The news is out: DeX is finally on the Z Flip! For far too long, the chic Z Flip line simply felt like it was lacking that last piece of the trifecta puzzle. While some tech reviewers are focusing on what isn't there – the lack of shiny new DeX features – I'm looking at the bigger picture: DeX on the Z Flip 7 is a game-changer, especially for Africa.

Affordability Meets Productivity Potential

Let's be honest, traditional laptops are expensive. For most aspiring entrepreneurs and creators across Africa, the $250 price tag is a deal breaker. Then factor in the cost of repairs, software licenses and the never-ending risk of theft. The Z Flip 7 combined with DeX, both on a phone that fits in your pocket, provide an incredibly attractive option. It’s an even lower-cost, more portable entry point into a very productive, PC-like experience.

Think about this: a young graphic designer in Nairobi can use their Z Flip 7 for everyday tasks – calls, social media, snapping photos – and then, with a simple connection to a monitor and keyboard, transform it into a workstation capable of handling design software, managing client communications, and building their freelance business. That's not just convenience; that's empowerment. It’s not just about connecting people, it’s about democratizing access to the tools they need to compete and thrive in the global digital economy.

I’m personally in the deep end of DeFi and NFTs on a daily basis. Whether managing my crypto assets on my laptop or tablet, it feels secure and familiar as I’m with using my phone. That’s a big win! Now, picture doing that actual traveling education work on blockchain and NFTs — with everything you need to be productive, a Z Flip 7 running DeX! The possibilities are truly exciting.

From Phone to Powerhouse, Wirelessly Too

Tech purists can argue the lack of “Snap Layouts” all day. Regardless, we should be impressed at the sheer flexibility of DeX on the Z Flip 7. Sure, yes—wired connections are probably much more stable, particularly for intensive use. But the wireless option? That's pure freedom.

  • Home Office: Connect to your TV and use a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse for a comfortable workstation.
  • Coffee Shop Hustle: Use DeX with AR glasses like the Xreal Air 2 Pro for a private, focused workspace anywhere.
  • On-the-Go Presentations: Easily connect to a projector for presentations without needing a bulky laptop.

I have experienced—and had my mind blown by—the creativity, innovation, and scrappiness of African entrepreneurs. Provide them with a flexible tool, and they’ll do things with it that we never considered. The Z Flip 7 with DeX as a fallback isn’t even the springboard; it’s the springboard for innovation.

Bridging the Digital Divide, One Flip at a Time

We often write here about the digital divide. Most of the solutions proposed are top down solutions—not ones that address the true needs of the residents they represent back home. Bass Basement DeX on the Z Flip 7 provides the bottom-up perspective.

It's not just about access to technology. It's about access to opportunity. It’s about meeting the needs of today, while empowering every individual to build their own economic pathway. It’s about a visionary alternative future where creative and critical young Africans are free and dynamic producers of technology.

The Z Flip 7 with DeX isn’t the end-all, be-all of mobile computing, but it’s a huge leap in the right direction. It’s a powerful tool that, in the right hands, can help ignite a mobile office revolution throughout Africa. And I, for one, am dying to see what will happen next. It's a missed opportunity that Samsung didn't add new features, but with the right update, it can change the game.