The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is arguably one of the most talked-about phones in the market right now. It is unlike any other smartphone because it has a flexible display that allows you to flip the phone 360 degrees. This can be done horizontally or vertically and reveals a second display on the back of the phone’s exterior. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is the third bendable phone from Samsung, and unlike its predecessors (the Galaxy Z1 flip, and Galaxy Z3 Flip), the latest series of bendy phones come in a variety of shapes and sizes – known as “flips” – so you’re spoilt for choice when choosing a model.

If you’re a Samsung fan looking for a new phone and have had your eye on the Galaxy Z Flip series — which allows you to flip open an external screen — then we’ve got good news: even though the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is likely to launch in the latter part of 2022, there are already plenty of rumors about what could be included in the next release.

This article is a review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4. The expected features, rumors, pros, and cons have been assessed to give an honest and detailed overview of how this phone will perform in the market.

Galaxy Z Flip 4 release date and price

A source has claimed that Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 4 will be unveiled on August 10 and ship on August 26. We’d take those dates with a grain of salt, but they’d make sense given that the Galaxy Z Flip 3 was released last August and the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 4 appears to be on schedule.

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 cost $999 / £949 / AU$1,499, so we might see a similar price this year. The Z Flip 5G costs $1,380 / £1,300 / AU$1,800, so the Flip 3 had a big price reduction. This trend is likely to continue so that the Z Flip 4 is even more affordable. Indeed, one leak indicates a price reduction is coming, and Samsung expects to sell a large number of phones, which would suggest a more favorable price.

Galaxy Z Flip 4 Camera

The Galaxy Z Flip 4 camera is not known yet, but we don’t expect it to offer many changes from the existing design and specs. There have been rumors of a triple camera on the Galaxy Z Flip 4, but those rumors have not been substantiated.

It’s not an easy task, since bigger, better cameras take up more space in a foldable phone, but it’s still something you would really love to see. As much as we detest camera bumps, most premium phones take advantage of the extra space to include bigger and better cameras.

Galaxy Z Flip 3 has a dual-camera setup at the back, a 12MP F2.2 wide lens, and a 12MP F1.8 ultra-wide lens. However, the telephoto lens will be absent until reliable leaks start showing up, so we should not expect it to appear on the upcoming Z Flip 4.

As compared to its predecessor models there has been a slight improvement in the camera, we can hope that the new Flip 4 will have a camera with better images depending on the situation.  

With Samsung’s camera software finally getting better, it’s time we see some big upgrades to the camera hardware on the Z Flip 4. At a minimum, adding some sort of telephoto camera to the Z Flip 4 is an absolute must.

Galaxy Z Flip 4 Design

Design-wise, we expect the same foldable clamshell design that combines metal and glass in a compact sandwich. If you’re expecting a radical change in the design of the Z Flip 4, you’re likely to be disappointed: all the specs point to a similar device to last year’s Z Flip 3, so it’s not crazy to assume that the Z Flip 4 will look quite similar to the previous model but there might be some additional changes in the design. 

A potential sneak peeks of what the future holds for the Z Flip 4 has been revealed in the form of CAD-based renderings. With a dual-tone design both inside and out, the Z Flip 4 continues the design language philosophy established by the Z Flip series so far. The dimensions of the upcoming Z Flip 4 are 165.1 x 71.9 x 7.2 mm, which are also similar to the dimensions of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3.

With the Z Flip 4’s implied compact footprint, a “thinner” hinge with a shallower mechanism should definitely work well for it. Samsung should be able to cut down the size of the hinge without compromising durability.

Samsung very likely will increase the size of the external ticker display, which also serves as a viewfinder when taking selfies with the main camera. Industry insider Ross Young also believes that the ticker display could expand substantially beyond 2 inches. It is rumored that the external display will expand from 1.83 to 1.9 or even above 2.0 inches in size, which would enhance its usefulness.

Samsung has yet to confirm whether the Z Flip 4 will include an under-screen selfie camera, which means the company could be doing the right thing by ditching the unimpressive new tech for a more conventional punch hole. 

Samsung will offer the Z flip in a variety of vibrant colors that will be appropriate for its youthful spirit. While the Z Flip 3 was initially available in a number of styles, Samsung, later on, launched the Bespoke Edition of the phone, which is available in seven other colors and gives you nearly fifty different color combinations.

Colors: 

  • Gold
  • Gray
  • Light Blue
  • Light Violet

Galaxy Z Flip 4 Display

The Samsung Company is reportedly anticipating increased demand for its next foldable phones. Samsung has reportedly ordered 8.7 million panels for the Z Flip 4 in 2022, a significant increase over the 5.1 million ordered for the Z Flip 3 in 2021. The increase in the number of display panel orders suggests Samsung is preparing to make the Z Flip 4 mainstream.

In addition to Super UTG, the phone’s coming with Ultra-Thin Glass, which will be able to withstand a few drops before shattering. The Z Flip 3 also had ultra-thin foldable glass, but Samsung pre-applied a screen protector. With the Z Flip 4, things seem to be similar, though we hope that things have improved and that a 2022 foldable phone would not require a screen protector. 

This time around, Samsung is likely to use another 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with LTPO variable refresh rate technology. Hopefully, this time the crease at the middle is less severe.

Galaxy Z Flip 4 Software and features

Samsung has announced that its latest flagship, the Z Flip 4, will ship with a new version of Android and One UI 4.1 pre-installed. This mobile operating system, which is expected to be released in 2022, features interface theming capabilities and improved privacy. Among the key features of Android 12, and ergo OneUI 4.1 in particular, are some new interface theming options that extract dominant colors from your wallpaper, enhanced privacy, and enhanced security.

Galaxy Z Flip 4 Battery

Speculation suggests that the Z Flip 4 will come with a 3,595mAh battery, as revealed by a recent certification. However, evidence found by Galaxy Club suggests that the successor will come with a 3,400mAh battery—a modest 100mAh increase over its predecessor.

Samsung insider IceUniverse says the Z Flip 4 could come with a 3,700mAh battery, which would naturally spell even better things for the potential battery life of the phone. The new Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 are rumored to use ATL batteries from Amperex Technology Limited (ATL) to reduce costs.

Samsung’s decision to pair a more efficient chipset with its foldable phone could lead to better battery life. In our Galaxy Z Flip 3 review, we found that the phone’s battery life was a bit disappointing: it lasted just over a day on a single charge. Thus, we expect a better battery life in the Galaxy Z Flip 4.

It is rumored that the Z Flip 4 will have a 25W fast charging capability. As for wireless charging, we have not heard anything about it, but we hope the Z Flip 4 will have 15W fast wireless charging, unlike its 10W predecessor. The wired charge takes about one hour and forty minutes, and the wireless charge takes about 2 hours and forty minutes.

Specifications

ProcessorOcta-core
Resolution2636 x 1080 pixels, 22:9 ratio, 425 PPI
TechnologyDynamic AMOLED
Refresh rate120Hz
FeaturesFolding inside the device, HDR support, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensor 
Front cover display1.9 inches, 260 x 512 pixels 
Dimension Weight1.91Kg
System chipQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+
Capacity3600 mAh
GPUYes
RAM8GB
Internal storage128GB, not expandable
Device typeSmartphone
OSAndroid (12)

Conclusion: 

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip series has been a massive hit, so it’s not surprising that tech fans are getting excited about the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 4. Of course, we haven’t seen many leaks beyond the rumored design features, but every technology company loves to leak information ahead of launch. We can expect an official release in 2022, and we’re sure there will be plenty of rumors in the coming months.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 has the power to transform how you use your phone. On a day-to-day basis, having two screens is kind of unnecessary – but it’s a great way to share information and keep two different profiles open at once. Just remember that for now, with such a new technology, there are still some glitches. And don’t throw your back out trying to flip your phone open and shut!