r/galaxyzflip

Preface to say: I am not a frequent redditor or tech consumer in general. I am sure I'm lacking some major know-how!

I've had a refurbished Z Flip 4 for over 3 years now, and just recently dinged the screen. Given it's now more expensive to replace the screen than buy a whole new Z Flip 4, I would like to upgrade to the 7. I love the flip, it's a great fit for me. But, I'm having a hard time finding somewhere reputable to purchase a new, unlocked model. Preferably the lower storage, as I havent even used up the 128 G on my 4. I'd love the coral colorway, but at this point I'm not picky.

I'm fine with a refurbished model- most of my tech is secondhand. But even the refurbished options are extremely slim...

Bestbuy is claiming none in stock, samsung's site is saying they only have a couple colors in the higher storage option, which is unappealing budget-wise and color-wise... so, if anyone has any advice or a recommendation on which shopping platform I should check, I'd really appreciate it! Thanks, y'all.

I bought myself a Z Flip 5 around january 2024 and so far it's been the best phone I had. 0 screen issues aside of having to change the screen protector film once a year (it would peel from the middle).

However I have started using android auto after discovering my car has such function and ever since I've been using it I realized my phone would get hot. Very hot. Left it out of my pocket while driving in case that'd help something but so far no change.

Now with the recent temperatures being constant 42/43ºC (110ºF) and despite the AC being on, my phone gets so hot that either it become laggy, can't touch it for a while or straight up tells me that it's overheating and I can't open any application.

I'm thinking on removing the plastic case and using it without but I'm not sure if it's a good idea. Is there maybe a case that is much better at dissipating heat perhaps? Any tip on what can I do?

Thanks in advance

Edit: Just in case, I mean using the phone after driving. Not while I'm driving.

Hi, I am currently an iPhone 16 user who wants to make a switch to Samsung (actually had a S10+ in the past before the screen turned green and I couldn’t use it anymore). I am deciding between either waiting for the Z Flip 8 or just getting the S26 Ultra. However, from what I’ve heard people say about the Z Flips is that the camera quality is terrible, is that true? Also, when sending videos/images to iPhone users through regular messages, and vice versa, does the camera quality come out blurry? That was my experience when I had the S10+ even though the phone itself was great.

Another thing, are there any setbacks on certain apps because they are catered more to iPhones than Android software? For example, when posting pictures on Instagram or something, does Instagram diminish the quality?

Lastly, can you guys say the pros and cons of the Z Flip and if you think I should wait for it? I think it comes out this month right? And if there are any S26 users could you also give some pros and cons?

I know the Flip 8 is coming out soon and I just got a flip 7 from verizon, they offer a "flex upgrade" thingy where if you pay off a certain amount (33% of the phones retail cost I think) you're eligible to upgrade your phone. I think the flex upgrade add on costs 10 bucks a month extra? Not sure but if it is would it be worth it to upgrade to a Flip 8 soon? Or should I just skip the flex upgrade option and stick with my Flip 7

I REALLY want to like the z flip, I just got it and put it in a wallet case I thought would be good because it's padded and protects the hinge... but how tf is this supposed to fit in my pocket in a good case?? Like when I run i keep my phone in my leggings pocket, but this is BULKY folded up in this case and the slimmer cases feel too flimsy. Even the more 'tactical' style case i ordered looks like it's going to be bulky

Am I overdoing my protection? The hinge cover on this thing also stinks, so im open to case recs. ​

Ive had a flip since the flip 3 first released and then upgraded to the flip 6

Unfortunately, the flip 6 i have is reaching its abuse limit from me lol..

Tmobile accidentally hasnt billed me for phone insurance the past 6 months (long story). I called if there was a way i could fix this or get my device repaired since it's not my fault, and they offered me $830 credited towards a phone upgrade instead. The 8 is about to release, so getting a flip 7 seemed a little unreasonable to be stuck with, and i also didn't like how much slimmer it was at all (or the colors). Its very rounded and thin compared to the previous flips so I ended up telling them ill take an s26 ultra instead, since i liked the stylus and privacy screen feature, but the "green line" issue worries me.

My main concern here is, did anyone else switch off a flip and regret it or did u end up liking it? Was the better battery life or capabilities of the other phone better and made u happy with your choice?

Im having second thoughts about my choice after thinking of all the different ways i used my flip (especially for long exposure photos of the sky at certain angles) , but i dont know if i can justify having a flip 7 for the next 2 years if i didnt like the design..

I got a Z Flip 7 a few weeks ago and I noticed that dirt and dust LOVE to build up in between the back panel (both back panels) and the body of the phone and it's near impossible to clean up and or I don't know what tools I need to clean it up, any suggestions would be appreciated

I noticed recently that my Z Flip 7 had been charging more slowly than it used to. I thought about it a little and it seemed like this didn't happen until after the 8.5 update. Prior to that, it was never the fastest charger at 25w anyway but now it's even worse. I notice the phone often gets pretty warm when it's charging, even with the exact same cables as I was using before. Sometimes it gets so bad that the battery even goes down when it's plugged in. A few days ago it took like 2-2½ hours to charge from 45% to 100%, which is just ridiculous. Has anyone else encountered this issue with theirs or is it my phone in particular?

so I fiddled around with the phone and felt with my fingernail that the glass of the external display was not flush and/or even.

pressed it firmly now it is in place. Can I superglue it carefully?

I want to move to this phone as it works really good and battery life is decent for a 150€ phone. For the record, my main device is a iphone air and the flip is the secondary but in 4-5 days I have to change my esim again and decided to main the flip and if everythings is smooth I will eventually sell both phones to get a Flip8 when it releases.