Last week’s Galaxy Z TriFold discussion highlighted its 4.2mm engineering marvel and $3,000 price barrier. Eight days later, leaks reveal aggressive pricing revision ahead of December 5th unveiling. Finalized specs, confirmed timeline, and $2,500 starting price position Samsung’s tri-fold against Huawei Mate XT supremacy.
Price Slashed from $3,000 to $2,500
Analysts predicted ultra-premium $3,000 positioning for first-gen dual-hinge tri-fold. Supply chain leaks confirm $2,500 launch (~£2,000)—psychologically significant drop above $1,999 Z Fold 7. Aggressive pricing targets market share versus pricier Huawei Mate XT.
December 5th Seoul Unpacked Event
- Specialized event showcases tri-fold engineering
- South Korean media confirms date
- Initial Korea-exclusive launch
- Global rollout Q1 2026 expected
Inward-Folding G-Style Design
Dual-hinge “G-fold” protects flexible panels versus outward-wrapping competitors. Unfolded: 4.2mm (thinner than iPad Pro). Folded: 12.8mm (manageable vs S25 Ultra’s 8.6mm). Three-screen form factor eliminates tablet need.
Flagship Specifications Breakdown
- Displays: 10.0″ main OLED 120Hz, 6.5″ cover 2600 nits
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 16GB RAM
- Cameras: 200MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto
- Battery: 5600mAh, 65W wired, 25W wireless
Tri-Fold Market Disruption Potential
$2,500 pricing transforms prototype into volume contender. Korea launch tests demand before global expansion. Inward-folding durability addresses foldable criticisms. Gen 5 silicon, 200MP cameras, massive battery challenge conventional flagships while redefining productivity form factors.
