HIGHLIGHTS
* The latest rumour suggests that Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is being canceled in favour of a new foldable phone.
* This new tri-fold display will be a double-hinged foldable phone expected to launch later this year.
* The upcoming tri-fold Galaxy phone has been revealed by Samsung in the past as a working prototype.
There has been much confusion regarding the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE of late.
The most recent leak confirms that Samsung has no plans of launching the Galaxy S23 FE in the pipeline. Instead, it may launch a “Tri-Fold” display device, some time this year.
Popular Tipster Yogesh Brar revealed this news on Twitter. He suggested that Samsung may launch an improved version of the Z Fold 5 and the Flip 5, alongside a Tri-Fold display this year.
There have been widespread rumors that Samsung is planning to release a new Fan Edition phone later this year, speculated to be called the Galaxy S23 FE. The last Fan Edition device released by Samsung was the Galaxy S21 FE 5G, but the company decided to skip the S22 FE.
However, according to the latest reports, Samsung has decided to forgo a more affordable version of its flagship phone in favour of a new type of folding smartphone.
No Samsung Galaxy S23 FE, New Trifold Smartphone Coming Soon
According to a tweet from tipster Yogesh Brar, Samsung is not currently developing a Galaxy S23 FE, contrary to recent rumors that suggested the device is in active development and will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset.
Instead, the company is reportedly working on an improved version of its Z series foldable phones.
This new line is expected to include the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 and the Galaxy Z Flip 5, which will be released later this year.
In addition, the tweet mentions that Samsung is working on a tri-fold phone that will fold like a book.
This is not the first time we’ve heard about this concept, as Samsung has been rumored to be working on a dual-hinge Galaxy Z Fold successor since 2018. Last year, the company even showcased a working prototype of a tri-fold phone.
The double-folding design of the tri-fold phone will likely resemble a small tablet when folded out, with a larger display than the Galaxy Z Fold 4.
Other phone manufacturers have attempted to bring a similar design to market, but the challenge lies in delivering a device with both inward and outward folding mechanisms.
Samsung has made some headway in this area and showcased a prototype at CES earlier this year called a “Flex in and out” display platform.
Although foldable displays were not durable in the past, Samsung’s continued efforts to push the boundaries of foldable phones are exciting.
This suggests that the company sees the form factor as the future of smartphones and is continuously pushing the boundaries to deliver a product in the near future.
Samsung “Tri-Fold” Display Device
While the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has been speculated right from the start, Samsung’s interest into developing a “Tri-Fold” display could have arisen from the success of its foldable phones, notably the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold smartphones, and the concept phones it displayed at CES 2022.
Samsung demostrated three foldable display at CES 2022 called the Flex S, Flex G, Flex Slidable. The Flex S display comes with three panels and opens up outwards like a pamphlet. The Flex G, on the other hand, folds inwards twice like a wallet. The Flex Slidable is said to be similar to the Oppo X 2021.
During CES 2023, Samsung showcased a prototype for a “Flex In and Out” display with a 360-degree rotating screen. This means the display can rotate both inwards and outwards up to a full 360-degree.
Samsung’s foldable phones to date have a single hinge that allows the device to be “folded”, but the earlier-mentioned displays come with three foldable parts. The “Flex In and Out” display is said to use a water-drop hinge design that allows it to be able to turn a full 360-degree.
Ever since these displays have been showcased, there has been constant speculation whether Samsung would incorporate these displays into any of foldable handset, or rather introduce a third foldable handset alongside the Galaxy Fold and Galaxy Flip smartphones.
An earlier report also claimed that Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 would come with a 6.2-inch display like its predecessors. The report claimed that Samsung wanted to iron out the issues plaguing foldable phones such as display creases and the thickness of the device.
However, for fans of the Samsung Galaxy S23 who were hoping for the Galaxy S23 FE variant to launch could have to wait until clearer details emerge on the subject.
SAMSUNG GALAXY S23 FE 5G KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 |
| Rear Camera | 64 MP + 12 MP + 5 MP + 5 MP |
| Front Camera | 32 MP |
| Battery | 4500 mAh |
| Display | 6.5 inches (16.51 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | April 26, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v12 |
| Custom UI | Samsung One UI |
Performance
| Chipset | Samsung Exynos 2200 |
| CPU | Octa core (2.8 GHz, Single core, Cortex X2 + 2.52 GHz, Tri core, Cortex A710 + 1.82 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| RAM | 8 GB |
Display
| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.5 inches (16.51 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 405 ppi |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Design
| Waterproof | Yes, Water resistant, IP68 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Quad | |
| Resolution | 64 MP, Primary Camera 12 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 5 MP, Macro Camera 5 MP, Depth Camera |
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| Autofocus | Yes | |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 9000 x 7000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 32 MP, Primary Camera | |
Battery
| Capacity | 4500 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | On-screen |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
FAQ’s on Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
1) What are the Samsung Galaxy S21 Specifications?
Ans) Samsung Galaxy S21 FE flaunts a 6.4-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display with a 2,340 x 1,080 pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The phone is powered by the Exynos 2100 processor paired with up to 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.
Android 13-based OneUI custom skin takes care of the software side of things. The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a triple rear camera setup, with a 12MP primary wide camera, a 12MP ultra-wide lens with a 123-degree field of view, and an 8MP telephoto camera with 30x zoom capabilities. There is a 32MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE packs a 4,500mAh battery with 25W fast charging over a USB Type-C charging port. The phone is equipped with an IP68 water resistance rating and an in-display fingerprint sensor.
2) What is the price of Samsung Galaxy S23 FE?
Ans) Samsung Galaxy S23 FE should be priced around USD 649.99 (approx. Rs 53,840).
3) What is Samsung Galaxy S21?
Ans) To recall, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE flaunts a 6.4-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display with a 2,340 x 1,080 pixels resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection.
The phone is powered by the Exynos 2100 processor paired with up to 8GB LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. Android 13-based OneUI custom skin takes care of the software side of things.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE has a triple rear camera setup, with a 12MP primary wide camera, a 12MP ultra-wide lens with a 123-degree field of view, and an 8MP telephoto camera with 30x zoom capabilities. There is a 32MP snapper on the front for selfies and video chats.
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE packs a 4,500mAh battery with 25W fast charging over a USB Type-C charging port.
The phone is equipped with an IP68 water resistance rating and an in-display fingerprint sensor.
Samsung recently unveiled the Galaxy S23 series smartphones in an unpacked event. A few weeks back, South Korean media claimed that Samsung will unveil the Galaxy FE 2023. The introduction of Galaxy Fan Edition (FE) was a success for Samsung. Samsung introduced FE smartphones with trimmed-down specifications of its flagship devices.