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Business Insider
7 days ago
- Business Insider
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 cases
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 cases provide lasting protection in slim, lightweight forms that don't inhibit features like wireless charging. Below, we've put together a list of some of our favorite cases from our testing experience with options from Samsung themselves and trusted third-party brands. Our top pick among the best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 cases is the Otterbox Galaxy Z Flip 7 Thin Flex case, an ultra-slim, durable, clear case that prevents use-related yellowing and is easy to hold. For a budget option, our favorite is the Spigen Nano Pop MagFit case, with its two-toned finish, grippy design, and MagFit compatibility. FAQ Does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 need a case? Like many of the top Android phones, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 is remarkably sturdy. However, no phone is invincible in the real world, and it's worth equipping the expensive Galaxy Z Flip 7 with a dependable case to ensure long-term protection for your investment. What should I look for in a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 case? As with any of the best Samsung phones, when looking for a case for your brand-new Galaxy Z Flip 7, there are a few important factors worth considering. You want to ensure that the case is sturdy, while also meeting any visual preferences and fitting within your budget. For instance, if you are someone who is frequently on the move or a manual laborer, a more rugged case like the Otterbox Thin Flex might best suit your use case. On the other hand, if you prefer minimalism or work in an office, that level of protection is probably overkill. You might prefer a thinner case that can show off your phone's design more easily, like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 Clear Case from Samsung. Will a Galaxy Z Flip 6 case fit a Galaxy Z Flip 7? A case meant for the Galaxy Z Flip 6 will not fit on a Galaxy Z Flip 7 due to their differing dimensions and display sizes. If you have a Galaxy Z Flip 6, you can refer to our guide to the best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 cases to help you figure out what works best for you.
Business Insider
24-07-2025
- Business Insider
The best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 screen protectors
When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreThe best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 screen protectors are made of durable tempered glass and come with a kit or tool for straightforward we've assembled a list of our favorite screen protector options based on our testing experience with Samsung and third-party the best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 screen protectors, our top pick is the Spigen Tempered Glass Screen Protector, which features exceptionally durable tempered glass. Milomdoi's screen protector package is a worthy budget option that comes with three display films and camera lens the screens on modern smartphones are generally well-known for their durability, they aren't impervious to damage. Life happens, and we all accidentally drop things from time to time. A screen protector — along with a sturdy case — is your best bet at protecting your investment in one of 2025's best Android phones for years to all, it is much easier and less of a hassle to replace a cracked screen protector or damaged case — no lengthy warranty process looking for a screen protector for your new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7, there are a few things worth considering. You want to ensure that the display's image resolution is not impacted while also ensuring that an accidental drop or encounter with a hard object like a keychain doesn't crack the also want to ensure that the screen protector is made of durable tempered glass. While plastic screen protectors do exist, they do not provide nearly the same level of protection as their tempered glass counterparts. It would be like pairing one of the best phones on the market with only a piece of paper for the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 are among the best Samsung phones released to date, their screen protectors aren't cross-compatible due to the subtly different sizes of both devices. If you have a Galaxy Z Flip 6, you can refer to our compilation of the best Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 screen protectors for further our WhatsApp and Instagram for more deals and buying guides.
Tom's Guide
23-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
I put the Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Galaxy Z Flip 6 through a 7-round face-off — here's the winner
Now that I've had plenty of time putting them to the test, I have a good idea of how this Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Galaxy Z Flip 6 face-off will turn out. In my Galaxy Z Flip 7 review, I was delighted by the bigger upgrades that Samsung gave its latest flip-style phone. In fact, I'm so impressed by it that it has replaced the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) as the best foldable phone you can buy right now. Just with any other year-over-year update, I still want to show how much of an improvement the Z Flip 7 makes over the Z Flip 6. One of the biggest areas I was concerned about was its performance and battery life, as Samsung opted to go with its own, in-house Exynos 2500 chipset instead of Qualcomm's. I'll definitely cover that and many other things in my 7-round Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Galaxy Z Flip 6 comparison. Here's how the latest Samsung flip-style phone compares to last year's model. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Main Display 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2520 x 1080_ 6.7-inch FHD+ AMOLED (2640 x 1080) Cover Display 4.1-inch Super AMOLED (948 x 1048) 3.4-inch AMOLED (720 x 748) Chipset Exynos 2500 Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 RAM 12GB 12GB Storage 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB Cameras 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP selfie 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 10MP selfie Battery size 4,300 mAh 4,000 mAh Size 2.96 x 3.37 x 0.54-inches (closed), 2.96 x 6.56 x 0.26-inches (open) 3.35 x 2.83 x 0.58 inches (closed), 6.5 x 2.83 x 0.27 inches (open) Weight 6.63 ounces 6.59 ounces I'm happy to report that there isn't a price hike with the Galaxy Z Flip 7, making it the same $1,099 starting cost just like the Galaxy Z Flip 6 last year. Given the hardware upgrades, paired with some incredible Galaxy Z Flip 7 deals going on right now, I would give this one to the Z Flip 7. From what I've seen so far, most carriers and retailers haven't slashed the price of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 in a substantial way to clear out stock. Depending on where you look, you might actually snag one for free — but that usually requires you to commit to a specific cell phone plan, just like what T-Mobile's offered last year. In fact, that's the same offer the carrier has right now for the Z Flip 7. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Although the overall design language doesn't differ between the two, there are a few noteworthy achievements that make the design of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 better. First of all, there's not a substantial change to its size and weight — given how it features a larger battery and bigger screens. They both feature similar armor aluminum frames that make them incredibly durable, but the Z Flip 7 benefits from a new Armor Flex Hinge that makes it smoother to open and close. There's still a crease with the new hinge, but it doesn't appear to be as deep as the Z Flip 6. I will say, though, that I like the color options available to the Z Flip 6. You have a total of seven to choose from, versus the four with the Z Flip 7. However, I do anticipate Samsung coming out with more colors in the coming months. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Starting off with their main displays, the Z Flip 7 gets the nods for its larger 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display. In addition to that, it's also brighter according to our display benchmark test — where it reached a peak brightness of 1,989 nits. That's a smidge brighter than the 1,835 nits recorded from the Z Flip 6's 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display. Even though the Z Flip 6 has a higher resolution, I can hardly notice this miniscule difference. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Screen size 6.9-inches 7 inches 6.7 inches Brightness (nits) 1,989 1,835 1,942 sRGB % 151.7 (Vivid) / 126.7 (Natural) 214.3 (Vivid) / 123.2 (Natural) 135.8 (Vivid) / 119.9 (Natural) DCI-P3 % 107.4 (Vivid) / 89.8 (Natural) 151.8 (Vivid) / 123.2 (Natural) 96.2 (Vivid) / 84.9 (Natural) Delta-E score (closer to zero is better) 0.23 (Vivid) / 0.23 (Natural) 0.33 (Vivid) / 0.26 (Natural) 0.24 (Vivid) / 0.24 (Natural) What I think is more impressive though is how Samsung upgraded the Z Flip 7 with a larger 4.1-inch cover display. It's noticeably larger than the 3.4-inch one with the Z Flip 6, and as a result, it makes using apps and capturing content with the cameras much more satisfying. I can't tell you how much the extra room makes, especially when it comes to running full apps — or typing with the keyboard. All of it is much easier with the larger cover screen of the Z Flip 7. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 When Samsung showed off the Z Flip 7 during its Galaxy Unpacked event, I was a little surprised by the camera specs. On paper, it doesn't appear like any changes were made to its camera because it has the same 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP selfie cameras as the Galaxy Z Flip 6 — including the same aperture values. However, Samsung did spend time explaining how its updated ProVisual Engine enhances the results. I've already detailed their differences in my Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Galaxy Z Flip 6 photo shoot-out, which ultimately gave the performance to the Z Flip 7. I'll explain some of the biggest differences I noticed below. There are still new features and upgrades that make the Z Flip 7 the better camera phone. For starters, I can't stress enough the advantage of having a larger cover screen here because it makes selfies and vlogs easier to capture. Over on the video side, the Z Flip 7 also gains the same LOG video recording mode that debuted with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. As someone that edits video a lot, this flat picture profile gives me more flexibility in the editing room to tweak the colors to my liking. Despite having the same camera as the Z Flip 6, I can tell that the ProVisual Engine is working its magic ever so slightly with the Z Flip 7's shot above of the parking lot. That's because it's boosting the exposure of the trees in the background, which reveals details that are hidden there in the Z Flip 6. I thought their 10MP selfie cameras would produce the same results, but there's one key difference that gives a boost to the older Flip 6. Due to how the built-in screen protector of the Z Flip 7 goes over the selfie camera, it results in a slightly softer look. In contrast, the screen protector doesn't go over the selfie camera on the Z Flip 6 — so it retains a sharper look overall. Again, the updated ProVisual Engine of the Z Flip 7 is working its magic in the portrait shots I captured of myself above. You might think the results are identical, but there are clues in the details that make the Z Flip 7's shot look more realistic. If you take a look at the strap on my shoulder, you'll notice that some parts of it blurred out — whereas the Z Flip 6 keeps it all in focus. The reason why the Z Flip 7 does this is because it replicates the behavior of an actual camera whose focus is squared on the face. It's exactly the look I'd get from using my mirrorless camera. Zooming is done through their respective main cameras, as they lack the dedicated telephoto shooters that other phones offer. The difference boils down to the enhancements made by the ProVisual Engine of the Z Flip 7, which gives more definition to the sign in the middle of the shot and the chain link fence in the background. Low light is where the updated ProVisual Engine really flexes its muscles. While both shots are bright given that they were shot in near pitch dark conditions, the Z Flip 7 benefits from capturing more definition all around the tree. When I zoom to it, I can make out the finer details of the tree's bark and its textures. They look softer and muddy with the Z Flip 6. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Out of all the categories I'm judging, this is the one I'm most interested in because of Samsung's decision to ditch Qualcomm for the Z Flip 7. It's powered by an Exynos 2500 SoC and paired with 12GB of RAM, versus the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 12GB of RAM in the Z Flip 6. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Chipset Exynos 2500 Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Geekbench 6 (single/multicore) 2286 / 8079 2091 / 7022 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited (fps) 114.64 113.4 Adobe Premiere Rush video transcode (Miins:Secs) 1:04 0:46 While I don't see a huge difference in how they perform with my day-to-day tasks, like checking emails, surfing the web, gaming, and checking out my social feeds, their benchmark performance scores show something different. The Exynos 2500 barely beats out the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 in GeekBench 6, but their graphics processing performances are almost identical. In a strange turn of events, the Z Flip 7 renders video slower with the Adobe Premiere Rush test. Really, I was hoping for a wider gap — but this isn't the Snapdragon 8 Elite. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 gets a technical win here, but it really exposes how there's not a huge improvement. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 There's a relationship between a phone's chipset and its battery life, so given the minor performance boost of the Z Flip 7, I wasn't expecting much in terms of its battery life. Thankfully I'm proven wrong because it seems as though Samsung invested more on making the Exynos 2500 power efficient, which could also be aided by the optimizations of One UI 8. Average Battery life (Hrs:Mins) Charging % in 15 minutes Charging % in 30 minutes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 12:24 29% 55% Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 11:01 27% 55% Regardless, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 cruised to the finish line with its time of 12 hours and 24 minutes on our battery drain test. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 ran the same exact test, but falls a bit behind with its 11 hours and 1 minute clocked time. But to be fair, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 has a larger 4,300 mAh battery — whereas the Z Flip 6 has a smaller 4,000 mAh. Over on the recharge side, the Z Flip 7 gets the same 25W wired and 15W wireless speeds as the Z Flip 6. Yet, it charges a smidge faster after 15 and 30 minutes in our testing. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 On the surface, their interfaces may not look or feel all that different, but there are features that give the Z Flip 7 the more compelling software package. For starters, it benefits from having the latest One UI 8 software on top of Android 16. Visually it's not a huge departure, but new additions like the Now Bar and Now Brief are helpful. There's also the cross actions apps feature with the Z Flip 7, which makes it even more intuitive to perform complex actions all through voice commands. While it's only a matter of time before the Z Flip 6 gets the new One UI 8 software, which should bring the Now Bar and Now Brief, I'm not confident it'll get cross app actions. When it comes to AI features, the Z Flip 7 introduces a few new things. The most notable, of course, is the multimodal AI experience with Gemini Live. This allows me to tap into the Z Flip 7's cameras to allow Gemini see what I see, then ask it questions or make commands. I've actually used it to help me with a problem with my electrical breaker, which I know I couldn't do on my own. Secondly, there's the Audio Eraser feature that lets me remove unwanted noise in my videos. It's a handy tool that lets me tweak the audio on the device, rather than using software on my computer. And finally, Samsung finally brings DeX support to the series for the first time with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 — and I couldn't be happier about this. That's because Samsung DeX means I can now connect the Z Flip 7 to a monitor and essentially have access to a desktop PC-like interface. In some ways, it can replace my laptop because of how well it multitasks apps. I'm not surprised by how this Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Galaxy Z Flip 6 face-off turned out. The new Galaxy Z Flip 7 wins every category, with a few where there's a substantial improvement. Not only do I love the larger and brighter displays of the Z Flip 7, but I think its updated software also helps out. Both Samsung DeX support and multimodal AI Gemini Live are two big features you're not going to get with the Z Flip 6, which also helps when its price remains unchanged. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Tom's Guide
19-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
I put the Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs. Galaxy Z Flip 6 through a 10-round photo shootout — here's the winner
Before the Galaxy Z Flip 7 debuted, I was worried about the cameras on Samsung's latest foldable flip phone. Rumors surrounding the Z Flip 7 hinted at no hardware changes — and that's exactly what happened once the phone became official. Camera performance is one of the key areas I always look at with year-to-year upgrades and this one's no exception. In my Galaxy Z Flip 7 review, I mention how the phone's updated ProVisual Engine helps to enhance its shots — proven by how it drew out better details at 10x zoom in my 10-round Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Razr Ultra (2025) photo face-off. That bodes well for the newer phone in this Galaxy Z Flip 7 vs Galaxy Z Flip 6 photo shootout. Just a reminder, both phones pack the same cameras — 50MP main cams, 12MP ultrawides, and 10MP selfie shooters — right down to the same aperture for each lens. While the hardware is unchanged (a bummer in my opinion), the Galaxy Z Flip 7 benefits from a larger Flex Window display on the exterior of the phone. It makes vlogs and selfies a lot easier to pull off, primarily due to the extra real estate where you can see the video preview through that cover display. Similar to my other photo shootouts, I take both best foldable phone contenders and capture the same scenes and then preview them on a monitor. I can't stress enough how a lot of the emphasis will come down to the newer image processing algorithms with the Z Flip 7. Galaxy Z Flip 7 Galaxy Z Flip 6 Main Camera 50 MP main (f/1.8) 50 MP main (f/1.8) Ultrawide 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2) 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2) Selfie 10MP (f/2.2) 10MP (f/2.2) Video Recording up to 4K 60 fps up to 4K 60 fps It's an even match up with the daytime shots I captured using the main cameras on both Flip models. All the details are nicely captured, including the license plates on the cars, the texture of the pavement in the foreground, and the sign on the light pole. The only difference I can make out is how the Galaxy Z Flip 7 gives the trees in the background a little boost in the shadows. Those darker areas are exposed more to draw out the details there, while the Z Flip 6 looks dark. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Sticking to the same spot with the parking lot, I switched over to the ultrawide shooters on both phones. Again, it's almost identical in terms of their details captured and field of views. This time, there's no exposure bump whatsoever applied to the Galaxy Z Flip 7, so the only difference comes down to their color temperature. While the Z Flip 7 skews warm, I also like the Z Flip 6 because it also looks warm. Winner: Tie I have to admit, these shots of the yellow flowers look amazing. However, trying to determine which of the two Flip models produces the better colors is tough because they're very close. There's just a tiny bit more saturation with the yellow from the Galaxy Z Flip 6 shot, but the Z Flip 7 isn't too far off. I can also see the same with the green leaves and stems all around the scene, as the Z Flip 7 sprinkles a small dose of saturation. It's honestly a good shot, but the Z Flip 7 has a slightly more true-to-life tone. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Now this one's interesting because upon closer inspection, I can make out a difference between them. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 has the better selfie due to the sharpened effect it applies, which draws out more of the details around my face. Initially I was surprised by the results, but there's a reason why the Z Flip 6 captures the better selfie. All you need to do is look closer at the selfie cutout on the interior display. Both phones come with Samsung's pre-applied screen protector (which you shouldn't remove), but the Z Flip 7's screen protector goes over the selfie camera — whereas the Z Flip 6 cuts around it. As a result, the Z Flip 6's selfie camera isn't obscured, which I think explains the results. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 6 Here's a perfect example of new image processing algorithms that help to improve a shot. If you look closely at the edges of my portrait shot, you can see how both phones apply the usual blurring effect to the background. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is pretty spot on with the blurring effect, but it does it in a linear way. Meaning, it detects me from the shot and blurs out everything else so that the effect goes all the way around the edges. However, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 applies the effect in a more realistic way by not keeping it uniform. Take a look at the strap around my neck and even my right shoulder. They're slightly blurred out, which is what happens when you place the focus on a face. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 I captured a shot of the gazebo in the park with the sun behind it, so that it casts a shadow around the foreground, which helps to show off their dynamic range performance. Even though the Z Flip 7 has the sharper details, there's not an overwhelming difference with their dynamic range performance. Both the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Flip 7 boost the exposure in the shadows to better balance out the highlights, which I can see in the shadowed parts of the trees in the background and the flower bed directly in front of the gazebo. Meanwhile, the sky is properly exposed without losing details in the clouds. Winner: Tie Neither phone has a dedicated macro mode, but that doesn't stop me from taking close-up shots. While the Galaxy Z Flip 6's slightly saturated colors are present here again, both phones actually match each other in terms of detail and clarity. I really like how they both capture the texture in the petals, along with the strong details of the stem in the middle of the flower. And if you look close enough, you can make out the tiny bits of pollen that are sticking all around the stem. Winner: Tie Despite the lack of telephoto cameras, both phones can still whip up decent 2x zoom shots. The flowers in the foreground appear identical with both and I like how they retain the textures of the leaves with some of the plants. Looking elsewhere in the shots, the Z Flip 7 does a better job of cleaning up the background — especially around the upper right corner with the bench and street sign. They appear blurred with the Z Flip 6, but they're crystal clear sharp with the Z Flip 7. In fact, I can make out the name of the street sign. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Any of those discrepancies at 2x zoom only become exemplified when you go to their maximum 10x zoom level. I have to pixel peep with these shots above because they look very similar at a cursory look. The first thing I lock on is the sign on the post in the middle of the shot, where the words look more defined with the Z Flip 7. It's not by a tremendous amount, but still one I notice. Elsewhere, I look at the chain link fence and trees in the background, which look a bit murky on the Z Flip 6. And finally, the concrete pavement has more detail and looks a bit sharper with the Z Fold 7. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Out of all the categories, this is the one with an overwhelming advantage for the Galaxy Z Flip 7. First of all, I have to tell you that both phones are low-light beats — which is impressive for a foldable. They take the nearly pitch black conditions in my backyard and make it look like a light source is shining onto the tree. The details in the tree are more defined with the Galaxy Z Flip 7, whereas the Z Flip 6 softens them. Further back with the sidings on my garage, the Z Flip 7 also neutralizes the small section that's lit there to better expose the siding. That same spot looks overexposed with the Z Flip 6. Winner: Galaxy Z Flip 7 Even though I would've loved to see hardware upgrades to the camera, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 benefits largely from Samsung's updated ProVisual Engine, and as a result, manages to come out on top with this shoot out. The improvements are minor at best, so if you're considering upgrading, I'd actually tell you to wait — that's unless the other upgrades are worthwhile for you. What I'm interested next, though, is to put the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE through its own photo shoot out. It has the same camera setup at the Z Flip 7 and Flip 6, but presumably gets treated to the same enhancements with this updated ProVisual Engine. And yes, it does come in at a lower cost and sticks to a smaller Flex Window display. 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Tom's Guide
18-07-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I was underwhelmed by the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE — here's why it could be worth buying anyway
When the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE made its debut last week alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, it's safe to say my initial impression of Samsung's attempt at offering a lower-cost foldable phone was less than enthusiastic. And that's coming from someone who celebrates the arrival of every cheap handset like it's Christmas for cheapskates. So why did my initial Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE reaction put the "hmmmmmm" in "ho-hum?" Because to me, this new phone felt like a Galaxy Z Flip 6 with a new name slapped on it. If you're going to do that, just keep the old model around and slash the price. Still, I want to be encouraging to phone makers that at least try to offer low-cost options like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. And I also recognize that not everyone's going to want to pay more than $1,000 for a foldable phone, and just want to know if the trade-offs they have to make to get a cheaper device are worth it. With that in mind, I'm going to take a more open-minded approach toward the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE and highlight what the new phone has to offer. Having already outlined my concerns about this device, here's the case for getting a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE and saving yourself the extra money that you'd have to pay for Samsung's other foldable offerings. It may be the cheapest of the three phones announced at Galaxy Unpacked July 2025, but that doesn't mean the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is immune from all the pre-order offers currently available ahead of the phone's July 25 release. Play your cards right, and you can lower the cost of a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE even further from Samsung's usual $899 asking price. Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE preorder: up to $560 off w/ trade-in @ SamsungSamsung is knocking up to $560 off Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE preorders when you trade-in an older phone. Additionally, you'll get a free storage upgrade with your preorder. This Fan Edition phone is a less expensive version of the Galaxy Z Flip 7. Trade-in a phone when purchasing a Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE at Samsung, and you can get up to $560 in credit, which would put a foldable phone in your hands for less than $400. Best Buy is offering credits for trade-ins, too. Don't have an eligible trade-in device? Best Buy will take $100 off the cost of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE if you activate the phone with a carrier at purchase. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip ZE 7 FE: was $959 now $799 @ SamsungSamsung is selling the 256GB Galaxy Z Flip for $899, the regular cost of the 128GB phone. And if you activate the phone with a carrier at checkout, you can save another $100, bringing your cost to $799. Trade-in a phone and Best Buy is offering up to $550 in credits. Even better, both Samsung and Best Buy are giving you a free storage upgrade on top of any credit you receive for a device trade-in. So you're able to pick a 256GB Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE for what the 128GB base model would normally cost. I may have called the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE a repackaged Z Flip 6, but let's not forget that last year's foldable flip phone from Samsung was a very good handset. In fact, we ranked the Galaxy Z Flip 6 as the best camera phone among foldable devices, and that 50MP main/12MP ultrawide camera setup is yours if you opt for the new FE model. Yes, you are missing out on some updated specs that you would get with the Galaxy Z Flip 7 — namely bigger screens, a larger battery and an updated processor. Those aren't insignificant sacrifices but if you value sharp images, particularly in low-light settings, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE should deliver what you're looking for. One thing I appreciate about Samsung's approach to AI is that it doesn't favor more expensive models with more elaborate features. The same Galaxy AI capabilities available to anyone who's bought the $1,299 Galaxy S25 Ultra are also available on the $799 Galaxy S25. And so it is with Samsung's foldable flip phones, too. In the case of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, that means Now Brief updates directly on the phone's outer screen, alerting you about upcoming appointments, weather forecasts and traffic jams on your commute. Now Bar updates also appear on the outer screen, and you've got access to Gemini Live via the FE, too. Both the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE join other premium Samsung phones in receiving a guaranteed seven years of software and security updates. That same level of support extends to the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, extending the value of this phone even further. With Android 16 already pre-installed on the FE, that means your phone will still be up to date by the time Android 23 — or whatever Google winds up calling that version — rolls around. And that's pretty impressive for the least expensive foldable phone in Samsung's lineup. None of this is to say that the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE will grab the mantle of the best low-cost foldable phone by default. Not only will we have to review Samsung's phone on its own merits, we'll need to compare it to the $699 Motorola Razr (2025) and $999 Motorola Razr Plus (2025) to see how it measures up to Moto's sub-$1,000 foldables. It figures to be a very interesting comparison. Rather, the point here is that there are plenty of reasons to consider pre-ordering the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, even if its specs seem to have more in common with last year's model than a new release. Yes, you're making some trade-offs, but the ultimate value may be worth it in the end.
