- Launching in select markets: South Korea, China, Singapore, Taiwan, and possibly the UAE; excluding Europe and North America.
- Very limited initial production: around 50.000 units to test demand.
- Leaked price around $3.000, positioning it as an ultra-premium device.
- Presentation planned for APEC in South Korea with "under glass" display and no direct contact.
Everything points to the Samsung's first tri-fold smartphone will not arrive in Europe on its debutSources with a good track record of success maintain that the launch will be highly selective and that the initial strategy will prioritize a few countries and a few units.
For those who closely follow mobile innovation, the news is great, but access will be limited: Counted units, dizzying price y a highly controlled public display before its saleA cautious move that fits with the brand's focus on experimental formats.
Where it will be sold and where it won't
According to the most reliable leaks, Samsung will market its tri-fold in South Korea, China, Singapore and Taiwan, With the possibility of the United Arab Emirates as an addition. For now, they would be left out Europe and North America, so Spain will have to wait for a possible second phase.
This limited deployment is not new to the company. Recently, a special cut tri-fold model It was launched only in Korea and China, a precedent that reinforces the idea of a first batch very controlled to validate the real interest of the market.
Presentation and schedule: showcase before premiere
The launch would be scheduled for the APEC, which is held in South Korea, where the device is will be displayed under glass and without press access. The intention is to showcase the technology and maturity of the concept without compromising the experience before the final polish.
After that appearance, a subsequent sale in the year only in selected countries. There is no official date for a global expansion, and for now there are no signs that Europe enters the first wave.
Price and production: a niche bet
Samsung's tri-fold would be located around $3.000 (approximately, according to the exchange rate, in the high euro range), which places it in the ultra-premium range. This bar suggests that the company wants measure demand well before expanding distribution.
In line with this caution, sources speak of a initial print run of about 50.000 unitsA modest figure by Samsung standards, reinforcing the idea of controlled testing with such a unique product.
Design and software: what is intuited
The device would use a design with two hinges and inward fold, with a separate cover screen for quick use. When opened, it would offer a format close to a tablet that prioritizes multitasking and content consumption.
On the performance side, rumors point to a Qualcomm's high-end chip already a new version of One UI (they have been sighted references to One UI 8.5 in leaked builds) with features specific to a triple pane: app continuity, adaptable windows and improved shortcuts for productivity.
Solutions such as a set of distributed batteries to balance weight and autonomy, and a reinforced hinge structure that improves durability against constant knocks and openings.
Market Context: Huawei's Mirror
Until now, the only commercial reference of tri-folding has been the Huawei Mate XT, with a distinct folding approach and limited to specific markets. Its high price and restricted distribution have served as thermometer to gauge interest in this format.
Samsung, more conservative with new concepts, tries to avoid first-generation stumbles with a measured exit, focusing on countries where it can better control response and support.
What does this mean for Spain and the rest of Europe?
If the leaked roadmap is maintained, in the There will be no official sale in the short term in Spain. This means that interested amateurs and professionals will have to wait for a second wave or to the next generation if Samsung decides to expand availability.
For the European ecosystem, the late arrival may open the door for software and reliability mature, with a more rounded launch when the product officially crosses our borders.
Despite the expectation, everything suggests that Samsung will prioritize a controlled presentation, a high price and a highly selective rollout. If sales and feedback are positive, the company will have the basis for a broader rollout; if not, it will have validated real interest without overexposing itself.
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