Samsung Unveiled a New Generation of Foldables and Wearables

Samsung unveiled its latest innovations during the Galaxy Unpacked event held in New York City. The showcase included the Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, and the Galaxy Watch 8 series. The event was livestreamed on Samsung’s website and YouTube channel, highlighting advancements in design, performance, and AI integration. These new products will position Samsung as a strong competitor in both the foldable and wearable markets. Here’s a detailed analysis of the new devices and how they compare to other foldable options on the market.

Galaxy Z Fold7: Redefining the Book-Style Foldable

The Galaxy Z Fold7 is Samsung’s flagship foldable, praised as the “thinnest and lightest foldable yet,” measuring 8.9mm when folded and 4.2mm when unfolded, and weighing just 215 grams. This is a significant leap from the Z Fold6’s 12.1mm folded thickness and 239 grams, making it slimmer than competitors like the Vivo X Fold5 (9.2mm folded) and nearly matching the upcoming Honor Magic V5 (8.8mm folded).

Key Features:

• Display: An 8-inch Dynamic AMOLED inner display and a 6.5-inch cover display, both with improved durability and a smaller crease. The cover display now boasts FHD+ resolution.
• Camera: A standout 200MP main sensor leads a five-camera setup, which includes a 10MP 3x optical zoom, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and dual 10MP selfie cameras. This is a significant upgrade from the Z Fold6’s 50MP main camera, promising sharper images and better low-light performance.
• Performance: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with 12GB or 16GB RAM and storage options of 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB. It runs Android 16 with One UI 8, offering seven years of OS and security updates.
• Battery: Retains the 4,400mAh battery but is optimized for efficiency in the slimmer chassis.
• Design and Durability: Features an enhanced armoured aluminium frame and a glass ceramic back panel, with 50% thicker glass than the Z Fold6 for added protection. It also has an improved IP rating for water and dust resistance.
• S-Pen Support: A new S-Pen is compatible, despite rumours of a removed digitizer, enhancing productivity.
• Price: Starts at ₹1,74,999, a slight price increase from last year’s model. Pre-orders began July 9, with a release date of July 25.

Comparison with Other Foldables

The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold features an 8-inch inner display, matching the Z Fold7, but it is thicker at 10.5mm when folded and heavier at 257 grams. While its camera system boasts a 48MP main sensor, it falls short compared to the Z Fold7’s impressive 200MP camera. However, Google compensates with AI features like Audio Magic Eraser that are comparable to Samsung’s Galaxy AI. The Vivo X Fold5 is slightly thicker at 9.2mm and heavier at 217 grams, yet it maintains a lightweight design similar to the Z Fold7; however, it lacks the 200MP sensor and S-Pen functionality. The Honor Magic V5, rumoured to be 8.8mm when folded, might surpass the Z Fold7 in thinness, although details on its camera and processor remain unclear. Samsung’s Z Fold7 stands out with its slim design, powerful camera, and exceptional software support lasting seven years, giving it an advantage over Honor’s shorter update cycles, although its premium price tag may be a drawback compared to slightly budget-friendly options like Vivo’s model.

Galaxy Z Flip7 and Flip7 FE: Flipping the Script

This year Samsung has introduced two flip-style foldables, the premium Galaxy Z Flip7 and the more affordable Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, marking the first Fan Edition foldable.

Galaxy Z Flip7:

• Display: Features a 6.9-inch inner Dynamic AMOLED display and a 4.1-inch Flex cover screen with slimmer 1.25mm bezels, surpassing the Motorola Razr Ultra’s 4-inch cover screen.
• Camera: A 50MP main camera, matching the Flip7 FE, offers improved clarity over the Z Flip6’s 12MP sensor.
• Performance: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite with 8GB or 12GB RAM and 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB storage. It runs Android 16 with One UI 8.
• Battery: A 4,300mAh battery, a slight upgrade from the Z Flip6’s 4,000mAh.
• Design: At 13.7mm folded and 6.5mm unfolded, weighing 188 grams, it’s the slimmest flip foldable to date. Colours include black, blue, and coral red.
• Price: Starts at around ₹1,09,999.

Galaxy Z Flip7 FE:

• Display: Same 6.9-inch inner display and 4-inch cover screen as the Z Flip6, which does not quite match the Flip7’s cover screen size.
• Camera: Shares the 50MP main camera, a strong feature for a budget foldable.
• Performance: Uses the Exynos 2400 processor (last year’s flagship) with 8GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage. Runs Android 16 with One UI 8.
• Battery: 4,000mAh, matching the Z Flip6.
• Design: Similar dimensions to the Flip7 but in black or white.
• Price: Starts at ₹89,999.

Comparison with Other Flip-Style Foldables

The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra features a 4-inch cover screen that is slightly smaller than the Flip7. Although its 50MP camera matches that of the Flip7, it falls short in terms of software update longevity, compared to Samsung’s seven-year commitment. Overall, the Flip7 stands out with its larger cover screen and sleek design as a premium option, while the Flip7 FE makes foldables more accessible through its lower price, albeit with some compromises in performance.

Galaxy Watch 8 Series: Style and Substance

The Galaxy Watch 8 series, including the Watch 8, Watch 8 Classic, and Watch Ultra (2025), was another highlight, blending sleek design with advanced health tracking.

Key Features:

• Design: The Watch 8 series adopts a “squircle” design, a hybrid of square and circular shapes, seen in leaked renders. The Watch Ultra offers a rugged build for outdoor use.
• Health and AI: Enhanced Galaxy AI powers features like advanced sleep tracking, heart rate monitoring, and personalized fitness coaching.
• Battery Life: The Watch 8 series promises up to 29 days on certain models, rivalling Garmin’s Quatix 8.
• Price: Starting at ₹32,999 for the Watch 8 series, a price increase from last year’s models.

Comparison with Other Smartwatches

The Apple Watch Series 10 provides a range of health features but is restricted to iOS, whereas Samsung’s Wear OS offers wider compatibility. Competing with Apple’s Ultra models, the Watch Ultra boasts a rugged design, while the Garmin Quatix 8 matches the battery life of the Watch 8 but is tailored more towards niche outdoor activities. Additionally, Samsung’s AI-driven features cater to a larger audience. In contrast, the Huawei Watch GT 5 offers competitive battery life but falls short in ecosystem integration and AI capabilities when compared to Samsung’s offerings. Overall, the Watch 8 series enhances Samsung’s wearable lineup through versatile designs and strong health features, although the increased pricing may raise some concerns.

Galaxy AI and Future Teasers

Samsung highlighted Galaxy AI across all devices, positioning them as “smart companions” that streamline tasks through voice commands, contextual understanding, and features like Circle to Search during gaming. A teaser for a tri-foldable, possibly the Galaxy G Fold, hinted at a fall 2025 launch, potentially challenging Huawei’s Mate XT.

Availability, Price and Offers

The Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 & Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will be available for pre-order starting today on Samsung.com, Amazon.in, Flipkart.com and all leading retail outlets across the country.

Pre-Order Offers

Customers pre-ordering the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 will receive Free Storage Upgrade worth INR 12,000. Customers pre-ordering the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will receive Free Storage Upgrade worth INR 6,000. Additionally, up to 24-months No Cost EMI will be available for all the three models. Consumers can also pre-order on Samsung Live at https://www.samsung.com/in/live-offers/ starting today.