screen with a tall aspect ratio and a centrally aligned punch-hole. Readers can visit the source link to check out other renders of the Z Flip3.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flp3 5G specifications (Rumored)

Past reports have claimed that the Galaxy Z Flip3 has a 6.7-inch foldable screen with a 10-megapixel front camera and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. Its rear shell is said to be equipped with a pair of 12-megapixel cameras.

The size of Z Flip3’s secondary screen is said to have increased to 1.83 inches. It is unclear whether it will be featuring a flagship or midrange chip. The clamshell phone could be available in storage choices like 128 GB and 256 GB. It is likely to house a 3,300mAh battery that carries support for 15W charging. The Z Flip3 is likely to carry a starting price of $999.

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The Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 are the next biggest launches from Samsung. These smartphones are expected to go official at a Galaxy Unpacked event on August 3. Ahead of that, we have been learning more about them every other day. The latest leak regarding these phones reveals the size of their displays.

According to a report by ETNews (via @FrontTron), the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 will feature the following sized screens.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Display Size

• Cover Screen: 6.23-inch
• Main Screen: 7.55-inch

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Display Size

• Cover Screen: 1.9-inch
• Main Screen: 6.7-inch

As per @FrontTron, the displays of these foldables may have the following aspect ratios.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Display Aspect Ratio

• Cover Screen: 5:4
• Main Screen: 4:3:2

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 Display Aspect Ratio

• Cover Screen: N/A
• Main Screen: 25:9

According to previous reports, the Galaxy Z Fold3 will support a special S Pen stylus called ‘Fold Edition’. It will also come with an under-display camera. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip3 will feature a dual-tone finish. 

These devices are reported to cost less than their predecessors. Last but not least, their production is said to have begun ahead of early August announcement. They are expected to start shipping to customers later that month itself.

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