Samsung is reportedly developing a slim foldable laptop incorporating a unique waterdrop hinge mechanism, with a launch expected in the latter half of the next year, as per sources from Korean outlet The Elec. This waterdrop design as Samsung calls Flex Hinge was previously introduced in Samsung’s recent foldable smartphones, Z Flip 5 and Z Fold 5.

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Samsung’s Flex Hinge To Venture into Laptops

The waterdrop hinge (know more about waterdrop hinge here) allows the axis to move when folded, resulting in a tighter fit between screens and reduced creases at the fold. The new hinge might make the laptop slimmer, although durability concerns could potentially lead to a thicker final product.

Despite the intriguing design, industry insiders question the necessity of a waterdrop hinge for foldable laptops. Unlike smartphones, which are held close to the eyes, foldable laptops’ usage is different. Given the laptops’ heavier nature, a U-shaped hinge might offer a more practical alternative. An expert weighed in, stating that the benefits of a waterdrop hinge in a laptop might not be significant for users.

Moreover, while LG has already launched a foldable laptop called Gram Fold, Samsung’s decision to wait is perceived as strategic due to the IT industry’s current challenges. Some argue that Samsung’s foray into the foldable laptop market may not bring substantial differentiation or profitability, given their relatively weaker position in the laptop sector.

As for the laptop’s OLED panels, potential suppliers are anticipated to be Samsung Display or BOE Technology Group. Meanwhile, Apple is also rumored to be working on a foldable MacBook which may launch in 2026.

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