I shouldn't need CoverScreen OS to rotate apps on the front of my Galaxy Z Flip 6, but I'm grateful for the third-party support.

New tipoffs suggest the rumored cheaper Samsung Galaxy Z Flip model could come equipped with the company’s own Exynos 2400 chipset, the same as some Galaxy S24 models.

The latest rumor comes from the leaker Jukanlosreve on X (spotted by Android Police) who stated that the Fan Edition foldable would feature an Exynos processor, specifically the Exynos 2400, which is from 2023. Jukanlosreve has been on a tipping tear since returning to that mine and, for the most part, appears to have fairly accurate reports.

If you've been waiting for a cheaper model before trying a flip phone, it looks like Samsung could finally grant your wish in 2025.

For example, the recently launched Samsung Galaxy S24 FE launched with a slightly slower processor and lower-resolution camera system than the standard Samsung Galaxy S24, at a price of $649 / £649 / AU$1,099 – a solid offer considering the $799 / £799 / AU$1,399 price tag of the latter model.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 boasts strong performance, great software, and class-leading portability, but it's dwarfed by the Galaxy S24 Ultra in the camera and battery life departments.

For the unversed, Samsung’s Galaxy FE devices are known for offering toned-down specifications and features at a more affordable price compared to their flagship counterparts. The Z Flip FE would allow Samsung to compete in the budget-friendly clamshell foldable market.

The Galaxy Z Flip FE model could include a smaller cover display, a less powerful camera system, and lower storage and RAM to achieve a more affordable price point than the premium model

The Galaxy Z Flip FE could launch next summer to compete in the more budget-friendly foldable market. Samsung has long marketed its foldables as high-end products with a premium price tag. However, rumors suggest that the company may soon introduce a budget-friendly option,