Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 might get DeX support

Samsung DeX allows Galaxy phones and tablets to turn into desktop PCs. A number of flagship phones from the past five years support it with one major absence - the Flip series. According to SamMobile, this is about to change, and the upcoming Z Flip5 will finally have the feature, effectively making it the smallest device to support DeX.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 renders

The source does not reveal any details about the feature or whether older clamshell foldables will receive the feature through a software update. We can assume that it will work in all ways DeX operates with current devices: with a compatible HDMI cable or wirelessly with TVs and monitors that support Miracast. On PC you only need a USB cable, provided the OS is Windows 10 or Windows 11.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 renders

Another uncertainty is about the compatibility of the Dex Pad and Dex Station. While the current and probably future Flip phones can physically plug into the accessories’ USB-C port, they still need software support. Still, being able to use the Z Flip on a big screen for productivity apps would be one more way to make the foldable more attractive to a larger crowd.

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