Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 rumours and everything we know so far

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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 3 is a great folding phone, but with the folding phone market really starting to pick up, all eyes have turned to what Samsung will improve on and offer in its next generation of its Z series.

This is everything we have heard about the Galaxy Z Fold 4, including when it might be released, what it might offer and how it might improve on the Galaxy Z Fold 3. 

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 release date and price

  • 10 August 2022
  • Around £1599/$1799?

Samsung has announced it will hold its next Galaxy Unpacked on 10 August and it is expected that the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will be revealed at the event, alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 4.

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 was released in September 2021 and the Galaxy Z Fold was made available in September 2019 so it looks like the Galaxy Z Fold 4 could arrive a little earlier than its predecessors and in the place of the Note series.

In the past, the Galaxy Note series had an August release slot, but we haven't had a Note since 2020, with the Galaxy S22 Ultra essentially replacing this line, leaving the launch slot for the Z series.

In terms of price, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 starts at £1599 in the UK and $1799 in the US. We'd expect the Galaxy Z Fold 4 to be around the same. There has been a rumour to suggest it might be cheaper, though it's not detailed by how much.

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Design

  • Similar to Z Fold 3
  • IPX8 rated
  • Built-in S Pen?

It's been claimed so far that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will feature a similar design to its predecessor - though a little smaller and slimmer - and instead focus on durability. If this is the case, we can expect a book-style design again with a triple rear camera housing on the rear.

Based on some early renders, it looked like the camera lenses could sit on their own rather than within a housing for the Z Fold 4, but more recent image leaks suggest they will continue in the simple pill-shaped housing like the Z Fold 3.

collection: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Evan Blass Images

There has been some talk of more than one under-display camera this time around, presumably one on the external display to go with the one on the internal display, and there is also talk of a built-in S Pen, like the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra offers. That said, rumours have also said no built-in S Pen for this device so this feature is still in question for now. Either way, it will no doubt be compatible with an S Pen.

An under-display fingerprint sensor was also mentioned for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 initially, though it has since been claimed the device will stick to a physical fingerprint sensor on the side like the Z Fold 3.

The Galaxy Z Fold 3 offers IPX8 waterproofing, as well as a tougher frame compared to its predecessor so we'd expect the Z Fold 4 to retain that IP rating, if not improve it.

In terms of colour options, it is rumoured that the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will come in Gray Green, Beige, Burgandy and Phantom Black.

Display

  • 6.19-inch external
  • 7.56-inch internal
  • 120Hz refresh rate

Reports suggest the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will come with similar size displays to the Galaxy Z Fold 3. It's been claimed the external display will be 6.19-inches, while the internal display will open up to 7.56-inches. There's still expected to be a crease in the display, though it will apparently look slightly better than the Z Fold 3.

It's also said the display ratios will adjust slighty too, becoming shorter and wider, which will mean a squarer internal display if these rumours are accurate.

It's expected that both the internal and external display will offer a 120Hz refresh rate like the Z Fold 3 did, and it is also expected that HDR10+ will be supported. The inner display is said to be an QXGA+ AMOLED panel, while the outer display is said to be an HD+ AMOLED panel.

Rumours have also said Samsung will offer a tougher and improved UTG (ultra-thin glass) for the Galaxy Z Fold 4. 

Hardware and specs

  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 1?
  • Improved battery

In terms of hardware, it's been claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will run on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ chipset and there will be a 12GB RAM with 256GB storage variant, and a 16GB RAM and 512GB variant. There's also been the suggestions of a 1TB option. A 128GB storage model has also appeared in leaks too.

Rumours around the battery have been mixed. It has been said we can expect a 10 to 20 per cent battery improvement for the new device. Initial rumours claimed the battery would be a combined battery capacity of 4270mAh, with a 2002mAh battery and a 2268mAh battery. More recent rumours have said there would be a 4400mAh battery.

The Z Fold 4 will no doubt offer flagship specifications - even if they differ slightly fro the rumours. Either way, we'd expect to see 5G capabilities.

Cameras

  • Triple rear
  • 3x zoom

It's been claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have a similar rear camera loadout to the Galaxy S22.

Rumours suggest the zoom capabilities would increase from 2x on the Z Fold 3 to 3x on the 2022 device, though the resolution could drop from 12-megapixels to 10-megapixels, which would match the S22.

The Samsung Galaxy S22 has a triple rear camera, made up of a 50-megapixel main sensor with f/1.8 aperture and OIS, plus a 12-megapixel ultra wide sensor with an f/2.2 aperture and a 10-megapixel telephoto lens with f/2.4 aperture. The telephoto lens offers 3x optical zoom.

There's also been the suggestion that the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have a 50-megapixel main sensor, 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor and a 12-megapixel telephoto sensor with 3x zoom. That same link suggested the 3x zoom would be better than the Galaxy S22 Ultra. On the front, it's said there will be a 10-megapixel snapper, while the inside front camera is said to be an under-display camera and offer a 16-megapixels resolution.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 rumours: What's happened? 

This is everything we have heard so far about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

29 July 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 fully revealed in pictures

Evan Blass posted multiple images of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 on 91Mobiles, revealing almost every angle and the multiple colours expected.

20 July 2022: First Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 press shots leak

Evan Blass published a couple of shots of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4, revealing what we can expect from the new folding smartphones.

19 July 2022: It's official! Samsung's next event is set for 10 August and foldables are the focus

Samsung announced it would be holding an event on 10 August 2022 and it is expected to reveal its next foldables at the event.

18 July 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4 event invite leaked, confirms 10 August

Samsung will host its next Galaxy Unpacked event on 10 August 2022 - according to a leaked invite image from Evan Blass.

14 July 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 hits NBTC certification as full colour range leaks

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 has appeared on NBTC certification site, whilst Evan Blass has also revealed all the colours and storage options expected.

15 June 2022: Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 Geekbench test suggests updated Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 inside

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 popped up on Geekbench with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset uunde the hood.

9 June 2022: Samsung tipped to launch Flip 4, Fold 4 and Watch 5 on 10 August

Jon Prosser claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will be announced on 10 August and available from 26 August.

7 June 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 storage leak suggests 1TB option

Android Authority claimed there could be a 1TB model of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

1 June 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 parts start mass production

Roland Quandt tweeted claiming Samsung has started mass production for some of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 parts.

31 May 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 specs leak

Tipster Yogesh Brar tweeted a list of specs for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

27 May 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 case leaks showing screen ratio changes

Universe Ice tweeted an image of what is claimed to be a protective case for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, showing an improved screen ratio.

24 May 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 still expected to have crease

Universe Ice tweeted claiming the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will still have a crease in its display but it will be look better than the Z Fold 3.

17 May 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 camera specs leak

According to leaker Universe Ice, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will come with a 50-megapixel main camera, 12-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 12-megapixel telephoto camera with 3x zoom. 

11 May 2022: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could look like this

OnLeaks published some renders in association with SmartPrix detailing what the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could look like.

10 May 2022: Samsung leak reveals Galaxy Z Fold 4's wider, shorter displays and battery specs

Leaker @UniverseIce claimed the displays on the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will be slightly different compared to the Z Fold 3. It looks like they will be wider and shorter based on some tweets.

22 April 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 batteries leak

According to Galaxy.nl, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have a combined battery capacity of 4270mAh, with a 2002mAh battery and a 2268mAh battery.

19 April 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 might not have a built in S Pen 

Leaker Ice Universe claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 won't have a nuilt-in S Pen, but it will be smaller and slimmer than its predecessor.

8 April 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 won't have under-display fingerprint sensors

Business Korea (via Sammobile) reported Samsung considered the use of the under-display fingerprint technology for its fourth-generation of foldable smartphones "but recently decided not to use it".

6 April 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 to feature improved telephoto zoom camera?

A leak from Galaxy Club claims that the Galaxy Fold 4 will feature a 3x optical zoom rather than the 2x zoom in the current Fold model, however, the resolution is dropping from 12-megapixels to 10-megapixels. It also said the front facing cover camera will likely be the same as the 10-megapixel selfie cam on the Fold 3. 

24 March 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 could have much improved under-display camera

According to Korean news outlet The Elec (via Slashgear), Samsung is working on next-generation display technology that will enable not just camera systems but biometric systems to be placed beneath the display.

15 March 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have bigger battery 

Twitter user @chunvn8888 claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have a battery capacity increase, possibly between 10 and 20 per cent. The user also said the cameras would see an improvement.

15 March 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have new UTG

According to Twitter user @dohyun854, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have a new UTG (ultra thin glass) with improved hardness and quality. A slot for the S Pen is also mentioned.

15 March 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could feature both horizontal and vertical hinges

A Samsung foldable featuring both a horizontal and vertical hinge is reportedly under development, and could potentially wind up as the Galaxy Z Fold 4.

LetsGoDigital said the company's next premium folding smartphone could be based on a recently granted patent- one that detailed a device with multiple hinges.

15 February 2022: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 to come in 7.56-inch screen, house S Pen

The Elec claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will come with a dedicated S Pen slot, along with a 7.56-inch main screen and 6.19-inch external screen. It's said the design will remain largely the same with a focus on durability instead.

18 November 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could have two UPCs

A leak on Naver (via TechRadar) has claimed the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will have two under display cameras, as well as a main camera system in line with the Galaxy S22.

11 October 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could have dual-sided in-display fingerprint sensor

A patent suggests the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could have a dual-sided in-display fingerprint sensor and LetsGoDigital published some renders of what it could look like.

10 September 2021: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could have better camera and reduced price

A leaker called Lanzuk has suggested on Korean social media site Naver (via TechRadar) that the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will cost less and feature an improved under display camera that is less visible.



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