Samsung’s AI super-powered Galaxy Z Fold7 has arrived

Samsung’s AI super-powered Galaxy Z Fold7 has arrived, setting a new benchmark for innovation in the mobile tech world. Combining a foldable display with an AI-first experience, Samsung has created its most advanced Galaxy device to date — sleek, powerful, intelligent, and immersive.

Galaxy Z Fold7: Redefining Smartphone Expectations

The Galaxy Z Fold7 blends the portability of a smartphone with the power of a tablet, offering unmatched flexibility. Its ultra-sleek design, wider cover screen, and larger unfolded display make everyday productivity a breeze. From browsing to multitasking, this Samsung AI smartphone adapts effortlessly.

TM Roh, president and head of the Device eXperience division at Samsung, says the Galaxy Z Fold7 “delivers our most advanced smartphone experience yet” with AI built specifically for the foldable form.

Ultra-Slim, Ultra-Powerful Foldable Display

At just 215g and 8.9mm thick when folded, the Galaxy Z Fold7 is the thinnest and lightest in the series. Its 6.5″ Dynamic AMOLED 2x cover screen with a 21:9 aspect ratio makes texting and browsing easy when folded, while the unfolded 8″ display transforms your experience with true multitasking power.

The foldable display offers ultra-rich visuals with Vision Booster and a peak brightness of 2,600 nits, ensuring clarity even in direct sunlight.

Built Tough with Durable Engineering

Durability is at the core of the Galaxy Z Fold7’s design. Samsung introduced the Armor FlexHinge, a redesigned, thinner, and stronger hinge, and Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for added screen protection. The frame is reinforced with Advanced Armor Aluminum and a new titanium plate layer under the ultra-thin glass display.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor: AI Powerhouse

Beneath the hood lies the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, Samsung’s best-in-class chip tailored for Galaxy devices. AI tasks — such as real-time translation, Generative Edits, and Photo Assist — are faster and more seamless than ever.

Performance boosts:

• 41% improvement in NPU

• 38% faster CPU

• 26% better GPU compared to previous generations

This makes the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor a major leap forward for on-device Samsung AI smartphone capabilities.

200MP Ultra AI Camera: A Photographer’s Dream

For creatives and content lovers, the Galaxy Z Fold7 delivers a pro-grade 200MP wide-angle camera that captures vivid, ultra-detailed images and video. AI-powered enhancements ensure stunning clarity even in low light.

Notable features include:

• Night Video with motion detection

• ProVisual Engine for faster image processing

• 10-bit HDR for cinematic video quality

• A 10MP ultra-wide selfie camera for group shots when unfolded

AI-Driven Creative Suite on a Foldable Display

With the Galaxy Z Fold7, your AI-powered creative studio is always with you. Its large screen makes Side-by-Side Editing easy, while tools like Generative Edit, Portrait Studio, and Photo Assist turn raw images into polished content.

Highlights:

• Suggest Erases automatically removes background passersby

• Audio Eraser removes wind or traffic noise

• Show Original lets you compare before/after edits instantly

One UI 8 and Multimodal AI Experience

The One UI 8 interface elevates the Samsung AI smartphone experience by combining multitasking, security, and productivity in one seamless environment. Context-aware and multimodal, it understands what you type, say, and see.

Key AI-powered features:

• Gemini Live integrates voice, screen, and camera inputs

• Circle to Search enhances gaming and browsing

• Drag and Drop allows for smooth content transfers between windows

• Drawing and Writing Assist improves creative workflows

Secure by Design: Future-Proof Protection

Samsung has built the Galaxy Z Fold7 to be future-ready with quantum-safe encryption and robust on-device protections. Features like Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP) ensure every app’s data is isolated and secured.

Additional safeguards:

• Advanced Knox Matrix security

• Encrypted Secure Wi-Fi with post-quantum cryptography

• AI privacy built into every layer of the user experience

Stylish Colours and Pricing

The Galaxy Z Fold7 is available in Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, and Jetblack. Recommended retail prices in South Africa:

• 256GB – R42,999

• 512GB – R45,999

• 1TB – R49,999

Pre-orders include a “Double the Storage” deal via Samsung’s official website — upgrade 256GB to 512GB or 512GB to 1TB at no extra cost.

Final Thoughts

Samsung’s AI super-powered Galaxy Z Fold7 has arrived as the future of mobile productivity and creativity. With its premium foldable display, AI-driven tools, durable design, and the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, it offers a smartphone experience unlike any other.

For more details or to pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold7, visit the official Samsung South Africa website.

Here are five references from mainstream media covering the Galaxy Z Fold7, complete with direct links:

1. The Verge – Highlights the ultra-thin design of the Galaxy Z Fold7, nearly matching the thickness of iPhone 16 Pro: Navbharat Times+15The Verge+15markellisreviews.com+15Linus Tech Tips
   https://www.theverge.com/the-vergecast/704736/samsung-foldables-smartwatches-apple-coo-grok-ai-vergecast

2. TechRadar – In-depth review on performance, design specs, Snapdragon 8 Elite, camera prowess, software (Android 16 + Gemini AI): The VergeSamsung Newsroom+4TechRadar+4Tom’s Guide+4
   https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-review

3. News.com.au – First-look evaluation detailing upgrades in display size, build materials, and AI features: TechRadar+1What Hi-Fi?+1News.com.au
   https://www.news.com.au/technology/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-flip-7-and-new-watches-first-look-australian-pricing/news-story/728f77a8c9abb817b71b38c2800ab6ee

4. El País (Spain) – Reports on the Galaxy Z Fold7’s slim dimensions, Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, 200 MP camera, and One UI 8 with Gemini: Reddit+13El País+13News.com.au+13
   https://elpais.com/tecnologia/2025-07-09/samsung-lanza-un-galaxy-z-fold-7-ultradelgado-y-prueba-a-reconvertir-el-flip-7-en-un-dispositivo-ia.html

5. Tom’s Guide – Hands-on review praising the foldable’s design overhaul, AI-driven multitasking, camera upgrades, and performance: El País
   https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/i-went-hands-on-with-the-galaxy-z-fold-7-im-blown-away-by-the-design-and-it-might-actually-be-worth-usd2-000