Samsung Is Fast-Tracking Galaxy Z TriFold 2 After iPhone Duo Reveal, According to Leaks
The successor to Samsung’s first TriFold phone may now have an accelerated release timeline.
As the iPhone Duo was unveiled, Samsung is reportedly accelerating the release of its Galaxy Z TriFold 2, according to leaks from a known leaker named Lanzuk. The successor to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra is said to be wider, shorter and may include a S Pen stylus slot. The development of this device has been ongoing for months, with patents providing hints at its potential design.
However, Samsung is now considering a faster release timeline, possibly seeing the new Galaxy Z TriFold in the market by late 2026 or early 2027, compared to the previous expectation of a late 2027 launch.
The first Galaxy Z TriFold had a limited US release in January, priced at $2,900, but sold out quickly before being discontinued three months later, indicating it was seen as more experimental within Samsung's mobile lineup. A second TriFold could signal a more serious investment in this design. Lanzuk notes that Samsung aims to price the new TriFold "nearly identically" to its predecessor, despite increasing hardware costs, suggesting a competitive market niche that could thrive if interest parallels that sparked by the high-end iPhone Duo, some of which can surpass $3,000.
Samsung's stance on the matter is not yet confirmed, as a representative did not provide immediate comment. The buzz around the iPhone Duo, though unconfirmed and set to launch on October 23 with a starting price of $1,999, will play a role in Samsung's strategy. The Galaxy Z TriFold 2's development timeline may indicate renewed vigor and confidence in this market segment, should the market react positively to the new foldable phone.
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