Weekly Technology Updates: Samsung Unveils Trifold Smartphone, Ikea Divorces Sonos, and Hugging Face Debuts New Robot Model
Samsung's highly anticipated Galaxy G Fold, a trifold smartphone, is now expected to hit the market by the end of 2025, according to official confirmation from the tech giant. This delay from earlier speculation aligns with more recent, reliable statements from the company.
The Galaxy G Fold is rumoured to boast a number of impressive features, based on industry reports and speculation. The device will reportedly feature a triple-folding display, allowing it to transform into a tablet-sized screen, roughly 9.96 to 10 inches when fully unfolded. This innovative "G-shaped" inward folding mechanism represents a significant evolution from current dual-fold designs.
The phone is expected to be built with a premium titanium and aluminum frame for enhanced durability and reduced weight. Under the hood, it is anticipated to be powered by a high-end Snapdragon processor, likely the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite, and could come with up to 16GB of RAM for flagship-level performance.
In terms of cameras, the trifold may utilise a punch-hole front camera instead of an under-display camera. A secondary cover display, around 6.49 inches, is also expected, providing functionality when the device is folded. The device is likely to share some hinge mechanics and speaker designs with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, though charging speeds may not lead the market.
As a Galaxy device, the Galaxy G Fold will run Samsung’s One UI on top of Android and is expected to integrate with the broader Galaxy ecosystem.
While Samsung will not be the first to market with a triple-folding phone, the Galaxy G Fold is positioned to be the first globally available, mainstream option. This is particularly significant since Huawei's Mate XT, which claimed the distinction in 2024, lacks Google services and has limited regional availability. Samsung's move underscores its commitment to leading the foldable market with innovative form factors.
The exact release date for the Galaxy G Fold, as well as finalised specifications, will be revealed closer to the launch date. However, if realised, these features could set a new benchmark for the category.
In other tech news, OnePlus has a new, smaller, and more affordable version of the Watch 3 available for $300, and AI startup Hugging Face announced a new coding robot called Reachy Mini. Reachy Mini owners will be able to upload and share robot behaviours with the Hugging Face community, and download others as well.
Stay tuned for more updates on the tech world!
- The trifold Galaxy G Fold, a forthcoming smartphone, is expected to utilize a punch-hole front camera instead of an under-display camera, based on industry reports and speculation.
- The Galaxy G Fold will reportedly feature a triple-folding display, which will allow it to transform into a tablet-sized screen, rivaling a size of 9.96 to 10 inches when fully unfolded.
- The device is likely to share some hinge mechanics and speaker designs with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, but charging speeds may not lead the market.
- The phone will be powered by a high-end Snapdragon processor, possibly the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite, and could come with up to 16GB of RAM for flagship-level performance.
- While Samsung will not be the first to market with a triple-folding phone, the Galaxy G Fold is anticipated to be the first globally available, mainstream option, as Huawei's Mate XT, which claimed the distinction in 2024, has limited availability and lacks Google services.
- The Galaxy G Fold, being a Galaxy device, will run Samsung’s One UI on top of Android and is expected to integrate with the broader Galaxy ecosystem.
- As technology continues to evolve, other news includes OnePlus unveiling a smaller and more affordable version of the Watch 3 and AI startup Hugging Face announcing a new coding robot called Reachy Mini.
- In terms of smart-home-devices, Reachy Mini owners will be able to upload and share robot behaviours with the Hugging Face community, and download others as well, contributing to the thriving AI landscape within the tech world.
