Highlights
- Samsung may unveil its first tri-fold phone at a special event on September 29 in South Korea.
- It is possibly named Galaxy Z TriFold or Galaxy G Fold.
- Initial release will be restricted to South Korea and China with only 50,000 units planned.
- Alongside the tri-fold, Samsung is expected to showcase Project Moohan MR headset and AI-powered Galaxy Glasses.
Samsung’s long-rumoured tri-fold smartphone may finally be nearing its debut. According to a new report from ET News, the company is planning an earlier than expected introduction of the device at a special Unpacked event later this month. It is also being speculated that the commercial availability of the phone is slated for November. Here’s all we know about the early launch.
Galaxy Z TriFold/Galaxy G Fold Launch Timeline
We discussed what ET News had to say about the possible launch of the Samsung Tri-fold. But they are not the only source we are hearing from.
Well-known tipster Ice Universe has added weight to the speculation, claiming on Weibo that the foldable is possibly called the Galaxy Z TriFold or Galaxy G Fold and will be unveiled in South Korea on September 29.
The official name of the handset remains unconfirmed. At the event, Samsung is also expected to showcase its upcoming Project Moohan MR headset and AI-powered Galaxy Glasses.
This isn’t the first time the September 29 date has surfaced. Reliable leaker Max Jambor and multiple reports from South Korea had previously pointed to the same timeline for the tri-fold’s unveiling. However, Ice Universe’s mention of the Galaxy Glasses adds a new layer to the expected lineup.
Production and Availability Details
Fresh supply chain reports suggest Samsung has scaled back its production estimates for the tri-fold to just 50,000 units, a significant drop from earlier projections of 200,000 units. The reduced numbers reflect the company’s cautious approach toward a first-generation product.
Unlike Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold and Flip series, the tri-fold device will reportedly see a limited release, available only in South Korea and China. Industry insiders believe this strategy is designed to gauge consumer demand for the new form factor while preventing it from eating into sales of the Galaxy Z Fold7.
If consumer response is positive, the company could expand availability in the future, making the Galaxy Z TriFold/Galaxy G Fold an important milestone in Samsung’s foldable journey.
FAQs
Q1. When is Samsung expected to launch its tri-fold smartphone?
Answer. Samsung may unveil its first tri-fold device, possibly called Galaxy Z TriFold or Galaxy G Fold, on September 29 at a special Unpacked event in South Korea.
Q2. Where will the tri-fold phone be available initially?
Answer. The device is expected to launch exclusively in South Korea and China, with a limited production run of just 50,000 units to test market response.
Q3. What other products might be revealed at the event?
Answer. Alongside the tri-fold phone, Samsung is likely to showcase its Project Moohan MR headset and AI-powered Galaxy Glasses, expanding its mixed reality and AI portfolio.