Five years have passed since Samsung introduced the first foldable Flip phone, and it seems to me like the Flip design formula has finally peaked in 2025.Like it or not, the brand-new Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the aesthetic culmination of the series, and just by looking at it, I get the feeling that there's not a lot Samsung can do to shake things up for future models.The Galaxy Z Flip 7 could be the last major design upgrade for the Flip family. It could take Samsung years to release a new Flip model with a revolutionary aesthetic.If I were to make a prediction, I'd say that the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and sequels will only be incremental, polished versions of the Flip 7 — at least for a few years moving forward.Where could Samsung go next?Unless Samsung somehow decides to rewrite the formula from the ground up, forthcoming Galaxy Z Flip models have only one way to go: thinner everything.In other words, although Galaxy Z Flip 7 sequels may end up looking rather uninspired, they might get slimmer, have marginally thinner bezels, and maybe even smaller camera cutouts. But their lineage will trace back to the Galaxy Z Flip 7.As for invisible cameras, UDC (Under-Display Camera) technology has so far failed to replace standard cameras, so I don't see the Flip's main cameras going completely stealthy anytime soon (or ever). The Galaxy Z Fold 7 moved away from UDC, and nobody knows if or when the technology will make a comeback.What's the bright side?Because the Galaxy Z Flip 7 leaves barely any room for future models to introduce exciting design changes, Samsung may have to rely on improving the Flip 7's sequels through other means.Internal hardware will evolve, as it does every year, and Samsung may put even more effort into developing new software features. The company will likely continue to emphasize the integration of Galaxy AI with the cover screen, offering an alternative smartphone experience unlike any other. And of course, without having to spend as many resources on aesthetic improvements, increased durability could become an even greater selling point for future Flip models.We've seen this happen when the Galaxy S series' design peaked, and it took a brand-new model — the Galaxy S25 Edge — to shake things up a bit. The Galaxy Z Flip series will evolve with every new Flip 7 sequel, but future models may look more or less the same for the next few years.All in all, five years after the first Flip, the lineup has matured. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 might be one of the most important models in the series for what it represents. But for now, the revolution is probably over.Of course, this is just one opinion, and the near future could look different. Only time will tell. Browse the latest Galaxy Z Flip 7 offers Buy Now The post Galaxy Z Flip 7 might be the last big design upgrade for years appeared first on SamMobile.