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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 launched to change the way of interaction
The wait is finally over, the all-new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is now official to take the foldable experience to the next level. The new generation Samsung foldable comes with a lot of advanced technologies and a few improvements over its predecessor.
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Although the rear design of the new smartphone remains the same as the Galaxy Z Fold 3, the outer display is a bit larger. This will make it so much easier to use the phone without having to unfold it every time and will definitely improve the usability of such a heavy-cost phone.
Let us have a look at the complete specifications and features alongside the availability of the phone below.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 specifications:
Display
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone equips a 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED 2x Infinity Flex display that is 7.6 inches. It comes with improved Ultra-Thin Glass to make the panel more invulnerable. The display supports 2176 x 1812 pixels resolution, 374 PPI pixel density, and HDR10+.
When folded, there’s a 6.2 inches AMOLED cover display with a punch hole for a selfie shooter. This display supports 2316 x 904 pixels resolution and 120Hz refresh rate.
Processor:
Under the hood, the device has a 4nm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset that is paired with 12GB RAM. The company is offering 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB internal storage options to choose from.
Software:
For the Galaxy Z Fold, the company has introduced a new version of its custom OS that is One UI 4.1.1. This new version is based on Android 12L, which is specially designed for foldable to let them use their large screen devices with ease.
With the One UI 4.1.1, the device gets new swipe gestures for easier multitasking, a new Taskbar layout, similar to what you get on a PC, for easy switching between recent apps, and much more.
Camera:
On the rear side, the device has triple cameras that include an OIS-assisted 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x zoom. On the outer front, the device has a 10MP camera whereas, the inner side has a 4MP under-display camera to capture selfies.
Battery:
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 features a 4,400mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging. Along with these, it also has a 15W wireless fast charging capacity.
Connectivity and other features:
The new device comes with eSIM support, a side-faced fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, USB-C, and AKG-tuned dual speakers. At the same time, the device supports S-Pen, however, this year too it misses the slot to hold it.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 price and availability:
Samsung is offering three color options for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 smartphone. These include Grey Green, Beige, and Phantom Black.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 price starts at $1,799. According to the official info, the company has started pre-bookings and it will be available to purchase from August 26.
Launch offers:
Those who pre-order Galaxy Z Fold 4 will also receive a complimentary memory upgrade, up to $1,000 off with an eligible trade-in, and a Standing Cover with an S-Pen case, along with a $100 Samsung Credit.
New York became the first US state to bring retail consumer rebates for appliances under the Inflation Reduction Act. Applauding the move, Samsung launched a huge energy-saving opportunity for the residents of New York.
Samsung started offering up-front discounts to consumers statewide through New York’s IRA HEAR program. Consumers can now access IRA’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEAR) program.
IRA HEAR rebate program advantages
- Save up to $840 on Samsung’s innovative ENERGY STAR products, including laundry appliances like heat pump dryers and all-in-one combo washers + heat pump dryers.
Visit Samsung’s home appliance page to learn more about the options available.
Samsung said this is just the beginning of its rebates journey in New York. The company looks forward to working with partners to expand these retail rebates to more products and in more states across the United States.
Pay attention, the IRA provides rebates and tax credits to households across America. New York is leading the way in providing direct retail point-of-sale appliance rebates, supporting an affordable clean energy transition.
Inflation Reduction Act
Signed in August 2022, the Inflation Reduction Act is the single largest investment in climate and energy in American history.
It provides home appliance rebates for discounts on electric energy-efficient appliances like Induction cooktops, ranges, and heat pump laundry appliances.
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra has undergone one of the most extreme military tests. The company has recently published a Watch Ultra test video, featuring Phillip Chu Joy.
Phillip participated in the Peruvian Navy’s Special Operations Course to showcase the watch’s capabilities. It is renowned as one of the world’s most challenging military training programs.
“The Galaxy Watch Ultra pushes technology to its limits, handling extreme conditions with ease,” Chu Joy remarked. “It’s undoubtedly designed for those seeking exceptional performance.”
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra proves its durability and functionality in water, mud, and sand — excelling even under the grueling conditions of Peru’s most extreme military training.
Galaxy Watch Ultra
The Watch Ultra boasts a Grade 4 titanium frame. It also features a shockproof cushioned design that meets MIL-STD-810H2 military standards and water resistance of up to 10ATM.
The product is capable of operating within a broad temperature range of -20°C to 55°C4 and performing at altitudes of up to 9,000 meters above sea level.
These capabilities make it ideal for tracking advanced physical activities like ocean swimming and cycling in extreme conditions; take the Perivian military training as a recent proven example.
Samsung’s Watch Ultra is the ultimate companion for sports enthusiasts and extreme adventurers. It’s crafted to endure the toughest conditions with its pro-grade features and premium materials.
Samsung’s Mauricio Revollar stated:
“We wanted the public to experience the Galaxy Watch Ultra like never before in the Peruvian market by creating the most extreme product review ever undertaken here.”
“This was made possible thanks to the collaboration of the Peruvian Navy, which allowed us to highlight and celebrate the commitment of the students in one of the world’s most demanding military training programs.”
Watch the video below:
Apple collaborated with OpenAI to power Apple Intelligence features. The ChatGPT maker continues to create obstacles for Google. In a recent move, OpenAI discussed a potential AI partnership with Samsung.
TheInformation (via Reuters) reported that OpenAI has recently discussed powering AI features on Samsung-made devices. It seems the ChatGPT-maker wishes an AI partnership with Samsung to expand its reach in multiple folds.
The company is considering developing a web browser to rival Google’s Chrome. OpenAI recently introduced its search engine called SearchGPT. It is available to limited users alongside internal testers and strategic partners.
Samsung x OpenAI
Samsung and Google’s close partnership doesn’t need any elaboration. The friendship isn’t limited to services, as both firms work across an ecosystem. However, it doesn’t stop Samsung from partnering with OpenAI in favor of better service.
As the AI phone market is growing rapidly, OpenAI may innovate further. Google doesn’t lag, but there’s still room for a potential alliance. Apple Intelligence-like features might be deployed on Galaxy phones after Samsung’s partnership.
OpenAI knows Samsung holds the command of the worldwide smartphone market. Expansion of its services will be quite broader than Apple if its partnership with Samsung pens down. For now, take this information as a grain of salt!
Apple x OpenAI
Apple leads the worldwide premium smartphone market. Google and Samsung introduced their AI phones in October 2023 and January 2024, respectively. It forced Apple to immediately enter the segment to normalize the innovation gap.
Google’s availing Gemini Nano AI model, but Apple joined hands with OpenAI. To create a difference, OpenAI powering some of the coolest AI features on recent iPhones. The move is to attract other vendors to adopt source AI from OpenAI.
Well, Apple still reportedly considering bringing Gemini AI on iPhones. The company believes that iPhone users should have different AI providers available. Hence, a multi-collaborative approach is also in the pipeline, at least from Apple’s end.