The question that remains for many is: Are foldable smartphones really ready for the prime time. Are these devices ready to become users' primary device and the next major form factor, moving beyond experimental tag? The answer to this is a Big Yes when it comes to Galaxy Z Flip 3.

Improved design, Solid performance, Unique form factor

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The cheapest folding phone yet, Durability improvements and IPX8 water-resistance, Blisteringly fast performance

Battery life could be better, Main screen still feels fragile

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 got improvements in every area. From price to durability and everything in between.

Bigger & more usable Cover Display, Main Display is now 120Hz, Incredibly low $999 price, IPX8 rated for water resistant, More durable overall

Battery life is not great, Cameras are just OK, Still very tall, slightly awkward to use

The Galaxy Z Flip 3 is Samsung’s best shot at making a foldable phone mainstream in a meaningful way. It’s not outrageously priced – in fact, the phone costs less than the iPhone 12 Pro.

I love the Galaxy Z Flip 3. There are drawbacks – battery and camera primarily, though durability is in there too – but Samsung has absolutely nailed the aesthetic and functionality of this form factor.

Stunning design, Waterproof, Competitive pricing, Customisable colours

No telephoto lens, Limited battery, Still some durability concerns

While it's a shame that picture and sound quality haven't been upgraded, the iPhone 13 was great in these regards and the iPhone 14 is, too Excellent display Admirable headphone performance Solid build quality No upgrades to picture or sound Familiar design Notch is still present

Although not a giant leap forward compared to its predecessor, the Z Flip 3 is a much more fluidly designed device, with that front screen now beautifully integrated. It's the best flip phone we've seen to date (sorry Moto Razr) - and with a price tag to tackle 'normal' flagships head-on, it'll certainly turn some minds around, despite a few inevitable compromises that are part and parcel of a foldable device.

Larger front screen is much better looking and more neatly integrated; The tidiest flip phone design of any maker to date; Plenty of power and sturdy software;

Largely similar to predecessor; Screen coating is unavoidably reflective and ongoing 'crease' issues remain; No under panel camera (UPC) - as seen in Z Fold 3;

Samsung's new foldables are formidable thanks to improved mechanics and refined designs....

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 is probably the best clamshell foldable phone out there right now - not that that says much with the limited competition - though it doesn’t present any major changes to its predecessor.

Just ‘expensive’, not ‘very expensive’, Flip design feels durable

Still feels wide in the hand, Cameras aren’t fantastic

Until now folding phones have only really been for people who have far too much money. £1600? Sure. Damage the fragile screen after six months? Just buy another one, the bank account made that much in interest last month.