Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 are generating buzz not just for their specs but for a surprising branding change: Samsung may quietly drop the letter Z from both upcoming foldable phones before their official debut at the Galaxy Unpacked Event on August 10.
Why Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 May Lose the "Z" Branding
Reports suggest the reason behind this potential name change is the use of the letter Z as a symbol on Russian Army uniforms and military vehicles during the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. With the war now in its fifth month, several countries have severed ties with Russia, and Samsung appears to be distancing its flagship foldable lineup from that association. It is worth noting that Samsung did not use the letter Z on its very first foldable, the original Galaxy Fold — the Z branding only appeared starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Galaxy Z Flip. As of now, no official announcement has been made by Samsung confirming the name change.
Galaxy Unpacked Event: What to Expect on August 10
The Galaxy Unpacked Event is scheduled for August 10, starting at 6:30 PM Indian Standard Time. Alongside the foldable smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 Series is also expected to make its debut at the same event. Consumers can currently pre-reserve the upcoming devices for Rs 1,999 through Samsung's official online and offline channels.
Leaked Specs: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4
Leaked specifications paint a detailed picture of what the Galaxy Z Flip 4 may offer:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.7-inch foldable, 120Hz refresh rate, 1080 x 2640 pixels |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| RAM & Storage | 8GB RAM + 128GB / 8GB RAM + 256GB |
| Battery | 3,700mAh with 25W fast charging |
| Rear Camera | Dual 12MP cameras |
| Front Camera | 10MP |
Leaked Specs: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is expected to sport a larger, more immersive form factor:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Inner Display | 7.6-inch QXGA+ AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Outer Display | 6.2-inch HD+ AMOLED, 120Hz |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 |
| Battery | 4,400mAh with 25W wired & 15W wireless fast charging |
| Software | OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12 |
Key Differences Between the Flip 4 and Fold 4
While both phones share the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset and 120Hz displays, the two devices cater to different users. The Galaxy Z Flip 4 is the compact clamshell choice with a 3,700mAh battery, while the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is the productivity-focused book-style device with a larger 4,400mAh cell and dual-display setup. The Fold 4 also adds wireless charging at 15W — a feature absent from the Flip 4's confirmed leaked spec sheet. Both are expected to be revealed in full at the August 10 Unpacked Event.
