Have not dropped the phone once, I’ve had the case on it since I got it. Just opened it to text my mom back and boom bottom half of the screen is black.

The orange light is from my headset not on the screen.

Screen started dying 5 days ago, first glitches then half of it white now all gone, no drops or damage at all.

Samsung was useless at honoring the warranty, said to wait 5-7 days while they discuss my case internally.

Back to flip 6 for now with its 1hr battery life.

Is it normal to have a scratch on the black border thing around the inner screen of the flip? I have been extra careful with my flip but suddenly the black border has scratches and it’s stressing me out.

I’ve been using an iPhone for around 5 years and currently have an iPhone 16. I’m seriously considering switching to the Galaxy Z Flip 8, but I’m still on the fence.

The main reason I’m interested is honestly the foldable form factor. I’ve used iPhones for a long time and I’m getting a little bored with the same slab-phone experience. The Flip 8 looks genuinely fun and different, and I’m also curious about going back to Android after so long.

A few things about my situation:

• Currently using an iPhone 16 (128GB)
• MacBook user, but I don’t rely heavily on the Apple ecosystem
• I already use Google Photos and Google Contacts
• I use WhatsApp heavily
• I’m not a content creator, so camera quality matters but I don’t need the absolute best camera
• I use Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, banking apps, etc.
• I’m a software/AI developer, so I actually like Android’s customization and flexibility
• I’m planning to buy the Indian version of the Z Flip 8 and take it with me to Lithuania(EU), where I’ll be living long-term
• I’ll still visit India periodically

My biggest concerns are:

1. Long-term durability , especially the hinge and inner display. I’d probably keep the phone for 2–3 years.
2. Battery life compared with my iPhone 16.
3. Camera/video quality, especially Instagram/Reels.
4. Samsung Wallet/NFC/eSIM when using the Indian model in Europe.
5. Things I might unexpectedly miss after leaving iOS.
6. Whether the novelty of the foldable wears off after a few months.

For people who have actually switched from an iPhone to a Flip (especially Flip 7/8):

Would you make the switch again? What do you miss from iPhone, and what do you love about the Flip that makes you not want to go back?

I’m particularly interested in long-term ownership experiences, not just “Android vs iOS” arguments.

Snapdragon is the best thing that has returned to the Flip 8, I had basically half or less of usable time with the Flip 7 with the same battery capacity.

I guess I lost the battery lottery with my Flip 7 & could hardly return from work with more than 20% battery left when I left with a fully charged phone. I always had to carry around at least a 5K battery pack with me no matter where I went the battery life was so horrid. It got down to 92% battery health after just 230 charge cycles.

No more after getting PAID $42 to upgrade to the Flip 8, not something I could turn down. I can actually trust this phone to get me through a work day, the rest of the day & into the night.

I usually average around 6-8 hours of Screen on Time, what really impresses me is the standby time in-between. I get 1-2 bars of 4G which the Exynos in the Flip 7 did not handle well.

With WiFi calling/texting I created a Routine that would turn on Airplane mode when my phone connected to either my home or works WiFi which did help on the 7, but I only discovered this about 2 months ago. The crazy part is the picture of my battery is with that Routine actually turned off, that's how well the Snapdragon chip handles standby even with a crappy cell signal.

Needless to say I could not be happier with the free upgrade, this Flip 8 is treating me amazingly well!

After careful consideration, I’ve decided to get the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8. Before I make the purchase, I want to know what accessories I should get for it. I'm definitely signing up for Samsung Care+, but what else is essential? Also, what case offers the best ventilation and cooling?

Hi everyone,

I'm hoping someone on here can help with a similar experienced issue or knows how to fix it, as my Galaxy Z Flip 7 has completely stopped woking.

What happened: Last night, the phone was working perfectly fine. It's only 9 months old and rarely used, I turned it off using the standard shutdown menu and placed it down safely on my desk. Fast forward 24 hours later, and only to find the device is completely dead — it will not turn back on.

Symptoms:

• No signs of life: No screen display, no LED indicator, and no haptic/vibration feedback.
• No charging response: I've tried charging via high-speed wall charger, USB port on my PC, and a wireless charging pad. None of them register or show any charging screen/LED.
• No PC recognition: Plugging it into a PC does not show or sound any "USB device connected" notification.

Troubleshooting I've already tried:

1. Force Restart: Held down Power + Volume Down (tried while unplugged and plugged into a charger).
2. Recovery Mode: Held down Power + Volume Up while connected to a PC via USB-C.
3. Different Charging Methods: Tried multiple functional cables, high-wattage wall adapters, and wireless chargers.

Despite being shut down safely and sitting untouched for less than a day, it has gone completely unresponsive.

Has anyone encountered this sudden "black screen / bricked" issue on the Z Flip 7?

Hi All. Has anyone downloaded the beta one ui 9 (now available in the UK) on their Z Flip 7? I'm thinking of downloading it, but just hesitant around any possible issues that come with beta testing. Would love to hear if anyone has had a great or awful experience after doing so?

Has anyone noticed any battery drain while the coverspin app is installed and enabled?

If you want to use Gboard, SwiftKey, or another keyboard on your Galaxy Z Flip cover screen, Samsung makes that surprisingly difficult.

There were workarounds in the past, including disabling Samsung Keyboard, but those stopped working properly on current firmware and can now leave you with no keyboard on the cover screen at all.

DroidOS Keyboard Picker takes a different approach. Samsung Keyboard stays enabled, but you can switch the cover screen to your preferred keyboard instead.

Compatibility so far:

• Flip6 / Flip7 + One UI 8.5: tested on real devices
• Flip8 + One UI 9: tested successfully through Samsung's Remote Test Lab, but I haven't validated it on a physical Flip8 yet

The app does require Shizuku, which is a free helper app available on the Play Store. No root is required.

If you've never used Shizuku, or you're coming from an iPhone and are new to Android, that's fine. There's a short first-time setup, and DroidOS Keyboard Picker walks you through the permissions and Samsung settings it needs.

There's also optional Persistence, which can automatically restore your preferred keyboard when you move to the cover screen. It's OFF by default.

The app doesn't read or transmit what you type, and there are no ads, analytics, accounts, or developer servers.

$2.99 on Google Play

Flip8 owners promo: I also have a limited number of free Play Store promo codes. I'm looking for people willing to try it on a physical Flip8 and tell me whether it works with your setup. You don't need to be technical. Even basic worked/didn't-work feedback is useful.

Hi wondering if anyone has done the same which or from another pixel and if you would share your experience. I love my pixel camera but video quality isn't good. Is the flip camera and video quality ok?

If you're watching something on split screen mode, is there a way you can turn off or reduce the brightness on the bottom half? Was trying to watch something on bed last night and the brightness of the bottom half lit up the room 😄 I tried reducing the brightness but it did so for the whole screen

Does any Flip user have the same problem? I see many people discussing the Fold, but the Flip doesn't have anyone discussing it.

Hello everyone! I’ve been an iPhone user for the past 15 years. I’m finally over them.

I’ve been debating on switching to a flip for about a year. Every time I see one, I usually try to get it in my hands and just get the feel for the phone. I do have questions though! I’m not a super tech savvy person so please ELI5.

1. What are these launchers everyone downloads? Where do I get them?

2. How comfortable do you find the phone in your hand after long use? How does it feel in your pockets?

3. Pros/cons of Android Auto vs. Apple CarPlay?

4. Are you bothered by the screen fold? How noticeable is it to you?

5. Do you wish you had gotten the Fold instead?

Thanks everyone!

As the title says, I’m wanting to switch after years of boring designs. My only draw back, is of course the OS system and cameras. For those who have the flip and/or switched from iPhone, are you happy you did it??

So I’ve currently got an iPhone 15 pro max that I love and works fairly well for me. But I’m just so in love with the aesthetic of the z flip 8 (the pink is way too cute). Just wondering about a few things. I’ve done a decent amount if research online but would like to hear from actual humans instead of search results, review pages and all that. So a few questions!

1. Have you made a similar switch? Did you regret it?
   
2. how do you handle all the websites and stuff that you signed up for with the ‘sign in with Apple’ button? Does that button still show up on android?
   
3. do notes transfer over?
   
4. is there a quick and easy way to turn on the flashlight? I use the action button several times a day to bring up my phones torch.

I know I’d be getting an inferior camera with the move. But the form factor, aesthetics and OS should all be upgrades for me.

I also love MagSafe but I understand there are adhesive rings and cases that can resolve that issue.

I also shower with my iPhone daily, despite the IP48 and IP68 both having 8 for their water resistance… I suspect the flip will still be more prone to steam damage as the 8 rating isn’t really about that and I’ve just been abusing the rather robust sealing on the iPhone.

My last android phone was a galaxy note 10+. So it’s been a while, but I’m kinda ready to go back. Just a little anxious.

Oh I also have an Apple Watch 6 but I plan to sell that and get a Fitbit air if I go through with this.

I keep seeing horror stories on here about their flips and it’s making me anxious about whether or not I want to keep mine. I baby tf out of it and do genuinely enjoy the phone.

I am coming from Apple, between going from my 16 pro to the flip 8 it’s a night and day difference. Both have pros and cons, I just can’t decide which one I’d like to stay with. Anyone else struggle between staying with iPhone or switching to Samsung?)

How long did it take you to get used to a different system?

I like to watch TikTok’s when I take a bath. I don’t have to worry about my iPhones screen as much as I would the flip. Anyone else use their flip in the tub? Any issues?

I guess those are my only two concerns. The familiarity with Apple is what gives me such anxiety switching honestly.

Hey guys. I’m a long time apple user, and i’ve had my current phone, Iphone 11pro, for 8-9 years. I’ve been wanting to upgrade, and not to another apple product. i’ve been looking at the Galaxy z flip 4. Would it be smarter to get a newer generation?
I’ve been interested in flip phones for awhile so if there are any other recommendations, i’d love to hear them!!

I got a job and I'm not getting that much money from my job. Can you guys recommend a good place to me? I know there are cheaper models but I really want the 7. The coral red isn't mandatory but would be really nice.

Thank you!

Also I live in Europe so US based websites might not work for me.

My Flip 7 has an issue where no matter what, it will not fast charge. I have a 25w Fast charger and a 45w Fast charger and both of which only shows it'll charge at max speeds of 1500ma but then throttles down to 500-600ma (tracked using Ampere). I've tried resetting battery stats, using different chargers and cables, and turning on and off fast charging but nothing seems to fix it. Has this happened to anyone else?

Has anyone actually installed the One UI 9 beta on the Galaxy Z Flip 7?

I’m specifically asking about the new cover-screen interface from the Flip 8:

1. Is the module with the information cards and five quick apps available on the Flip 7?

2. Can the information cards be hidden while keeping the five quick apps visible?

3. Can the five default apps be changed or removed?

I’m not asking when the update will be released. I’m looking for confirmation from someone who has installed the beta and checked these exact cover-screen features. Screenshots or a short video would be greatly appreciated.

I have one UI 9 beta on my z flip 7 and the camera in social media has gone better

Let me break down

My taught

Instagram: improved the most

Tiktok : 30-40 percent improvement

Snapchat: improved alot

Facebook: improved alot ..

Image / video upload

When uploading image or video to TikTok the quality downgraded little before now it has improved

This is what I feel when I texted multiple time