Jul 27, 2023 13:16:00

Samsung officially announces folding ``Galaxy Z Flip 5'' and ``Galaxy Z Fold 5'', overseas reaction summary that reviewed the actual machine

Samsung announced the folding smartphones 'Galaxy Z Flip5' and 'Galaxy Z Fold5' at the event '

Galaxy Unpacked July 2023 ' held on July 26, 2023.

Galaxy's latest folding smartphone 'Galaxy Z Flip5' that realizes uncompromising flexibility and versatility | 'Galaxy Z Fold5' | Samsung Japan Official
https://www.samsung.com/jp/explore/news/unpacked2023-galaxy-z-series/

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Samsung Japan Official
https://www.samsung.com/jp/smartphones/galaxy-z-flip5/

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Samsung Japan Official
https://www.samsung.com/jp/smartphones/galaxy-z-fold5/

The biggest change from the previous model of 'Galaxy Z Flip5' is the new 'flex window', which is about 3.78 times larger than the 'Galaxy Z Flip4'. With Flex Window, widgets let you quickly access weather and stocks, see notifications and call history, and change Wi-Fi and Bluetooth quick settings, so this upgrade keeps your phone closed. Usability has improved greatly.

In addition, the 'Galaxy Z Fold5' has a thickness of 6.1 mm and a weight of about 253 g, which is the thinnest and lightest body in the history of the Galaxy Z Fold series, and is equipped with a main display that boasts a large 7.6-inch screen. With the ability to view up to four of your most recently used apps, and a revamped taskbar that lets you quickly switch between frequently used apps, Samsung says it's the ultimate in productivity. positioned as feasible.

The specifications of 'Galaxy Z Flip5' and 'Galaxy Z Fold5' are as follows. Click to see a larger image.

Since the reaction of each media that touched the actual machine is coming out, I picked up the main reviews.

◆ Engadget
In its review of the Galaxy Z Flip 5, Engadget said, ``The centerpiece of the Z Flip 5 is clearly its large external display. You can view data for multiple events or multiple days, and the larger buttons make it easier to skip songs and start or stop timers in the media player.' , praised the flex window on the big screen.

According to Engadget, the flex window supports apps such as YouTube, Google Maps, WhatsApp, and Netflix in addition to messaging apps, and can be used without discomfort even when the device is closed.

Also, in

the review of 'Galaxy Z Fold5', it is 6.1 mm when unfolded and 13.4 mm when folded, which is the thinnest in the history of the series. It's a change,' he said.

On the other hand, he pointed out that Samsung, which is ahead in the field of foldable smartphones, has not been able to take advantage of its strengths, as it lags behind the Google Pixel Fold, which has a thickness of 12.1mm when folded. He said the pricing of $ 1,800 (about 250,000 yen) was 'ridiculously expensive.'

◆Android Police
According to Android Police's review , the Galaxy Z Flip 5's flex window will feature the aforementioned apps, as well as calendar, weather, recent calls, direct dial, alarm, stopwatch, timer, voice recorder, pedometer, and Samsung's smart home. It was also possible to display services, SmartThings, financial information watch lists, etc.

Also, regarding the fact that the software keyboard was introduced and it became possible to reply to messages without opening the terminal, 'I had to concentrate on typing to use this keyboard at this size, but in this test use It worked well.'

Android Police also

rated the Galaxy Z Fold5 harsher than the Galaxy Z Flip5. The Z Fold5 weighs about 10g less than the previous model, and the redesigned hinge makes it possible to close it completely without any gaps. Pick up a foldable phone and you'll have a hard time telling the difference unless you're comparing it to its predecessor, so the Z Fold 5 is Samsung's most consistent update to the Z series to date. It has become,” he said.

◆Tom's Guide
Tom's Guide, in its

review of the 'Galaxy Z Flip 5', commented on the fact that the storage was increased from 128GB of the previous model to 256GB while keeping the price unchanged, 'I'm glad that Samsung made a generous decision to double the capacity. A 512GB model is also available if you need more.'

Furthermore, in response to the fact that the large screen can be used in the folded state, ``The new 3.4-inch Super AMOLED display is more practical than ever and is an important enhancement for mobile terminals. 720 x 748 is not expensive, but it will captivate viewers with its punchy color tones and wide viewing angles.' Touching on how this made it easier to take selfies and reply to messages, he said, ``When the Z Flip 4 is released in the fall of 2022, there will be a folding model comparable to this. There was nothing else, but now it feels dated.'

Also, in

the review of 'Galaxy Z Fold5', I appreciated that the design change around the lens made the camera protrusion a little less noticeable. However, as for the lack of major changes, like other media, ``If you already own the Galaxy Z Fold 4, it's not worth upgrading to the Galaxy Z Fold 5, and it's enough to justify this high price. I don't see any major new features either, but if you own an older foldable device, or have never tried one before, the Z Fold 5 is a very polished device. You can feel it,' he said.

Overall, almost all media highly appreciated the larger screen of the rear display of the 'Galaxy Z Flip5', while mentioning the high price and no noticeable change in the 'Galaxy Z Fold5'. It was a remarkable result.