Galaxy Z Flip FE Nears Launch as Samsung’s First Foldable Fan Edition Passes FCC
Affordable foldable joins Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 at upcoming Unpacked event in July
Galaxy Z Flip FE gets FCC approval
Samsung is preparing for a major hardware showcase at its Unpacked event in early July 2025, and a new development signals that the company’s first foldable Fan Edition device, the Galaxy Z Flip FE, is nearly ready for launch.
- The device, carrying model number SM-F761U, has officially passed FCC certification in the United States as of June 9, clearing a major regulatory hurdle.
- This move suggests the Galaxy Z Flip FE will be available for sale in the U.S. shortly after its debut.
A more accessible foldable experience
The Galaxy Z Flip FE is expected to be a budget-friendly version of Samsung’s popular flip-style foldable phones, designed to make foldables more accessible without sacrificing key features.
- According to the FCC listing, it supports Wi-Fi 6e, NFC, wireless charging, and a wide range of 5G bands including n77 and n78.
- NFC support confirms compatibility with Samsung Pay and Google Pay, ensuring full mobile payment functionality.
Galaxy Z Fold 7 also clears FCC
Alongside the Flip FE, Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 has also received FCC certification under model number SM-F966B, passing on June 6.
- The Fold 7 is set to include Ultra-Wideband (UWB) for advanced connectivity, Wi-Fi 6e, and will run on a Qualcomm chipset, confirming its flagship status.
Unpacked July 2025: A triple foldable launch
Samsung’s Unpacked 2025 event, reportedly held in New York City, is shaping up to be one of the company’s biggest yet.
- With the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and now the Galaxy Z Flip FE in the lineup, Samsung is offering more flexibility across price points for fans of foldable technology.
- The addition of a Fan Edition foldable reflects Samsung’s effort to broaden foldable adoption by making it more affordable and mainstream.
