Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Slim to Have a Different Name

Samsung’s upcoming foldable smartphone is ditching the predictable naming conventions and opting for a more distinctive title.

Despite previous speculation surrounding names like Galaxy Z Fold Slim, Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim, Galaxy Z Fold Ultra, and Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra, the device will officially be known as the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, according to renowned leakster Evan Blass. Blass is known for his reliable tech leaks.

Blass also talked about the device’s screen dimensions. He said the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition will boast a 6.5-inch outer screen and an expansive 8-inch inner display. The device will measure a mere 4.9mm thick when unfolded, expanding to a still-svelte 10.6mm when folded.

With its remarkably slim profile, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is poised to be a formidable contender in the foldable smartphone arena. At a mere 4.9mm thick when unfolded and 10.6mm when folded, it edges significantly closer to the slim designs of rivals like the Honor Magic V3 (4.35mm/9.2mm) and the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 (4.6mm/9.5mm).

While Samsung’s new offering may not quite match the featherlight dimensions of its competitors, it represents a significant step forward in thinness compared to previous iterations, including the latest Z Fold 6.

Despite its promising features and competitive design, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition might face a significant hurdle: limited availability. Multiple sources suggest that Samsung’s thinner foldable smartphone may only be released in Korea and China, which makes little sense since Samsung’s foldable are all globally available.

The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is rumored to debut in Korea in September, followed by a Chinese release in October.