Samsung Readies Slideable Phone, Galaxy Z TriFold Successor

Samsung is reportedly preparing a sequel to the Galaxy Z TriFold, as well as a slideable phone. Though Samsung is sunsetting the Galaxy Z TriFold just a few months after launch, a new leak out of South Korea suggests the brand will continue to pursue the tri-fold form factor through a new device.

The Galaxy Z TriFold sequel is said to have a thinner, lighter body than the original model, though it may still be thicker than the Galaxy Z Fold 7 when folded, according to 9to5Google's translation (which the site admits is a bit rough). The leak claims Samsung has completed most hinge verification work for the new TriFold and hopes to bring the device to market around mid‑2027. Details on hardware, markets, and pricing are unknown, and reports do not provide any concrete information on display size, chipset, battery, or camera. Samsung hasn't picked a ...