Samsung's Tri-Fold Flagship and Galaxy Z Flip7 Series: A Sneak Peek at 2024-2025 Foldable Phones

Samsung's Tri-Fold Flagship and Galaxy Z Flip7 Series: A Sneak Peek at 2024-2025 Foldable PhonesRecent leaks suggest Samsung is developing a tri-fold device with the internal model number Q7M, corresponding to the public model number SM-F968 series, as listed in the GSMA IMEI database. Interestingly, this device will break from Samsung's previous naming conventions for foldable phones in China

Samsung's Tri-Fold Flagship and Galaxy Z Flip7 Series: A Sneak Peek at 2024-2025 Foldable Phones

Recent leaks suggest Samsung is developing a tri-fold device with the internal model number Q7M, corresponding to the public model number SM-F968 series, as listed in the GSMA IMEI database. Interestingly, this device will break from Samsung's previous naming conventions for foldable phones in China. While the Galaxy Z Fold special edition used the Galaxy W25 naming scheme, the tri-fold device explicitly excludes the W series. Based on historical data from the GSMA database, new devices typically launch 6-7 months after their database registration. Therefore, the Samsung tri-fold phone is speculated to debut in October 2025, although the official launch date remains unconfirmed.

While we await the tri-fold phone, let's look at the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 series, expected to launch in July. This series will reportedly include two models: the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE and the Galaxy Z Flip7.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE: A New Entry-Level Foldable Option

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 FE is rumored to be Samsung's new entry-level foldable phone this year. Leaked renders suggest a design similar to the Galaxy Z Flip6, retaining the clamshell form factor. It's expected to feature a 3.4-inch cover screen and a 6.7-inch inner screen, with dimensions of 165.171.77.4mm, slightly thicker than the Galaxy Z Flip6 (6.9mm).

Following the Galaxy Z Flip6's design, the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will likely feature an armored aluminum frame. The rear dual-camera setup may retain the 50MP main camera + 12MP ultrawide lens combination. It's expected to be powered by the Exynos 2400e chip, run One UI 7.0, and offer seven years of Android OS updates, ensuring long-term software support and security.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7: An Upgraded Foldable Experience

Unlike the Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is rumored to feature a larger, more "full-screen" style cover display, similar to the Motorola razr 50 Ultra. Both the inner and outer screen sizes are expected to increase. The rear camera will likely continue with a 50MP main and 12MP ultrawide combination, but Samsung may upgrade the sensor for improved image quality.

The Galaxy Z Flip7's dimensions are expected to be slightly larger at 166.675.26.9mm, with the cover screen increasing from 3.6 inches to almost 4 inches, and the inner screen from 6.7 inches to 6.8 inches. Hardware-wise, it may feature either the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy or the Exynos 2500 chip, with the Snapdragon variant being more likely, paired with 12GB RAM and 256GB or 512GB storage. The starting price is estimated at $1099. Currently, it's unclear whether the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE will differ internally besides their outward appearances and pricing.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7: A Larger Screen, Slimmer Body

Recent leaks suggest the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 will measure approximately 158.4143.14.5mm, resulting in a significantly thinner device. It's reported to be only 4.5mm thick when unfolded and 9.5mm (including camera bump) / 9.0mm (excluding camera bump) when folded 3mm thinner than the Z Fold6 and 0.4mm thinner than the Z Fold special edition.

The Galaxy Z Fold7 is expected to feature an approximately 8.2-inch inner screen and a 6.5-inch outer screen, making it one of the largest book-style foldable phones available, promising a more immersive viewing experience. Performance will likely be driven by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy chip, paired with a 4400mAh battery, suggesting improved battery life.

The camera system will be upgraded, featuring a 200MP main camera, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a 10MP telephoto lens. The cover screen will have a 10MP selfie camera, while the inner screen will utilize a 4MP under-display camera.

Conclusion: The Future of Samsung Foldable Phones

With the upcoming release of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 series and Galaxy Z Fold7, Samsung's foldable phone lineup will be even more comprehensive, offering a wider range of options from entry-level to flagship. From what we know, Samsung continues to improve its foldable devices by increasing screen size, enhancing imaging capabilities, boosting performance, and reducing thickness and weight, aiming for an improved user experience. As the launch dates approach, we expect more leaks and details to emerge. Let's wait and see.