Samsung fans planning to upgrade to foldable phones will likely be happy to hear that the Galaxy Z Flip5 folds flat. The latest leaked renders of the phone suggest that it will close with no gap in the hinge, and that should make for a more resilient design against dust.
Dual-lens camera
As with Samsung’s previous foldable, the Galaxy Z Flip5 will have a dual-lens camera. According to reports, the device will feature a 12Mp main camera and a 10Mp ultra-wide camera. It will also have a front-facing selfie camera.
The upcoming device will include a larger cover display than the smaller 1.9-inch one on the Z Flip 4. This will allow users to access notifications, start and stop music, and take selfies without opening the phone.
Another notable change is the rumored inclusion of a tele-camera. This could improve zoom performance, which has been a weak point of Flip 3 and 4.
Another key upgrade is the foldable’s new hinge design. According to Ice, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 will have a gapless design when folded. This is a significant improvement over previous models, which have a noticeable gap between the two halves of the screen. The new design will also make the phone more compact and easier to handle.
Water-resistant design
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 will be able to fold flat like its Chinese competitors, according to new leaks. It’s also expected to feature a bigger cover display and a higher-resolution rear camera. The cover screen will allow users to access quick settings and notifications without opening the phone while acting as a superior viewfinder for the dual-lens camera.
Another key improvement is the hinge design, which will reduce the visibility of the crease when opened or closed. This is one of the biggest complaints about Samsung’s previous foldable phones, so it’s good to see the company finally make some improvements.
A Twitter user named Revegnus posted a picture of a Galaxy Z Flip5 with a case, hiding much of its design. However, the visible elements align with previous renders. It will have a larger 3.4-inch cover display, a dual-lens camera setup, and a water-resistant design. It will also have a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and up to 512GB of storage.
6.7-inch main display
With a new flagship device, Samsung continues its push into the foldable smartphone market to give users a stylish and functional folding experience. The Galaxy Z Flip5 features a large cover display that can be used for various purposes without opening the phone. The exterior screen is expected to allow users to perform a number of tasks, such as tackling notifications and sending text replies, and may even run some apps like YouTube.
A leaked promo image also suggests that the Z Flip5’s expansive cover display will be customizable, allowing users to express themselves through dynamic color themes. This is a great way to set the phone apart from its competitors, often limited by smaller external screens.
The upcoming Galaxy Z Flip5 is rumored to have a much larger main display than the Z Flip 4. Prominent leaker Ice Universe has suggested that the upcoming device use an AMOLED display that measures 6.7 inches when unfolded. This is a significant increase in size from the 1.9-inch main screen on the Z Flip 4 and will provide users with a more immersive experience.
3.4-inch cover display
The Galaxy Z Flip 5’s cover display is larger than the first generation, allowing it to perform more tasks. According to a recent leak from MySmartPrice, Samsung’s cover screen will offer a full calendar widget, weather app, call history, battery and time widget, and an alert for music controls and photo mode. It will also let you reply to messages without unfolding the phone.
A separate leak from Ice Universe suggests that Samsung’s folding phone will use a water drop hinge to reduce the crease and fold flat. It will also have an official dust ingress protection rating.
Though the Galaxy Z Flip’s cover display is still a far cry from a full Android OS experience, adding more functionality makes it more attractive. It will also give Samsung a competitive advantage over rivals like the Motorola Razr and the Google Pixel Fold. Hopefully, other apps will make similar optimizations for the foldable form factor.
