The Always On Display lock screen wallpaper on the Flip 7 may sound exciting—but for most users, it’s a feature that won’t change how you use your phone.
A New Feature That Feels Like a Miss
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 introduces a small but flashy feature: lock screen wallpapers on the Always On Display (AOD). It’s the first in the Flip series to support this on the main foldable screen, and while it’s technically impressive, it doesn’t offer much practical value—especially not for Flip 5 and Flip 6 users considering an upgrade.
Why It’s Not as Useful as It Sounds
The AOD lock screen wallpaper only works when:
- The flip is unfolded
- The screen is locked, not in active use
But here’s the problem:
- Most Flip users don’t keep their phones unfolded and idle.
- The entire appeal of the Flip series is compact, folded usability with a cover display for quick glances.
So, realistically, when would you ever see this AOD wallpaper? Not often.
It Doesn’t Work on the Cover Display
Unlike the main screen AOD wallpaper, the Flip 7’s cover display still uses the same “Tap to show for 5 seconds” wallpaper behavior found on the Flip 5 and Flip 6.
That means:
- All three models still share the same glanceable AOD experience when folded.
- There’s no exclusive cover screen wallpaper feature that makes the Flip 7 more AOD-friendly than its predecessors.
Flip 5 & Flip 6 Owners Aren’t Missing Out
If you own a Galaxy Z Flip 5 or Flip 6, you’re not being left behind in any meaningful way with this feature. Here’s why:
- The new AOD lock screen wallpaper adds little utility, and requires a usage pattern most Flip users don’t follow.
- You still get access to essential AOD tools on the cover screen, just like on the Flip 7.
In other words, this is not the killer feature that makes the Flip 7 a must-upgrade—especially not for AOD lovers.
Flip 7 Is Still a Great Phone — Just Not Because of This
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 does bring notable improvements, including:
- Better battery life
- Updated internals
- Enhanced camera software
But if you’re thinking about upgrading just for the AOD lock screen wallpaper, it’s not worth the hype. The way Samsung implemented the feature makes it more novelty than necessity.
