Bucket Tech: Samsung Care+

With the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 now in stores, it's reasonable for shoppers to expect an enhanced level of care tailored to the unique needs of foldable devices.

The Standard Samsung Care+ plan offers essential protection for your Samsung Galaxy device, including one claim within a year, coverage for both the inner and outer screen in case of damage, eligibility for battery replacement upon claim (subject to inspection), and repairs conducted by Samsung-authorized technicians using genuine Samsung parts.

Save R1000: Pay only R999 for 1 year screen protection

To provide customers with unparalleled peace of mind, Samsung is offering a significant discount on its Samsung Care+ plan for a limited time. From July 10-to-31 October 2024, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 owners can purchase a 12-month Standard Samsung Care+ plan for just R999, representing a substantial R1000 saving on the regular R1999 price. This offer is only valid for 30 days from the date of purchase. To activate, visit https://www.samsung.com/za/offer/samsung-care-plus/.

Customers can also opt for the Premium Samsung Care+ plan, offering expanded coverage beyond the Standard plan. This includes additional protection for the screen, motherboard, liquid damage, and battery replacement (subject to repair inspection). Customers have the flexibility to choose between a two or three-year plan and can select from either a one-time or monthly payment option, starting from R169 per month.

Buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 now and get an accessories voucher of up to R2000 (Terms and Conditions apply). Additionally, you could receive up to R15 000 when you trade in your qualifying device towards the purchase of your new Galaxy Z Fold6 or Z Flip6.

Bucket Tech: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3

Todays Samsung Unpacked Event showcased their latest foldable mobile devices as well as their latest wearable and in ear accessories. We're just going to focus on the mobile devices in this post as it the most important one from the event. As the name suggests, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 are the 3rd  generation of Samsung folding devices, being the market leader in this technology, they continued to flex their muscles in this aspect with their latest devices. 

Here is a quick run down on the specifications for each device:

Galaxy Z Fold 3

The Z Fold 3 continues from its predecessor in offering the user the best of both worlds, in terms of having a mobile phone and a tablet. While the Z Fold 2 was impressive, the 3rd generation of the device just builds on from it, offering a matte finish body, with a new 12MP triple primary camera and a new under-screen selfie camera. The device which comes with Samsung's 1Ui3 which is tablet based and has app dock and improved multi-tasking capabilities. The device also supports Samsung S Pen, for ease of use. 

Galaxy Z Flip 3

The Z Flip has always been one for the fun and outgoing individual unlike the Fold which is more business orientated. The Z Flip 3 is great looking device which is available in three colours. The device now has a two-tone finish which adds to the appeal of the an already great looking phone. When opened, the device screen measures 6.7-inches and is an Infinity Flex Display with 120Hz refresh rate.

Both the Z Flip 3 and Z Fold 3 are powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 SOC and are rated IPX8 for water resistance. This making them the first folding devices with an IP rating. Both devices will be available locally from 17 September 2021 and pricing are as follows:

* Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 - R37,999

* Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 - R21,999