what you need to know
- Rumors suggest that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 could be the world’s first foldable phone with a titanium frame, which could make it significantly different from its predecessor.
- While switching to titanium may improve durability, it may also result in a higher price, but this is currently unconfirmed.
- It is speculated that Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 may be launched in July.
Samsung decided to use a titanium frame for the Galaxy S24 Ultra, and now it seems the company is considering using the same material in its next foldable phone.
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is rumored to be ditching the aluminum frame of the current Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 in favor of a titanium frame, according to leaker @Tech_Reve on X (formerly Twitter) (via Android Police). If this is true, Samsung’s next foldable phone will be the world’s first to feature a titanium frame.
This will back up a earlier rumors Samsung is hinted at using a titanium frame in its upcoming book-style foldable phone. We’ve already witnessed this shift with Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, using titanium in mobile phones often increases costs.
Since Samsung has already made this switch with the Galaxy S24 Ultra, it seems that the company will do the same with the Galaxy Z Fold 6. We’re praying, though, that this change won’t be accompanied by a price increase.
At the moment, it’s unclear whether Samsung will stick with the same grade 2 titanium frame as the Galaxy S24 Ultra or opt for a higher grade version.
We’ve seen leaked renders showing what the Galaxy Z Fold 6 will look like, but they don’t exactly excite us. There are also rumors that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 may come with a better UTG (ultra-thin glass) screen for a smoother touch experience and greater durability.
Recent rumors suggest that both the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 will debut in July, a year later than their predecessors. There are also rumors that a more affordable version of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 may be launched this year, which may be called the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 FE.
It makes perfect sense for Samsung to go all out to differentiate its cheaper alternatives from the high-end Galaxy Z Fold 6. Similar to its predecessor, the latter will support S-Pen, a feature that may not be available in the FE version. The potential addition of a titanium frame would further differentiate it from cheaper models.