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Samsung has begun rolling out the stable One UI 8.0 update, based on Android 16, to Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 in multiple regions, bringing new features, security patches, and improvements to performance and usability.
Samsung has released the November 2023 security update for the Galaxy Z Flip 4, which includes fixes for critical vulnerabilities in the Android OS and security flaws in Samsung's One UI. Users can download the update over the air or manually flash it using Samsung's Odin tool. The update is focused solely on security enhancements and does not include any new features.
Samsung is rolling out the August 2023 update for the Galaxy Z Flip 3, Z Flip 4, Z Fold 3, and Z Fold 4 in the USA. The update is available for factory-unlocked phones, with the exception of the Galaxy Z Fold 3, which is only available in Puerto Rico. The firmware versions suggest that the update is primarily a security patch rather than a feature update. Users can download the update manually or through the Settings app on their phones.
Samsung smartphone users continue to face screen-related issues, with green or pink lines appearing on Super AMOLED screens. While Samsung announced a free repair policy for out-of-warranty Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy S20 series phones, other devices like the Galaxy Z Flip 4 are also affected. One user in India reported a green line on their foldable screen, but the service center denied free service, despite the screen being covered under warranty. Samsung needs to improve communication with its after-sales service network and extend the free service strategy to other affected devices to protect its reputation among loyal customers.
T-Mobile is offering a no-trade-in deal for the Galaxy Z Flip 4, with a $1,000 discount applied as monthly bill credits over two years. The offer, which does not require a trade-in, is available to customers who have or switch to a Go5G Plus plan and add a new line of service. While the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 5 is expected to have improvements, including a larger cover screen and faster processor, the current deal makes the Galaxy Z Flip 4 an attractive option for Samsung fans.
Samsung is collaborating with French rapper SCH to release a special edition Galaxy Z Flip 4 bundle, which includes a 256GB flip phone in graphite color, an SCH-labeled protective case, Buds 2 Pro earbuds with the SCH logo, a signed copy of the Autobahn album, and two tickets for an SCH concert. Only 19 of these collector's boxes will be released, and winners will be picked through a raffle system on Samsung's website in France. The bundle costs €1,119, and registrations close on June 22.
The leaked spec sheet of the upcoming Motorola Razr 40 Ultra suggests that it will have an IP52 'water-repellent' rating, which is less than that of the Galaxy Z Flip 4's and even the 2-year-old Galaxy Z Flip 3's IPX8 rating for water resistance. The phone will come with a year-old Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of onboard storage, a 3,800 mAh battery with 33W fast charging support, and a 6.9-inch 165Hz inner foldable display and a 3.6-inch 144Hz outer display. However, it will come with the 'ReadyFor' feature that lets users enjoy the desktop experience Motorola allows via its smartphones.
The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra foldable phone is rumored to cost $1,000, making it the cheapest Razr yet. The device is expected to have a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and a 120Hz inner display, with a large outer display that wraps around the cameras. Motorola is also expected to release a standard Razr 40 with a smaller outer display and a likely lesser chip. The company has confirmed a June 1 event to unveil its new Razr lineup publicly.
Samsung has released the May 2023 security update for the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4, with fixes for over 70 security flaws. The update is currently available in Latin America and will expand to more regions globally in the coming days. Both phones were launched with Android 12 and have received the Android 13 update, with three more OS updates to come, starting with Android 14 later this year.
Samsung has released the May 2023 security update to the carrier-locked version of the Galaxy Z Flip 4 in the US, with firmware version F721USQS2CWD9. The update includes fixes for over 70 security flaws, including critical vulnerabilities. The new software is currently available on Metro PCS’ and T-Mobile’s network in the US, and users can install it through Settings or manually via a Windows PC.
Samsung has introduced two new color options, Burgundy Red for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Navy Blue for the Galaxy Z Flip 4, in Vietnam. These colors are not among the standard colors offered by Samsung for its 2022 range of foldable phones. Customers who buy these phones can benefit from instant discounts, giveaways, and a 6-month Samsung Care+ package for free until April 30.
Samsung has released the April 2023 security update to the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and the Galaxy Z Fold 4 in the US, with firmware versions F721U1UES2CWC9 and F936U1UES2CWC9 respectively. The update fixes 66 security flaws found in Galaxy smartphones and tablets, including critical vulnerabilities affecting devices with an Exynos processor. The update is currently available on T-Mobile's network and is expected to expand to more carriers in the country. Users can download and install the update through the Settings menu or manually through the firmware database.