Seoul, South Korea – Samsung is rumored to be developing a new variation of its Galaxy Z Fold 6, known as the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim, set to launch in the final quarter of the year. While speculation has circulated regarding an Ultra version of the device, news of the Slim variant comes as a surprise. Industry analyst Ross Young first brought attention to the potential release of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim, mentioning that it may feature a larger display compared to the standard model and could lack S Pen support.
Details regarding the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim’s specifications remain scarce, with Young only teasing that more information on the device’s inner and outer display dimensions will be disclosed in an upcoming report. It is speculated that Samsung’s decision to introduce a Slim model could be a strategic move to compete with foldable devices from Chinese manufacturers that offer larger screens in a thinner form factor than Samsung’s current offerings.
The implications of introducing a Slim model alongside the Z Fold 6 Ultra raise questions about the pricing and availability of the new variant. Priced similarly to the regular Galaxy Z Fold 6, the Slim model could potentially fill the gap between the standard and Ultra models, akin to Samsung’s Galaxy S Plus smartphones in its flagship lineup. However, whether the Slim model will have a widespread release remains uncertain, especially considering that the Z Fold 6 Ultra is currently expected to launch exclusively in Samsung’s home country.
Despite Young’s reliable track record in predicting Samsung’s future devices, the existence of the Fold 6 Slim is still met with skepticism until further evidence or information surfaces. The potential introduction of the Slim model adds an interesting layer of complexity to Samsung’s foldable lineup, hinting at the company’s strategy to cater to diverse consumer preferences within the competitive foldable smartphone market.