After years in the tech wilderness, flip phones are having their moment again. Considering transitioning from a slate-like smartphone to a (just as smart) contemporary flip or fold design? There are lots of things to consider. Like whether you want to use it for gaming or to get work done. How small you want it to fold up. How big you like your screen to be. The list goes on.
Happily, with the newest flip phones, you don’t have to sacrifice any of your top priorities – and Samsung’s just-launched models, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, are taking flipping and folding to the next level.
Best of all, the Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 can be used seamlessly with a new family of Samsung products, including tablets that are designed to provide you with the ultimate second screen. The Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra offers an immersive 14.6-inch AMOLED 2X display so you can host super-smooth work presentations by day and relax with a film by night - all in stunning detail and enhanced contrast. Busy day ahead? With the tablet’s powerful Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 processor, you can choose the multi-window option and work across three different apps at once.
Alternatively, the Galaxy Tab S9 and Galaxy Tab S9+ have you covered with the same quality screen and a vision booster that’ll adjust it to different kinds of lighting conditions, along with IP68 water-resistant protection so you don’t need to worry about the odd splash when you’re out and about. And they’ve launched an exciting new range of watches too: the Galaxy Watch6 offers a high-tech alternative to a traditional watch, while the Galaxy Watch6 Classic will track your exercise routine. Both versions are packed with features to encourage everyday wellbeing, monitoring your sleep data, blood pressure and heart rate. And as they both have a long-lasting battery and Fast Wireless Charging, it’s easy to get up to 100%.
Samsung have ensured that this new range of watches and tablets will pair seamlessly with the Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5, so you can sync up your devices in a flash. Read on to see why we can’t wait to get involved with the next generation of flip phones. The early 2000s could never.
Back in the day, flip phones weren’t exactly known for their generous screens (remember having to press the "down" button repeatedly to read a text that wasn’t even that long?). But things are different now. Galaxy Z Flip5 takes things to another level thanks to Samsung’s biggest cover screen yet, which you can personalise and use to make payments and calls before you’ve even flipped it open. And with Galaxy Z Fold5, you get a big screen experience wherever you go thanks to a huge, smooth and vibrant display that’s basically like having a cinema in your pocket. Catching up on that cult TV show or gaming on the commute to work will never have felt so satisfying.
If someone tells you they never take selfies, one of two things is going on: either they’re lying, or they had a bad experience with a front-facing camera once and it really put them off. But whether you need a quick up-to-date headshot for work, your dating app requires a refresh or you just want to see your new haircut from all angles, there’s no shame in a selfie – and the better your camera, the better you’ll feel. Galaxy Z Fold5’s AI-powered smart camera captures every detail, even in low light. And Galaxy Z Flip5’s FlexCam allows you to adjust your shot to get the perfect angle – while its main 12MP camera with Portrait Mode makes every skin tone pop. Say cheese.
Personalisation of Heart Rate Zone enabled when selecting outdoor run activity. It is required to run consistently for more than 10 minutes with speed of 4km/h or faster.
Spills, bumps and scrapes are a part of life, but knocking your precious phone is enough to send a shiver down anyone’s spine. As long as it’s made of sufficiently tough stuff, though, you can relax. Galaxy Z Fold5 has a revamped design that’s lighter, thinner and tougher, making it even more resistant to damage, drops and random spills. And thanks to Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 and Armour Aluminium, the Galaxy Z Flip5 is super-robust – while its IPX8 water resistance means you can keep snapping photos even if you’re stuck in the rain at a festival.
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OK, battery chat doesn’t sound that interesting. But has your phone ever died on a long train journey? Or in the middle of a day at work when you forgot to pack your charger? Then you’ll know that a long-lasting battery is actually a low-key life enhancer. With the Galaxy Z Flip5’s all-day battery life, you can keep calling, texting and scrolling without worrying that you’ll run out of power. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Fold5’s enhanced battery life allows you to stream entertainment or play optimised games like Call of Duty and Spiderman for up to 1.3 hours longer. Meaning more fun, for longer.
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Published: 17 Aug 2023