As Apple prepares to unveil its highly anticipated foldable iPhone later this year, Samsung is also entering the foldable phone battle with a fresh competitor. Set to challenge the iPhone Fold, Samsung’s Galaxy Wide Fold promises to offer a unique foldable design that stands out from what we’ve seen in the market so far.
The Galaxy Wide Fold, unlike other foldables on the market, will have a width greater than its length when unfolded, leading to its “Wide” name. This distinct form factor aims to provide a different user experience, positioning it closer to a tablet when opened. New leaks about the device’s design have surfaced, giving us a glimpse of what we can expect.
Key Features of Samsung Galaxy Wide Fold
According to the leaks, the Galaxy Wide Fold will feature a punch-hole camera located at the top center of its cover screen. Unlike other foldable devices, this one will have a boxy design, with no rounded edges, giving it a more structured look reminiscent of traditional non-foldable smartphones. This design will be consistent both on the cover and the main screen, with another punch-hole camera on the unfolded screen.
When unfolded, the Galaxy Wide Fold is expected to offer a 7.6-inch foldable OLED display, providing ample space for multitasking, productivity, and entertainment. One of the standout features of this device is its potential advantage in streaming, where users won’t have to deal with horizontal black bars at the top and bottom of the screen, making the viewing experience more immersive.
Potential Launch Date
While Samsung has not officially confirmed details about the device yet, rumors suggest that the Galaxy Wide Fold could make its debut at the next Galaxy Z Unpacked event. Alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8, the Wide Fold might be unveiled, but these are just speculations, and there could be delays in its release.
Apple’s Foldable iPhone to Rival Samsung
Meanwhile, Apple is gearing up for its own foldable phone, which is expected to hit the market in September. The iPhone Fold will feature a 7.8-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch outer screen. It will include a dual-camera setup on the back, along with individual cameras on both the cover and main displays. In India, the iPhone Fold is expected to be priced around ₹2.25 lakh, further highlighting its premium positioning in the foldable phone market.
Samsung and Apple are set to go head-to-head with their foldable devices, each offering unique features aimed at capturing the growing foldable phone market. As we await official announcements from both companies, the Galaxy Wide Fold’s design and Apple’s iPhone Fold are shaping up to be the next big thing in the world of smartphones. Whether Samsung’s bold design will succeed in challenging Apple’s foldable innovation remains to be seen, but it certainly sets the stage for an exciting year ahead in mobile technology.
