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Flippin’ Fantastic: Redefining the Flip & Fold Experience

Aug 16. 2023

Samsung’s latest foldables, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Galaxy Z Fold5, are delivering unique foldable experiences that redefine what is possible with a smartphone. Both are the epitome of Samsung’s heritage of innovation and dedication to the foldables category, paired with world-class research and development, to exceed the distinctive needs of today’s users with devices that are both flexible and versatile, yet without compromise.

 

We unpack four reasons why you should join us on the Flip Side with Samsung’s latest fifth-generation foldables:

1.      Forging Design Innovation

Samsung continues to deliver foldable innovation that enables unique experiences, in a product category where Samsung has already delivered on five generations of product innovation, which started eight years ago with the first Galaxy Fold.

 

The result is devices like the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 which have raised the standard in industry form factors with sleek and compact designs, countless customisation options, and powerful performance that offer users must-have experiences that they can’t get on any other device.

 

For example, the Galaxy Z Flip5 features the new 3.4-inch Flex Window that is now 3.78 times larger¹ than the previous generation, offering new ways for self-expression in every moment. With the Flex Window there is also more room for personalisation, from informative and graphical clocks that can match the face design of a user’s Galaxy Watch6 series² to the all-new Flipsuit Case³ that provides device protection with a changeable NFC card, and helps users match their Flex Window design to their case design.

 

With Flex Hinge, Samsung demonstrates innovation in ergonomics and foldable design, not just in terms of aesthetics as the thinnest Galaxy Z Flip yet⁴, but with a new integrated hinge module that is carefully designed to meet the durability requirements of foldable users that expect no compromise.

2.      Pushing the Boundaries of User Experience

From the Flex Window of the Galaxy Z Flip5 to the expansive full display inside the Galaxy Z Fold5, the fifth generation of the Samsung Galaxy Z series is taking the foldable user experience to new heights.

 

On the Galaxy Z Flip5, 13 Native Widgets⁵ can easily be accessed from the Flex Window, letting users get more done, while features like Multi Widget View help users switch between widgets in an instant without having to open the phone.

 

Features like FlexCam and Flex Mode⁶ also let users capture photos with its 12MP Rear Camera by conveniently standing the Galaxy Z Flip5 on a surface, letting budding content creators capture and share with ease.

 

For the productivity-focused crowd, features like Multi Window⁷ and the enhanced Taskbar⁸ on the Galaxy Z Fold5 let you quickly browse across three windows at once and switch between up to 12 apps at any one time.

 

Other features like hidden pop-up⁹ act as handy productivity shortcuts, so you can continue working on presentations in full-screen mode while still accessing work chats in the background via a floating pop-up. If you need to quickly share work files and content across apps and screens, the two-handed drag-and-drop¹⁰ functionality makes simple content sharing that much easier.

3.      Building Durability

Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z series has been purposefully designed to suit any lifestyle. To that end, the latest additions to Samsung’s foldables family have been engineered to provide stronger durability than prior generations, offering users greater peace of mind.

 

While the act of folding may be a simple one, that simplicity can only be achieved through a rigorous focus on key elements involved in the movement such as the screen display. In this case, the latest foldables’ Ultra Thin Glass can be folded over 200,000 times¹¹ while maintaining durability and strength.

 

At the same time, both the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 also feature a new shock-dispersion layer and a redesigned back, which helps strengthen the main screen of the Galaxy Z series to protect from the applied pressures of day-to-day use. Additional protection is provided by Armour Aluminium frames and hinge cover, along with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2¹², while IPX8 certification – meaning they are water-resistant for up to 30 minutes when immersed in up to 1.5 metres of water¹³ – offers protection against the elements when out and about.

 

Combined with the Flex Hinge, with its new integrated hinge module and dual rail structure, the new Galaxy Z series is also sleeker and more streamlined than ever, making for pocketable designs that can complement users’ daily lives, and lifestyles, with ease.

4.      Sustainable by Design

Just like the prior generations of foldables that have come before, Samsung continues to invest in designing elements of eco-friendly materials into the new Galaxy Z series.

 

Externally, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 both make use of 100 percent recycled paper material for elements of the packaging box and cover protector¹⁴.

 

Redefining What’s Possible on the Flip Side!

 

Whether innovating in product design, sustainability, durability or even the user experience, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are thoughtfully built with versatility and flexibility in mind to complement the dynamic and varying lifestyles of users, alongside purposefully designed durability to help users have greater peace of mind as they go through their day.

 

Whether you’re a casual smartphone user, productivity guru, or content creator, the new Galaxy Z series foldables will empower you to join the flip side of redefining work and play, your way.

  • ¹ Compared to Galaxy Z Flip4. Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip5’s Cover Screen is 3.4-inch in the full rectangular form; actual viewable area is approximately 95% of the full rectangular area due to the rounded corners and lower cutout.
  • ² Galaxy Watch6 series sold separately. Model and color availability may vary by market or carrier.
  • ³ Accessories sold separately. Model and color availability may vary by market or carrier.
  • ⁴ Compared to previous Galaxy Z Flip models.
  • ⁵ Availability of features may vary by country or region. Widgets available include: Weather, Alarm, Calendar, Media Player, Direct Dial, Voice Recorder, Steps, Recent call, Timer, Apps, SmartThings scenes, Buds Controller, Stopwatch and Google Finance. Buds Controller only appears once external device is connected.
  • ⁶ Flex Mode supported at angles between 75° and 115°.
  • ⁷ Certain applications may not support Multi Window or App Pair.
  • ⁸ Taskbar feature supported on the Main Screen only.
  • ⁹ Certain applications may not support Hidden Pop-up.
  • ¹⁰ Certain applications may not support two-handed drag and drop.
  • ¹¹ Bureau Veritas tested and certified 200,000 folds at room temperature (25°C/77°F).
  • ¹² Pre-Consumer Recycled Content: Discarded glass waste generated as a byproduct of glass manufacturing. This glass waste is crushed into cullet and then used as a component in the Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 manufacturing process.
  • ¹³ Rinse thoroughly in fresh water after salt or chlorinated water exposure.
  • ¹⁴ 100% recycled paper is used in the following packaging components: the Product Packaging Unit Box, Cover Protector, Manual Box, Manual Pad, and DLC Band.