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Samsung’s Galaxy G Fold, their first tri-fold smartphone, is more than just a bigger screen. We’ve got new info, including official videos, showing this isn’t just a bigger Z Fold in a slightly different body, it’s a whole lot more. I’ve got 7 updates to cover, so let’s get into it.
What’s up guys, Sal here. The Galaxy G Fold, Z TriFold, or whatever name Samsung goes with, will feature a 10.1-inch display. That means you’re taking a regular 6.5-inch phone and unfolding it into a full-blown tablet. But the real difference compared to the Z Fold is the aspect ratio. This is a proper tablet layout, so when you watch videos you’re not staring at those huge black bars. They’ll still be there, but nowhere near as distracting as what you get on today’s Folds.
But it isn’t only about display size. Samsung has reworked the UI to actually use this form factor. Multitasking is the best example. On today’s Z Fold devices, you can technically open three apps at once, but the way it works is not ideal, like two of those apps get crammed into about 25% of the display, making them pretty much unusable. That’s why most people don’t even bother.
The G Fold changes this entirely. According to Samsung’s own One UI builds, this phone will let you run three apps side by side, either vertically or horizontally. I put together a mockup so you can see how it might look, and it’s far more functional. A 10-inch panel means each app actually has room, so you aren’t fighting for space. Samsung is calling this feature “Split Trio,” and it’s probably the most practical multitasking setup we’ve seen on a foldable yet.
And that’s not all. Samsung will also let you mirror up to three home screen pages from the cover display onto the main display. That’s one more than the Z Fold 7 allows, and it makes managing your layout and productivity a lot more flexible.
Official videos also confirm wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, and NFC are all included here. These are basic flagship features, but it’s good to see Samsung didn’t cut them just because this is a brand-new form factor. The only thing to note: you’ll need to close the phone before wireless charging. Pretty obvious, but worth pointing out.
Now, about availability. At first, we heard this device would only launch in South Korea and China. But CNN Business reports that Samsung is still deciding which markets to hit, and the US is one of the options. That’s great to hear, but realistically, with the high cost of this device, expect demand to be limited. A restricted launch is far more likely than a wide global release.
So how much will it cost? There’s no credible number yet, but being a first-gen device with limited production, around $3,000 sounds about right. Over time, once production scales, it could drop closer to $2,500. But early adopters are paying a premium, no way around that.
What about S Pen support? I’m almost certain it won’t be there. To make it happen, Samsung would need to add a digitizer layer to each panel, which adds about 2mm of thickness. Considering the Z Fold 7 didn’t even get it, I’d say the G Fold won’t either. And that’s unfortunate, because a screen this size would’ve been perfect for it.
Now, some hardware details. The G Fold will run Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite, according to One UI leaks – not the upcoming 8 Elite Gen 5. Cameras are expected to be the same setup as the Z Fold 7, both front and rear. As for the weight, nothing official yet. Some leaks suggest 296 grams. That sounds heavy compared to the Z Fold 7’s 215 grams, but for a tri-fold, that’s actually reasonable. Still, keep in mind this number hasn’t been confirmed.
Launch date has also shifted. At first, reports said September 28th. But today, ETNews, a very reliable Korean source, now says it’s been pushed to October or November. Samsung’s Project Moohan headset is set to launch October 21st, but they specifically note that the tri-fold won’t launch at that event. It will get its own separate event. Meanwhile, Samsung will also release XR glasses with Google early next year.
So that’s where we’re at with Samsung’s tri-fold. But if you’re leaning toward the Z Fold 7, Samsung’s offering a flat $300 off provided you don’t trade in, or up to $1,000 with trade-in, plus some bundle deals. Link for that is in the description. And if you want to see what’s going on with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, where Samsung managed to make it better and worse at the same time, click right here, and I’ll see you there.