The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is shaping up to be the next foldable in Samsung's clamshell lineup, and leaked details suggest it could arrive at a lower price than the company's previously launched foldable. If you are planning to buy a foldable smartphone, it may be worth waiting a little longer to see what this model offers. Here is what the early leaks reveal.
What the Galaxy Z Flip 3 leaks reveal
According to leaked information circulating online, Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy Z Flip 3 next year. The South Korean company is expected to position it below its earlier foldable on price, which would make a folding phone more accessible to buyers.
- A larger display paired with a potentially better battery.
- A 6.9-inch screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, according to the leaked specifications.
- A lower price than Samsung's previously launched foldable smartphone.
Samsung's foldable history and the cheaper-model trend
In 2020, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Flip and the Galaxy Z Flip 5G, both of which fold up like the Motorola RAZR. The next model in this series is expected to be the Galaxy Z Flip 3, arriving next year.
Earlier this year, Samsung released cheaper versions of its flagship phones, including the Galaxy S20, the Galaxy S10 Lite and the Galaxy Note 10 Lite. That pattern has fuelled speculation that a more affordable version of the Galaxy Z Flip is also on the way.
Why skip the Flip 2 name?
Rather than calling the next device the Galaxy Z Flip 2, the company appears to be moving straight to the Flip 3. Reports suggest the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is also set to launch next year, and aligning the names is thought to be a way for Samsung to avoid confusion between its two foldable lines.
Specifications
| Feature | Leaked detail |
|---|---|
| Display size | 6.9 inches |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz |
| Battery | Potentially improved over the previous model |
| Expected launch | Next year |
| Form factor | Foldable clamshell, folds like the Motorola RAZR |
