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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Z Flip7 FE: Price, availability in the Philippines

Starts at PhP 56,990

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Samsung’s premiere Flip smartphone is here with an improved FlexWindow and an FE variant. The Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE are now official. Here’s what you need to know if you’re getting them from the Philippines. 

Price and availability

Pricing in the Philippines are as follows: 

Galaxy Z Flip7

  • 12GB+256GB – PhP 70,990
  • 12GB+512GB – PhP 78,990

Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

  • 8GB+128GB – PhP 56,990
  • 8GB+256GB – PhP 60,990

The Galaxy Z Flip7 will be available for pre-order starting July 9. General availability begins on August 1. It comes in Blue Shadow, Jetblack, Coral Red and Mint (online exclusive) color options. The Galaxy Flip7 FE is available in Black or White (online exclusive).

Pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE until July 31 and enjoy free storage upgrade worth PhP 8,000. 

You can get up to 18% savings, plus 0% installment up to 36 months via UnionBank, BDO, BPI, Metrobank, and HSBC. 

You can als0 up to 15% off, plus 0% installment up to 24 months via Eastwest, PNB, RCBC, and Security Bank at participating Samsung Authorized Stores nationwide. 

Online, you can get up to 13% savings via Samsung.com, Abenson.com, Lazada, and Shopee.

For those without a credit card, Samsung Finance+ offers up to PhP 14,000 off at zero processing fee for 24 months and up to PhP 10,000 via Home Credit. 

There’s also Samsung Care+ which offers comprehensive coverage for accidental damage, repairs, and replacements.

Get expanded access to Google AI Pro 23 and 2TB of cloud storage for 6 months at no cost with Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE.

More screen. More to see and do.

The Galaxy Z Flip7’s new FlexWindow stretches edge to edge. That makes it feel less like a secondary screen and more like a fully capable surface that happens to fit in your palm. 

At 4.1 inches, this is the biggest FlexWindow ever on a Galaxy Z Flip. Also the most useful. Glance at your schedule, reply to a message, control music, or frame up a high-res selfie without even opening the phone. It’s not just bigger — it’s brighter, sharper, and smoother than ever.

You get up to 2,600 nits of peak brightness with 120Hz refresh rate. The Flip’s FlexWindow stays easy to see, even under the midday sun. Vision Booster adds another layer of clarity, adjusting the display to match your surroundings so you don’t miss a beat.

Inside, the 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main display takes over with the same smooth 120Hz experience. It’s built for everything from TikTok doomscrolls to late-night Netflix binges. 

Whether open or closed, this is the most refined Flip experience yet — one that feels more like a full phone at every angle.

Thin but tough

The Galaxy Z Flip7 doesn’t just look sleeker — it is sleeker. Measuring just 13.7mm when folded and weighing only 188g, it’s the slimmest Galaxy Z Flip to date. 

Slip it into your back pocket, side bag, or anywhere else your day takes you. It’s made to move with you, not slow you down.

But don’t let the slim profile fool you. This thing’s built like it means business. 

The reengineered Armor FlexHinge is thinner than before but stronger where it counts.

The outer shell is wrapped in Armor Aluminum and toughened up with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. That ought to give you enough peace of mind through clumsy moments, crowded commutes, and coffee shop drops.

Smarter, more capable

Samsung’s latest Flip phone combines an enhanced FlexWindow with Galaxy AI to make everyday tasks faster and easier. Reply to messages, search with your voice, and access key features — all without opening the phone.

Running One UI 8 on Android 16, it brings personalized AI experiences right to the cover screen, including custom wallpapers, widgets, and suggestions tailored to your day.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

The newest member of the Flip family, the Z Flip7 FE folds small but lives large. 

It features a 6.7-inch immersive main display and a 50MP FlexCam for hands-free selfies in Flex Mode. 

Quick updates like weather and commute alerts show up on the cover screen, perfectly designed for its sleek, compact frame. 

Available in Black and White (online exclusive) — simple, smart, and ready to fold into your life.

Galaxy Z Flip7 Specs

Galaxy Z Flip7

​Galaxy Z Flip7
Display Main Screen 6.9-inch FHD+
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
120Hz Adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz)
2520 x 1080 (21:9)
Cover Screen 4.1-inch Super AMOLED
1048 x 948, 60/120Hz refresh rate
Dimension & Weight Folded 75.2 x 85.5 x 13.7mm
Unfolded 75.2 x 166.7 x 6.5mm
Weight 188g
Camera Front Camera 10MP Selfie Camera
F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 85˚
Rear Dual Camera 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera
F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 123˚
50MP Wide-angle Camera
Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 85˚
AP Exynos2500
Memory & Storage 12GB Memory with 512GB internal storage
12GB Memory with 256GB internal storage
Battery 4,300mAh (typical) dual battery
Charging Wired Charging: Up to 50% charge in around 30min. with 25W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable
Fast Wireless Charging 2.0
Wireless PowerShare
Water Resistance IP48
Glass/Metal Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2
Armor Aluminum
OS Android 16
One UI 8
Network & Connectivity 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth® v5.4
Sensors Capacitive Fingerprint sensor (side), Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, Proximity sensor, Light sensor
Security Samsung Knox with Samsung Knox Vault
SIM Card One Nano SIM and eSIM
Colors Blue Shadow, Jet Black, Coral Red
Mint [Samsung.com Exclusive]
Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier.
Online exclusive colors only available on Samsung.com.

 

Galaxy Z Flip7 FE Specs

Galaxy Z Flip7 FE

​Galaxy Z Flip7 FE
Display Main Screen 6.7-inch FHD+
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
2640×1080 (22:9), 120Hz Adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz)
Cover Screen 3.4-inch Super AMOLED
720 x 748
Dimension & Weight Folded 71.9 x 85.1 x 14.9mm
Unfolded 71.9 x 165.1 x 6.9mm
Weight 187g
Camera Front Camera 10MP Selfie Camera
F2.2, Pixel size: 1.22μm, FOV: 85˚
Rear Dual Camera 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera
F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 123˚
50MP Wide-angle Camera
Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 85˚
AP Exynos2400
Memory & Storage 8GB Memory with 128GB internal storage [Samsung.com exclusive]
8GB Memory with 256GB internal storage
Battery 4,000mAh (typical) dual battery
Charging Wired Charging: Up to 50% charge in around 30min. with 25W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable
Fast Wireless Charging 2.0
Wireless PowerShare
Water Resistance IP48
Glass/Metal Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2
Armor Aluminum
OS Android 16
One UI 8
Network & Connectivity 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth® v5.4
Sensors Capacitive Fingerprint sensor (side), Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro sensor, Geomagnetic sensor, Hall sensor, Proximity sensor, Light sensor
Security Samsung Knox with Samsung Knox Vault
SIM Card One Nano SIM and eSIM
Colors Black, White [Samsung.com exclusive]
*Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier.

 

Entertainment

Max vs 100 will feature Max Verstappen race against 100 go-karters

The live event will stream at midnight on September 17.

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As a child, one of my favorite thought experiments is to imagine who would win in a fight between my favorite characters at the time and a number of other random beings. For example, will Superman prevail against 100 Magnetos? Those are the ways I kept my young mind occupied. Now, as a former child, I still do the same thing but with more realistic people, like imagining if Steph Curry can win against 100 high schoolers. This week, ESPN and Disney+ are making one of those imaginary fights real: Formula 1 legend Max Verstappen versus 100 go-karters.

In an upcoming live event streaming exclusively on Disney+, Max vs 100 will pit the four-time world champion against 100 go-karters from everywhere in pop culture. This gaggle of 100 will include popular content creators such as Twitch streamer ExtraEmily, car photographer Larry Chen, and NBA shooting coach Chris Matthews.

All 101 drivers will race around one of the most iconic tracks in Formula 1 history, Silverstone in England. The track will be reconfigured to match the special race.

Of course, this is more than just a parade of go-karts. Max Verstappen will start at the back of the grid, meaning he has to overtake all 100 racers to win. Now, the Dutch driver is no stranger to winning from the back. In 2024, he won the Sao Paulo Grand Prix despite starting from P17 (out of 20 racers). Max vs 100, though familiar for the driver, presents a different challenge. Can he overtake 100 times to win the race?

Max vs 100 will stream live through Disney+ on September 17, 12:00am PHT.

SEE ALSO: Disney+ is moving to a global app experience

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Apple’s best feature to cure motion sickness is finally on Android

Google copies a good page from Apple’s playbook.

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As an Android user, I’ve been jealous of iPhone users for a while now, but it’s not for the reason you might think. See, I’m ridiculously prone to motion sickness when I’m not driving. So, when I discovered that Apple has a software-based cure called Vehicle Motion Cues, I wanted it immediately. Now, Android does have third-party apps that do the same thing, but they’re not as good as a fully native version. Well, those dark, nauseating days are about to come to an end. Android 17 is finally getting a similar tool called Motion assist.

Before that, let’s rewind for a bit. What do these features do? How can they cure motion sickness?

Whenever you open Vehicle Motion Cues or Motion assist, the interface spawns a series of dots on the screen. These dots respond to movement. For example, if the vehicle turns to the left, the dots also go to the left, mimicking the movement. Without cues like this, the stationary nature of the screen clashes with our brain’s perception of movement. The disparity creates that feeling of nausea. Basically, our eyes are desperately trying to focus on the static screen, but our brains are telling us that we should be seeing motion. Having moving dots reorients our brain and places the phone inside our perception of movement.

Now, you can enable the same feature on your Android 17 device through Settings > All services > Motion assist under Personal & device safety. You can also set it so that the feature turns on automatically when the phone detects that you’re in a moving vehicle. Finally, you can also tweak the shape, color, and opacity of these dots.

Android 17’s Motion assist is rolling out now to compatible devices.

SEE ALSO: These are the best Android 17 features (if you hate AI)

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Valve unveils price of the Steam Frame

The VR headset starts at US$ 1,059.

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The trifecta is complete. Almost a year after announcing their new hardware, Valve has finally unveiled the price tag of the Steam Frame, complementing the Steam Machine and Steam Controller revealed a few months ago.

Whereas the Steam Machine is a console of its own, the Steam Frame is a traditional VR headset with a pair of controllers for both hands. Unfortunately, despite being in a different segment, the headset is not immune to the rising prices of technology. The Steam Frame will start at US$ 1,059 for a 256GB model and can go up to US$ 1,299 for the 1TB model. On the plus side, each box will come Half-Life: Alyx packaged along with the headset.

Here’s a more detailed rundown of what you’re getting. The Steam Frame will ship with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, paired with 16GB of RAM. Each eye comes with a 2160 x 2160 LCD screen, putting out images at up t0 a 144Hz experimental refresh rate. As mentioned above, the headset will start with 256GB of storage but can go up to 2TB. It will come packaged with SteamOS 3 and a rechargeable 21.6Wh battery.

This might be a hard buy for some. The industry currently has more affordable options, for one. Also, virtual reality isn’t the most thriving segment of gaming today.

If you’re still decided on buying one, however, Valve is using its lottery system. Interested customers can sign up from now until September 17. The company will then randomize the purchasing order. Those who draw the first ones in the lottery can get a purchase email as soon as September 18. Meanwhile, anyone who registers after September 17 will automatically be put at the back of the queue.

SEE ALSO: Valve announces its own console called the Steam Machine

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