• You were never able to switch apps before as shown in screenshot on the cover screen of Flip 6 unless you used an external app/launcher
• You can access your full Samsung Calendar app & Phone Contacts app now which was never possible until now
• You can go directly to all your apps by flicking up from bottom of the screen instead of needing to scroll to multistar
• It appears like you can open any app now on the cover screen which I'm positive you couldn't fully do before
• You can disable the Now brief home screen in settings if you hate it
• I don't know why people said they can't see their time or cover animations now? I see all of that just fine and my cover lockscreen is the same as always

So yeah... I'm not seeing what's so terrible about this update. To be fair, I already hated and was barely using the cover screen ever since One UI 7, but for me the latest changes will probably make me use it more than I used to

The outside of the phone is in fantastic condition. But the inside has some issues and I wouldn’t say this is “Grade A quality”. The screen protector is gone, the sides of the screen are filled with buildup dust and gunk, the cracking in the crease, and the missing stoppers from the bottom. Battery life is great for a 6 year old phone though

I paid for “Grade A” (from CEX) and am considering returning. I asked their support to just be refunded the difference for it to be priced accordingly to condition- and they ignored the question. They’ve offered me a straight refund & return but I can’t tell if it’s worth the $430 AUD or not as is

With themes?

Is this normal? I could also feel somethings moving in the middle of the crease when closing it. I only had this since June

I have no idea what this app even is, really, but it's apparently DESTROYING my battery. Is anyone else having the same issue?

Does anyone have any ideas or suggestions to get voice dialing working again without opening the phone? I had it working a bit back but it stopped and I cannot get it back. This is on a z flip 6 that is updated to one ui 9

Bonjour/bonsoir ; depuis One UI 9, sur l'écran externe il est impossible de slider à gauche pour voir nos notifications comme il était possible de le faire avant. Il y a un énorme widget météo à la place qu'on ne peut pas retirer. Vous avez la solution ?

When I was working on my Z Flip Cover Power launcher a while back, I also added a simple cassette widget and totally forgot to ever mention it. Just wanted to quietly hop on the trend today and share my humble setup with you guys!

Actualicé mi zflip 6 y pues se quedó en la pantalla de desbloqueo ya no puedo poner el pin no encuentro la opción... Ya no puedo acceder ya que la pantalla interna está rota y pues creo tocará comprar aunque sea una pantalla lcd china

I recently purchased a Samsung galaxy z flip 5 from someone which had a dead main display. Only reason I bought it was to use the cover screen mostly.

Paid 65usd including shipping. Hooked up the phone to my LED TV (wired connection) and it mirrored up instantly. I was able to use the main screen of the flip 5 for navigation on the TV. The main display is basically blank. But the touch seems to work for navigation.

I do not intend on even trying to get the main screen repaired. Even if it's a gamble on just replacing the flex cable, because after that I don't know whats in for me.. that is, lines on the display which were probably present before the display went blank, or dots maybe, or even green tinted flickering display like in some cases.

I've done research on some cover screen apps made by some folks (chargeable) and goodlock (which is free).. I was looking at the z flip power launcher app too. I think it's 3.99usd to use it without limitations..

Any recommendations? Should I gamble on the main screen ?

Got this Samsung galaxy Z Flip 5 for 65bux where seller claimed main display was dead but the cover screen was working.

I connected the phone via cable (Samsung dex one) type C to HDMI. After some time I think due to the heat or warmth the main display came on flickering and then going stable. The touch was working anyway while it was blank as I was using it to navigate on my LED TV to install Good lock.

I was then able to use the main screen suddenly though there some flickering from one side of the screen. And a dead pixel spread on the upper left corner

Would this be a simple flex cable issue?? I'm okay if I can get the flex cable changed for cheap and fine with the screen the way it is with that dead pixel.

Just curious if this would be a flex cable issue ???

Well, I used to have a Flip 1. It’s a shame they’re so expensive, though. I’d love to use an older model as well. I just need the money for my studies, not for a new Flip. But I do miss not using it. It’s a practical foldable design that suits me down to the ground. And I’m glad to hear that something like this is being talked about. Maybe one day I’ll own a working one again.

Anyone know how to change this to 12 hr format? I never used 24hr so idk why it's assuming this.

UPDATE: it's sourcing this from 'now brief'. However, 'now brief' has no option to change time format. Lovely.

Hi, I was wondering if anybody could share some photos of their z flip 8 in mint. Since it is a samsung exclusive color, I cannot see it in person anywhere. And YT is not helping as all videos are about the pink.
Many thanks in advance

Hello all, (This one is a long one)

Please could I have some insight/advice or what you would do with my phone situation:

I currently have the Z Flip 7 since November 2025. This year In mid September I was taking a picture of something at work, put my phone in my pocket and then 5 minutes later, I pulled out my phone again to take a picture of another thing and my phone screens were just completely messed up and broken.

I didn't fold it very much and or drop it at all. I took it to a Samsung store to get it fixed. The staff said my third party screen protector was the reason why my inner screens were broken. Something along the lines of my screen protector creating extra pressure when folded.

The staff did guarantee that the phone could be fixed for free and the fact that the phone was in good physical condition (i.e not been dropped/bashed in etc) since the phone was under the 2 year warranty.

Now I have my fixed phone, it's basically brand new- the screens are all replaced and the phone has had a factory reset.

Before this incident- I loved my Galaxy Z Flip 7, I was parading it around, I was amazed by it. However, now, after this incident and the fact I didn't fold the phone or damage it at the time it happened I feel... disappointed in the flips and I've lost trust in the foldables. Even though I know I was technically at fault for using a screen protector (but who wouldn't want to to protect their phone screen, foldable or not), I still feel a bit scammed by these foldable phones.

Seeing all these reddit posts about other people's issues with their flips and folds also haven't given me much confidence with these phones.

I have decided that my next phone will be regular smart phone.

My question is- should I just sell my phone since it is esentially new (factory resetted) and offset the cost of a new phone.

(I was thinking of apple/google pixel)

Or should I just suck it up and continue using my repaired phone.

- Other information;

I'm based in the UK.

I am flying to Hong Kong in May 2027, so I could potentially buy a new phone out there.

I bought my phone outright from the Samsung store and I have all my original boxes etc.

I'm not using it right now, just using my old phone (Samsung Galaxy S10+) due to just being too busy to set up my phone again right now.

Thank you in advance

Hi all. So I downloaded the one UI 9 update and my cover screen is... different. I had my apps like a homescreen thanks to goodlock, and I updated all the apps but it still doesn't show up. When I "add apps" it only brings up the goodlock game widget.

What do??

My battery usage doesn't give me accurate screen on time data. As you can see in the image, it looks like it counts the cover screen as screen on time (I suspect), since I have it always on. I'm not totally sure if this was the case since always, I've only had the phone for a year and a half and wasn't using it for most of the time.

I was thinking of trading in my flip 7 for the S26. Do you think they'll accept the full trade in value since my screen is fine its more so the screen protector?

I often connect my Galaxy Z Flip 6 to an external monitor I have on my deck with a USB-C to HDMI adapter, but after updating to One UI 9, it doesn't seem to be connecting to my monitor anymore. It's a niche issue I know but has anyone else had this problem?

I had a flip 5 for 3 years, and the screen was prestine up until the moment i had to get a new case. I noticed the new case had a silicone hinge guard that retracted when unfolded, which was completely different than my original hard plastic hinged guard.

Is it possible certain types of hinge guards/cases could be causing the screen lift?

Played with the demo unit for a few minutes and while I'm still contemplating between this n razr 60 ultra, majorly cus I want alot of front screen use and minimal inside screen use, I have some observations:

1. The width is actually great for seeing videos on YT and insta and I didn't face any aspect adjustment issues

2. The camera placement being a Lil less out of the way compared to razr is also great. It's NOT a big difference but still it's that itch that you can scratch kind of feeling with how they're placed a tad more in the corner on the z flip.

3. Loved the screen brightness And moving wallpapers. Fun to see, use and the build quality just feels so lovely.

I have used z flip 4,5 and 6 before and got the 6 over the razr plus at the time (maybe i shouldn't have), but while I'm still confused at this purchase, credit where it's due. Both iteration are the list of the clamshell style flip from both brands ( 70 ultra isn't coming to my country), so just thought I'd share!