Samsung unveils waterproof Galaxy Z Fold 3 with S Pen support


Samsung has just unveiled the highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G. This new generation foldable phone has a more durable design with water water resistance and is also the first foldable that support the S Pen. The future is foldable.

The Galaxy Z Fold 3 looks very similar to its predecessor but has numerous improvements. One of them is the water resistant IPX8 housing. The casing is also stronger thanks to a combination of "Armour Aluminium" and "Gorilla Glass Victus". The hinge has also been improved. The Hideaway Hinge features shorter brushes to better keep out dust and dirt.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
The highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 3

The screen of the Fold3 is also more resistant to scratches by applying a new type of top layer. This polyethylene terephthalate protective layer is 80% more scratch resistant. This was a requirement for supporting the S Pen. The Fold 3 is the first one that has support for a stylus.

S Pen Fold Edition & S Pen Pro

Samsung is introducing two different versions of the stylus; the 'S Pen Fold Edition' and the 'S Pen Pro'. The latter is equipped with Bluetooth and can also works as a remote control. Both pens have a retractable tip in case too much pressure is applied. The use of other pens is therefore strongly discouraged.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 with S Pen
S Pen compatible for the first time

First Galaxy with Under Display Camera

Another innovation that is introduced with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is a selfie camera underneath the screen. This 'Under Display Camera' is visible even when the 7.6-inch Infinity Flex screen is in use but it is no longer a complete black hole. The screen brightness has been increased by almost 30% and, like the 6.2-inch screen outside, has a high 120Hz refresh rate.

In terms of software, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is equipped with improvements to Multi-Active Window, App Pair and the Taskbar to enable even better multitasking. This should make the large inner screen even more useful. The Z Fold3 are expected in the colours Phantom Black, Phantom Green and Phantom Silver.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 in Phantom Green, Phantom Black and Phantom Silver
Phantom Green, Phantom Black and Phantom Silver

Price and availability Fold 3

Prices start from € 1,799 and are still high but € 200 lower than the Fold 2. Orders can be placed as of August 11th, the first phones will be shipped on August 20th. Those who place a pre-order will receive one year of Samsung Care+ that covers screen and water damage, €200 extra trade-in value and a free cover that includes an S Pen worth €89.


Price comparison Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3
  Model Price Incl. delivery    
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256 GB Phantom Black Refurbished
£ 282,63 £ 286,13   View
Clove   £ 1.271,99 £ 1.275,49   View

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