The Z Flip 7 FE is the first foldable that Samsung has introduced in its “Fan Edition” line, which provides budget-friendly alternatives to the company’s flagship Galaxy phones. At $899, it’s not quite affordable enough to compete with Motorola’s Razr, which starts at $699, but it’s a lot cheaper than the standard $1,099 Z Flip 7 model.

One nice thing about picking up the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE over the Flip 6 is that it arrives running Samsung’s latest software right out of the box. One UI 8 is based on Android 16, making Samsung a leader in embracing Google’s new release. Sure, you’ll get all that as an update on the Flip 6, too, but first is first.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 lineup is poised for its big reveal at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9, and leaks suggest the introduction of not one, but two flip-style phones: the flagship Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the more affordable Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE.