Samsung’s latest flagship Galaxy Z Fold 3 was launched today — this device depicts Korean technology can be stylish, sleek, flexible, and a touch of nostalgia (if you practically fold the Samsung Fold 3 like a cubicle it reminds me of the first generation of commercial gadgets). The Galaxy Z Fold 3 can also swim holding its breath up to 30 minutes.
Take a closer look to observe the similarities this device has with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 3, which also has the same stylish technology as the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The Korean smartphone maker tagged Galaxy Z Fold 3 at an affordable price which does not exceed a thousand dollars for a pair of Samsung’s foldable.
Per Samsung’s announcement, its least sized 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB storage configurations and 8GB of RAM cost $1,799. The Korean smartphone maker suggests its devices are worth being pricey since the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is built with high-end semiconductors and other OEMs, especially Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 that powers Fold 3.
Samsung used other high-end Korean technology to actualize its foldable device can also swim — its IPX8 water-resistant technology also makes the Fold 3 entertain robust 5G connectivity. The Fold 3 also supports the S Pen stylus which makes the Galaxy Z Fold 3 more flexible than the previous models.
Unlike the Fold 2 edition, this current foldable model has a protective film that is now 80% stronger. The Korean smartphone maker used Gorilla Glass Victus that protects the cover screen. The strength of the Fold 3 screen also bolsters the durability of the IPX8 tech that allows the foldable device to last up to 30 minutes underwater.
Samsung’s Fold 3 retains the same tele lens supported by 12-megapixel sensors that bolsters optical image stability. Meanwhile, users expected the Fold 3 primary camera to be a hole-punch selfie supported camera, but Samsung rather used an under-display camera — Galaxy Z Fold 3 features as the first Samsung device to launch an under-display camera.
Per Samsung’s announcement, there are “minimum pixels applied on top of the camera hole.” Still, the camera is vividly noticeable even if the Korean try so hard to hide the camera. For context, the camera becomes invisible when the display is active.
On the other hand, the S Pen also has a Pro model that supports Bluetooth connectivity as well as other air gestures that prevent the delicate ultra-thin glass under the supposed 80% strength imbibed in the screen protector. While the S Pen Pro has a toggle that requires an enabled switch when the stylus is used with other foldable devices made by Samsung.
It is worth noting that the S Pen is liable to engrave marks on the screen while iteratively using the custom stylus. Samsung engineering on the Fold 3 screen to withstand possible force while using the stylus Pen on the toughened screen.
The Korean smartphone maker noted the Fold 3 has improved multitasking gestures whereby the foldable concept is expected to promote multitasking. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 has enough real estate space on its screen which is expected to attract several app developers to come up with a suitable experience for multitasking enabled screen.
Just as the Galaxy Z Fold 3 launches today, the window for pre-orders is also available while the device will be available for global distribution by August 27.
*Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold3 5G’s Main Screen size is 7.6″ in the full rectangle and 7.4″ with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.
Cover Screen
6.2-inch HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display (24.5:9), 2268 x 832
387ppi, 120Hz adaptive refresh rate
1000 nits(HBM), 1500 nits(peak)
*Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold3 5G’s Cover Screen size is 6.2″ in a full rectangle and 6.1″ accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
Dimension & Weight
Folded
67.1 x 158.2 x 16.0mm(Hinge) – 14.4mm(Sagging)
Unfolded
128.1 x 158.2 x 6.4mm
Weight
271g
Camera
Cover Camera
10MP Selfie Camera : F2.2, Pixel size: 1.22μm, FOV: 80˚
Under display camera
4MP Under display camera: F1.8, Pixel size: 2.0μm, FOV: 80˚
Super clear glass with Corning® Gorilla® Glass with DX Dual OIS, 0.5x out and 2x in optical zoom, Up to 10x digital zoom, HDR10+ recording, Tracking AF
AP
5nm 64-bit Octa-Core Processor
※ 2.84GHz (Maximum Clock Speed) + 2.4GHz + 1.8GHz
Memory
12GB RAM with 512GB internal storage (UFS3.1)
12GB RAM with 256GB internal storage (UFS3.1)
*Availability may vary by market. Actual storage space may vary by market, model, file size and format.
Battery
4,400mAh (typical) dual battery*
*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,275mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless* Wireless PowerShare**Fast Charging 25WFast wireless charging 10WReverse wireless charging 4.5W
*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC, Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA **Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy Z Fold2, Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Note10, Note10+, Galaxy S10e, S10, S10+, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE, Note5, and wearables such as Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch, and Galaxy Buds. May not work with certain accessories, covers, or other brand devices. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.
Water Resistance
IPX8
*IPX8 is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Not dust-resistant.
[Bluetooth] Bluetooth® v 5.2 (LE up to 2Mbps), USB Type-C, NFC, Location (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, BeiDou)
[Ultra Wide Band]
*Galileo and BeiDou coverage may be limited. BeiDou may not be available for certain countries.
SIM Card
One eSIM and Two Nano SIM
*SIM card sold separately. Availability may vary depending on market and carrier. **eSIM availability may vary depending on software version, region and carrier. Check with your carrier if your mobile network plan supports eSIM.
Payment
Samsung Pay
Credit & debit cards: supports MST and/or NFC Membership cards, Gift cards, Transit cards, Reward point service
*Available in select markets. Payment solutions and available features may vary depending on market, carrier, and service providers.
*Galaxy Z Fold3 5G has a Capacitive Fingerprint sensor on the side.
Audio
Stereo speakers
Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.) UHQ 32-bit &DSD64/128 support*, PCM: Up to 32 bits, DSD: DSD64/128
*DSD64 and DSD128 playback can be limited depending on the file format.
Video
Video playback format: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM TV connectionWireless: Smart View (screen mirroring 1080p at 30fps) / Wired: supports Display Port over USB type-C. Supports video out when connecting via HDMI Adapter. (DisplayPort 4K UHD at 60 fps)
Security
Knox platform: real-time monitoring and protection. Virus, malware prevention.Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to isolate and protect content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary depending on market. Availability may vary by market and carrier.
Colors
Phantom Black, Phantom Green, Phantom Silver
In the Box
Galaxy Z Fold3 5G, Data Cable, Ejection Pin, Quick Start Guide
*Actual components may not be available depending on the model and region. Package color may vary depending on device color.
*Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip3 5G’s Main Screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.6″ with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
Cover Screen
1.9-inch Super AMOLED Display
260 x 512
302ppi
935 nits(HBM)
*Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip3 5G’s Cover Screen size is 1.9″ in the full rectangle and 1.8″ with accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.
Dimension & Weight
Folded
72.2 x 86.4 x 17.1mm (Hinge) – 15.9mm (Sagging)
Unfolded
72.2 x 166.0 x 6.9mm
*The thickness of Galaxy Z Flip3 5G when unfolded does not include the frame of the main display.
Super clear glass with Corning® Gorilla® Glass with DX
Up to 10x digital zoom, HDR10+ recording, Tracking AF
AP
5nm 64-bit Octa-Core Processor
※ 2.84GHz (Maximum Clock Speed) + 2.4GHz + 1.8GHz
Memory
8GB RAM with 256GB internal storage (UFS 3.1)
8GB RAM with 128GB internal storage (UFS 3.1)
*Availability may vary by market. Actual storage space may vary by market, model, file size and format.
Battery
3,300mAh (typical) dual battery
*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated (minimum) capacity is 3,203mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.
Charging
Fast Charging compatible on wired and wireless*
Wireless PowerShare**
Fast charging 15W
Fast wireless charging 10W
Reverse wireless charging 4.5W
*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC, Wireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA **Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging, such as Galaxy S21 series, Galaxy Z Fold2, Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Note20 Ultra, Galaxy S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy Note10, Note10+, Galaxy S10e, S10, S10+, S9, S9+, S8, S8+, S8 Active, S7, S7 edge, S7 Active, S6, S6 edge, S6 Active, S6 edge+, Note9, Note8, Note FE, Note5, and wearables such as Galaxy Watch Active, Gear Sport, Gear S3, Galaxy Watch, and Galaxy Buds. May not work with certain accessories, covers, or other brand devices. May affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment.
Water Resistance
IPX8
*IPX8 is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Not dust-resistant.
Biometric lock type: Fingerprint sensor, Face recognition
*Face recognition only available when unfolded with the Front Camera.
Audio
Stereo speakers
Surround sound with Dolby Atmos technology (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus included.) UHQ 32-bit &DSD64/128 support*, PCM: Up to 32 bits, DSD: DSD64/128
Wireless: Smart View (screen mirroring 1080p at 30fps)
Security
Knox platform: real-time monitoring and protection.
Virus, malware prevention.
Secure Folder: a secure space on the device to isolate and protect content such as apps, photos, movies, and private files.
*Virus and malware prevention solution providers may vary depending on market. Availability may vary by market and carrier.
Colors
Cream, Green, Lavender, Phantom Black
[Samsung.com Exclusive Color] Gray, White, Pink
In the Box
Galaxy Z Flip3 5G, Data Cable, Ejection Pin, Quick Start Guide
*Actual components may not be available depending on the model and region. Package color may vary depending on device color.
Galaxy Buds2 Product Specifications
Dimension & Weight
Earbud: 17.0(W) x 20.9(H) x 21.1(D) mm, 5.0g
Charging Case: 50(W) x 27.8(H) x 50.2(D) mm, 41.2g
Speaker
2-way (Woofer + Tweeter)
Microphone
3 mics (2 outer + 1 inner) + Voice Pickup Unit
Battery
Capacity
Earbuds: 61mAh (typical)
Charging Case: 472mAh (typical)
*Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard.
Play Time
Up to 5 hours / Total up to 20 hours (ANC on)
Up to 7.5 hours / Total up to 29 hours (ANC off)
*Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions such as function settings, playback file type, and Bluetooth® signal strength.
Talk Time
Up to 3.5 hours / Total up to 13h (ANC on)
Up to 3.5 hours / Total up to 14h (ANC off)
*Actual battery life may vary and depend on usage conditions such as function settings, playback file type, and Bluetooth® signal strength.
Charging
1-hour play time / 5-minute quick charging
Qi-certified wireless charging
*Charging time is based on the battery of earbuds being less than 30 percent when they start to charge. Actual battery life and charging time may vary and depend on factors such as usage conditions and number of times charged. Measured with Active Noise Cancellation off mode for play time.
