Recently, rumors have started circulating about a unique Samsung device – the Retro Edition of the Galaxy Z Flip 5. While these rumors may have seemed unreliable at first, new reports from South Korea are providing more information. According to a report from news1 cited by SamMobile, the alleged Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro Edition is expected to be released on November 1.
Sources state that this device will have a limited release in South Korea through various Samsung channels, including the Samsung Universe pop-up store in Seoul, Samsung Online Store, and Samsung Store in Gangnam.
The Retro Edition of the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is said to pay homage to the Samsung SGH-E700 phone, which was released 20 years ago. It will feature the same dark blue and silver color combination as the SGH-E700. The SGH-E700, launched in 2003, was referred to as the “Benz Phone” and was highly praised by a newspaper in Norway as “the Mercedes Benz of cell phones.”
For those of you who may not remember what the SGH-E700 looks like, here is a reminder:
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The SGH-E700 was Samsung’s first phone with an internal antenna and an external OLED color screen. It also allowed users to capture selfies and became Samsung’s first mobile phone to reach sales figures of over 10 million units.
Now, let’s take a look at the renders for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro Edition that were mentioned earlier, courtesy of MSPowerUser:
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According to these renders, the phone will have a pastel blue color on the rear and silver on the sides. The back will have a matte finish, while the side rails will be made of aluminum. The rest of the phone will resemble the regular Galaxy Z Flip 5, including a large 3.4-inch OLED cover screen, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, and no changes to the dual-camera setup. Other specifications such as the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 For Galaxy processor, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage, and a 3,700mAh battery will remain similar to the Galaxy Z Flip 5.
Overall, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro Edition is an exciting device that combines a touch of nostalgia with modern technology. Stay tuned for more updates on its release and availability.
