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Beat You: This Brand Has Unveiled Its First Tri-Foldable Concept Device Before Samsung
Beat You: This Brand Has Unveiled Its First Tri-Foldable Concept Device Before Samsung

News18

time2 days ago

  • News18

Beat You: This Brand Has Unveiled Its First Tri-Foldable Concept Device Before Samsung

Last Updated: Tecno has unveiled its concept tri-foldable device and did that before Samsung showcases its own product Tecno is the new name entering the tri-foldable segment and it has beaten Samsung by unveiling its Fold concept earlier this week. We're finally seeing foldable phones become more pocketable, at least in their dimensions, and brands are already moving to other form factors with tri-foldable becoming the latest pick of the bunch. The new device is part of Tecno's Phantom Fold series and it will be showcased at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona next year. Tecno says its tri-foldable device has been divided into three sections like the other brands and has a folding design in G-shape. The company has made the inner screen foldable inwards in two phases, which is claimed to protect the panel from scratches. The secondary cover screen is the default size for a regular smartphone. It has adopted a dual-hinge mechanism so that the tri-folding process does not take a hit in a few years. The company has also gone with a self-locking system which ensures there are no gaps when you fold the tri-foldable device. Talking about the screens, the Phantom Ultimate G Fold carries a 9.4-inch display when all the layers are open. It has a dual camera system on the hinge which brings a unique way to click photos. The company says it has a thickness of 11.49mm when folded and 3.49mm when unfolded, which makes it the thinnest tri-foldable device to be publicly showcased. We expect the Phantom Ultimate G Fold to be powered by a high-end chipset but intrigued to see how it fits a battery unit, and how big it might be. Tecno has made a habit of launching some unique products. It had recently unveiled a sleek phone mirroring the Galaxy S25 Edge and the rumored iPhone 17 Air model. The Tecno device manages to pack a 5,000mAh battery which is a lot bigger than what Samsung has managed and Apple could bring later this year. And we also hope to see Samsung's own tri-fold device launch before the end of 2025, as reports have suggested. view comments First Published: July 18, 2025, 16:06 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Tecno unveils its tri-fold smartphone Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept
Tecno unveils its tri-fold smartphone Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept

The Hindu

time2 days ago

  • The Hindu

Tecno unveils its tri-fold smartphone Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept

After Huawei, Tecno on Thursday (July 17, 2025) unveiled its tri-fold smartphone Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept for multitasking. The Chinese smartphone maker said to showcase the Tecno Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2026. The Tecno Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept tri-fold design goes up to become a 9.94 inch display phone. The company claims it to be 11.49mm when folded and starting from 3.49mm when unfolded. 'Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept showcases an innovative G-Style design. Its expansive inner display folds inward twice, completely shielding the main screen from scratches and impacts when not in use,' said Tecno. Tecno Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept uses a custom-engineered dual-hinge system, comprising a small waterdrop hinge and a larger primary hinge. When folded, the small hinge allows the right portion of the display to fold inward, mimicking a traditional book-style foldable. The larger hinge then folds the remaining section over the top. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today's Cache) Tecno Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept offers a customised dual-cam design in the large hinge supports multi-angle hovering, allowing the device to be operated in a partially folded state. The Tecno Phantom Ultimate G Fold Concept is going to have a triple-camera system and an over 5,000 mAh battery. In 2024, Tecno unveiled triple-fold concept phone, the Phantom Ultimate 2, which was also showcased at MWC 2025.

Samsung may have accidentally revealed its tri-fold's name, and it's not very exciting
Samsung may have accidentally revealed its tri-fold's name, and it's not very exciting

Android Authority

time3 days ago

  • Android Authority

Samsung may have accidentally revealed its tri-fold's name, and it's not very exciting

TL;DR Samsung has filed a trademark for its upcoming triple-screen foldable. The filing reveals the name 'Galaxy Z TriFold,' but we're skeptical of this being final. The foldable is rumored to launch in October, but with availability limited to China and South Korea. Samsung's progress on a new style of foldable with three inner screen faces instead of two is no longer a secret. It has repeatedly teased the new shape and even showcased a working prototype at Mobile World Congress 2025 of what it then called a 'Flex G' panel. The 'G' is inspired by the fact that the two sides fold inward, which also led to initial rumors that the phone would be named a Galaxy G Fold — and probably because a Galaxy C (despite being more fitting to the shape) would be a tongue twister. However, a recent report suggests that Samsung may have settled on a name that neither includes 'G' nor 'C'. Would you buy a tri-folding foldable phone? 3723 votes Yes, for sure 61 % Maybe 22 % No, I wouldn't 18 % For its triple-screen foldable, Samsung may have chosen the name 'Galaxy Z TriFold' — or so it appears, based on a recent trademark filing spotted by GalaxyClub. Besides suggesting the device's potential name, the trademark also indicates it will be clubbed under the existing Galaxy Z lineup instead of being introduced as a separate series. Despite the trademark registration, we cannot ascertain that this is the name Samsung will finally choose when it launches the phone later this year. It could be using this name as a placeholder or to misguide speculations. Although the filing does not guarantee a launch timeline, previous rumors suggest the tri-fold will enter production in September and could launch in October 2025. The foldable's inner display is expected to unfold into a 10-inch layout, while the phone is likely to house a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. Images and animations buried in One UI 8's beta firmware confirm the phone comes with three rear cameras, which are expected to be the same as the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Besides its name, there's another unsavory aspect to this phone. The exuberant hardware is likely to come with an eye-watering price tag of nearly $3,000. Already cautious of its steep price, Samsung might limit the initial release to China and South Korea, rather than launching it globally, to gauge demand. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.

Huawei reclaims top spot in China's phone market, data shows
Huawei reclaims top spot in China's phone market, data shows

HKFP

time3 days ago

  • Business
  • HKFP

Huawei reclaims top spot in China's phone market, data shows

Tech giant Huawei topped China's smartphone market for the first time in over four years, outflanking US tech giant Apple as well as local competitors including Xiaomi, according to the US-based International Data Corporation. Huawei at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, 2015. Photo: Kārlis Dambrāns/Flickr. The Shenzhen device maker captured 18.1 percent of the local phone market in the second quarter of this year, shipping 12.5 million units, an IDC report published on Tuesday showed. Huawei's domestic rebound comes after the company has faced a smattering of US export controls, Western bans and a graft probe in Belgium. China's overall smartphone market shrank after six quarters of growth, according to the IDC data, with shipments totalling 69 million units, down four percent on-year. 'Despite the recent US-China trade truce, the broader economic environment presents ongoing challenges, with consumer confidence remaining subdued,' Arthur Guo, a senior research analyst at IDC, said in the report. 'This suggests that a significant uplift in smartphone demand is unlikely in the immediate term, and the market will navigate a more complex landscape in the second half of the year.' A view of the border between Hong Kong and the mainland Chinese city of Shenzhen, taken from a rural area in Hong Kong's New Territories. Photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. China's economy grew more than five percent in the second quarter, official figures showed, despite the tariff chaos unleashed by US President Donald Trump. Huawei has been at the centre of an intense standoff between the world's top two economies after Washington warned the company's equipment could be used by Beijing for espionage, an allegation the company denies. Sanctions since 2019 have curtailed the firm's access to US-made technologies, forcing it to develop its own components. California-based Apple has been suffering a slump in iPhone sales in China, and last year ceded its status as the country's best-selling smartphone brand to two local rivals. In the IDC report, Apple came in fifth on the list, retaining 13.9 percent of China's smartphone market and shipping 9.6 million units. Support HKFP | Policies & Ethics | Error/typo? | Contact Us | Newsletter | Transparency & Annual Report | Apps Safeguard press freedom; keep HKFP free for all readers by supporting our team Beijing, China Type of Story: News Service Produced externally by an organization we trust to adhere to high journalistic standards.

Samsung smartphone head breaks silence on tri-fold phones, hints at 2025 debut
Samsung smartphone head breaks silence on tri-fold phones, hints at 2025 debut

Indian Express

time11-07-2025

  • Indian Express

Samsung smartphone head breaks silence on tri-fold phones, hints at 2025 debut

Ever since Huawei launched the Mate XT Ultimate Edition – the world's first tri-fold phone, rumour had it that Samsung was also working on a similar device. Recently, Samsung rolled out a One UI 8 beta build, which features new animations that suggested that a tri-fold phone was indeed in development. Now, Samsung Electronics' Device Experience Division head Roh Tae-moon has confirmed that the company is indeed working to launch a tri-fold phone by the end of the year. 'We are working hard on a tri-fold smartphone with the goal of launching it at the end of this year. We are now focusing on perfecting the product and its usability, but we have not decided its name. As the product nears completion, we are planning to make a final decision soon', said Roh in a press conference. In a statement to Android Authority, a Samsung executive said they had decided on the tri-fold design, but the company was debating whether the market had demand for the new form factor. The recently leaked animation from the One UI 8 beta build hints that, unlike the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Edition, Samsung's tri-fold phone, which may bear the Galaxy G Fold moniker, may have hinges that fold inwards instead of outwards. It also suggests that Samsung's tri-fold phone will have two hinges of different sizes, with the left side folding inwards and the right side sandwiching on the top. And like the Huawei Mate XT Ultimate Edition, Samsung might warn users that they are not to fold the right panel side as the protruding camera island may prevent the phone from folding flat and damage it. This means that it will be similar to the G-shaped prototype, which the company showcased earlier this year at the Mobile World Congress. And while not much is known about Samsung's tri-fold phone, it will likely feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset and cross the $3,000 price mark. Rumour also has it that the phone will have a screen size of between 9 and 10 inches when unfolded, which might make it more appealing for power users who want a tablet-like device in their pocket.

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