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UPDATE (February 25, 2025): The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 has started receiving a new software update, a security update for February 2025. Read more about it at the very end of the article.
On August 10, Samsung announced a bunch of new products. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 was arguably the most popular among them. This is the company’s new foldable flagship. it is not the only foldable smartphone that was announced during that event, but it is the most powerful one. As usual, there’s a lot to talk about when it comes to this phone. We already have a ton of content on the site, but this article will come in handy if you’d like more information about the device.
In this article, we’ll try to squeeze as much information about the Galaxy Z Fold 4 as possible. You’ll be able to read about its price, general availability, specifications, features, accessories, and more. The Galaxy Z Fold 4 surely is not a cheap smartphone, but if you’d like to experience a foldable smartphone properly, this is one of your best options. Let’s see what the phone has to offer.
When does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 come out?
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 pre-orders start on August 10, the same day the phone launched. The phone will become available to purchase starting on August 26.
How much does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 cost?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 comes in three variants, all of which include 12GB of RAM. The phone is available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options. The phone’s pricing, for an unlocked variant, is set at $1,799. So, as you can see, its price is the same as last year. That was the price tag of the entry-level Galaxy Z Fold 3 when it launched a year ago. This time around, the options go all the way up to 1TB.
Pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 4 (Samsung)
What offers are available at launch?
There are plenty of offers in the US for the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Do note that Samsung has some really neat offers, as do the US carriers. So, we’ll talk about those separately.
Samsung offers
Samsung has some pre-order offers in place for the Galaxy Z Fold 4. If you opt to pre-order the device between August 10 and August 25, you will receive a complimentary memory upgrade to double the storage. On top of that, Samsung will give you up to $1,000 off with an eligible trade-in, and a Standing Cover with Pen case. You’ll also get a $100 Samsung Credit.
Samsung also offers Samsung Care+ if you purchase this device, You’ll get 24/7 Samsung expert support, cracked screen repairs for as low as $29, protection against drops and spills, and more. Do note that coverage is available for $8 or $11/month.
AT&T offers
AT&T offers up to $1,000 off the retail price for the Galaxy Z Fold 4. You can get such a discount if you trade in your Galaxy phone. The discount will depend on the device you trade in, of course.
If you pre-order the phone from AT&T, you can get some added perks. Those perks include a free memory upgrade (double the storage), and a Samsung case.
Verizon offers
Verizon offers up to $800 off the Galaxy Z Fold 4 with a select trade-in on a qualified 5G Unlimited plan. You’ll also get a $200 Verizon eCard in that case, if you opt to sign up.
You can also get upgraded to the next storage tier for free if you pre-order the 256GB Galaxy Z Fold 4 from Verizon. The company is also offering, for a limited time, 50 percent off on select Samsung phone cases, 25 percent off select Samsung chargers, and if you buy the Galaxy Z Fold 4, you can get $75 off on the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.
Where can I buy the Galaxy Z Fold 4?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will become available on August 26 from Samsung.com, Samsung Experience Store, and all major carriers and retailers. You can, however, already purchase the device, and some links are provided below.
What carriers support the Galaxy Z Fold 4?
All major carriers support the Galaxy Z Fold 4.
Which carriers will sell the Galaxy Z Fold 4?
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 will be sold by all major carriers in the country (US), and the world. In the US that goes for AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.
Can I get an unlocked Galaxy Z Fold 4?
Yes, you can buy the unlocked Galaxy Z Fold 4. Both Samsung.com and Best Buy will sell it unlocked. Best of all, you’ll be able to use that device on any US carrier, and as well as MVNOs that run on those networks. So basically anywhere in the US.
What colors are available?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 comes in three color variants. The company is using its semi-fancy names for these colors, which are Phantom Black, GrayGreen, and Beige. The first and last are kind of self-explanatory. You’re getting black and beige colors here. The second, well, that’s not the name we’d use for that color, but there you have it. The GrayGreen color is way more gray than green, it actually seems like a gray color with just a little bit of blue in it. In addition to those three colors, however, the Burgundy model is also available, but only exclusively from Samsung.com.
What are the specs of the Galaxy Z Fold 4?
Below are the specs for the Galaxy Z Fold 4.
| Galaxy Z Fold 4 | Galaxy Z Fold 3 | |
| Display | Main: 7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz (adaptive) Secondary: 6.2-inch HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz (adaptive) |
Main: 7.6-inch FHD+ Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz Secondary: 6.2-inch fullHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Snapdragon 888 |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB/512GB/1TB | 256GB/512GB |
| Battery Capacity | 4,400mAh | 4,400mAh |
| Charging Speeds | 25W wired charging 10W wireless charging 4.5W reverse wireless charging |
25W wired charging 11W wireless charging 4.5W Reverse wireless charging |
| Software | Android 12L, One UI 4.1.1 | Android 11, One UI 4.1 (upgradable) |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP wide 10MP telephoto 12MP ultrawide |
12MP wide 12MP telephoto 12 MP ultrawide |
| Front Camera | Outer: 10MP Inner: 4MP |
Outer: 10MP Inner: 4MP |
| Dimensions | Folded: 155.1 x 67.1 x 15.8mm Unfolded: 155.1 x 130.1 x 6.3mm |
Folded: 158.2 x 67.1 x 14.4-16mm Unfolded: 158.2 x 128.1 x 6.4mm |
| Weight | 263 grams | 271 grams |
| Price | $1,799 | $1,799 |
| Colors | Phantom Black Graygreen Beige |
Phantom Black Phantom Silver Phantom Green Thom Browne Edition Wooyoungmi Edition |
| Available | Pre-order | Yes |
What new features did Samsung unveil?
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 is a smartphone packed with features. Samsung’s One UI skin comes with plenty of added features, on top of what Android delivers on its own. We’ll talk about the most notable ones here, and do our best not to repeat some existing features/changes you’re quite familiar with.
Android 12L
Android 12L comes pre-installed on the Galaxy Z Fold 4. This is actually the very first smartphone to ship with Android 12L, in case you’re unaware. Google created Android 12L as a specialized version of its OS for large-screen devices. That includes both foldable phones and tablets.
Taskbar
With the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Samsung introduced a brand new ‘Taskbar’. Taskbar actually provides you with a layout similar to your PC. It allows you to quickly access your favorite and most recent apps, making you more productive in the process. Do note that this feature is supported on the main screen only.
Multitasking
Multitasking has also been improved on the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Not only because of the ‘Taskbar’, but the new swipe gestures Samsung introduced. You can instantly switch full-screen apps to pop-up windows or enter the split-screen mode. In order to use the new swipe gestures for multitasking, though, you’ll need to activate ‘Labs’ in the phone’s settings.
Improved cameras
The Galaxy Z Fold 4 was announced with the improved camera hardware. The main improvement is in the main camera, as a newer 50-megapixel sensor is used here. It comes with larger pixels, and this sensor allows for 23 percent more light to enter a scene. Samsung also says that image processing has been improved, and that is especially true for low-light scenarios.
Less visible under-display camera
The Galaxy Z Fold 3 was the company’s first smartphone with an under-display camera. That camera was still kind of visible, though, and looked quite odd at the same time. Well, Samsung decided to improve things in that department and claims that the under-display camera is now less visible than before. You can still see it, though.
What accessories are available?
Samsung launched several accessories alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 4, one case, and two S Pen accessories, at least in the US. You can read more about them below.
Standing Cover with S Pen
The Standing Cover with S Pen is the only case currently available for the Galaxy Z Fold 4. It comes with the S Pen, and a holster for it. It also has an adjustable kickstand to hold your screen up to a comfortable angle of 55 degrees. Graygreen, Black, and Sand color options are available, while the case is priced at $89.99.
Buy the Standing Cover with S Pen (Samsung.com)
S Pen Fold Edition
The S Pen Fold Edition is Samsung’s S Pen stylus which is optimized for the Galaxy Z Fold 4. It has a precise 1.5mm tip, and low latency for easy and accurate writing, sketching, and drawing. It’s available in a black color only. This S Pen is priced at $49.99.
Buy the S Pen Fold Edition (Samsung.com)
S Pen Pro
The S Pen Pro is a more advanced offering from Samsung, in comparison to the S Pen. How? Well, this one comes with Bluetooth built-in. That way, you can use it as a remote as well. The S Pen Pro can be yours for $99.99.
Buy the S Pen Pro (Samsung.com)
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Updated on February 16, 2024:
Samsung has started rolling out a new security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. Users in the US are now getting the February 2024 Android security update. The rollout is staged, and it’s coming over-the-air (OTA). It is now rolling out to factory-unlocked models. This update comes with a firmware version ‘F936U1UES4EXAD’, and the rollout started on Metro PCS and T-Mobile networks, but it will soon spread to other carriers. This update fixes 72 security vulnerabilities, but it doesn’t bring any new features, as expected.
Updated on March 12, 2024: (March security update)
Samsung has started rolling out a new Android security patch to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. We’re looking at the Android security patch for March. It is coming with three dozen Android OS security fixes and nine Galaxy fixes. The update is not that big at all, and it is rolling out OTA (over-the-air). This update is coming with a firmware build number F936USQS4EXBD, and it’s rolling out in stages, of course. Some of you probably already got it, while others will get it soon. The rollout is limited to carrier-locked units at the moment, but that will change soon. It’s possible it already did by the time you see this.
Updated on April 16, 2024: (April security update)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is getting the Android security update for April as we speak. it’s rolling out to the US and various international markets. Fixes for over 40 vulnerabilities are included with this update. Do note that this is not a One UI 6.1 update, however. That update is coming, with its belonging features, though you’ll likely have to wait until early May 2024 in order to get it. Do note that this April update is rolling out in stages, so you may have to wait a bit in order to get it.
Updated on May 6, 2024: (One UI 6.1)
Samsung has started rolling out a new update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4, One UI 6.1. This update brings several AI features to the phone, the ones that the company introduced with the Galaxy S24 series. Those features include Live Translate, Interpreter, Generative Edit, Circle to Search, Chat Assist, Note Assist, AI Wallpaper, and more. We’re not sure all of them are included, but at least the vast majority of them are. The update weighs over 2GB. The rollout started in South Korea, but it’s spreading to other markets.
Updated on May 15, 2024:
Samsung has started rolling out a new update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4, just days after the One UI 6.1. This is a rather small update that likely brings some bug fixes, that’s it. In regards to the US, One UI 6.1 is rolling out to the Galaxy Z Fold 4 in that region too. It’s rolling out to both carrier-locked and unlocked variants. For the locked models the firmware number is F936USQU4FXE3, while it’s F936U1UEU4FXE3 for the unlocked units. This update does bring various Galaxy AI features to the device, in case you were wondering. You’ll be getting Circle to Search, Live Translate, Chat Assist, Interpreter, Note Assist, Transcript Assist, Browsing Assist, Generative Edit, Generative Wallpaper, enhanced battery protection, and more. The update is rolling out in stages, of course.
Updated on June 14, 2024: (June 2024 security update)
Samsung has started rolling out its new security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. This update is for June 2024, and it doesn’t really bring any new features to the table. The phone got plenty of those with One UI 6.1 update. This update is all about security improvements. The update itself addresses 59 vulnerabilities, which includes a major Galaxy flaw. The update size may vary from one version to the next, but it’s not a huge update. It has started rolling in some regions, including the US. So, just sit tight and wait for your phone to let you know there’s an update you can install. You can go check yourself too, of course, through the Settings.
Updated on August 9, 2024: (August 2024 security update)
Samsung has started rolling out a new security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4, one for August 2024. The rollout has started in the US, but it will quickly spread to other markets. This update is also coming to a number of other foldables from the company. It fixed around 50 critical, high, and moderate-level security vulnerabilities. Also, do no that the rollout is staged, so it may take a while for the update to reach your phone.
Updated on September 20, 2024: (One UI 6.1.1 update)
The One UI 6.1.1 rollout has started for the Galaxy Z Fold 4, after the software officially dropped in July. The rollout has started in South Korea, Samsung’s homeland. It will soon spread to other markets, though. This update also brings the September 2024 security patch to the device. One UI 6.1.1 does bring a number of Galaxy AI features to the Galaxy Z Fold 4, just don’t expect to get everything the Galaxy Z Fold 6 model has. You can read more about the changes here.
Updated on October 25, 2024: (October 2024 security patch)
The Android security patch for October 2024 is now rolling out to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. It’s available all over the globe at this point, including North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and more. This update fixes over 40 loopholes fond in previous versions. Google has patched up 2 critical and 28 high-lelevel security issues. Samsung added 12 of its own fixex on top of that. The update is rolling out in stages, so you may have to wait a bit to get it. Your phone will let you know once it’s available.
Updated on December 20, 2024: (December 2024 security patch)
Samsung has started pushing out the December 2024 security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. This update does not bring any new features to the table, but it does bring security improvements. It fixes over 80 vulnerabilities and weighs around 400MB. Samsung says that there are over 60 high-risk vulnerabilities fixed here, including five critical ones. Do note that while the update has started rolling out, it is rolling out in stages, and periodically expands its reach to new markets. So it may be a while before you get it on your device, you’ll have to be patient.
Updated on January 24, 2025: (January 2025 security patch)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 is now getting the January 2025 security patch. It is rolling out in many regions and fixes a total of 51 security issues. 29 vulnerabilities have been patched by Google, five of which are deemed critical. There are also 22 fixes for Samsung vulnerabilities. Do note that this update is based on Android 14, and One UI 6.1.1, One UI 7 still haven’t landed on the phone. Also, note that the update is rolling out in stages, so some of you will have to be patient. There are no additional changes included in the changelog, just the security updates.
Updated on February 25, 2025: (February 2025 security patch)
Samsung is now rolling out a new security update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4. This update is for February 2025, and it does not deliver Android 15-based One UI 7.0, in case you were wondering. The rollout has started for some variants of the phone in the US, but it’s quickly spreading to other models. Almost 30 security loopholes have been patched up by Google this time around, while Samsung has added 7 of its fixes too. The update is rolling out in stages, so be patient.