Kenya: Samsung announces global availability of its Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6 & Watch Ultra

By MWorld Team Aug 5, 20240

Samsung has announced the global availability of Galaxy Z Fold6, Z Flip6, Galaxy Watch Ultra, Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Buds3 series and the Galaxy Ring.

The devices will retail at Ksh 264,000 for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 256GB while the Galaxy Z Flip 6 will go for Kshs. 148,000. Customers who pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will receive a slim S-pen case while those who pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip 6 will receive a flip suite case set.

Galaxy Z Fold6 & Flip6 specifications

	GALAXY Z FOLD 6	GALAXY Z FLIP 6
Network	2G/3G/4G/5G	2G/3G/4G/5G
Operating system	Android 14, One UI 6.1.1	Android 14, One UI 6.1.1
Weight	239 grams	187 grams
RAM + storage	12GB + 512GB	12GB + 512GB
Screen	7.6 inch FHD+ (1856 x 2160), 120Hz, HDR10+Unfolded:153.5 x 132.6 x 5.6 mm Folded: 153.5 x 68.1 x 12.1 mm	6.7 inch FHD+ (1080 x 2640), 120Hz, HDR10+Unfolded:165.1 x 71.9 x 6.9mm Folded: 85.1 x 71.9 x 14.9 mm
Main camera	50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide) 10 MP, f/2.4 (telephoto) 12 MP, f/2.2 (ultrawide)	50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide) 12 MP, f/2.2, 123˚ (ultrawide)
Selfie camera	4 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide),Cover camera: 10 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide),	10 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide)
Video modes	8K@30fps, 4K@60fps1080p@60/120/240fps (gyro-EIS) 720p@960fps (gyro-EIS), HDR10+	4K@30/60fps1080p@60/120/240fps 720p@960fps, HDR10+
Processor	Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)	Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
GPU	Adreno 750 (1 GHz)	Adreno 750
Battery	Li-Po 4400 mAh25W wired 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless	Li-Po 4000 mAh25W wired, QC2.0 15W wireless 4.5W reverse wireless
Colours	Navy, Silver Shadow, Pink, Black, White	Yellow, Silver Shadow, Mint, Blue, Black, White, Peach

The Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch7 allow tracking of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) for the first time for a better understanding of metabolic health, while a Dual-frequency GPS system tracks location more precisely than ever for workouts in any outdoor environment from busy cities to dusty trails.

The Galaxy Ring is the newest form factor, offering Samsung powerful sensor technology in the smallest wearable yet. The distinct concave design is stylish and durable with a Titanium Grade 5 finish, built for extended wear and 24/7 health monitoring.

The wearables will be retailing as follows.

Galaxy Watch Ultra – Ksh. 73,300
Galaxy Watch 7 BT 44 – Ksh. 37,100
Galaxy Watch 7 BT 44 – Ksh. 33,700
Galaxy Watch 7 FE BT – Ksh. 25,600
Galaxy Buds Pro – Ksh. 24000
Galaxy Buds 3 – Ksh. 17,200

Making the announcement, Anthony Hutia, Head of Mobile Experience Division at Samsung Electronics East Africa said, “We’ve seen significant consumer excitement following the unveiling of our latest Galaxy devices earlier this month. By integrating the power of Galaxy AI into our versatile foldable devices as well as expanding it to our ecosystem portfolio, we are continuing our commitment to putting the potential of AI into the hands of millions around the world.”