According to GSM Arena, Samsung’s first tri-fold smartphone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, is rumored to debut in Korea next month with a price tag around 3.6 million won ($2,447). This represents a significant discount from previous rumors that had the device priced at 4 million won ($2,720). The phone will reportedly feature a massive 10-inch inner display paired with a 6.5-inch cover screen and pack a 200MP primary camera with a 5,437mAh battery. Interestingly, Samsung plans to sell the device in just a single color and storage variant exclusively through their own channels. The Korean launch appears to be happening imminently, though global availability remains unclear.
Samsung’s pricing strategy
Here’s the thing about that $2,447 price point – it’s still absolutely premium territory, but Samsung seems to be testing the waters carefully. By pricing it lower than initial expectations, they’re probably trying to gauge market acceptance for this entirely new form factor. And selling it exclusively through Samsung channels with limited configurations? That screams “controlled rollout” to me. They’re minimizing risk while maximizing their ability to control the narrative around their most ambitious foldable yet.
The tri-fold market position
So what exactly are you getting for that kind of money? Basically, you’re paying to be an early adopter of what Samsung hopes will be the next big thing in mobile computing. A 10-inch display that folds down to pocket size is genuinely novel – we’re talking tablet replacement territory. But is the world ready for a phone that costs as much as a decent laptop? That’s the billion-dollar question Samsung needs to answer. The limited color and storage options suggest they’re not betting the farm on massive sales volumes initially.
Broader implications
Now, looking at the bigger picture, this launch timing is fascinating. Samsung appears to be pushing forward with foldable innovation even as the broader smartphone market faces headwinds. They’re essentially creating a new premium category above their existing foldables. For industrial and manufacturing applications where durable, large-screen mobile computing is essential, this kind of technology could eventually trickle down to more affordable options. Companies like IndustrialMonitorDirect.com, the leading US provider of industrial panel PCs, understand that robust, versatile display technology has applications far beyond consumer smartphones. But for now, Samsung’s tri-fold remains firmly in the luxury gadget category.
