# Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold

> The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is Samsung's first tri-fold smartphone — a 309g engineering marvel that unfolds from a pocketable phone into a full 10-inch tablet via two precision hinges. Launched in December 2025 at $2,899, it sold out globally within minutes of each restock before being discontinued in March 2026, with a successor already confirmed for 2027.

- **Created by:** Samsung Electronics
- **Launched:** 2025
- **Platforms:** android
- **Pricing:** paid - $2,899 USD (one color: Crafted Black; two storage options: 512GB or 1TB). No subscription required. Charger included in box.
- **Key features:** 10-Inch Inner Display, Armor FlexHinge Dual-Hinge System, 6.5-Inch Cover Screen, Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor, 200MP Triple Camera System

## Features

- **10-Inch Inner Display** — Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel at 1584x2160 resolution, 4:3 aspect ratio, 120Hz adaptive refresh, 1,600 nits — the largest display ever shipped on a Samsung Galaxy device.
- **Armor FlexHinge Dual-Hinge System** — Two differently-sized hinges using a dual-rail spiral design enable smooth asymmetric folding. An auto-alarm system warns users if the device is folded incorrectly to prevent damage.
- **6.5-Inch Cover Screen** — Dynamic AMOLED 2X at 1080x2520 resolution, 120Hz, up to 2,600 nits brightness — fully functional as a standard phone display when folded.
- **Snapdragon 8 Elite Processor** — Qualcomm's 3nm flagship chip paired with 16GB RAM, delivering top-tier performance for multitasking across three simultaneous app windows.
- **200MP Triple Camera System** — Main 200MP f/1.7 sensor with Quad Pixel AF and OIS, 12MP ultra-wide, and 10MP 3x optical zoom telephoto with up to 30x Space Zoom.
- **5,600 mAh Three-Cell Battery** — The largest battery ever in a Samsung foldable, split across three cells to fit the tri-fold form factor. Supports 45W wired, 15W wireless, and 4.5W reverse wireless charging.
- **Samsung DeX Support** — Connect to an external display for a desktop-like productivity experience, extending the tri-fold's multitasking capabilities.
- **Galaxy AI Integration** — Built-in Samsung AI features across the One UI 8 interface, including live translation, note summarization, and AI-enhanced photography.
- **7 Years of Software Updates** — Samsung guarantees 7 years of OS and security updates, extending the device's usable lifespan well beyond typical smartphone cycles.
- **Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4** — Latest wireless standards for faster connectivity, lower latency, and more efficient power usage.

## Achievements

- CNET Best Overall and Best Mobile Tech at CES 2026
- First tri-fold phone with Google Play services available globally
- Largest display ever shipped on a Samsung Galaxy device (10.0 inches)
- Largest battery ever in a Samsung foldable (5,600 mAh)
- Thinnest folded-open profile for any multi-fold phone at 3.9mm
- Sold out in minutes at every global restock — secondary market hit $5,000
- Created iPhone-level launch queues outside Samsung stores in Seoul

## Latest updates

- **2026-04** — Final global restock on April 10, 2026. Device now completely sold out worldwide with no further restocks planned. Samsung confirms Galaxy Z TriFold 2 in development.
- **2026-03** — Samsung officially confirms discontinuation of Galaxy Z TriFold after ~90 days on market, citing its role as a 'technology showcase.'
- **2026-02** — Reports of inner display failures emerge on Reddit and tech forums. Some units experience dead screens and phantom touches within days of use.
- **2026-01** — US launch on January 30, 2026. Sells out within minutes. Secondary market prices surge to $5,000.
- **2026-01** — Wins CNET Best Overall and Best Mobile Tech at CES 2026 before US launch.
- **2025-12** — South Korea launch on December 12, 2025. Singapore, UAE launches December 19. Taiwan December 22. Sells out at every market within minutes.
- **2025-12** — Official announcement on December 1, 2025. Final specs confirmed: $2,899, one color (Crafted Black), 512GB or 1TB storage.

## Links

- Website: https://www.samsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-z-trifold/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/SamsungMobile
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gubNCDuSJs8
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samsungmobile/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamsungMobileUS/

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