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Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 6 with design refresh, wide cover and AI power
Samsung has unveiled its seventh generation of a foldable flagship smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 6, showcasing noteworthy advancements in foldable technology. This smartphone combines the convenience of a compact device with a bunch of functionality of big screens to offer users seamless multitasking.
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 arrives with several notable improvements over its predecessors. It features a new slim-flex hinge and an enhanced armor aluminum frame for durability. With an IP48 rating, it becomes the first foldable smartphone to offer dust and water resistance.
This smartphone is the lightest and thinnest Fold device from Samsung to date. It comes with a powerful processor, the latest software, new Galaxy AI features, and more. The smartphone supports seven years of Android/One UI updates.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Full Specification:
Design and Display
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 sports a stunning 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a resolution of 2160 x 1856 pixels and an impressive peak brightness of 2600 nits. This makes the screen 1.5 times brighter than its predecessor, offering vivid colors and sharp details. Its other AMOLED display is 6.3-inch, having a resolution of 2376 x 968 pixels.
The smartphone comes with a slim and lightweight design, making it pocket-friendly at just 239 grams and 12.1mm thick when folded. This surpasses its predecessor, the Galaxy Fold 5, by 14 grams and 1.3mm, respectively.
Processor and Storage
The newest Galaxy Z Fold smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor with 12GB of RAM and storage options from 256GB to 1TB. It ensures the best performance whether you’re multitasking, gaming, or running several apps.
Camera
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 smartphone has a triple-camera module, which includes a 50 MP wide-angle lens, a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. Additionally, there’s a 10 MP cover camera and a 4 MP in-display camera for selfies and video calls.
Battery
The smartphone equips a 4400mAh battery to provide sufficient power to keep up with your daily tasks. It supports fast charging and wireless charging with an internet usage time of up to 18 hours.
Software
The smartphone runs on Android 14-based One UI 6.1.1, delivering a smooth and intuitive user experience. It brings new Galaxy AI features and enhancements for next-level performance. Also, it promises 7 years of One UI/ Android upgrades.
Other functions
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 supports several connectivity options including dual eSIM and dual Nano SIM, along with GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, and QZSS.
Not only this, the smartphone also has an accelerometer, barometer, fingerprint scanner, position sensor, compass, hall sensor, light sensor, and proximity sensor. It is IP48 certified and has a face recognition feature for unlocking.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is available in Silver Shadow, Pink, and Navy as well as in exclusive Crafted Black and White colors on Samsung.com.
Whether you look for powerful performance, bright display, or versatile camera capabilities, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 promises to meet the needs of modern smartphone users with its lightweight design and functionality.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra design will be revealed soon. Meanwhile, a trusted source leaked the design dimensions of the next Samsung Ultra. The input suggests S25 Ultra will be the thinnest Ultra model in years.
IceUniverse disclosed the design dimensions of the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The dimensions could measure 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm. For your information, the dimensions of the Galaxy S24 Ultra are 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm.
Galaxy S Ultra models have always been known for their design, and Samsung’s S25 Ultra is no exception. As the possible dimensions floated, we now have a closer look and compare it to previous models in the series.
Samsung’s upcoming S25 Ultra could be slightly smaller than the S24 Ultra, measuring 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm. This strategic design decision will be making the phone more comfortable to hold and use with one hand.
Here is a list comparing the dimensions of the S25 Ultra to previous models:
- Galaxy S20 Ultra 166.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm
- Galaxy S21 Ultra 165.1 x 75.6 x 8.9 mm
- Galaxy S22 Ultra 163.3 x 77.9 x 8.9 mm
- Galaxy S23 Ultra 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm
- Galaxy S24 Ultra 162.3 x 79.0 x 8.6 mm
- Galaxy S25 Ultra 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
Galaxy S24 Ultra ditched the conventional curved design approach. Therefore, the S25 Ultra will surely debut a flat display. Overall, the upcoming smartphone will be a sleek and stylish device that is sure to turn heads.
Despite reducing thickness, the S25 Ultra will continue to boast S Pen with a dedicated silo. The battery will also feature a 5000mAh capacity, supporting 45W fast charging. The camera department is also getting upgraded with two new sensors.
Apple iPhone 16 uses ARM V9 chip architecture, eyeing AI market, FT reports. The new iPhone models are said to use next-generation chip based on Arm’s latest design architecture to adapt features derived from artificial intelligence.
The Cupertino-based tech giant is scheduled to launch the iPhone 16 on Monday, September 9. iPhone 16’s Pro and Pro Max variants will use new A18 chipset. The company is reportedly opting for SoftBank-owned ARM’s new V9 chip design.
It’s worth noting that Apple uses ARM V9 architecture in M4 processors for MacBook. Google and Samsung aggressively innovating the mobile AI segment. Both companies continue to ship their flagship phones with new AI tricks and features.
Apple is facing multi-sided heat, with the Chinese market continuing to decline. Samsung’s Galaxy S24 series also secured impressive response pushed by AI capabilities. The iPhone maker doesn’t want to lag behind its rivals in the AI Phone market.
Apple Intelligence
iPhones getting on-device AI features given Apple’s partnership with OpenAI. There were rumors that Google is in contact to debut Gemini AI on iPhones. However, the deal hasn’t been finalized due to unforeseen reasons.
Apple Intelligence is Apple’s answer to Samsung’s Galaxy AI. The suite of AI features includes a smarter Siri, custom emoji generation, and AI-based photo editing capabilities, as well as a partnership with OpenAI fo free free ChatGPT access.
The US tech giant solidified its software end with an OpenAI partnership. Now, the hardware upgrade by ARM V9 will further improve AI experience on iPhone 16. We will hear more about hardware upgrades during It’s Glowtime event on Monday.
Huawei is all set to launch the world’s first tri-fold foldable smartphone. The company just dropped a bombing teaser, confirming its mega launch event. This massive development comes when Samsung stalls and Apple remains foldable-free.
Samsung showcased tri-fold screen prototype devices on many occasions. It was expected to debut the world’s first triple-screen foldable smartphone. However, Huawei is all set to attain this crown beating Samsung and other vendors.
Huawei confirmed its next hardware launch event taking place on September 10. It’s right a day after Apple’s iPhone 16 unveiling scheduled for September 9. Tri-fold could significantly harm Apple’s presence in the Chinese market.
In addition, Huawei Consumer Business Group Chairman – Yu Chengdong said the company’s most leading, innovative, and disruptive product is coming.
“After 5 years of persistence and investment, we have turned science fiction into reality. Please look forward to Huawei’s pinnacle work!”
Tri-fold concept previously showcased a device having screens on three sides. The phone will have two hinges, allowing users to expand all three displays. The current foldable features a single hinge in the middle, offering a tablet-like screen size.
Beyond that, the tri-fold phone would offer an even larger screen in a more portable size. Software-derived features could further enhance usability, with one panel being used as a keyboard and others as screen and standing support.
Durability still remains the main concern in this kind of innovative device. Foldable phones launched by Samsung and Huawei are gradually entering the mainstream. However, consumers still refrain from preferring foldable as their next upgrade.
Huawei’s tri-fold could remain a China-exclusive product. Samsung may also come up with its tri-fold handset in the near future. The Display department has worked enough on the panel, but the Mobile division hasn’t yet approved development.