Samsung might be ready to pull off its biggest fold yet. According to a new report from The Korea Herald, the company is preparing to show off its first tri-fold smartphone later this week during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) 2025 summit in Gyeongju, South Korea, which will take place from October 31 to November 1.
The long-rumored device, which could debut as the Galaxy Z Tri-Fold or Galaxy G Fold, would mark Samsung’s next leap in foldable design. This launch timeframe aligns with Samsung’s earlier tease of a 2025 launch, but months ahead of most expectations.
Samsung was originally expected to unveil the tri-fold alongside its new XR headset, which launched last week. According to a report from last month, production issues pushed the foldable’s debut slightly back, preventing a joint launch with the XR. Still, the delay seems minimal — a relief for fans who’ve been waiting years to see Samsung finally bring a tri-fold phone to market.
Production will reportedly be limited to 50,000 to 200,000 units at launch, suggesting a soft entry aimed at gauging demand before a wider rollout. Initial markets may include the US, South Korea, China, Singapore, Taiwan, and possibly the UAE.
Pricing, however, won’t be for the faint of heart. The tri-fold is said to start at around $2,800, roughly $1,000 more than the Galaxy Z Fold7. The extra cost likely goes toward the intricacies of this ambitious design and the larger display panel.
The phone is expected to include a 6.5-inch cover screen that unfolds into a massive 10-inch display, giving users tablet-level space for multitasking and media. Expect S Pen support, refined hinge mechanics with reduced creasing, and tight integration with Galaxy Watches and Buds.
While the tri-fold will likely remain a niche device, it signals Samsung’s push to compete with rivals like Huawei, whose Mate XT tri-fold gained traction in China. If true, this could be the company’s most daring form factor since the original Galaxy Fold in 2019.
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