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Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Testing Commences in the US Ahead of Imminent Launch: Report

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Testing Commences in the US Ahead of Imminent Launch: Report

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold’s first rollout is expected to be limited to select regions.

Written by Sucharita Ganguly, Edited by David Delima | Updated: 17 November 2025 15:44 IST

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Testing Commences in the US Ahead of Imminent Launch: Report

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (pictured) is the company's latest flagship foldable smartphone

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Highlights

US firmware testing for model SM-F968U1 has reportedly begun
Early rollout may be limited to the US and select Asian markets
Galaxy Z TriFold will likely get a 10-inch tablet-like main screen

Samsung is gearing up to launch its first commercial foldable smartphone with three panels, the Galaxy Z TriFold, which is expected to debut on December 5. The device reportedly includes a 10-inch main display and a 6.5-inch outer screen, making it one of Samsung's most ambitious foldable phones to date. Its expected cost of about $3,000 (roughly Rs. 2,66,00) reflects the complexity of the design. After years of patents and speculation, the phone now seems close to an official debut, with US firmware testing reportedly already in progress.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Testing Reportedly Begins in US Ahead of Launch

Unlocked firmware testing for the US model, identified as SM-F968U1, has now started, according to an Android Headlines report. Testing beginning this late in the cycle is unusual and may signal a compressed development schedule, the report added.

It could also suggest that Samsung kept the final software tightly controlled until now. The initiation of this testing indicates that preparations for a US release are fully underway. Samsung plans to offer the handset in both locked and unlocked variants, according to the report.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Could Launch With This Battery, Chip

The Galaxy Z TriFold's first rollout is expected to be limited to a small number of regions. The US may be the only western market included initially. Outside of its home country of South Korea, the company may introduce the handset in China, Singapore, Taiwan, and the UAE.

In terms of design, the Galaxy Z TriFold uses a special structure that folds in two places. This allows the phone to stay very compact when closed. When fully opened, it becomes a large 10-inch tablet-like screen. When folded, it shows a smaller 6.5-inch cover display. The two hinges make the device more demanding, so it will likely need a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. Samsung is said to be aiming for a “portable PC” type of experience with this device.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Tipped to Launch on December 5: Report

A recent leak suggested that the Galaxy Z TriFold may be backed by a 5,437mAh-rated battery. One of the panels is reportedly around 3.9mm thick, while the other two may measure about 4mm and 4.2mm. If accurate, this would make the device slimmer than Samsung's current flagship foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, which measures 4.2mm when fully open. The handset may sport a 200-megapixel primary camera and up to 2,600 nits bright screens.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Lightweight design and super thin profile
Fantastic displays
Top-notch performance
Excellent primary camera
Launches with One UI 8 based on Android 16 out of the box (and gets extended software support)

Bad
Charging speed capped at 25W
Battery life could have been better
No S Pen support
Expensive

Read detailed Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 review

Display (Primary) 8.00-inch

Cover Display 6.50-inch

Cover Resolution 2520x1080 pixels

Front Camera 10-megapixel + 10-megapixel

Rear Camera 200-megapixel + 12-megapixel + 10-megapixel

RAM 12GB

Storage 256GB, 512GB

Battery Capacity 4400mAh

OS Android 16

Resolution 1968x2184 pixels

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Sucharita is a writer with Gadgets 360 and is mostly found playing with her cat in her free time. She has previously worked at breaking news desks across organizations. Powered by coffee, The Beatles, Bowie, and her newfound love for BTS, she aims to work towards contributing to a better media environment for women and queer folk. More