Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 unveiled: Here are all the awaited features

Samsung has just unveiled its latest foldable device, the Galaxy Z Flip 5, at the Galaxy Unpacked event in South Korea. This next-generation vertical folding clamshell phone follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, but with significant enhancements. Notably, its introduction heats up the market competition, rivaling devices such as the Motorola Razr Ultra, OPPO Find N2 Flip, and Vivo X Flip.

The Galaxy Z Flip 5 features a 6.7-inch internal AMOLED display with an FHD+ resolution, and an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate. The standout feature is its 3.4-inch secondary sAMOLED display, aptly named Flex Window by Samsung, located on the back panel. This secondary display offers 1,600 nits peak brightness and a 60Hz refresh rate. It has a unique folder-shaped icon design, providing users with the convenience of replying to texts, viewing notifications, controlling music playback, accessing Samsung Wallet and quick settings without the need to open the main display.

Samsung has embedded a side-mounted fingerprint scanner within the power button on the Galaxy Z Flip 5. The brand has also integrated a new hinge mechanism, boasting a dual rail structure that helps diffuse external impacts. Moreover, the phone can fold flat without any gaps, preventing the accumulation of dust and water. Its IPX8 certification confirms dust and water resistance, while Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 provides further protection.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 unveiled: Here are all the awaited features

For photography, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is equipped with a dual rear camera setup consisting of a 12MP OIS-enabled sensor and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. It also sports a 10MP front-facing camera. For the audio experience, the phone features dual stereo speakers fine-tuned by Dolby Atmos.

Underneath its robust exterior, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor clocked at 3.36GHz, paired with up to 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage. A 3,700mAh battery unit supports the device, enabling 25W fast charging and wireless charging. The device runs on the Samsung UI, built on Android 13. It offers connectivity options such as a USB-C port, WiFi-6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, 5G, and 4G.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is priced starting at $999 for the base 256GB model, while the 512GB variant comes in at $1,199. Available in Mint, Graphite, Cream, and Lavender colors, the phone is now open for pre-orders, with sales set to commence on August 11. However, pricing and availability may vary across different markets.

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