Samsung’s much-awaited smartphones, watches, and tablets have finally been unveiled. Dubbed “Join the flip side,” Samsung’s mega event of the year was held in Seoul on July 26.
So what has been unpacked? Samsung’s latest flagship foldables, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5, come with notable enhancements like larger cover displays, slimmer designs, and improved cameras compared to their predecessors. Do you know, there’s no gap between the two halves anymore, so no more wedges.
Furthermore, the South Korean tech giant has introduced the Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic, both boasting larger screens and slimmer bezels. What’s more, the Galaxy Tab S9 series, featuring upgraded displays and processors, has also been unveiled.
Let’s take a closer look at each of them, so you can get a better idea of whether you should consider buying them.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
The wait for the new Galaxy Z Fold is over as the company has introduced Z Fold5 in the event. And guess what? There are several improvements in the new device.
Refinement over overhaul: The Galaxy Z Fold5 is a refinement piece rather than a major overhaul, building upon the success of its predecessor, which was the best-selling large foldable globally.
Samsung has resolved a major complaint with the Galaxy Z Fold4 by introducing the Flex Hinge, allowing the Z Fold5 to close fully flat. This new hinge design diffuses external impacts and enables a more flexible Flex mode for hands-free photo taking and split-screen applications.
Thinner and lighter: The Z Fold5 is thinner and 10g lighter than its predecessor, thanks to the flat folding position due to the Flex Hinge.
Display and resolution: Both the cover display and the main screen have the same specs as the previous model. The outside display is a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X with a 2316x904px resolution and 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. The main screen is a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X with 2176x1812px resolution and adaptive 120Hz refresh rate. Also, the main screen has gotten 30% brighter, reaching a peak of 1,750 nits.
Better Performance: The Z Fold5 is equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 mobile chipset, a little better than the previous generation. Another improvement is in the storage type which is now UFS 4.0 compared to UFS 3.1 of its predecessor. Its cooling system has been improved for better heat dissipation.So, you are definitely going to get better performance than before.
Unchanged Camera System: The camera system remains the same as the previous year’s model. It includes two selfie cameras (10MP f/2.2 on the cover screen and 4MP f/1.8 under-display) and three rear cameras (50MP f/1.8 wide-angle, 12MP f/2.2 ultrawide, and 10MP f/2.4 3x zoom).
Battery & Charging: The battery capacity remains at 4,400mAh, supporting 25W wired charging and 15W wireless charging. Battery life of the new device can be slightly better due to the more efficient Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip.
Improved Multitasking: Samsung has made improvements to multitasking, including a taskbar that holds up to four recent apps and enhanced two-handed drag and drop functionality.
New S Pen Fold Edition: There is a new, slimmer, and more compact S Pen Fold Edition available for the Galaxy Z Fold5. It can be paired with the Slim S Pen Case and comes in various colors.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Price in Pakistan
| Z Fold5 (256GB) | Z Fold5 (512GB) | Z Fold5 (1TB) |
| £1,749 (Rs.648,000) | £1,849 (Rs.685,000) | £2,049 (Rs.759,000) |
Availability: The Galaxy Z Fold5 is available for pre-order in select markets and will be on sale from August 11, offering options of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage, with corresponding price points.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
The Z Flip4 had a tiny cover display and a large gap left when it was closed. These two issues have been fixed in the new Z Flip5. The new phone comes with the Flex Hinge and the Flex Window.
The Flex Hinge – The phone now has a Flex Hinge that allows it to close flat, making it thinner than its predecessor, the Z Flip 4. The thickest part measures 15.1mm, which is 2mm slimmer than before.
Dimensions: When opened, the Galaxy Z Flip5 is 6.9mm thick, 165.1mm tall, and 71.9mm wide. The weight remains the same at 187g.
Construction: The phone is built with Armor Aluminum and features Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the cover display and the back panel.
Water resistance: The body of the phone is IPX8-rated, allowing it to withstand water submersion up to 1m/3.3ft for half an hour.
Flex Hinge design: The new Flex Hinge design includes a dual rail structure, which helps dissipate external impacts, providing better protection when the phone is accidentally dropped.
The Flex Window – Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 features improvements in design, display, and performance compared to its predecessor, and it is slightly more affordable than the previous model, despite skipping the cheapest storage option.
Design and Display: The new Flex Window is 3.78 times larger than the display on the Z Flip 4. Multi Widget View enables quick glancing at widgets and easy switching between them using pinch zoom gestures. The Flex Window serves as a better viewfinder for selfies with the rear cameras. Dual Preview lets users take photos of friends while giving them the option to check their look on the cover display.
The main display is a 6.7” FHD+ panel with an adaptive refresh rate of 1-120Hz. The Flex display has a 3.4” diagonal and a 720 x 748px resolution, running at 60Hz.
Performance and Storage: The Z Flip5 is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, paired with 8GB of RAM.
Storage options: 256GB and 512GB.
Camera: Camera setup remains unchanged from the previous model, with a main 12MP module (1/1.76” sensor with 1.8µm pixels and Dual Pixel AF) and a 12MP ultra-wide camera with a 123° lens (1.12µm pixels).
Battery and Charging: Battery capacity: 3,700mAh. Supports 25W wired charging (50% charge in around half an hour) and 15W wireless charging.
Pricing and Availability: Pre-orders have started with open sales beginning on August 11. In the UK, the 256GB variant is priced at £1,050 (Rs.397,000), and the 512GB variant at £1,150 (Rs.435,000).
Galaxy Watch6 & Watch6 Classic
The Galaxy Watch6 is sportier and more compact than the Galaxy Watch6 Classic. Both models, Watch6 and Watch6 Classic, come in two versions, with differences in display size, dimensions, weight, and battery being the main distinctions between the four.
Here are the specs of the Galaxy Watch6 in 40mm and 44mm sizes:
Galaxy Watch6
| Watch6 40mm | Watch6 44mm | |
| Display | 1.3-inch (33.3mm) 432×432 Super AMOLED | 1.5-inch (37.3mm) 480×480 Super AMOLED |
| Dimensions & Weight | 38.8×40.4×9.0mm, 28.7g | 42.8×44.4×9.0mm, 33.3g |
| Battery | 300mAh | 425mAh |
| Memory | 2GB RAM, 16GB storage | 2GB RAM, 16GB storage |
| OS | One UI 5 Watch, Android Wear 4 | One UI 5 Watch, Android Wear 4 |
| Chipset | Exynos W930 Dual-Core 1.4GHz | Exynos W930 Dual-Core 1.4GHz |
| Color | Graphite, Gold | Graphite, Silver |
Galaxy Watch6 Classic
| Watch6 Classic 43mm | Watch6 Classic 47mm | |
| Display | 1.3-inch (33.3mm) 432×432 Super AMOLED | 1.5-inch (37.3mm) 480×480 Super AMOLED |
| Dimensions & Weight | 42.5×42.5×10.9mm, 52.0g | 46.5×46.5×10.9mm, 59.0g |
| Battery | 300mAh | 425mAh |
| Memory | 2GB RAM, 16GB storage | 2GB RAM, 16GB storage |
| OS | One UI 5 Watch, Android Wear 4 | One UI 5 Watch, Android Wear 4 |
| Chipset | Exynos W930 Dual-Core 1.4GHz | Exynos W930 Dual-Core 1.4GHz |
| Color | Black, Silver | Black, Silver |
This year, Samsung has emphasized sleep tracking, providing users with in-depth analyses of their sleeping habits. The Galaxy Watch6 offers Sleep Score Factors for various metrics, Sleep Messages, Sleep Coaching, and even showcases a unique Sleep Animal to help users understand their sleep patterns better. Additionally, in some regions, the watch includes body composition analysis and various heart health-related features.
Galaxy Tab S9 Series
Samsung has also introduced three new high-end tablets in the S-series: the Tab S9 Ultra, boasting a massive 14.6″ display, the Tab S9+ with a 12.4″ screen, and the compact yet premium 11″ Tab S9. Before delving into the details, let’s take a brief overview of their key specifications.
| Specs | Galaxy Tab S9 | Galaxy Tab S9+ | Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra |
| Display | 11-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X (60~120Hz) | 12.4-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X (60~120Hz) | 14.6-inch, Dynamic AMOLED 2X (60~120Hz) |
| Dimensions | 165.8×254.3×5.9mm | 185.4×285.4×5.7mm | 208.6×326.4×5.5mm |
| Rear camera | 13MP | 13MP main + 8MP ultrawide | 13MP main + 8MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 12MP ultrawide | 12MP ultrawide | 12MP main + 12MP ultrawide |
| Memory | 8GB+128GB, 12GB+256GB | 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB | 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB, 16GB+1TB |
| Battery | 8,400mAh | 10,090mAh | 11,200mAh |
The most significant improvement is the introduction of an IP68 rating, ensuring water resistance up to 1.5m for 30 minutes. The display department also saw major upgrades, with all models featuring Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels, dynamic refresh rate adaptability (60-120Hz), and HDR10+ support.
In terms of cameras, the Tab S9 proper lost the ultrawide module, while the S9+ and S9 Ultra received a modest upgrade on their ultrawide cameras. The tablets are equipped with the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, offering improved RAM and storage options. All models support the S Pen, which now comes with an IP68 rating and bidirectional charging.
Conclusion
Samsung’s recent launch showcased impressive upgrades in its flagship foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, with notable improvements in performance and a larger display on the Z Flip5. Both devices also feature a better Flex Hinge design, enhancing their overall design.
The Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic offer advanced health tracking features, while the Galaxy Tab S9 Series stands out with powerful processors and stunning displays.
Overall, this range of cutting-edge devices provides consumers with a variety of options to choose from. Would you be interested in any of these products? If yes, which ones and why? If you are interested in buying Samsung mobiles, whether in new or used condition, be sure to check out OLX Pakistan’s extensive listings.
Image credits: samsung.com
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