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A Korea Economic Times report (via 9to5google) claims Samsung will host its next Galaxy Unpacked in London on July 22, likely unveiling the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and a new 'Wide Fold' with possible S Pen support; the event could also bring a Z Flip 8, and Samsung typically uses summer Unpacked to refresh foldables and watches, building on the favorable reception of the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
New dummy-model leaks indicate Apple's foldable iPhone would feature a 5.5-inch exterior display and a 7.8-inch interior display, plus a smaller dual-camera plate and, notably, no MagSafe ring on the dummy units. Speculation includes possible names like iPhone Ultra and a price around $2,000, with some reports hinting at a December launch if pricing and design decisions aren’t locked, though Apple reportedly aims to launch close to its non-foldable lineup.
A visual comparison of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Wide shows the Wide variant is shorter and wider, potentially easier to hold with one hand and offers a more tablet-like unfolded display due to its ~3:4 aspect ratio versus the Fold 8’s ~6:5. The Wide model reportedly uses two cameras while the standard Fold 8 has three. Both are expected to launch at the same time with a price around $1,999, and readers are invited to debate which to choose.
A Verge hands-on with Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold details a rocky journey from receiving a Chinese ROM unit to flashing a Singapore ROM to unlock the true experience. The phone delivers a large multitasking screen and laptop-like flexibility but is heavy, expensive, and hampered by weak speakers and practical flaws; with Samsung discontinuing it, the device reads more as a concept than a viable product, and the reviewer ultimately sticks with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for everyday use.
Samsung will discontinue its $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold after less than three months on the market, winding down sales first in Korea and then in the US as remaining inventory clears; just 6,000 units were stocked domestically since its December launch, and high production costs reportedly made profitability unlikely, with no immediate successor planned.
Allison Johnson buys Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold on eBay for $4,399 after stockouts, but the unit arrives with tamper seals and a SIM/setup prompt, raising concerns of a compromised device and suggesting Samsung isn’t truly distributing TriFolds—making gray-market purchases a risky gamble.
MWC 2026 showcased mobility-forward gadgets—from Xiaomi’s teardrop-shaped electric hypercar concept and Leica-branded phones to modular Tecno phones, high-brightness Honor foldables, dual-screen Lenovo laptops, AI wearables and humanoid robots—signaling a broader shift of 'mobile' into transport, robotics, and on-device AI.
MWC 2026 is delivering a wave of foldable and modular devices, from Honor’s Robot Phone with a folding gimbal camera arm and a 200 MP main sensor to Xiaomi’s Leica Leitzphone, Lenovo’s Legion Go Fold Concept with detachable controllers, Honor Magic V6 with IP69-rated folding design, Lenovo ThinkBook Modular AI PC Concept, the ultra-thin Honor MagicPad 4 tablet, Tecno’s modular magnetic phone concept, and Xiaomi Tag trackers.
Apple reportedly plans a more durable iPhone Fold by adding a transparent polyimide film layer over the ultra-thin glass, aiming to resist scratches and debris better than Samsung’s foldables, while relocating some controls to minimize hinge cables—signaling a cautious, durability-first first foldable that could carry a hefty price tag.
Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold goes on sale Jan 30 at a staggering $2,900, the highest price Samsung has charged for a phone, and it unfolds to a 10-inch inner display with titanium hinges rated for 200,000 folds. It packs 512GB storage, a 5,600 mAh battery, and 45W charging powered by a customized Snapdragon 8 Elite chip (same as the S25), but offers only marginal upgrades over the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The device could set a new price ceiling for foldables ahead of the Galaxy S26 launch, appealing mainly to enthusiasts while competing against pricier rivals like Huawei’s Mate XT.
The article argues that tri-fold foldables are expensive, heavy, and fragile with limited practical benefits, and that the industry is shifting toward rollable screens that expand to wider, crease-free displays, despite durability and price challenges, pointing to concepts like Huawei Mate XT and other rollable designs as the likely future of mobile displays.
ZDNET’s Kerry Wan highlights seven standout CES 2026 products he’d buy as soon as they go on sale: Clicks Communicator messaging device, Ikea Kallsup smart speakers, Samsung S95H OLED TV with glare-free tech, Seattle Ultrasonics C-200 vibrating chef’s knife, Roborock Saros Rover robot vacuum with stair-climbing capability, Samsung Display’s creaseless foldable panel, and the updated Dell XPS 13 with OLED option and newer processors. The roundup showcases a mix of practical hardware and bold design ideas that framed CES 2026’s tech highlights.
The article highlights the best Black Friday smartphone deals in the US, focusing on flagship models like Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, foldables such as Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7, and refurbished iPhones including the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 15 Pro Max, emphasizing discounts, features, and comparisons to help consumers make informed holiday shopping decisions.
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 are expected to support Qi2 wireless charging, but likely only in a 'Qi2 Ready' form, meaning they will work with accessories that add magnetic alignment rather than having built-in magnets. This marks the first foldable from Samsung with Qi2 support, announced in July.
Samsung has announced that its new foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, will be released this summer, with both devices running One UI 8 at launch, though specific details and launch dates are yet to be confirmed.