Top 5 AI Capabilities on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 That I Frequently Utilize

AI on smartphones can be more than just a gimmick.

In 2025, nearly every smartphone available comes equipped with AI features, but Samsung may provide the most comprehensive AI package of any manufacturer. Purchasing a flagship Samsung Galaxy device grants you access to unique Galaxy AI functionalities, refined multimodal Gemini support, and additional Google AI tools.

Given that Galaxy AI excels in several areas compared to other smartphone brands, Samsung users enjoy advantages that those using competing top Android devices do not. One UI 7 introduced excellent AI functionalities to the Samsung Galaxy S25 series earlier this year, and now, One UI 8 is doing the same for the latest Samsung foldables.

I spent the past few days thoroughly testing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and discovered five AI features that I genuinely wanted to utilize. Some are brand new while others are familiar, but if you’re considering purchasing a new Galaxy Z Flip 7 or Galaxy Z Fold 7, you should be informed about each one. In fact, many are also available on Samsung Galaxy devices in general.

Gemini Live

Before the release of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, flip phones had limited support for multimodal Gemini Live. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 lacked screen sharing and live video streaming features, and while Motorola Razr devices offered these capabilities, the experience was quite poor. With insufficient optimizations and controls concealed behind camera lenses, initiating a live video session on my Motorola Razr 2025 cover screen proved challenging.

On the other hand, the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 features a version of Gemini Live fully optimized for its cover screen. Although screen sharing isn’t an option due to the cover screen’s small size, live video sharing works effectively. After testing multimodal Gemini Live across all major Android brands, I have to say, this particular implementation may be my favorite so far.

Holding the compact flip phone while engaging in Gemini Live is advantageous, and the form factor guarantees a comfortable grip. It’s simpler to extend your arm to show Gemini Live what you see and to flip the phone around to show yourself or listen to replies as needed. You can also set the Galaxy Z Flip 7 up in tent mode while using both hands.

In my opinion, the versatility of using Gemini Live on a flip phone surpasses that of using a slab phone, which tends to be heavy and cumbersome. Specifically for flip phones, no other model has optimized Gemini as well as the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7.

AI Select

AI Select may be the most overlooked Galaxy AI feature. You can find it in the Edge Panel by swiping from the top third of the screen to access it. Once open, AI Select is the first option at the top. This tool allows you to select virtually anything on your screen using artificial intelligence and gain quick access to context-related options.

For instance, tapping an image on your screen lets you download just that photo to your device without the need to manually crop the rest. Or, if you’re viewing a flyer, AI Select can automatically add the event to your calendar. Additional functions include selecting text, creating GIFs, translating languages, or producing new content using Generative edit and Drawing assist.

Tasks that might be cumbersome on an average smartphone, like making a GIF from any video displayed on your screen, are rendered simple. It resembles Circle to Search, but instead of searching the web, you can utilize all the Galaxy AI features available on your device.

Object Eraser

While nearly every phone includes a generative edit and object removal feature, in my experience, Samsung’s Object Eraser stands out as the most impressive. Apple’s Clean Up and Google’s Magic Editor aim to achieve similar results, but I am consistently amazed at how effectively Object Eraser employs generative AI to eliminate elements from a photo and seamlessly fill in the gaps.

To evaluate Object Eraser on the Galaxy Z Flip 7, I took a photo of myself holding a Galaxy Watch 8 and attempted to erase it. This presented a challenging scenario, as it had to both fill in the gaps behind my hand and recreate the striped, textured carpet with its various colors in the background.

Although there is some loss of sharpness and texture where Object Eraser applied generative fill, it’s not immediately noticeable at first glance. This extreme example demonstrates that if you need to remove something from the background of an image, your Galaxy phone is capable of handling the task.

To use it, open a photo in the Samsung Gallery app, tap the Galaxy AI button located in the center of the toolbar, and select or circle whatever you wish to remove. It’s that straightforward.

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Why I Choose a Flip Phone Instead of a Fold: A Surprising Explanation

I’ve been a devoted fan of Fold for many years, yet the Flip has caught my attention. Even though I’m a staunch advocate for foldable devices, my fascination with this design is predominantly centered around book-style foldables. There’s just an appealing notion of having both a phone and a tablet with me wherever I go that makes my heart flutter. Nevertheless, I do recognize the charm of flip phones, such as the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Moto Razr Ultra.

However, I must confess that with the two previously mentioned flip phones, I would be dishonest if I claimed that I wasn’t at least considering one. Until recently, my last significant experience with a flip phone was with the Vivo X Flip, and prior to that, it was the Galaxy Z Flip 3.

As we approached Galaxy Unpacked, I’ve been experimenting with the Galaxy Z Flip 6 intermittently, assessing whether a flip phone could replace a foldable for me. Unlike some of my colleagues here at Android Central, I don’t perceive that happening in the near future. Still, I discovered one particular use case that continues to captivate me.

During my childhood, my handheld gaming experience was confined to a Game Boy Color, which ultimately went missing on a family trip. Following that, I had a brief engagement with the Nintendo DS before transitioning to the PSP, and then the PS Vita. This implies that I never interacted with a Game Boy Advance or its SP version.

This is where the concept of a flip phone resonates, as I have immersed myself in the realm of gaming handhelds. Last year, Anbernic unveiled the RG35XXSP, and the Miyoo Flip made its entrance just before December ended. In 2025, my collection expanded with the addition of more clamshells, including the Retroid Pocket Flip 2, Anbernic RG34XXSP, and more recently, the Powkiddy V90S arriving at my home.

If you haven’t gathered by now, I have developed a fondness for clamshell handhelds at this moment. All except the Pocket Flip 2 are custom Linux-based devices, which are fantastic for the early console days but not so much for anything more contemporary. Thus, while using the Flip 6, it occurred to me to see whether I could substitute all those with a clamshell that boasts significantly better power.

The clear advantage of a clamshell is its compactness, enabling easy sliding in and out of pockets. Additionally, there’s a reduced risk of damaging the screen as you merely close it upon completion of use. I acknowledge that this wasn’t always the scenario with flip phones, but advancements in hinge technology have improved significantly, making it less of a concern for most users.

While those Linux handhelds offer some customization options, the choices remain relatively restricted compared to Android, even with custom firmware alternatives. With this in mind, I embarked on a quest to transform the Galaxy Z Flip 6 into the ultimate Game Boy Advance SP.

The journey begins with locating the appropriate emulator, and fortunately, there is no shortage of options on Android. For Game Boy Advance alone, here are just a few of the available choices:

– Pizza Boy A
– RetroArch
– My Boy!
– GBA.emu

While there are more available, I primarily utilize two, alternating between Pizza Boy A and RetroArch. You might be curious about my reasoning, and the answer is quite simple — Pizza Boy on the main screen, RetroArch on the Cover Screen. I’ve even gone to the extent of making RetroArch my default “lock screen” shortcut for when the Flip 6 is closed.

The excitement doesn’t end there, as you can actually apply various skins from Pizza Boy, enhancing the Flip 6’s resemblance to a Game Boy Advance SP. With considerable research, a bit of time, and a touch of patience, I’ve nearly transformed the Z Flip 6 into the supreme gaming clamshell.

Regrettably, there is one issue with this arrangement — touchscreen controls are dreadful. If it goes beyond playing a puzzle game, Balatro, or for testing emulators, I generally avoid playing games using the touchscreen. Consequently, I needed to think outside the box, as there aren’t many solutions available. Luckily, I own a 3D printer, making it a matter of finding something akin to what I envisioned.

After locating the print, I was able to say goodbye to the touchscreen controls in less than an hour. Admittedly, it isn’t the flawless solution, as I would prefer something utilizing capacitive buttons to interact with the screen, thus offering a more portable option. That might be something I consider exploring in the future, but it wasn’t