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Galaxy Z Fold SE: Samsung’s most durable foldable with UFG screen
Galaxy Z Fold SE could be Samsung’s most durable foldable yet. The smartphone could launch in the next few weeks, bringing some notable upgrades. It will be slimmer and lighter than the Galaxy Z Fold 6, but Global availability is unlikely.
IceUniverse revealed that the Galaxy Z Fold SE is 10.6mm (12.1mm Fold 6) thick when folded and 4.9mm when folded. There are also reports that the upcoming foldable could be equipped with Galaxy S24 Ultra’s 200-megapixel camera.
Also 200MP camera. Most of the volume is going to China. Phone production starts in September.
— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) August 29, 2024
In a recent development, RossYoung shed light on the biggest upgrade in the year. The Galaxy Z Fold SE could get UFG screen technology, which is more durable than the UTG It will survive better against scratches and is said to be less visible than the current foldables.
Ross also pointed out that the UFG technology refers to a UTG with “uneven” thickness. The glass will be at its thinnest state around the folding area. However, the remaining glass will be comparatively thicker to offer boosted durability.
Rumored to get UFG which is thicker UTG except in the seam area which will help with scratch resistance, durability and seam visibility.
— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) August 29, 2024
UFG refers to UTG with uneven thickness, thinner in the seam where it folds, thicker elsewhere to enable a thicker chemical strengthening step resulting in improved scratch resistance, better durability, etc.
— Ross Young (@DSCCRoss) August 30, 2024
Meanwhile, the insider suggests Samsung could be planning Fold SE specifically for the Chinese market. Mass production of the smartphone reportedly starts next month, with most units going to China and remaining in South Korea.
It seems a strategic move to counter Chinese phone makers on their own turf. South Korea and China are the markets with high volume foldable sales reported. Samsung may bring SE upgrades to future foldable in the global market next year.