Urdu Report Desk
Samsung is reportedly accelerating its foldable smartphone plans following Apple’s entry into the category with the recently announced iPhone Duo.
Competition in Foldable Smartphones
According to online reports citing unnamed industry sources, Samsung expects competition in the foldable smartphone market to intensify as Apple brings greater mainstream attention to the form factor.
Market analysts broadly expect Apple to become one of Samsung’s major competitors in the foldable segment. Apple’s entry could also help expand the overall market by attracting more consumers to foldable devices.
Galaxy Z TriFold2 Could Arrive Earlier
Samsung is reportedly considering an earlier launch for the Galaxy Z TriFold2, the successor to its first tri-fold smartphone.
The upcoming model is expected to be lighter, thinner and more durable than its predecessor. Samsung is also reportedly targeting the same launch price of $2,899.
Despite the reported acceleration, the Galaxy Z TriFold2 is still not expected to launch before 2027.
Samsung Reportedly Developing a Slideable Phone
Samsung’s expansion into new smartphone designs may extend beyond its tri-fold lineup.
The company’s first slideable smartphone is also reportedly in development and could launch around the same time as the Galaxy Z TriFold2.
Apple’s entry into the foldable market is expected to encourage other smartphone manufacturers to invest more aggressively in alternative form factors as the segment gains greater visibility.
No Official Confirmation Yet
Samsung has not officially confirmed the Galaxy Z TriFold2, its launch schedule or the reported slideable smartphone.
