Reportedly, Samsung will launch either an Ultra or Slim version of its Galaxy Z Fold 6 book-style foldable in October. Initial availability is expected to be limited to South Korea and China only
The 2024 book-style foldable model from Samsung focusses on software and AI tools for enhanced experience.
The list of apps optimised for cover display has remained unchanged between the yesteryear clamshell-style model and the Galaxy Z Flip 6. However, Samsung confirmed support for more apps is coming
The 2024 Galaxy Z series foldable devices from Samsung are not much different from the last-generation model, at least on paper, as it pivots focus to software and AI enhancements
Samsung said that it has optimised the flexible display of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 to bring new AI-powered features that are more suitable for the form factor
The newly introduced Galaxy AI features are on top of the existing ones that it rolled out to the last generation model with the OneUI 6.1 update
Samsung is set to announce the foldable devices and next-generation smartwatches, enhanced by Galaxy AI. Moreover, 2024 Buds series earbuds and Galaxy Ring are anticipated from today's event
In pre-reserve programme, Samsung is allowing consumers to pay a token of Rs 2,000 towards the upcoming devices and in return commits benefits worth up to Rs 7,000 at the time of purchase
While the foldable devices will be in focus at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, AI and wearable devices, especially the Galaxy Ring, are expected to share the limelight on July 10
The anticipated "Slim" Galaxy Z Fold 6 would likely launch later this year and will be limited to select regions including Samsung's home country
Additionally, the next-generation Samsung Galaxy Z Fold is expected to feature a flat frame design and a titanium body similar to the Galaxy S24 Ultra
Next Galaxy Unpacked in anticipated to be packed with announcements related to Ring, Watches, wireless earbuds, but most importantly AI-powered foldable devices in Z Fold and Z Flip lines
Optimised Galaxy AI and foldable devices are referenced in a blog by Samsung EVP and head of Mobile research and development, Won-Joon Choi
Reportedly, the Galaxy Z Flip 6 clamshell foldable device from Samsung would get a bigger capacity battery and the Galaxy Ring would be offered in seven different size options
Contrary to earlier reports that stated Exynos chips in 2024 Galaxy Fold and Flip models, the next-generation foldable devices from Samsung could be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Ultra is not the only new model, Samsung is reportedly also working on an affordable foldable model in the Galaxy Z Fold line-up
Samsung is reportedly working on affordable as well as expensive models in the Galaxy Z Fold line, and the mainline model is expected to feature a new squared design with flat edges
Adding a flagship-grade camera system to the Galaxy Z Fold series smartphone might help Samsung in bridging the gap to its traditional flagship smartphones
A South Korean court on Monday acquitted Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong of financial crimes involving a contentious merger between Samsung affiliates in 2015 that tightened his grip over South Korea's biggest company. The ruling by the Seoul Central District Court could ease the legal troubles surrounding the Samsung heir less than two years after he was pardoned of a separate conviction of bribery in a corruption scandal that toppled a previous South Korean government. The court said the prosecution failed to sufficiently prove the merger between Samsung C&T and Cheil Industries was unlawfully conducted with an aim to strengthen Lee's control over Samsung Electronics. Prosecutors had sought a five-year jail term for Lee, who was accused of stock price manipulation and accounting fraud. It wasn't immediately clear whether they would appeal. Lee had denied wrongdoing in the current case, describing the 2015 merger as normal business activity. Lee, 56, did not answer ...
Samsung's Southeast Asian suppliers are reportedly manufacturing components for the affordable foldable smartphone, which is expected to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 6