Samsung Electronics unveiled on Tuesday its first multi-folding smartphone, in a bid to strengthen its position in a sector of the phone market where competition is expected to intensify.

Leaks suggest the SM-F971 model number belongs to Samsung's Wide Fold foldable, designed to rival Apple's upcoming iPhone Fold. Read on!

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Z TriFold has in Korea and it is all set to make its way to the U.S. early next year.

Counterpoint Research reports that Samsung made up 64% of the global foldable market in Q3 2025, up from 56% the year prior. That’s a huge increase, with Samsung’s overall shipment volume increasing by 32% on the back of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Trifold brings a double-hinge setup, a shock-absorbing main display, and a slim inward-folding design that feels more practical than earlier foldables. It opens into a 10-inch workspace yet stays sturdy thanks to titanium-reinforced rails and a tougher composite back panel.

Even better, you won't have to wait long to try it out. Samsung says it will launch in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2026. The company did not provide a price at this time. Apple iPad Air M3 Chip 128GB Wi-Fi 6E 11" Tablet (2025 Release) — $449.99 (List Price $599.00)

A leak regarding Samsung's plans to release a tri-fold smartphone claims that the device may be cheaper than expected.