Samsung is gearing up for an eventful 2025 with plans to release its first tri-fold phone and an accelerated launch of the Galaxy S25 FE. These announcements came during the company's second-quarter earnings call, outlining the roadmap for the second half of the year.

Tri-Fold Phone Debut

Speculation around a Samsung tri-fold smartphone has been circulating for years, and the company has now confirmed its plans to introduce the device before the end of 2025. This move signals Samsung's continued push to maintain its dominance in the foldable segment, following the launches of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. While specific details about the tri-fold model are scarce, the confirmation marks a major development in the mobile industry.

The device has been dubbed the "Galaxy G Fold" or "Galaxy Z TriFold," although Samsung hasn't confirmed the naming. The company is focusing on perfecting the product and its usability before making a final decision on the name.

Rumors suggest the tri-fold phone will have a 10-inch OLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and a triple camera system with a 200-megapixel main camera, a 12-megapixel ultrawide camera, and a 10-megapixel telephoto camera. It could also feature a 10-megapixel selfie camera. The price is estimated to be around $3,000. The phone may first launch in China and South Korea before expanding to other regions.

Samsung has been showcasing concepts of tri-folding displays at trade shows for several years. The new phone model didn't debut at the recent Unpacked event, but a Samsung executive confirmed plans to launch it by the end of the year. The device is expected to build on Samsung's foldable expertise, offering a versatile form factor appealing to productivity-focused users and consumers seeking an innovative design.

Accelerated Galaxy S25 FE Release

Alongside the tri-fold phone, Samsung confirmed plans to accelerate the launch of the Galaxy S25 FE. Traditionally, the Fan Edition line arrives later in the year, but the upcoming model will debut ahead of its usual schedule. The Galaxy S25 FE is expected to hit the market shelves in September. A report from a South Korean outlet suggests a release date of September 19 in South Korea, with a similar timeframe for India, while the US launch might be slightly later. Some reports suggest the launch date will be September 4 or 5.

The Galaxy S25 FE will be the fifth model in Samsung's 2025 flagship lineup, offering flagship-grade hardware and the latest software at a lower price. It follows the recent entry of the Galaxy S25 Edge. The phone may be priced under KRW 1 million (roughly $719).

Leaked specifications suggest the Galaxy S25 FE will feature a 6.7-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection. It may be powered by the Exynos 2400 chipset, paired with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. It is expected to run on One UI 8 based on Android 16. The phone may have a 4,900 mAh battery with 25W or 45W charging support.

For photography, the device may feature a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and an 8MP telephoto sensor with 3x optical zoom. The front camera may be a 12MP sensor.

The Galaxy S25 FE is expected to be available in multiple color options, including black, navy, icy blue, and white. The white variant would be a new addition to the Galaxy S25 lineup. Leaked renders suggest a flat frame design, similar to the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus.

The decision to launch the tri-fold phone and accelerate the Galaxy S25 FE release aims to strengthen Samsung's market position across multiple price segments. The earlier release of the Galaxy S25 FE allows Samsung to capture demand in the mid-tier market sooner, potentially boosting sales figures in the latter half of 2025.