Samsung’s tri-fold smartphone, likely named the Galaxy G Fold, is slated for release in Q3 or Q4 2025, possibly alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. It features a dual-hinge, inward-folding design with a 9.96-inch inner display and a 6.49-inch cover screen. The inward “G-shaped” fold prioritizes screen protection, unlike Huawei’s Mate XT, which uses an S-shaped fold.
Expected to launch in limited markets like South Korea and China, with production capped at 200,000–300,000 units, it’s a premium test rather than a mass-market product. Price estimates range from $3,000 to $3,500, nearly double the Galaxy Z Fold 6’s $1,577–$2,017. No S Pen support is planned due to the absence of a digitizer layer, prioritizing a thinner design.
Production may start in April 2025, with a reveal possibly at a July Unpacked event. The device could offer tablet-like multitasking but faces concerns over weight, thickness, and hinge durability. Huawei’s Mate XT, priced at $2,775–$3,948, sets a benchmark, though its exposed screen and limited Android ecosystem give Samsung an edge. Posts on X highlight interest in the large display but skepticism about cost and practicality. A rumored price in India of ₹1,99,990 (~$2,375) seems inconsistent with global estimates.
