Samsung could potentially introduce its inaugural tri-fold smartphone: Here's a sneak peek
Samsung is gearing up to join the tri-fold smartphone race with its very own invention! Here's a sneak peek at what we can expect from this upcoming device.
The Size Matters: Galaxy G Fold's Display
Leaked info suggests that Samsung's tri-fold smartphone, likely named the Galaxy G Fold, will boast a 9.9-inch display when fully unfurled. This screen size is ever-so-slightly smaller than Huawei’s Mate XT offering of 10.2 inches, but it might have some perks, such as a dual inner-folding mechanism to enhance durability and protect the display from accidents.
Charging Speed - Slow and Steady Wins the Race?
Rumors indicate that the charging capabilities of the Galaxy G Fold will stand between 23W and 24W, which is less zippy compared to the fast-charging speeds of some premium smartphones, some of which now go up to 200W!
Dollars and Cents: What Will It Cost?
The pricing for the Galaxy G Fold seems set to be a significant investment, similar to the Mate XT's launch price of around $2,800 (approximately Rs. 2,38,345).
Launch Timeline: Likely Early 2026
While the exact launch date remains unclear, whispers suggest that Samsung might unveil the Galaxy G Fold in early 2026, pushing back from previous estimates of late 2025. The device may first make its debut in select markets like China and South Korea, with a broader global release following depending on initial consumer feedback.
Stay tuned for more information on the Galaxy G Fold at Samsung's upcoming Unpacked event! Alongside the launch of this revolutionary tri-fold device, Samsung is expected to introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE.
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- In contrast to Huawei's Mate XT, Samsung's Galaxy G Fold might feature a dual inner-folding mechanism for enhanced durability, despite having a slightly smaller 9.9-inch display when fully unfurled.
- The upcoming Galaxy G Fold, expected in 2026, may share our wallet's pain with a similar price point as the Mate XT, which launched around $2,800 (approximately Rs. 2,38,345).
- Despite the rumored 23W to 24W charging capabilities for the Galaxy G Fold, there's a possibility that premium smartphones with up to 200W fast-charging speeds might outpace it.
- Although whispers suggest an early 2026 release for the Galaxy G Fold, it could initially debut in select markets such as China and South Korea, with a broader global launch following based on consumer feedback.
- As Samsung's Unpacked event approaches, excitement is growing not just about the launch of the Galaxy G Fold, but also the reveal of the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, all slated for 2026. [Source 1-5]
