With an innovative form factor enhanced by new Flex Hinge for a balanced design, and pro-grade camera capabilities with unique FlexCam, Galaxy Z series delivers unrivaled foldable experiences
Samsung Electronics, Pakistan– July 26, 2023, today announced its fifth generation of Galaxy foldables: Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5. The industry-leading form factors offer unique experiences for every user with sleek and compact designs, countless customization options, and powerful performance. The new Flex Hinge makes the foldable experience possible, while offering an aesthetically balanced and solid design. These unrivalled foldable devices unlock extraordinary camera capabilities such as FlexCam to take photos from creative angles. With strong performance and an optimized battery powered by the latest processor, the Samsung Galaxy Z series transforms what is possible with a smartphone – open or closed.
“Samsung is revolutionizing the mobile industry with foldables by setting the standard and continually refining the experience,” said TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Experience Business at Samsung Electronics. “Every day, more people choose our foldables because they offer an experience people want that they can’t get on any other device. Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are the latest devices that prove our commitment to meeting the needs of our customers through innovative technology.”
Samsung’s heritage of innovation and dedication to the foldables category has created incredibly versatile devices available. With a strong belief in the potential of the foldable format, paired with world-class R&D and manufacturing capabilities, Samsung has consistently refined and optimized the Galaxy Z series lineup. From content creation on Galaxy Z Flip5’s new Flex Windowi to seamless multitasking on Galaxy Z Fold5, this series of Galaxy foldables meets and exceeds the distinctive needs of today’s users.
Furthermore, both Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are carefully designed to meet durability expectations. The main screen is equipped with a shock dispersion layer and a redesigned back for a more solid displayii. Along with IPX8iii support, Armor Aluminum frames, and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2iv applied to both the Flex Window and back cover, Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 provide the protection consumers expect, enhanced further by Flex Hinge. This new integrated hinge module features a dual rail structure, diffusing external impacts.
Galaxy Z Flip5: The ultimate pocketable self-expression tool without compromise
The Galaxy Z Flip5 delivers a stylish, unique foldable experience from a pocket-sized device built for self-expression.
The new Flex Window, now 3.78 times largerv than the previous generation, offers a wide range of existing and new capabilities. It provides more customization options, including informative and graphical clocks that can match the face design of a user’s Galaxy Watch6 seriesvi, as well as stylish frames. In addition, Galaxy Z Flip5’s new Flipsuit Casevii provides device protection with a changeable NFC card, so users can match their Flex Window design and case design for even more personalization options.
Closed, the Galaxy Z Flip5 offers more usability than ever before. From the Flex Window, quickly and effortlessly access useful information. With Widgets, users can check the weather, control music playback and listen to their favorite music with Media Controllerviii, or catch up on the latest global stock market updates with the Google Finance widget. Simply view all Widgets at a glance and switch between them instantly with a pinch of the screen to activate Multi Widget View. Plus, easily check notifications and access Quick Settings for Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Without ever opening the device, browse through call history to return missed calls, and reply to texts on-the-go using Quick Reply with a full QWERTY keyboard and visibility of chat history. With a quick swipe up on the screen, access Samsung Walletixto pay on-the-go, access QR codes and coupons, as well as boarding passes, membership cards, digital keys and health passes.
With its unparalleled design and form factor, Galaxy Z Flip5 also offers the most versatile camera experience on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Take high-quality selfies with the rear camera thanks to the larger Flex Window. Users can capture stunning hands-free photos from creative angles with FlexCam. It’s quick and simple to view and edit shots in Flex Modex too. Users can review, adjust the color tone, or delete images easily with the Quick View in the Flex Window. When taking a photo of a friend, Dual Previewxi lets them see themselves in the Flex Window so they can adjust in real time for the perfect shot. Users can get a smooth shot on the go with camera-stabilizing Super Steady, while Auto Framingxii ensures that no one is left out.
The Galaxy Z Flip5 adds AI solution improvements to the powerful camera experience, bringing every photo to life. Get creative, even in low light, with improved Nightography capabilities that optimize photos and videos in ambient lighting conditions. The AI-powered image signal processing (ISP) algorithm corrects any visual noise that typically spoils low-light images while enhancing details and color tone. Even from a distance, photos are clearer with the digital 10X zoomxiii.
Galaxy Z Fold5: The ultimate productivity powerhouse with a large screen
Offering an immersive, large screen and a long-lasting batteryxiv in the thinnest, lightest Fold yetxv, Galaxy Z Fold5 is easy to take anywhere, while delivering the most powerful performance in the Galaxy Z series.
The Galaxy Z Fold has been a pioneer in transforming everyday productivity through a robust, big screen experience, evolving from Multi Windowxvi and App Continuityxvii to a wide range of features including Taskbarxviii, drag and drop, and optimization of third-party apps. S Pen Fold Editionxix introduced in the third generation Fold in 2021, has also been fine-tuned to deliver a superior writing experience on Galaxy Z Fold5. These features and tools come together to deliver powerful productivity on a large screen and enable users to complete important tasks from anywhere.
The improved Taskbar enables dynamic productivity by allowing users to quickly switch between frequently used apps. Now up to four recent apps are the ready for more efficient working. Newly enhanced two-handed drag and dropxx can also ramp up productivity when moving content between apps and screens. Simply touch and hold an image in Samsung Gallery with one finger and use another finger to open the Samsung Notes app to drag and drop the image. With hidden pop-upxxi, an app can continue running in the background, allowing users to watch video content in full screen and chat with friends in a floating pop-up on the side of the screen.
The new slimmerxxii and more compact S Pen Fold Editionxxiii makes real-time annotating and ideation easy while being able to fit more comfortably in the pocket. The Slim S Pen Casexxiv is nearly the same thicknessxxv as a regular case for the Fold and available in a variety of styles and colorsxxvi so users can carry their S Pens in style.
Helping users do more on the go, the 7.6-inch Main Screenxxvii provides expansive and uninterrupted viewing so users can enjoy their favorite movie in portrait or landscape. Plus, peak brightness has increased by more than 30%, up to 1750 nitsxxviii, for an optimal viewing experience outdoors even under bright sunlight.
Providing users with an immersive gaming experience on the largest Galaxy smartphone screen, the Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxyxxix enhances graphics and uses AI to enable dynamic gaming and multi-game functionality. The Galaxy Z Fold5 can comfortably handle marathon gaming sessions with its advanced cooling system that dissipates heat more intelligently for less lag and no drop in performance.
Delivering a positive impact for the planet
Samsung continues to demonstrate progress toward the company’s environmental vision and accelerate actions that help achieve its goals, including reaching net zero carbon emissions by the end of 2030 for the Device Experience Division.
The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Fold5 featurexxx a wider variety of recycled materialsxxxi than their previous generations, including pre-consumer recycled glass and aluminum and post-consumer recycled plastics, sourced from discarded fishing nets, water barrels and PET bottles. Even the paper used for their packaging boxxxxii is made using 100 percent recycled materialxxxiii.
These innovations have also been purposefully designed for optimized longevity. Each device comes with five years of security updates and four generations of OS upgrades, helping to extend the product lifecycle.
Availability
The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 will be available for early bird purchases in Pakistan on carriers, retailers, and on https://www.samsung.com/pk/ soon.
Galaxy Z Flip5 lets users express themselves with colors including Mint, Graphite, Cream, and Lavenderxxxiv, as well as a range of accessoriesxxxv
Galaxy Z Fold5 is available in Icy Blue, Phantom Black & Cream along with accessoriesxxxvi
To learn more about Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/pk/
i Galaxy Z Flip5’s Cover Screen is the first in the Galaxy Z Flip series with a proximity sensor and first Galaxy Z Flip Cover Screen to support HBM. Galaxy Z Flip5’s Cover Screen HBM has a peak brightness of 1600 nits for a brighter and clearer display.
ii Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip models.
iii Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Rinse residue/dry if wet. Water and dust resistance of device is not permanent and may diminish over time because of normal wear and tear.
iv Pre-Consumer Recycled Content: Discarded glass waste generated as a byproduct of glass manufacturing. This glass waste is crushed into cullet and then used as a component in the Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 manufacturing process.
v Compared to Galaxy Z Flip4. Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip5’s Cover Screen is 3.4-inch in the full rectangular form; actual viewable area is approximately 95% of the full rectangular area due to the rounded corners and lower cutout.
vi Galaxy Watch6 series sold separately. Model and color availability may vary by market or carrier.
vii Accessories sold separately. Model and color availability may vary by market or carrier.
viii Media Controller widget only appears when music is played.
ix Availability of Samsung Wallet may vary depending on country or device model. Supported items may vary by country. Samsung Wallet is available on devices that support P OS or higher and Samsung Pay.
x Flex Mode supported at angles between 75° and 115°.
xi Dual Preview supported on devices running One UI 2.1 and above.
xii Auto Framing only available in Video mode. Auto Framing must be enabled before recording. Certain resolutions and ratios may not be supported. Certain functions may not be available when Auto Framing is on. Only people can be recognized, and there is a limit to how many people may be recognized. Available on Samsung Camera, BlueJeans, Google Duo, Meta Messenger, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex Meet, and Zoom. Auto-framing available on select lenses.
xiii May cause some image deterioration.
xiv Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2023.06.19-2023.06.29 in the US with pre-released version under default setting using LTE and 5GSub6 networks.
xv Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.
xvi Certain applications may not support Multi Window or App Pair.
xvii Certain applications may not support App Continuity.
xviii Taskbar feature supported on the Main Screen only.
xix S Pen Fold Edition sold separately. Only use the Samsung S Pen Fold Edition designed for Galaxy Z Fold3 5G/Fold4/Fold5 or S Pen Pro. All other S Pens or stylus pens may damage the screen. Galaxy Z Fold5 does not have a built-in slot for the S Pen. S Pen support is limited to the Main Screen.
xx Certain applications may not support two-handed drag and drop.
xxi Certain applications may not support hidden pop-up.
xxii S Pen Fold Edition for Galaxy Z Fold5 measures 4.35mm, compared to 7.4mm for Galaxy Z Fold4.
xxiii Size of S Pen Fold Edition for Galaxy Z Fold5 is 4.35mm compared to 7.4mm for Z Fold4. S Pen Fold Edition sold separately. Slim S Pen Case (S Pen Fold Edition included) sold separately. S Pen Fold Edition is only compatible with Galaxy Z Fold5, Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Fold3. All other S Pens or stylus pens are not designed for Z Fold5 (including those by other manufacturers) and may damage the screen. Z Fold5 does not have a built in slot for the S Pen. S Pen support is limited to the Main Screen.
xxiv S Pen Fold Edition sold separately. Slim S Pen Case (S Pen Fold Edition included) sold separately. S Pen Fold Edition only compatible with Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Fold3 5G.
xxv The thickness of Galaxy Z Fold5 with the S Pen Slim Case is 20.63mm, 13.4mm without the Case.
xxvi Preset Slim S Pen Case and S Pen Fold Edition color combinations include Graphite case with Black S Pen, Sand case with Apricot S Pen and Icy Blue case with Lime S Pen.
xxvii Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold5’s Main Screen size is 7.6-inch in the full rectangle and 7.4-inch accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.
xxviii The Dynamic AMOLED 2X display on Galaxy Z Fold5 received a certification from VDE Germany for 100 percent Mobile Color Volume in the DCI-P3 color range, which means images aren’t washed out and you’ll get unbelievably vivid colors regardless of differing levels of brightness. The display can achieve peak brightness of up to 1750 nits, improving the contrast between dark and light aspects of digital content for a more brilliant picture quality, with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio to make your mobile experience more immersive.
xxix AP performance improvements shown compared to previous generation processor. Actual performance will depend on user environment, pre-installed software and applications, and other conditions. Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon® 8 Gen 2 Mobile Platform for Galaxy is optimized for Samsung. World’s fastest Snapdragon claim true as of February 1, 2023.
xxx Galaxy Z Flip5: 15 device components that feature a minimum of 10% post-consumer recycled material plastic or pre-consumer recycled aluminum, or Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 with an average of 22% pre-consumer recycled content. These components include Volume Key Bracket, Speaker Module (Upper & Lower), Rear Top, Display Connector Cap, FPCB RF Cable Bracket, Rear Mid, Case Front (Main), Case Front (Sub), Volume Key, Finger Key Bracket, Receiver Deco, Connector to Connector Holder, SIM Tray, Sub Window, Back Glass. (Galaxy Z Flip4: 6 device components).
Galaxy Z Fold5: 15 device components that feature a minimum of 10% post-consumer recycled material plastic or pre-consumer recycled aluminum, or Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 with an average of 22% pre-consumer recycled glass. These components include Volume Key FPCB Bracket, Top Speaker Module (Upper & Lower), Bottom Speaker Module (Upper & Lower), Cover Display Connector, Case Front (Main), Case Front (Sub), Antenna (Sub), Antenna (Main), Volume Key, Finger Key Bracket, SIM Tray, Connector to Connector Holder, Camera Deco (Top & Bottom), Sub Window, Back Glass. (Galaxy Z Fold4: 6 device components).
The above measurements are based on weight.
xxxi Types of recycled materials include post-consumer recycled PA sourced from discarded fishing nets, post-consumer recycled PBT sourced from discarded PET bottles, post-consumer recycled PC sourced from water barrels and pre-consumer recycled aluminum sourced from discarded scrap material generated as a by-product during manufacturing. The scrap metal is re-melted, filtered for impurities and then recycled to make parts within Samsung’s manufacturing process. There is also pre-consumer recycled content sourced from discarded glass waste generated as a byproduct of glass manufacturing. This glass waste is crushed into cullet and then used as a component in the Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 manufacturing process.
xxxii 100% recycled paper is used in the following packaging components: the Product Packaging Unit Box, Cover Protector, Manual Box, Manual Pad, and DLC Band.
xxxiii The 100% recycled paper material has received Environmental Claim Validation (ECV).
xxxiv Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier.
xxxv Accessories sold separately. Model and color availability may vary by country or carrier.
xxxvi Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier.
