ZTE's Nubia brand has unveiled the Nubia Flip 2: a foldable smartphone designed with more premium features, such as a larger cover screen, improved chipset, and AI-powered tools.

Recently certified at TENAA, the device has been announced in Japan and is slated to be available on Jan. 23 for around $410.

Premium Foldable Design and Display

Nubia Flip 2 Finally Arrives in Japan: New Foldable Boasts

Nubia Flip 2 continues what the brand says: innovation at its best foldable smartphone level. According to Gadgets 360, the big main screen stretches across 6.9-inch of AMOLED, in Full HD+, and a punch-hole camera setup is located centrally positioned at the center of the notch.

The entire rear side panel isn't seen when folded inward. Instead of the rear side-mounted fingerprint, a side scanner works as an inbuilt Power button.

Outside, Nubia Flip 2 features a cover screen measuring 3 inches, with a 682 x 422 pixel resolution. Although it is primarily for quick glances at notifications and basic app navigation, Nubia hasn't confirmed which apps will function entirely on the smaller screen.

Seeing Through the Lens of Flip 2

The Nubia Flip 2 sports a dual-camera system at the back:

• 50 MP primary camera for high-resolution photos.
• 2 MP depth camera for beautiful bokeh portrait snaps.
• The rear camera consists of a 32 MP selfie camera on the principal display for great-quality image and video shooting.

Dimensity 7300X Chipset

The MediaTek Dimensity 7300X chipset, customized for dual-screen smartphones, serves as the soul of the Nubia Flip 2. Paired with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, it ensures that running multiple applications in the background should not be an issue, with performance being pretty good.

The OS is Android 14, hence, right off the box comes with all software features.

Battery and Charging Efficiency

The device has a 4,300 mAh battery, supporting fast-charging PD 3.0, which can help power the phone from 0 to 100% in just 55 minutes. This allows the Nubia Flip 2 to keep up with busy users without experiencing prolonged downtime.

Durability and Water Resistance

As per GSM Arena, the Nubia Flip 2 has IPX2-rated waterproofing against droplets of water and IP4X-certified protection against objects larger than 1mm in diameter. As it is not fully waterproof, these features offer a degree of ruggedness over its elegant folding design.

Daily Convenience with AI-Powered Features

Nubia integrates multiple AI capabilities on the Flip 2 to add usability to this device:

• A local app assistant, such as Line, which is native to Japan, for smooth integration with popular services.
• AI replies for missed calls or lost devices so that communication is not disrupted.

Color Options and Price

The Nubia Flip 2 is available in three colors: Black, White, and Blue. It is priced at JPY 64,080, which is around $410. It is a great value for a foldable smartphone.

The Nubia Flip 2 is going to hit the markets in Japan through Yahoo! Mobile, starting from January 23. With such competitive pricing and advanced features along with an amazing design concept, the Nubia Flip 2 is likely going to be seen competing in the market of foldable smartphones.

If you're running out of options for a budget-friendly foldable phone,
Nubia Flip 2 gets the job done. It is perfect for those who want to experience foldable technology without breaking the bank.