The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is the highly anticipated next generation of Samsung’s popular foldable phone. With the launch date set for July 10th at Samsung’s Unpacked event, the rumor mill is buzzing with details about what we can expect.
Release Date
While Samsung’s foldable phones have traditionally been released in the summer months, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 will be arriving a bit earlier than usual. Samsung has confirmed that its Unpacked event will be held on July 10th in Paris, France, and the Z Flip 6 is expected to be one of the highlights. Alongside the Z Flip 6, we can expect to see the Galaxy Z Fold 6, the Galaxy Ring, and the Galaxy Watch 7 series.
Price
The Galaxy Z Flip series has historically been more affordable than the Galaxy Z Fold series. However, leaks suggest that the Galaxy Z Flip 6 could see a price increase. European retail listings suggest a starting price of €1,340 for the 256GB model, which converts to about $1,435. It is unclear if this price increase will also apply to the US market.
Design
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to maintain a similar design to its predecessor, the Z Flip 5, with some improvements to its durability. Reports from GalaxyClub suggest that Samsung is working on a new technology called “Ironflex,” which is a more durable foldable OLED display panel. This could mean improved dust resistance for the foldable screen.
Leaked renders from SmartPrix and OnLeaks show a device that looks very similar to the Z Flip 5, including a 6.7-inch main screen, a power button that doubles as a fingerprint sensor, and a USB-C port at the bottom. The cover display is rumored to be larger, possibly reaching 3.9 inches, and will stick with the folder-like shape introduced in the Z Flip 5. The Z Flip 6 is also expected to be slightly thicker than previous models, potentially allowing for a larger battery.
In terms of colors, leaker Ross Young has revealed a list of potential colors including Light Blue, Mint, Silver Shadow, Yellow, Crafted Black, Peach, and White. The Crafted Black, Peach, and White colors are expected to be exclusive colors, available directly from Samsung.com.
Specs
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chip, the same processor that powers the Galaxy S24 series. This means we can expect significant performance and power efficiency improvements.
There is some uncertainty surrounding the RAM configuration. Some reports suggest that the Z Flip 6 will be available with both 8GB and 12GB RAM options. This would be a departure from the traditional 8GB RAM configuration in previous models. There are also reports that suggest the Z Flip 6 will not have an Exynos variant, making it available with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip globally.
Cameras
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 could see a significant upgrade to its camera system. Reports from GalaxyClub suggest that Samsung will be upgrading the primary sensor to a 50MP main camera, a significant improvement over the 12MP camera in the Z Flip 5. The specifications for the ultrawide camera are still unknown, and it is expected that the Z Flip 6 will continue to lack a telephoto camera.
Battery Life
The leaked renders suggest that the Z Flip 6 could be slightly thicker than the Z Flip 5, allowing for a larger battery. Rumors suggest that the battery capacity could be increased to 4,000mAh, which would be an improvement over the Z Flip 5’s 3,700mAh battery. Combined with the improved power efficiency of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, the Z Flip 6 could deliver significant improvements in battery life.
Software and Updates
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is expected to be launched with Android 14 and One UI 6.1. Samsung has committed to seven years of software updates for its S24 series, and it is likely that the Z Flip 6 will receive the same level of software support.
The Z Flip 6 will likely incorporate Samsung’s new Galaxy AI suite of features, which includes AI-powered tools like Live Translate, Chat Assist, Note Assist, and generative photo editing tools.
Overall, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is shaping up to be a compelling upgrade over its predecessor. The larger cover display, improved durability, upgraded cameras, and potential battery life enhancements make it a device worth getting excited about.
