Samsung has led the way with foldable smartphones, at least when it comes to a product like the Galaxy Z Fold/Flip series. However, it’s going to introduce another device, much more revolutionary—the tri-folding phone. Given the rumors, and a bit of confirmation through details that surfaced, Samsung will make the biggest leap forward yet in foldables. Here’s a look at what we know so far about Samsung’s rumored tri-folding phone, its design, features, and potential release date.
The tri-fold concept: A step beyond the fold
The tri-folding phone from Samsung is making significant hype, especially after earlier reports suggested that Samsung might be working on a device that folds three times. That would be a huge leap from the current foldables, which feature only two folds. In a report published earlier, display analyst Ross Young had seemed to suggest that the tri-folding phone might arrive even later than 2026, but the latest report hints at it coming in the second half of 2025.
The source does not only talk about the plan for the tri-folding launch timeline but also brings to light the design of the phone, doing some introspection on how Samsung will make a difference in the concept compared to others in the foldable space.
A G-type fold: Durability and protection
In this regard, compared to HUAWEI Mate XT, its S-shape folding design will fold outward whereas Samsung is being said to deploy a G-type folding design within its tri-folded phone in which the product folds inward for two times inside and thus compact and durable by construction design. The benefits of this inside folding are its better protection that the display holds. Foldable displays are known to be fragile, and the inward fold by Samsung will minimize exposure to external damage, thus reducing the chances of scratches and cracks when the phone is folded.
All the screen will be covered when folded with complete fullness, so when unfolded, it gives an even larger display, turning the device into the experience of a tablet and making it a good option for those who want to have the portability of a phone and the productivity of a tablet in just one device.
Limited initial production and exclusive features
Reports indicate that the production of Samsung’s tri-folding phone will not be that many in the initial stages, at least under 300,000 units in the first batch. This limited production is also something that Samsung seems to follow on other high-end devices, including the supposed Galaxy S25 Slim model. Being an innovative piece of design, Samsung might start with a lower volume of units first to gauge demand and interest in the market.
One of the exciting features which could debut with this tri-folding phone is a folding battery, of a kind. If the rumors are true, Samsung could finally revolutionize battery technology in foldables, allowing for a compact and efficient configuration of this type of form factor. This, in turn, would enhance user experience and lay the groundwork for even more complex features in foldable devices going forward.
Pricing and market challenges
When it comes to price, the Samsung tri-folding smartphone is most likely to fall under the category of expensive products. The novel fold design and other screens besides improvement in its internal components might just push up the price to great heights. Then again, this might make the company pay some heed to public opinion and customer dissatisfaction towards very high-priced goods, which also saw a massive failure after the launch of the HUAWEI Mate XT at $2,800. Despite the advanced technology, the high price of Huawei’s device made it unaffordable for many.
Industry analysts believe that Samsung could make a case to cap this price line while giving out such a premium experience. The tri-folding phone may sound like a flagship priced at a different level, but with the hope that such a balanced price would help in gaining wider acceptance.
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What’s next for Samsung’s tri-folding phone?
As of now, Samsung’s folding phone is likely to be much in demand with an expected rollout in 2025 or 2026. Samsung has committed to pioneering foldable technology, ensuring that more details and multiple adjustments will surface before the official launch.
The folding design, better durability, and innovative features like a folding battery could make this device redefine the expectations we have from a smartphone. It would be interesting to see whether it follows in the footsteps of other foldables by Samsung or suffers the same issues as the HUAWEI Mate XT.
As of the price and a small initial number of production units, the device is likely to attract only that portion of fans who require something futuristic. In the days leading up to the official confirmation, the market buzz around the Samsung tri-fold phone is swelling, and by next year’s summer, details should start filtering out.