Ahead of the Olympic Games in Paris in 2024, Samsung has announced the Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition, a special edition of its most recent foldable smartphone. This special edition, shown at Samsung's Unpacked event in France, is made especially for athletes and enhances the Olympic experience by fusing cutting-edge technology from the brand with distinctive design aspects.
The Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition stands out with a striking yellow colorway, adorned with the Olympic rings and Paralympic agitos in gold. It features an exclusive Flipsuit Case designed by Parisian luxury brand Berluti, known for dressing Team France for the Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony. The case, made from Venezia leather, boasts a unique patina with vibrant colors inspired by the Olympic rings, celebrating the spirit and values of the Games.
In this regard, Samsung maintains its sponsorship of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, a partnership which has been for over three decades. Since the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Samsung has been making athletes specific devices; Samsung has launched the Flip6 Olympic Edition today which shall be provided to almost 17320 athletes before it hits the market.
Stephanie Choi, EVP and Head of Marketing for Samsung's Mobile eXperience Business, emphasized the impact of this initiative: "We are honored to deliver our newest Galaxy innovation to the inspiring athletes of Paris 2024 - and give them the opportunity to experience the powerful and intelligent Galaxy Z Flip6 firsthand, even before its official market launch."
For the first time, the Olympic Edition includes Galaxy AI, designed to elevate the athletes' experience from the moment they arrive in Paris. Notable AI features include live translation of phone calls in 16 languages, an interpreter for real-time conversation translation, and a composer tool for drafting emails and social media posts using simple keywords. These innovations aim to foster communication, productivity, and creativity, making it easier for athletes to connect, share, and capture memorable moments.
Each Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition comes with an eSIM providing 100 GB of 5G data courtesy of Orange, and two years of Samsung's international warranty. To ensure athletes can navigate the Games smoothly, the phone is pre-loaded with several official apps, including the Paris 2024 app, Athlete 365 platform, Transport Accred app, and Samsung Wallet. The Wallet includes passes for free beverages at vending machines and unlimited complimentary public transport access, courtesy of partnerships with Coca-Cola and IDFM, Paris' public transport company.
In a historic first, athletes will be allowed to use their Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition on the podium to capture victory selfies, with Samsung's technology sorting and uploading these moments in real-time to Athlete365, allowing athletes to share their achievements instantly.
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The Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition will be showcased at various locations across Paris, including the OlympicTM rendezvous @ Samsung. Athletes will receive their customized phones starting July 18, ahead of the Opening Ceremony at the Seine River, which will be broadcasted using Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphones through a dedicated 5G network.
Samsung's commitment to enhancing the athlete experience through innovative technology is evident in the features and exclusive benefits of the Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition. This special edition not only symbolizes excellence and unity but also provides practical tools to help athletes make the most of their time in Paris.
Specifications:
Display - 6.7-inch foldable AMOLED
Processor - Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB
Camera - Dual 12MP rear, 10MP front
Battery - 3,300mAh
Connectivity - 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
Operating System - Android 13 with One UI 5.1
Color - Striking yellow with gold Olympic rings and Paralympic agitos
Additional Features - Galaxy AI, eSIM with 100 GB 5G data, pre-loaded Paris 2024 apps, Samsung Wallet with special passes
With its distinctive combination of technology, style, and special features, Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip6 Olympic Edition is a tribute to the company's commitment to innovation and support for Olympic and Paralympic athletes, providing them with an enhanced gaming experience throughout the Games.
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