Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip 7 Olympic Edition, a special version of its flagship foldable smartphone. Designed exclusively for athletes participating in the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics 2026, this limited-edition handset combines high-end technology with exclusive digital features tailored for Olympians and Paralympians.
Launch
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 Olympic Edition was revealed by Samsung on Tuesday, just ahead of the games scheduled to begin on February 6, 2026. As part of its long-standing partnership with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Samsung will distribute this exclusive model to around 3,800 athletes from approximately 90 countries.
This initiative reflects Samsung’s continued support for international sporting events and its role as a worldwide Olympic partner.
Features
The Olympic Edition model comes with a number of exclusive features, beyond its unique design. Athletes receiving the device will get:
- Samsung and Olympic logos on the rear panel
- A limited-edition blue colourway
- Pre-installed fitness tracking app for monitoring training and vitals
- 5G eSIM with 100GB of data
- A Galaxy Athlete Card, allowing athletes to create digital profiles, exchange contacts, and collect game cards
- Access to Athlete365, IOC Hotline, Olympic Games app, and PinQuest
- Galaxy AI Now Brief, integrated with Olympics news and updates
These features are tailored to help Olympians stay connected, informed, and health-focused during their time at the games.
Specifications
In terms of hardware, the Olympic Edition of the Galaxy Z Flip 7 remains identical to the standard variant launched globally in July 2025. The phone’s key specifications include:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Main Display | 6.9-inch Full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Cover Display | 4.1-inch Super AMOLED |
| Processor | Exynos 2500 (3nm, in-house chipset) |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage Options | 256GB / 512GB |
| Launch Price (India) | Rs. 1,09,999 (base 12GB + 256GB) |
Despite being a special edition, Samsung has not introduced any hardware differences between the Olympic and regular models, ensuring performance parity across both.
Software
The Galaxy Z Flip 7 Olympic Edition runs Samsung’s latest One UI based on Android 16, and includes several apps designed specifically for the Olympic experience. These include:
- Athlete365 for Olympic updates and competition briefs
- Galaxy AI Now Brief for real-time summaries
- Olympic Games app for event schedules and results
- IOC Hotline for support
- PinQuest, an Olympic-themed interactive game
These software additions provide athletes with tools to stay engaged and informed while enhancing their overall experience at the games village.
Availability
The Olympic Edition is not available for commercial sale. It will be exclusively provided to participating Olympians and Paralympians. However, its announcement signals Samsung’s ongoing innovation in combining tech with sports and may set the tone for future limited-edition releases in the consumer market.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 Olympic Edition showcases how the brand is blending advanced foldable technology with global events. By equipping athletes with powerful tools for connectivity, health tracking, and engagement, Samsung continues to reinforce its role as a tech leader on the world stage.
FAQs
Who gets the Galaxy Z Flip 7 Olympic Edition?
It will be given to 3,800 Olympians and Paralympians.
Is the Olympic Edition different in specs?
No, it shares specs with the regular Flip 7 model.
Does it include exclusive apps?
Yes, it includes apps like Athlete365 and PinQuest.
Will the Olympic Edition be sold to public?
No, it is not available for commercial sale.
What’s the Flip 7 Olympic Edition’s RAM?
It comes with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB storage.
