The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 is a great device, but it’s not perfect. Here’s what we know about the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and what we’d like to see.
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Update: May 30, 2024 (07:55 AM ET): We’ve updated our Galaxy Z Fold 6 rumor hub with a report about the Fold 6 Slim/Ultra and the hands-on image of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 next to an image of the Galaxy Z Fold 5.
Original article: We’re deep into 2024, and it’s about time we learn more about Samsung’s next wave of foldables. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 are expected to be the highlights of Samsung’s foldable ambitions, refreshing its lineup a bit past the middle of the year. Leaks and rumors have begun flowing in, and we now have a fair idea of how the book-style foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, will shape up. Read on to learn more about this upcoming device!
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: At a glance
When is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 expected to come out? Leaks suggest we could see a Galaxy Unpacked event for the Galaxy Z Fold 6 launch on July 10, 2024.
What new features could the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 come with? The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 could feature changed dimensions thanks to a wider cover display and a shift to Titanium for its build materials, alongside a processor upgrade.
How much might the Galaxy Z Fold 6 cost? There are no rumors about the Galaxy Z Fold 6 price yet, but Samsung could keep it unchanged and price the phone around $1,799 for the base variant. Will there be a Galaxy Z Fold 6?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold continues to be one of the most successful foldable phones in the world, so it’s virtually certain that a Galaxy Z Fold 6 is in the works. Rumors indicate that Samsung is busy planning its next foldable device and is aiming for a wider display and a slimmer design in the upcoming Fold. So, we can be very optimistic that we’ll get to see a Fold 6 launch in 2024.
Surprisingly, there could be an unexpected newcomer to the lineup too. A report from The Elec suggests Samsung is exploring an entry-level Galaxy Z Fold 6, and ET News also corroborates along the same lines.
WinFuture says the cheaper model is internally codenamed Q6a. Tipster Max Jambor also corroborated this codename, as well as the Q6 alias for the standard model. For reference, the Galaxy Z Fold 5 was codenamed Q5, which is why Q6a is believed to be the cheaper version.
SisaJournal-e claims that a cheaper Galaxy foldable could be priced at less than $800. Note that the report does not mention whether the price leak is for a cheaper Fold model or a cheaper Flip model. To achieve this lower price tag, Samsung will reportedly make a few compromises. The specifications of the processor, display, and battery are expected to be downgraded. Meanwhile, the cameras are said to be almost similar “to the existing model.” The report does mention a dual-camera setup.
However, Roland Quandt of WinFuture says he has heard murmurings around MWC 2024 that suggest Q6a could be an “Ultra” model instead of a budget model. Corroborating this possibility, a report from Galaxy Club claims Samsung is working on a higher-end Galaxy Z Fold 6 with an “Ultra” moniker. This device is said to have the model number SM-F958, which is close to the expected model number for the regular Z Fold 6 (SM-F956). The report also mentions that this Ultra variant may be exclusive to South Korea. Ice Universe also mentions the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra exists, but “there are no detailed parameters.”
The Elec reported on May 13 that Samsung was reviewing plans to launch a cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6 model. The outlet cited a “lack of product differentiation” and “uncertainty in the business situation.” Leaker Revegnus was more forthright, claiming that it actually had been canceled.
Display analyst Ross Young mentions that Samsung is working on a “Samsung Fold 6 Slim,” eyeing a launch for Q4 2024. This foldable is expected to have a bigger display than the Fold 6 at the same price point but with no pen input. In a follow-up post, he mentions that “this may be called Fold 6 Ultra.” This phone will be slimmer since there is no digitizer in the device. The final product name is still to be decided.
We’ll have to keep our ears to the ground to see what Q6a/Fold 6 Slim/Fold 6 Ultra turns out to be — if it actually launches.What is the most likely Galaxy Z Fold 6 release date?
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 — August 11, 2023
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 — August 25, 2022
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 — August 27, 2021
Samsung has a fairly predictable release cycle for its foldables, but the company could be aiming for an earlier launch for the Galaxy Z Fold 6. According to Sammobile, Samsung could launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 in early July 2024, possibly on July 10, 2024.
The Bell corroborates an early release rumor, suggesting that Samsung wants to take advantage of marketing around the 2024 Summer Olympics that are scheduled to be held in Paris, France from July 26, 2024. Consequently, the launch could be held in Paris, France.
ETNews suggests that the foldable will be launched alongside the Galaxy Ring in the second half of July 2024.
Samsung consistently unveils its next generation of foldables in early August every year, with the new phones typically becoming available for shipping in mid- to late August. However, these rumors indicate that Samsung may have a change in plans for 2024.What will the Galaxy Z Fold 6 look like?
According to multiple leaks, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 could depart from the conventional look of the Galaxy Z Fold 5, Fold 4, and Fold 3.
