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Samsung’s new folding dual-machine Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 were unveiled. (Photo/Photo by reporter Pan Shaotang)
Samsung will hold Galaxy Unpacked 2022 tonight (10th), releasing new products including folding phones Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5 series smart watches, and Galaxy Buds2 Pro true wireless earphones.
This year is Samsung’s “fourth-generation” folding phone, and the goal is to push it further into the mainstream. According to the latest DSCC report, Samsung owns 70% of the global market share and ranks first in folding. Under its leadership, it is rumored that Apple and Google are also interested in entering the market, but they will not be seen in a short time.
Samsung’s upgrade of this generation of folding machines focuses on further improving the pain points of the previous generation’s photography and battery life, and the durability of the body has also been strengthened. The Z Fold 4, which is mainly for business, has the main camera increased from 12 million pixels to 50 million pixels for the first time. It is the same sensor as the S22 and S22+; the telephoto has added 3x optical zoom.
Positioning the small folded Z Flip 4, the pixel area of the main camera’s photosensitive element has also been increased from 1.4 microns to 1.8 microns, which is claimed to be 65% brighter than the previous generation. The configuration maintains a 12-megapixel rear dual lens.
The Samsung Fold 4 is positioned for business. (Photo/Photo by reporter Pan Shaotang)
The main camera of the Samsung Z Fold 4 has been upgraded to 50 million pixels. (Photo/Photo by reporter Pan Shaotang)
The Z Flip series is limited by its small size and cannot be packed into a large battery. In the past, the battery life was not ideal. The Z Flip 4 has been increased from 3,300mAh to 3,700mAh. 25W fast charge.
The size of the inner and outer screens of the two new foldable models is the same as that of the previous generation, and there is no major breakthrough in appearance, mainly due to the strengthening of details. For example, the foldable glass is 45% stronger under the blessing of more advanced PET film, and the outer body is Corning. The latest Gorilla Glass Victus+, the hinge has also been redesigned, the screen frame is narrower, etc., to improve the durability.
In addition, the Bespoke version of the Z Flip 4 with customizable colors has been added to 75 color combinations this year. It is unclear whether it will be introduced in Taiwan.
The Samsung small fold has a small appearance, and the Z Flip 4 has a larger battery. (Photo/Photo by reporter Pan Shaotang)
Samsung’s new folding hinge has a redesign. (Photo/Photo by reporter Pan Shaotang)
The folding operation experience is more diverse. For example, two-finger gestures can quickly open multi-tasking; Flex mode adds a TouchPad function, which turns half of the phone’s screen into a touchpad when folded.
Overall, it is an improvement based on past user feedback to make folding phones more practical. It is a pity that the lightweight of this generation of flagships is still limited, and the Z Fold 4 is only 8 grams lighter. In addition, from the point of view of the real machine, the screen crease is not obvious, which is similar to the previous generation, but it has no effect on use. This time, the Z Fold 4 also emphasizes that the under-screen lens is upgraded to 2.0, which seeks to increase the pixel density and make the lens more hidden. However, in actual comparison, the difference does not seem to be large.
Samsung’s new folding multitasking is stronger. (Photo/Photo by reporter Pan Shaotang)
The new phone is expected to be available in select markets from August 26. The Z Fold 4 starts at US$1,799.99 (approximately NT$53,991), the Z Flip 4 starts at US$999.99 (approximately NT$29,995), and the US dollar price of the entry-level model has not increased. The detailed sales time and price in Taiwan are yet to be determined. announced.
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