Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 Release Date: All You Need to Know

Rivalling the Motorola Razr and Oppo Find, Samsung's latest contribution to the foldable flip phones market has officially landed with the Galaxy Z Flip 6. Featuring a new 50MP wide camera, improved battery life, and an even sleeker cover screen, this device builds on the success of the Flip 5 with a range of subtle design changes.

The device also brings new Galaxy AI features to Samsung's foldable phone collection, unlocking new possibilities for users around the world with the two complementary technologies. But with prices starting from $1,799, $150 higher than the previous model, is the Galaxy Z Flip 6 really worth the investment?

Find out everything you need to know about the Samsung Flip 6 release date, along with what to expect from the debut of Samsung's newest flip phone.

When Was the Galaxy Z Flip 6 Released?

The upcoming release of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 was announced in Paris during the Galaxy Unpacked show on July 10 2024, a biannual event held to showcase Samsung's newest releases.

Amongst the announcements was a range of brand-new flagship products, including the Z Fold 6, the Watch 7, the Buds3 series, the new Galaxy Ring device, and, of course, the Galaxy Z Flip 6.

Pre-orders for the Flip 6 officially opened on July 11th, with shipping beginning from July 31st in Australia and July 24th across the US. This means that you can purchase the latest Galaxy device right now!

What to Expect from the Galaxy Z Flip 6: Key Features

For gamers, writers, designers, or simply those who prefer bigger phones, the newest king of the Galaxy devices is the Galaxy Fold 6, which opens out into a tablet-sized main screen.

However, with its convenient cover screen and outer display that shows information at a glance, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 is a better choice if you're looking for a more compact foldable phone. Here are some of the stand-out features that you'll experience when investing in this new release:

Design

In terms of design, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 has been given a small facelift to update some of its key features for 2024. For example, the Flip's new floating design creates the impression of a cover screen that floats on the armour aluminium frame, giving it a high-tech, almost otherworldly look.

While offering the same 3.4-inch Flex Window large cover screen that provides fast access to your favourite apps and widgets, without needing to open up your device, the Flip 6 is built to be more durable than other Samsung phones.

This is thanks to its use of Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which strengthens the crease, while also making the device more drop and scratch-resistant. It also has a new dust resistance rating, plus the same IP48 waterproofing as other models, allowing the Flip 6 to survive submersion in up to 5 feet of water for 30 minutes.

Find the new Flip phone in silver shadow, mint, yellow, and blue colours, plus a range of online exclusive shades, such as crafted black, white, and peach.

Performance

Rather than completely switching up the popular design of the Flip series, Samsung has instead decided to focus on internal components with the new Galaxy Flip 6.

What's great about the performance of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 is its inclusion of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, a cutting-edge mobile processor that can also be found within the S24 Ultra. This provides advanced central and graphic processing units, along with a vapour chamber cooling system to deliver enhanced performance for longer periods.

Battery life is another key area where Samsung has made improvements. After complaints about the low battery capacity of previous models, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 has an additional 300 mAh of power, taking the capacity up to an impressive 4000 mAh. 

This provides a 23-hour battery life for watching videos, or up to 68 hours worth of music listening without needing to recharge the device.

Camera System

Now designed to match the colour scheme of the handset, the new camera system of the Galaxy Z Flip 6 features the same 12 MP ultra-wide camera as other models in the series. However, it also has a 50 MP wide rear camera that's unique to the Galaxy Z Flip 6, which allows users to create stunning portraits.

Thanks to Galaxy AI, it also has a new auto-zoom feature with 2x optical quality, while the Flex Window cover screen offers a hands-free selfie experience with photo previews.

Plus, enjoy the ProVisual Engine that brings a new Nightography mode, making it easier to capture detailed scenes in optimised image quality.

Galaxy AI

Arguably the biggest addition to the Z Flip 6 is Galaxy AI, an advanced artificial intelligence technology. Designed to transform the average smartphone experience with enhanced communication and efficiency, these Galaxy AI features have been optimised for the Galaxy Z Flip 6, making use of the interactive Flex Window for convenience.

Some of the main Galaxy AI features include:

• Chat Assist: Summarise your recent messages with the Chat Assist feature and Galaxy AI will provide three context-based responses for you to reply with, placing them on the Flex Window cover display for ultimate convenience. You won't need to type a thing!
• Portrait Studio: Spice up your selfies by allowing Galaxy AI to create your very own avatar based on your personal features. Portrait Studio transforms these selfies into one of four styles, including 3D cartoon, watercolour, comic, or sketch.
• Health and Wellness Tracking: Sync your Galaxy Z Flip 6 to any Samsung device, including the new Galaxy Ring, and AI will provide key health stats, such as your daily Energy Score.
• Photo Ambient: This customisation feature changes your wallpaper based on the current time and weather of your location, ensuring that the device's appearance is relevant to your environment.
• Google Gemini: As part of their ongoing partnership with Google, Samsung Galaxy Z users can now benefit from the Gemini Android App. This is a generative AI assistant that offers writing tools, summarises key information, and helps you to organise plans with friends.
• Circle to Search: Circle a particular image or piece of text online and your Galaxy Z Flip 6 will quickly search Google and display relevant results.

Protect Your Galaxy Z Flip 6 with a Shockproof Phone Case

While it can be tempting to start using your Galaxy Z Flip 6 device straight out of the box, it's essential to think about protection if you're hoping to make the most of everything this new Samsung release has to offer.

Despite being more durable than previous models, the delicate hinge mechanism of this foldable phone remains at risk of damage if dropped, while the larger cover screen and main display can sustain scratches or cracks if not properly taken care of.

That's why we'd always recommend investing in a high-quality Galaxy Flip case for your device, which is exactly what you'll find here at Ghostek. 

Enjoy everything from shock-absorbing technologies and military-grade drop-proofing to wireless charging compatibility, all of which are designed to provide both enhanced protection and functionality for the Galaxy Z Flip 6 upon its release date.