{
  "id": 7642617,
  "title": "Samsung Is Fast-Tracking Galaxy Z TriFold 2 After iPhone Duo Reveal, According to Leaks",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/samsung-is-fast-tracking-galaxy-z-trifold-2-after-iphone-duo-reveal",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-15T22:00:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "CNET",
    "slug": "cnet",
    "url": "https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/samsung-is-fast-tracking-galaxy-z-trifold-2-after-iphone-duo-reveal-according-to-leaks/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "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.\n\nThe 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.\n\nSamsung'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.",
  "summary": "The successor to Samsung’s first TriFold phone may now have an accelerated release timeline.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}