STACK #238 August 2024

FEATURE TECH

FLIP INTO SOMETHING MORE COMFORTABLE The classic flip phone concept sees further revolution as Samsung lets loose their latest take on the format, the super compact Galaxy Z Flip6. Let’s take a look at what’s new. Words Bec Summer A vailable with either 256GB or 512GB of internal storage, the stylish and pocket-sized Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 photography, too. Just flex your Galaxy Z Flip6 and stand it, then AI-powered auto zoom and focus will sort out the rest for you – nobody needs to be the designated photographer that’s left out of group shots anymore! Plus, you can Just in case… You have a couple of different official Samsung protection options for

features a 3.4” cover screen, and, when flipped open, an extra-bright 6.7” dynamic AMOLED main display for better outdoor visibility. Plus, it brings upgraded Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for full-strength durability that, combined with an armour aluminium frame,

switch between standard and ultra-wide mode with just a tap, and Auto Zoom up to 3x with one touch in FlexMode. Meanwhile, FlexMode also allows you to sit your Galaxy Z Flip6 on a stable surface for viewing content. Feel like getting creative? Achieve it in a snap, as Generative Portrait allows you to create original wallpapers from a simple sketch, and can also transform your photos into 3D comic designs, caricatures, and watercolours, while Generative Edit can fill in backgrounds when straightening or editing images. Another innovative new feature is Smart Reply, which can send quick responses by analysing the last seven messages for context – and you can even do it from the cover screen!

your snazzy new Galaxy Z Flip6. The smartphone itself comes in a choice of Yellow, Silver Shadow, Blue, and Mint, and both the Kindsuit Case and Silicone Case with Ring come in colours to match, plus there’s also a transparent Flipsuit Case option

dual rail hinge, and IPX8 water resistance, means ample protection for your new pride and joy. The wide rear camera has been upgraded from the 12MP of its predecessor, the Flip5, to

an impressive 50MP with 2x optical quality zoom, which is coupled with a 12MP ultra-wide rear, and a 10MP front camera for

selfies. It’s the most powerful camera setup yet on a Galaxy Z Flip phone, and when coupled with Samsung’s Nightography tech you know that you’re going to get brilliant, detailed shots in low light. FlexCam brings new functionality to phone

And the Galaxy Z Flip6’s innovative Circle to Search function will make you wonder why you ever typed words to find something online. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 also offers increased battery life, boasting a 4,000mAh battery compared to 3,700mAh on the Galaxy Z Flip5. Watch up to 23 hours of videos, or even listen to up to a huge 68 hours of tunes, all on one charge. Plus, there’s also more stable cooling via a new to the Galaxy Z Flip6 vapour chamber, which prevents heating when going for heavy duty tasks like Netflix bingeing, gaming, or multitasking.

Your personal translator In The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy you had to plop a babel fish into your ear for translating languages, but now all you need is your trusty Galaxy Z Flip6!

Say hello – or hola, bonjour, konnichiwa, or any other greeting in any supported language – and on the outer screen Interpreter lets you show the translation from your inner screen. Meanwhile, Live Translate lets you listen to, or see on your screen, translations of various languages to your favoured one, in real-time, even during calls.

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