With its Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3, Samsung confirms that it is the king of the foldable

August 11, 2021 Joe Kenehan

It is an event every year in August, Samsung launches a wave of new products. But 2021 is special since the South Korean manufacturer suddenly offers us two new models of high-end foldable screen smartphone. We invite you to discover them through this article.

All products are available for pre-order on the official Samsung website from August 11, 2021. Pre-ordering allows you to benefit from advantages such as delivery as soon as the device is available, exclusive colors, a take-back bonus. immediate delivery or accessories.

Galaxy z fold3

It is Samsung’s flagship, its most high-end mobile device. Like its predecessors, the Galaxy Z Fold3 can be used both in tablet mode with its large 7.6-inch, 120 Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2X main screen, and in one-handed smartphone mode thanks to the presence of a secondary panel. 6.2 inch external. This improves compared to the previous generation. It is now based on Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology and has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.

The 5G-compatible Snapdragon 888 chip is paired with 12 GB of RAM and 256 or 512 GB of storage space. Two batteries are integrated into the device, which can accumulate to a capacity of 4400 mAh.

Its main 12 MP, f / 1.8, OIS and Dual Pixel AF photo sensor is associated with a 12 MP ultra wide-angle, f / 2.2 and 123 ° of field as well as a 12 MP telephoto lens allowing a zoom optical up to 2x and digital up to 10x. The selfie camera of the external screen is at 10 MP and f / 2.2 and surprise, the front photo sensor 4 MP f / 1.8 of the main screen is integrated under the panel, a great first at Samsung, for leave all the room for display.

The Galaxy Z Fold3 also supports the S Pen, a formidable productivity tool that we have already seen at work on the Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Galaxy Note. Note taking, drawing, remote control of the smartphone, tactile comfort… the benefits of the S Pen have landed on the Z Fold range. The S Pen Fold Edition stylus, without Bluetooth, was developed specifically for this product, but the S Pen Pro with Bluetooth is also compatible.

The Galaxy Z Fold3 is available in black, silver and green at a price of 1799 euros in 256 GB and 1899 euros in 512 GB. From 08/11 to 08/26, a pre-order offer includes a pack including a block of charge, a protective case, an S Pen Fold Edition stylus, a one-year Samsung Care + insurance and a trade-in of an old phone with a bonus of 200 euros to be added to the value of the phone.

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Galaxy z flip3

The Z Flip range takes the concept of flip mobile phones to enjoy a large 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen in very elongated format (22: 9). Its large resolution of 425 pixels per inch and its refresh rate of 120 Hz guarantee excellent display quality.

A major improvement over the previous model comes from its new external display, available even when the smartphone is folded up. The Super AMOLED panel is almost twice as large and now reaches 1.9 inches, enough to display the time, the battery level and especially the notifications.

The Galaxy Z Flip3 is equipped with the powerful Snapdragon 888 SoC, 8 GB of RAM and 128 or 256 GB of storage depending on the configuration chosen. It is of course 5G compatible and its autonomy is entrusted to a battery with a capacity of 3300 mAh.

The dual photo sensor consists of a 12 MP main module with f / 1.8 aperture, optical image stabilization and Dual Pixel autofocus as well as an ultra wide-angle opening at f / 2.2 offering a 123 ° field of view. In charge of selfies, the front camera has 10 MP and f / 2.4 optics.

Finally, a new major feature comes with the release of these folding smartphones. For the first time, these are water resistant. The Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 have both achieved IPX8 waterproof certification, which they have lacked so far and which reassures consumers about the durability of the devices.

The Galaxy Z Flip3 is available in cream, lavender, green, black, gray, white and pink (only on Samsung’s official website for these last three) at a price of 1059 euros with 128 GB of internal memory and 1109 euros. for the 256 GB version. During the pre-order period which runs from 11/08 to 26/08, the same trade-in bonus as for the Z Fold3 is offered, as is the 12-month Samsung Care + insurance. An accessory box containing a wireless charger and a leather case are also offered.

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Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Buds2

Samsung took the opportunity to present two new accessories. First, the Galaxy Watch4 connected watch, with a brand new interface based on Google’s Wear OS and a modernized design.

There are many variations of the smartwatch on offer, depending on connectivity, case size and design:

Galaxy Watch4 40 mm (Bluetooth): 269 €
Galaxy Watch4 44 mm (Bluetooth): 299 €
Galaxy Watch4 40 mm (4G): 319 €
Galaxy Watch4 44 mm (4G): 349 €
Galaxy Watch4 Classic 42 mm (Bluetooth): 369 €
Galaxy Watch4 Classic 46 mm (Bluetooth): 399 €
Galaxy Watch4 Classic 42 mm (4G): 419 €
Galaxy Watch4 Classic 46 mm (4G): 449 €

The pre-order allows you to benefit from 50 euros of credit on Google Play via a code and two bracelets (one sport-oriented and one in leather) via an ODR.

Remember also that the Galaxy Watch Design Studio allows you to personalize your Galaxy Watch4 connected watch at no extra cost.

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And finally, the Galaxy Buds2 wireless headphones are in the spotlight, with a major addition over the previous generation: active noise reduction. They are sold at a price of 149 euros, with the choice between four colors: black, white, green and lilac.