24 DAILY NEWS – Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy Z Fold 7, alongside the Flip 7, at its July 9 “Galaxy Unpacked” event, showcasing its thinnest and lightest foldable device yet. The Galaxy Z Fold 7’s key improvements include a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, an 8″ main display, and a 200 MP camera – desirable features for tech enthusiasts.
Why It Matters
Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 7 alongside the Flip 7 at its July 9 “Galaxy Unpacked” event, marking its thinnest and lightest foldable to date. Key upgrades include a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, an 8″ main display, and an ultra-high‑res 200 MP camera — all essential features targeting early adopters and tech enthusiasts.
Top New Features
1. Ultra‑Thin & Light
- Only 8.9 mm folded and 4.2 mm unfolded, comparing favorably with the S25 Ultra
- Weighs just 215 g, thinner and lighter than most high‑end flagship phones .
2. Stunning Displays
- Cover screen: 6.5″ AMOLED, 120 Hz – improved for one‑hand use
- Main screen: Immersive 8″ AMOLED, 120 Hz – larger and smoother than ever Tom’s Guide.
3. Next‑Gen Performance
- Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, custom‑tuned for AI and speed l
- Comes with 12 GB RAM (16 GB on 1 TB model) and storage from 256 GB to 1 TB
4. Industry‑Leading Camera Suite
- 200 MP wide, supported by a 12 MP ultra-wide and 10 MP telephoto lens Wired+109to5Google+10TechRadar+10.
- Dual 10 MP selfie cams (cover + main), replacing older lower-resolution options Lifewire+79to5Google+7Tom’s Guide+7.
- New ProVisual Engine and HDR video support elevate image and video output Tom’s Guide+1Samsung+1.
5. AI‑Powered Innovation
- Native integration of Google Gemini AI delivers smart features like live translation and context-aware multitasking PhoneArena+10News.com.au+10TechRadar+10.
- Enhanced editing, photo tools, and AI capabilities embedded throughout the OS Lifewire.
6. Durability & Design
- New Armor FlexHinge plus Grade 4 titanium and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for added ruggedness evomag.ro+15Radio Times+15Tom’s Guide+15.
- Exceptionally thin yet robust build rated to endure everyday use Android Central+3Tom’s Guide+3Droid Life+3.
📅 Availability & Pricing
Region | Price (256 GB) | Availability |
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US | $1,999 | Pre-orders begun; ship July 25 TechRadar+10Lifewire+10Wired+10 |
UK | £1,799 | Pre-order July 9; available July 25 |
Australia | AU$2,899 | Available August 1 |
Europe | ~€2,109 | Expected late July |
First Impressions & Early Feedback
- Tom’s Guide praises its thinness, design refinement, and camera setup — calling it “the first foldable I’d actually want to buy” YouTube+15Tom’s Guide+15Tom’s Guide+15.
- Droid Life describes it as “incredibly thin” and “so sexy” that it feels easy to pocket — a breakout from clunky predecessors Droid Life.
- TechRadar notes the absence of S Pen support—a tradeoff for slimness—and spotlights the premium camera package Samsung+14TechRadar+14androidheadlines.com+14.