Samsung‘s next foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, has seemingly shed its cloak of secrecy thanks to a leaked image. While the overall design stays familiar, there are some key tweaks that set it apart from its predecessor, the Z Fold 6.
The first you’ll likely notice is the slimmer profile. The Z Fold Special Edition reportedly comes in at a svelte 4.9mm when unfolded, making it a hair thinner than the Z Fold 6.
However, that sleekness comes at a cost. However, this sleek design comes with a trade-off. The camera island on the back is much bigger compared to the regular Fold, and the module has a squircle shape instead of the usual oval.
Thankfully, the leaked image confirms the return of the flat frame with slightly rounded corners that debuted on the Z Fold 6.
The rest of the design seems fairly standard Samsung fare. The power button, which likely doubles as a fingerprint sensor, sits on the right side with the volume rocker nestled above it.
The rear panel, however, has a brushed metal look compared to a matte finish on Fold 6. Though it could be a textured glass mimicking the feel of metal.
According to previous reports, the Z Fold Special Edition will sport a larger 6.5-inch cover display and an expansive 8-inch inner foldable panel. These are just a tad bit bigger canvas than the Fold 6 which has a 6.3-inch cover and a 7.6-inch inner screen.
Unfortunately, the rumor mill suggests Samsung might limit the Z Fold Special Edition’s launch to China and South Korea. This wouldn’t be the first time Samsung offered a special edition device with regional availability, so international fans might be left out in the cold.
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