Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, 2025, was a showcase of its latest innovations in foldable technology and wearable devices. The event, held in Brooklyn, New York, revealed the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, and the Galaxy Watch 8 series. The theme of the event was "Unfold Ultra," highlighting Samsung's vision for mobile AI and personalized experiences.
Galaxy Z Fold 7: A Slimmer, Lighter Foldable with Enhanced Performance
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 introduces a refined design, being the slimmest and lightest Fold ever. When unfolded, it measures just 4.2mm thick and 8.9mm when folded, weighing only 215g. This makes it noticeably thinner and lighter than its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The exterior is constructed with Advanced Armor Aluminum and Corning Gorilla Ceramic 2 glass for increased durability.
The Z Fold 7 features an expanded 6.5-inch cover screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and an 8-inch foldable display. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and offers up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage. A notable upgrade is the 200MP primary camera, promising improved image quality. The device retains a 4,400mAh battery with 25W wired and wireless charging support. The starting price is $1,999.
Galaxy Z Flip 7: Compact Design with a Focus on the Cover Screen
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 boasts a slimmer profile and a larger 4.1-inch cover screen (Flex Window) with a 120Hz refresh rate. The main display is a 6.9-inch foldable screen. It runs on the Exynos 2500 processor, paired with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The battery capacity is increased to 4,300mAh. The Z Flip 7 also incorporates AI features for enhanced user experience. It is available for $1,099.
Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE: Making Foldable Technology More Accessible
Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, a more affordable entry into the foldable market. It features a 3.4-inch cover screen and is powered by the Exynos 2400 chipset. The Z Flip 7 FE comes with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. It retains a 50MP selfie camera, a 12MP Ultra Wide camera, and a 10MP Main Screen camera. The price starts at $900.
Galaxy Watch 8 Series: Enhanced Health Tracking and AI Integration
The Galaxy Watch 8 series includes the standard Watch 8 and the Watch 8 Classic. The watches feature a "squircle" design with a circular display. The Classic model brings back the rotating bezel for tactile control. The watches are equipped with new health sensors, including Vascular Load and Antioxidant Index tracking. They also feature Gemini AI integration, allowing users to access information and control device functions via voice commands. The Galaxy Watch 8 series runs on One UI 8 based on WearOS 6.
One UI 8: A New Interface for Foldables
The Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and Z Flip 7 FE are the first devices to come with One UI 8, built on Android 16. One UI 8 is designed specifically for foldables, optimized for AI, and built on the principles of multimodal understanding and deep personalization. It offers customizable wallpapers and widgets and enhances privacy and security. Gemini Live has been enhanced with multimodal AI that understands what you say, what you do, and what you're looking at.
Overall
The Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event showcased Samsung's commitment to innovation in foldable technology and wearable devices. The new devices offer enhanced performance, refined designs, and increased integration of AI features. With the introduction of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, Samsung aims to make foldable technology more accessible to a wider audience. Pre-orders for all devices are now live, with official sales beginning on July 25.
