Samsung’s latest foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6, have arrived, bringing several notable enhancements. Here’s an in-depth look at these new devices, covering their design, features, performance, and overall user experience.
Design and Build
Galaxy Z Flip 6: The Z Flip 6 retains the stylish, compact design of its predecessors and now features Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both sides, along with an IP48 rating for limited dust and water resistance. The device feels robust, with a refined hinge mechanism that reduces the visibility of the crease on the main display. It is available in various colors, including Silver Shadow, Blue, and Mint, with exclusive shades like Black, White, and Peach available on Samsung.com.
Galaxy Z Fold 6: The Z Fold 6 maintains its book-style design with enhancements like a smoother hinge and improved build quality. It offers IPX8 dust and water resistance. The outer screen is slightly larger, making it more functional when folded. It comes in colors like Silver Shadow, Navy, and Pink, with exclusive options such as Black and White on Samsung.com.
Display
Galaxy Z Flip 6: The main display is a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x panel with LTPO technology, supporting a 1-120Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling and better battery efficiency. The cover display remains a 3.4-inch AMOLED panel but now offers more functionality with additional widgets and interactive elements.
Galaxy Z Fold 6: The Fold 6 features a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x main display with a 120Hz refresh rate and excellent brightness, ideal for productivity and entertainment. The outer display is a 6.2-inch AMOLED, also with a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring a seamless experience whether open or closed.
Performance
Both devices are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset, an overclocked version of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 found in other Android flagships. The Z Flip 6 receives a boost with 12 GB of RAM, compared to its predecessor's 8GB, enhancing multitasking and AI features. Storage options include 256 GB and 512 GB.
The Z Fold 6 offers powerful performance with up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage, catering to users who need ample space and speed for demanding tasks.
Battery Life
Galaxy Z Flip 6: The battery capacity has been increased to 4,000mAh, offering better endurance than the previous model.
Galaxy Z Fold 6: The Fold 6 also sees a battery life improvement with a larger 4,400mAh battery supporting its dual displays. It supports fast charging, both 25W wired and 15W wireless, ensuring quick recharges when needed. Both devices take around 1:20 hours to fully charge in initial tests.
Cameras
Galaxy Z Flip 6: The camera setup features a new OIS-enabled 50-megapixel main sensor, alongside a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens. The selfie camera remains a 10-megapixel sensor. These upgrades ensure better photo quality, particularly in varied lighting conditions, with AI enhancements aiding image processing.
Galaxy Z Fold 6: The Fold 6 boasts a versatile triple camera setup on the back, including an OIS-assisted 50-megapixel main sensor, a 12-megapixel ultrawide lens, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The front cameras offer 10-megapixel (cover) and 4-megapixel (under-screen) sensors.
Software and Features
Both devices run Android 14 with Samsung’s One UI 6.1.1, providing a cohesive and user-friendly interface. The Z Flip 6 introduces new cover screen widgets and interactive wallpapers, enhancing usability without unfolding the device. The Fold 6 benefits from Samsung’s multitasking features, making it a productivity powerhouse with its large screen real estate and app continuity features.
Samsung promises seven years of OS and security updates for both devices, ensuring longevity and security for users. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 also feature Samsung’s latest AI capabilities, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. These AI enhancements improve user interactions and are accessible in the dedicated “Galaxy AI” section in the Settings.
Key AI Features:
- Call Assist: Transcribes and summarizes phone calls.
- Chat Assist: Offers intelligent suggestions and auto-completion for messages.
- Interpreter: Provides real-time translation for conversations.
- Note Assist: Organizes notes and highlights key points.
- Transcript Assist: Converts voice recordings into text.
- Browsing Assist: Recommends and shortcuts while browsing.
- Photo Assist: Enhances photo quality with AI suggestions.
- Drawing Assist: Offers suggestions and corrections for sketches.
- Photo Ambient Wallpaper: Creates dynamic wallpapers from your photo library.
- Health Assist: Tracks health metrics and offers personalized insights.
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 continues to support the S Pen, though there are no new upgrades to the stylus itself. The S Pen is available as an optional accessory, and there is no storage slot for it on the device. Both devices feature side-facing fingerprint scanners.
Pricing and Availability
Galaxy Z Flip 6: The base model starts at $1,099 in the US. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is priced at $1,799. Both devices have been available for pre-order since July 10, with general availability starting July 24.
In India, both foldable phones are available for pre-orders through Samsung India’s website, Flipkart, Amazon, other online retailers, and offline stores. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 will go on sale in India from July 24, starting at Rs 1,09,999 and Rs 1,64,999, respectively. For detailed pricing and offers, readers can visit the original post.
Final thoughts
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 offer significant improvements over their predecessors, with enhancements in design, display, and AI features. The Z Flip 6's compact form factor and durable hinge promise a refined foldable experience, while the Z Fold 6 offers a larger screen and versatile multitasking capabilities. AI features like Call Assist, Interpreter, and Note Assist enhance user convenience and productivity on both devices.
Improvements in battery life, processing power, and software support make these devices strong contenders in the foldable market. A more detailed review will be added soon for further insights into their capabilities.
Source: Gizmochina
