Samsung might be about to unveil its first trifold smartphone, and it could happen before Halloween. The Galaxy Z TriFold (rumored name) would be Samsung’s most ambitious folding phone yet, with a 10-inch display when fully unfolded.
What’s Rumored
According to leaks from Business Standard and tech sites, Samsung is gearing up for an October announcement. The device reportedly features a 10-inch OLED screen that folds twice, creating three panels. When fully opened, it’s tablet-sized. Folded, it’s roughly the size of a regular smartphone.
Expected specs include the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a triple-camera setup, and some kind of hinge mechanism that allows two fold points. No confirmed price yet, but given Samsung’s track record with foldables, expect it to be expensive (likely $2,000+).
The timing aligns with Samsung’s rumored October Galaxy Unpacked event in Seoul. They’re also expected to show off smart glasses similar to Meta’s Ray-Bans and an XR headset competing with Apple Vision Pro.
Why This Matters
Foldable phones are still relatively niche, but they’re growing. A trifold design solves one of the biggest complaints about current foldables: the screen is too small when folded, too narrow when unfolded. A trifold gives you three form factors in one device.
However, Reddit’s r/Android community is worried about durability. Two fold points means two potential failure spots. One commenter asked: “How long until the hinges break?” Others questioned whether anyone actually needs a phone that unfolds into a 10-inch tablet.
The Bottom Line
If Samsung pulls this off, it’s a massive flex in the foldable space. But the success will depend on durability, price, and whether consumers actually want a phone this complex. We’ll know soon if October brings the official reveal.
Would you buy a trifold phone, or is this tech overkill?
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