Techmeme Ride Home Wed. 07/09 – Samsung Unpacked
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Jul 9, 2025 Samsung unpacks their sleek new foldable phones, with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 impressively thinner and pricier at $2,000. A significant shake-up at Apple looms as a key executive announces retirement, raising questions about the future. Controversy brews over a massive bet on a betting market backfiring, sparking debates on market governance. Meanwhile, Google's Gmail introduces a feature to help users easily manage email subscriptions, streamlining inbox clutter. And should we trust AI chatbots after controversial outputs raise eyebrows?
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Samsung's Thinnest Foldable Yet
- Samsung has made the Galaxy Z Fold 7 the thinnest, lightest foldable phone since 2020 with a major hardware upgrade.
- It features an 8.9mm thickness closed, IP48 rating, and a new 200MP camera system, redefining foldable phone usability.
Samsung's Foldables: Slimmer & Smarter
- The Galaxy Z Flip 7 combines a slimmer design with a larger battery and new AI features directly accessible from the Flex window.
- The Flip 7 FE provides a more affordable foldable option by trimming premium extras but keeping core functionalities.
Z Fold 7: The 'Aha' Moment
- The Galaxy Z Fold 7 finally feels like a normal phone when closed due to its thinner, lighter build and wider display.
- Despite the $2,000 price, the user experience reflects a major leap forward compared to Fold 6.