Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Samsung unveils new Galaxy Z Fold7
In the biggest design shake-up since introducing foldable phones back in 2011, the tech giant revealed a sleeker, more refined look across all three of its flagship ranges – Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy Watch lines.
The event, held earlier today, also introduced a number of firsts for Samsung, including a new edge-to-edge cover screen for the Z Flip, integration with Gemini Live for a hands-free AI experience, and what Samsung is calling its 'thinnest, most comfortable Galaxy Watch ever.'
SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FLIP7
The Galaxy Z Flip7 gives more cover screen time, boasting a new edge-to-edge design with a 4.1-inch Super AMOLED display and up to 2600 nits of peak brightness, making it the largest and brightest FlexWindow to date. The device also opens up to a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with just 6.5mm thickness, which is great for anyone wanting a seriously compact option and lightweight option.
Users can similarly expect the 'largest ever' battery on a Galaxy Z Flip, offering up to 31 hours of video playtime.
For photos and videos, the ' pocket-sized selfie studio ' packs a 50MP wide, 12MP ultra wide and 10MP front lens, along with flagship features like ProVisual Engine and Enhanced Nightography.
Gemini Live is now accessible via the FlexWindow, allowing you to use voice commands to set reminders, bring up flight details and get restaurant recommendations and more without having to lift a finger.
Samsung's Now Bar is also integrated with more third-party apps, making it easier to peek at real-time updates for ETAs on rideshares, sports scores, music playlists and more.
SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FLIP7 FE
Samsung's Fan Edition range will now extend to the Galaxy Z series, offering similar features to the Galaxy Z Flip7 but at a lower price point. Prices will start from $1499 instead of $1799, and will still have a 50MP FlexCam and access to AI-powered features such as Gemini Live and Now Brief. But there will be a smaller 6.7-inch main display and only up to 24 hours of video playback.
SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD7
The all-new Galaxy Z Fold7 is the 'thinnest, lightest Galaxy Z Fold' device, packing an super thin 215g design that's only 4.2mm thick when unfolded and 8.99mm when closed. It's also powered by 'the most powerful processor customised for Galaxy' – Snapdragon 8 Elite – and features the first 200MP wide angle camera for the Galaxy series.
The company also debuted One UI 8 on Android 16, plus a string of AI improvements functions including Circle to Search. Gemini Live is also now enhanced with multimodal AI that 'understands what users see, say an do', making it easier for the device to understand the context of any questions and avoid switching between different apps to complete a task.
GALAXY WATCH8 SERIES
Comfort and 'ultimate wellness' was at the heart of the new Galaxy Watch range. Aside from a thinner design and brighter screen on the Galaxy Watch 8, users have a few more features on the Samsung Health app to help track their habits. This includes Bedtime Guidance, which measures the circadian rhythm to recommend an optimal bed time and supposedly detect signs of sleep apnoea.
Samsung also introduced an Antioxidant Index feature, which the company claims measures carotenoid levels to help you 'make informed lifestyle choices for healthy ageing'.
HOW MUCH WILL SAMSUNG'S FOLDABLE PHONES AND GALAXY WATCH8 COST?
Here's how much you can expect to fork out for the new Galaxy Z series and Galaxy Watch range:
• Galaxy Z Flip7: $1799 (256GB), $1999 (512GB)
• Galaxy Z Flip7 FE: $1499 (128GB), $1599 (256GB)
• Galaxy Z Fold7: $2899 (256GB), $3099 (512GB), $3549 (1TB)
• Galaxy Watch8 Classic: $899 (46mm Bluetooth), $999 (46mm LTE)
• Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025: $1299 (47mm LTE)
PRE-ORDER OFFERS
Want to get your new device ASAP? You can pre-order from today and have until Friday, August 1.
Samsung
• Pre-order Galaxy Z Fold7 to receive bonus storage upgrade up to 512GB, or upgrade storage to 1TB for $250
• Pre-order Galaxy Z Flip7 to receive bonus storage upgrade
• Pre-order Galaxy Z Flip7 FE to receive bonus storage upgrade
• Pre-order Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 to receive $250 instant cart discount
• Pre-order Galaxy Watch8 Classic to receive $150 instant cart discount
• Pre-order Galaxy Watch8 to receive $100 instant cart discount
Amazon Australia
• Pre-order Galaxy Z Fold7 to receive bonus storage upgrade up to 512GB, or upgrade storage to 1TB for $250 and $300 promo credit.
• Pre-order Galaxy Z Flip7 to receive to receive bonus storage upgrade and $300 promo
credit.
• Pre-order Galaxy Z Flip7 FE to receive bonus storage upgrade and $200 promo credit.
• Pre-order Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 to receive 20 per cent off RRP.
• Pre-order Galaxy Watch8 Classic to receive 20 per cent off RRP.
• Pre-order Galaxy Watch8 to receive 20 per cent off RRP.
Vodafone
• Save up to $1000 when you pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold7, trade-in an eligible device and stay connected to a selected plan over 24 or 36 months
• Save up to $750 when you pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip7, trade-in an eligible device and stay connected to a selected plan over 24 or 36 months
• Save up to $600 when you pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE and stay connected to a selected plan over 24 or 36 months
Missed out on the action? Watch the live stream from the event via Samsung's website or YouTube.
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