For years, the Flip was fun, compact, and fashionable, but never quite flagship. That changes with the Galaxy Z Flip 7. This time, Samsung didn’t just refresh the shell. It rethought the entire experience, added real power inside, and finally made the Flip feel like a serious premium phone.
One-Handed, Pocketable, and Now Actually Powerful
The Z Flip 7 still folds into a tiny square that fits in any pocket. But open it up, and you now get a 6.9-inch AMOLED display that’s brighter and flatter, with slimmer bezels and a tighter hinge that shuts flush.
The outer screen also got smarter. It’s a 4.1-inch panel that now supports full apps, including maps, messaging, YouTube, and even banking apps. You no longer need to flip it open for everything.
Despite the compact form, the build feels stronger this year. Samsung added a titanium layer to the hinge mechanism and improved the dust resistance slightly, even though it’s still not fully sealed. The crease is far less visible too, especially when viewing videos or photos head-on.
Flagship Specs, Finally in a Flip
Under the hood, the Flip 7 runs on the Exynos 2500 globally. Paired with up to 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, it’s no longer a compromise. It launches apps instantly, handles gaming without sweat, and lets you edit photos or videos without stutter.
This year, Samsung included full Galaxy AI support on the Flip. You get Circle to Search, real-time live translation, transcript assist for voice memos, and even AI-generated wallpapers. One UI 8, based on Android 16, ties everything together with split-screen tweaks and Flex Mode upgrades.
Multitasking on a flip phone finally feels natural. You can reply to messages in split view, keep a call running on one half of the screen, or place the phone on a table at 90 degrees to record hands-free content.
A Camera That’s Good Enough, But Not Groundbreaking
Unlike the Fold, the Flip doesn’t get the top-tier camera hardware. But it’s improved.
There’s a 50 MP main sensor this time, up from 12 MP in the Flip 6, and it shows. Photos are sharper, especially in low light. The 12 MP ultrawide camera is decent, though not flagship level.
You can now take selfies using the rear cameras with the outer display acting as a preview screen. The FlexCam feature also lets you shoot unique angles with the phone propped open.
Still, if photography is your main priority, the Fold 7 or Galaxy S25 Ultra will outperform it.
Battery Life Is Better, But Still Not Amazing
Samsung bumped the battery to 4,300 mAh. It’s enough for a full day if you’re a light to moderate user. But power users will still need to charge by evening.
Charging speeds remain at 25 W wired and 15 W wireless. And once again, Samsung refuses to bundle a charger in the box. For a premium phone, this still feels stingy.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 Price in India and Offers
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 starts at ₹1,09,999 for the 256 GB version and ₹1,21,999 for the 512 GB model in India. It is available in multiple colors, including Blue, Yellow, Mint, and Graphite.
Samsung is offering a free storage upgrade worth ₹9,000 on pre-orders, no-cost EMI for up to 24 months, and exchange bonuses through Samsung.com and retail partners.
Final Thoughts: This Flip Is Finally More Than Just a Fashion Statement
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 finally grows up. It’s no longer just a pretty foldable. It’s fast, more durable, smart with Galaxy AI, and functional enough to replace a full-size phone.
Sure, the battery could be better and the cameras are not top-tier. But this year’s Flip doesn’t feel like a tech compromise. It feels like a true flagship, for people who want style and substance in one foldable.
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