In addition to the Galaxy Z Flip4 5G, Samsung also introduced another new folding screen phone, the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G . Prioritizing powerful performance for optimal multitasking needs, this device is equipped with many productivity-supporting features.
Galaxy Z Fold4 5G specifications and features
In a press release, Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G as their most powerful smartphone to date and being the first device to run Android 12L. According to Samsung, this operating system is specially designed by Google for large screen devices including foldables.
For multitasking, the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G features a new Taskbar with a PC-like layout. Through this feature, users are given direct access to their favorite and recently used applications. There is also support for the new Swipe Gesture which is claimed to be more intuitive, as well as the ease of switching from full screen display to pop-up windows or split screens quickly.
In a press release, Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G as their most powerful smartphone to date and being the first device to run Android 12L. According to Samsung, this operating system is specially designed by Google for large screen devices including foldables.
For multitasking, the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G features a new Taskbar with a PC-like layout. Through this feature, users are given direct access to their favorite and recently used applications. There is also support for the new Swipe Gesture which is claimed to be more intuitive, as well as the ease of switching from full screen display to pop-up windows or split screens quickly.
Even more interesting, Samsung is also collaborating with Google and Microsoft to improve multitasking functions. For example in the Chrome and Gmail applications, users can now drag-and-drop or copy-paste text to photos from one application to another.
Meanwhile, for those who frequently use Google Meet, users can connect with more people while doing other virtual activities together, such as watching YouTube or playing games. Microsoft Office and Outlook also display more information on the screen and fast interaction with the displayed content. Not to forget, Samsung also added an S Pen and a Standing Cover with Pen case.
Users can also open streaming applications such as Netflix and watch hands-free with Flex Mode. In fact, even for applications that are not optimized, users can control the device without disturbing the content being enjoyed using the latest Flex Mode Touchpad, such as pause, rewind, and play videos as well as zoom in and zoom out.
Other improvements can be found in the camera sector. The Galaxy Z Fold4 5G carries a 50 MP main camera accompanied by a 10 MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and 30x digital zoom capabilities, as well as a 12 MP ultra-wide camera. There is also a 10 MP selfie camera and a 4 MP under-display camera.
The Galaxy Z Fold4 5G has a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main screen, QXGA+ Infinity Flex, with an Adaptive Refresh Rate of 1-120Hz. The screen on the cover also uses a similar panel, Dynamic AMOLED 2X, with a size of 6.2 inches HD + and an Adaptive Refresh Rate of 48-120Hz.
This smartphone is armed with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and 12 GB of RAM. Storage options include 256 GB, 512 GB, and the largest is 1 TB. For the battery, the capacity is 4,400 mAh complete with support for Super Fast Charging 25W and 15W Wireless Charging.
Price and availability
Both the Galaxy Z Flip4 5G and Galaxy Z Fold4 5G have an IPX8 waterproof rating. For those who are interested, the Galaxy Z Fold4 5G is available in several color options including Graygreen, Beige, Phantom Black, and Burgundy. The price starts from USD $1,693.
