Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3: Release date, features, rumours, and news
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip will be succeeded by a next-generation clamshell foldable, and there's hope this Z Flip 3 will be a major upgrade.
When we reviewed Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip, we did so with plenty of excitement. That model has been subsequently updated with 5G and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus, though retains the same physical design - it's just now faster. There are however, still shortcomings, like the small external display.
Will the Galaxy Z Flip 3 step things up? Here's everything we know about it so far.
Release date and price
- 11 August event
- 27 August release?
- Around $1200/£1250
Samsung has confirmed its next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on 11 August. The tagline for the event is "Get ready to unfold". It's rumoured the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be announced, alongside the Z Fold 3 and new smartwatches in the Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch 4 Classic.
It's said the Z Flip 3 and Z Fold 3 will then be made available on 27 August.
In terms of price, the Galaxy Z Flip cost around $1400 in the US and £1300 in the UK when it initially launched. The 5G model was cheaper, costing around $1199 in the US and £1229 in the UK. There have been no rumours as to how much the Z Flip 3 will cost but we'd expect a similar ballpark to previous models and cheaper than the Z Fold 3.
Design and cameras
- Dual cameras in a newly integrated design
- Expanded cover display
- Armor Frame?
Leaked pictures of the purported Z Flip 3 suggest the device will have dual cameras on its front. That's much the same as the double 12-megapixel (main and ultra-wide lenses) on the existing model - except in the Flip 3 the design is much better integrated.
| collection: | Evan Blass leak |
The other big reveal from the leaked images is how the external display neighbouring those cameras is larger than in the previous models, perhaps allowing the next-generation Z Flip foldable phone to show users more useful information at a glance when closed.
This design was reiterated by further image renders and a video of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 from GizNext. The images show the device in various colour options, which Blass also reiterated by tweeting several short videos.
Elsewhere, Samsung applied for a trademark on the term Armor Frame - and this is specific to its smartphones. It's speculated that this might be to give additional strength to folding phones. It's also been said that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will have an IP rating for water- and dust-resistance - with recent claims saying IPX8.
Hardware and specs
- 120Hz display
- 4G and 5G versions?
- 15W charging speeds
For many, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip will meet requirements in terms of battery, camera and power, providing something unique that looks great; but for the gamers, enthusiasts and power users, the Galaxy Z Flip is probably a compromise they might not want to make.
The 4G LTE-only original Galaxy Z Flip features a Snapdragon 855+ processor, a 6.7-inch primary display (with a resolution of 2636 x 1080 pixels), a 1.1-inch cover screen (with a resolution of 300 x 112 pixels), a 3300mAh battery capacity, dual 12MP rear-facing cameras, a single 10MP front camera, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage space with no microSD expansion.
The second-gen 5G version moves to Snapdragon 865 Plus, but retains the other specs. Any future model would therefore likely move to next-gen hardware, likely Snapdragon 888 for any premium model - although this may not be necessary for the clamshell model, so SD870 shouldn't yet be ruled out.
With the Z Flip 3, we haven't heard much in terms of core specs, however, a CCC listing revealed that we should expect 15W charging speeds similar to the current generation Z Flip 5G and a 2300mAh battery was mentioned. A more recent FCC certification, reveals 9W wireless charging.
Currently, details are limited about how the foldable might be improved, though a 120Hz refresh rate has been mentioned and it's said to have a 6.7-inch LTPO screen main display and a 1.9-inch cover display.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3: All the leaks and rumours
Here's everything so far about the next-gen Galaxy Z Flip 3.
26 July 2021: New Samsung Flip 3 and Fold 3 render shows phones resisting water splashes
Evan Blass tweeted the expected camera specifications of the Z Flip 3, the details on the cover display and revealed the IP rating for the device, along with a new image.
Few upcoming foldable details.
— Evan (@evleaks) July 26, 2021
Z Flip3
- 6.7" internal / 1.9" cover displays
- 12MP x2 (rear) / 10MP (selfie)
Z Fold3
- 7.6" internal / 6.2" external displays
- 12MP x3 (rear) / 10MP (cover selfie) / 4MP (main selfie)
- 2 optional S-Pens (Pro and Fold Edition)
Both phones IPX8 pic.twitter.com/lPm60yCzvt
21 July 2021: Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked
Samsung sent out official invites to its Galaxy Unpacked event on 11 August.
19 July 2021: Major leak claims Samsung 120Hz LTPO display will drive most 2021 foldable phones
Ross Young, AKA @DSCCRoss, claimed that Samsung's Z Flip 3 would sport a 6.7-inch 120Hz LTPO display.
12 July 2021: 11 August Samsung Galaxy Unpacked to be packed with launches, see them here
Evan Blass posted a number of short videos on his Twitter account revealing what he believes will be announced at Galaxy Unpacked on 11 August. The Z Flip 3 was one of them.
— Evan Blass (@evleaks) July 10, 2021
5 July 2021: Samsung officially confirms date of Galaxy Unpacked 2021
Korean site Digital Daily reported claiming a Samsung official has said Galaxy Unpacked 2021 will take place on 11 August.
1 July 2021: Here's a great look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3, and all its colour options
Evan Blass tweeted several short videos showing the Galaxy Z Flip 3 in a number of colours.
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G pic.twitter.com/elWdV6uLuc
— Evan Blass (@evleaks) June 30, 2021
30 June 2021: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 could take place on 11 August
Renders published by GizNext feature the date - 11 August - on the display, suggesting this could be the date it is revealed and therefore the date of Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021.
30 June 2021: Renders of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 support previous leaks
GizNext published some renders and a video of the Galaxy Z Flip 3 in a number of colour options. The renders match the design previously leaked.
25 June 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3 pictures leak
Here's a first look at the next-gen foldables.
24 June 2021: FCC certification reveals 5G and 9W wireless charging
Some limited details revealed in an FCC filing.
22 June 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3 tipped for 3 August reveal
A report said Samsung is tipped to hold an Unpacked event on 3 August to reveal the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Fold 3.
15 June 2021: Leak points to new release date for Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Z Fold 3
A report claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 will be made available from 27 August 2021.
11 May 2021: Samsung eyeing an August Unpacked event to launch Fold 3, Flip 3 and Galaxy S21 FE
Industry sources claim Samsung is considering an August Unpacked event to launch the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3 and the Galaxy S21 FE.
7 May 2021: 15W charging speeds revealed by certification listing
China's CCC (or 3C) has a certification listing that reveals the Z Flip 3 will have a 15W power adapter, just like its predecessor.
3 May 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Z Fold 3 fully revealed in leaked images
Twitter user @TheGalox_ shared some promotional images on Twitter showing the Galaxy Z Flip 3 and Galaxy Z Fold 3. The Flip 3 appears to feature a two-tone design and come in dark green, light violet, beige, grey, black, pink, dark blue, and white. All are shown with a black section housing the secondary screen with two cameras on the side.
It appears the Z Flip 3 will have a larger cover display than the 1.1-inch secondary screen found on the original Z Flip.
| collection: | TheGalox images |
19 April 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 to have an IP rating
Sources talking to SamMobile have revealed that the Z Flip 3 will have an IP rating.
18 April 2021: Samsung trademarks Armor Frame
Samsung has filed a trademark for Armor Frame, specifically for smartphones, and it's speculated that this might be used for the Z Flip 3.
2 April 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 appears on SafetyKorea with battery capacity
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 appeared on SafetyKorea with a 2300mAh battery.
8 February 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 could launch in July
Leaker Ice Universe claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and the Galaxy Z Flip 2/3 could launch in July - which would put the launch of the next foldable devices in the middle of the Galaxy S and Galaxy Note launches.
1 February 2021: Samsung Display developing rollable and slidable displays
Samsung Display is said to be looking at developing slidable and rollable displays in a bid to cement its leadership in the foldable displaymarket.
15 January 2021: Samsung is bringing S Pen support to other product categories
Samsung confirmed that extending the S Pen support to the Galaxy S21 Ultra isn't a one-off: "We've made the bold decision to expand the S Pen experience to Galaxy S21 Ultra, and plan to expand the S Pen experience across additional device categories in the future."
That sounds unequivocally like we can expect to see S Pen support more widely - perhaps in the Z devices?
29 December 2020: SM-F720F could be cheaper Z Flip 3 model
Details on a cheaper Z Flip 3 model continue to flow with a model number and some speculation on the naming.
16 December 2020: Z Flip 3 expected in two versions in 2021
Rumours suggest that there will be two versions of the Z Flip in 2021 - a premium device and a more affordable version. It's expected to be called the Z Flip 3, skipping the Flip 2 name, which is informally applied to the 5G version of the original phone.
10 December 2020: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 might cost less
Rumours suggest that Samsung will be bringing the price of the next-gen folding phone down to move it into the mainstream.
26 November 2020: Next-gen Samsung Galaxy Z Flip could have 120Hz display, launch mid-2021
A report from The Elec claimed the next Galaxy Z Flip will arrive after Q1 2021, while leaker Ice Universe claims it will feature a 120Hz refresh rate display.
22 July 2020: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip updated with 5G and Snapdragon 865 Plus for blistering speed
Samsung announced a 5G version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, but the overall design is the same as the original Z Flip. Some of the hardware might flow into the next-gen device, however.
20 July 2020: Apparently there will be a new Galaxy Z Flip at Samsung's next launch after all
New information suggests that the new version of the Z Flip is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus.
5 May 2020: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 2 pictured in renders with vertical cameras, external display
Two patents spotted on EUIPO by LetsGoDigital and then re-imagined in renders, reveal two possible versions of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 2.
| collection: | LetsGoDigital renders |
21 April 2020: Samsung might launch a 5G version of the Galaxy Z Flip foldable
Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip foldable alongside the Galaxy S20 series earlier this year. It's available in an LTE model - although a new report indicates Samsung might announce a 5G model of the Galaxy Flip in 2020.
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