Samsung’s latest clamshell foldable, Galaxy Z Flip7, has attracted much excitement among fans and new users, as it sports plenty of improvements across the board. And one of its most notable features? The 4.1-inch size cover screen, aptly named FlexWindow.
This isn't just another cover screen; it's a compact-yet-rich screen that lets you do more than just how you interact with your smartphone daily.
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What Makes this FlexWindow “Special”?
Although the previous generations were already big star-attractions and fan favourites, users had wished there were more to do on the FlexWindow. These screens were 3.5-inch or smaller. While a lot could be done still such as answering calls and messages, users had wished they could do… even more.
Thus, Samsung has taken to increasing the screen size to 4.1-inch on the Galaxy Z Flip7, and they optimized it for more features well, without even making the phone physically bigger.
Galaxy Z Flip7's FlexWindow now stands out as the largest cover screen Samsung has ever put on a Galaxy Z Flip with barely noticeable 1.25mm bezels wrapping around its Super AMOLED display. Now a contendable player against book-style foldables, the Galaxy Z Flip7’s FlexWindow feels like a proper secondary screen that’s sufficient to carry out many actions, from calls to surfing the web with Google’s Gemini.
Crisp Visuals
Its 1048 x 948px resolution also delivers crisp visuals, whether you're checking notifications, scrolling through photos. You can even play games on it, without the gyro-controls being blocked. And with both 60Hz and 120Hz refresh rate options, interactions feel smooth and responsive, not like the clunky cover screens on previous foldables.
Now with Galaxy AI & Gemini Live
Unlike previous generations, Galaxy AI features like the Now Bar, Audio Eraser and Sketch to Image are also usable on the FlexWindow. Gemini Live also now works, letting you ask Gemini Live all kinds of questions, like a friend, just by viewing your world through the camera. Say you don’t know what that bird is, or what car you saw, Gemini Live will help you!
Productivity Hub with Just The Cover Screen
If you’re always someone on the go, whether you're rushing between meetings in KL's bustling business district or navigating through a crowded Pasar Malam, the FlexWindow lets you handle essential tasks without ever opening the phone. It’s also perfect for minimising distraction!
Take The Best Camera Shot
The FlexWindow truly shines when it comes to photography, transforming how you capture moments. Its viewfinder integration is seamless – you can frame your shots, adjust settings, and review photos all from the cover screen.
Full camera capabilities on the Galaxy Z Flip7 is realised when it is set up in FlexCam mode, whereby when the phone is half folded. Now in this new Galaxy Z Flip7 generation, you can access the likes of zoom settings, tweak and enhance lighting settings, and even use real-time filters when you are shooting. All without needing to open up the phones and just use the FlexWindow.
You Can Do Quick Messaging
Replying to WhatsApp messages or Telegram chats doesn't require unfolding the device anymore. The FlexWindow's keyboard is surprisingly usable – your thumbs won't feel cramped, and typing feels natural. You can even use Galaxy AI to help you voice-reply to messages if you’re busy.
Calendar Management
Need to check your schedule or quickly add an appointment? FlexWindow lets you view your day's agenda, create new events, or check meeting details without the hassle of opening the full device. Gemini Live also works seamlessly with native apps like the Calendar to help you manage schedules.
For example, if you want to know when the next gig of your favourite singer is, you can activate Gemini Live and ask so, then get Gemini to set the calendar for reminders.
Optimised To Portray Your Favourite Apps
You can actually use apps like Maps, games and videos fully on the 4.1-inch screen.
Running around town and needing to pay attention to traffic? Just use the FlexWindow to look at your map app without being distracted. The screen is big enough to comfortably view all you need to get around town.
Videos on Youtube will also play with 4K HDR. When visuals are zoomed in 1.5x to fit the frame, the Youtube video will still stay crisp! It’s also the same for Netflix, which you can watch to either fit the frame or in Netflix’s standard 16:9 ratio.
And when it comes to games like PUBG and Diablo Immortals, the screen is optimised to let you fully play and control the game without blocking any control access.
Unlike many other foldable clamshell smartphones in the market, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 does a lot more than just being pretty. Now with the upgraded features of the FlexWindow, every inch of the phone becomes a lot more practical and fun to use. Thinking about how to do more than you think you can? The Galaxy Z Flip7 is for you.
Check out the Galaxy Z Flip7 on Samsung Malaysia website here.
[This post was made in collaboration with Samsung Malaysia.]
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