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It appears that Motorola could be preparing to release a third foldable under its Razr 50 series. While the company already sells the Razr 50 and Razr 50 Ultra, new evidence has come to light that the company is working on a device called the Razr 50s too.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition has been pictured for the first time. Its camera module is noticeably thicker than the regular Galaxy Z Fold 6, and the phone's chassis has a different finish.

Huawei has now confirmed that the Mate XT will debut as the world's first tri-folding smartphone in September 2024. It is also now set to integrate design cues from the OEM's other top-end mobile devices. In addition, the XT's latest trailer may or may not drop hints as to another brand-first smart health product.

Honor has now brought the Magic V3 to global audiences. Released today and showcased at IFA 2024 in Berlin, the Honor Magic V3 is not only thinner and lighter than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, but it is also considerably cheaper thanks to a range of launch discounts and offers.

Some buyers of the Galaxy Z Fold6, which is not exactly cheap at around $1700, have expressed their displeasure on social networks at the quality of the coating, which appears to be peeling off in places after just a few weeks. Samsung has addressed this problem in the form of a help page, but blames the use of third-party products.

On paper, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has slightly worse cameras than its predecessor, as two of the three rear cameras have smaller sensors. According to an analysis by DxOMark, the camera system nevertheless achieves better image quality and also outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6.

Huawei's next premium mobile device is (very deliberately) set to launch on the same day as the iPhone 16 event in China. The OEM has just announced that it will debut as the Mate XT. Its first ever video trailer gives few hints as to the ground-breaking tri-fold nature that might be expected, however.

Huawei has confirmed it will unveil its tri-folding smartphone in China on September 10, the next day Apple plans to show off its next generation of iPhones.

More details about Samsung's long-rumoured limited-run foldable smartphone have emerged through a reliable leaker. Allegedly arriving this September, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition could achieve a new thinner glass type to achieve a less visible display crease but possibly at the expense of S Pen support.

Google may have now started shipping the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Pro XL, but it is still keeping the Pixel 9 Pro Fold waiting in the wings. Not only does the company's new foldable feature weaker camera hardware and a different design than its Pixel 9 Pro counterparts, but it also turns out that Google has designed the Pixel 9 Pro Fold to be incompatible with its official wireless charging accessories.

Prior to the launch of its ultra-slim Magic V3 foldable phone, Honor has put out a tongue-in-cheek jab at Samsung, in the form of a 166-word ‘apology’ to owners of the Galaxy Z Fold 6. The message is engraved on a microscopic scale on the side of the Magic V3 by British micro-artist Graham Short. The engraving is only done as a one-off on an internal unit, and will not appear on production units.

Samsung could be mere days away from releasing its next foldable smartphone. In the meantime, an infamous leaker has prompted that the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition could depart from the Galaxy Z Fold6 in a key camera-related area.

The Phantom Ultimate 2 concept is only 1.1 cm thick and Tecno managed to also reduce the battery cover profile to just 0.25 mm. It integrates an advanced dual-hinge design that, when fully unfolded, reveals a 10-inch LTPO OLED display with 1620 x 2880 4:3 resolution

OnePlus has opened pre-orders for the Apex Edition (also known as the Collector's Edition) of the Open in Europe. This new version of the first-gen foldable Android smartphone comes with a new colorway and 1TB of internal storage. It commands a sky-high price even compared to the standard edition - albeit with limited-time free gifts and offers.

The Honor Magic V3 is widely touted to launch as one of the thinnest foldable smartphones of the year later in 2024. However, that does not mean it is not durable - according to some new YouTube clips, that is. They consist of highly creative teasers that allegedly showcase the robust potential of the Magic V3's new Super Steel construction in advance.

Apple's highly anticipated foldable MacBook project has reportedly hit major technical challenges, leading to a delay in mass production from the original target of the first half of 2026 to late 2027 or 2028. Additionally, the company has canceled plans for a larger 20.25-inch model, opting for an 18.8-inch version instead.

UK and European pricing for the Honor Magic V3 has leaked online, as have launch colours and the device's sole memory configuration. While Honor's latest foldable is rumoured to start for about as much as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6, it is also said to be launching with twice as much storage.

According to new rumours, Samsung is plotting to introduce a camera upgrade for the first time in four generations of its larger foldable. Currently, the upgrade is expected to make its debut in the Galaxy Z Fold6 Ultra, a slimmer but larger alternative to the existing Galaxy Z Fold6.

New evidence has surfaced about the forthcoming Galaxy Z Fold6 Ultra, which is also known as the Galaxy Z Fold6 Slim. Reportedly coming in at just 10 mm when closed, Samsung is also expected to release the device next month but only in two countries.

The world will not have to wait much longer for the release of its first ever tri-fold smartphone, according to a new leak. The ground-breaking device is slated to come courtesy of Huawei and arrive ahead of more conventional handsets such as those of the Mate 70 series. However, it is also thought to be a niche device that will not come cheap.

The Honor Magic V3 will be unveiled at the 2024 edition of IFA Berlin alongside other devices. However, there's the question of how soon it will be available to buy and how much it will cost.

Infinix' first-ever foldable clamshell smartphone is headed to regions such as India very soon, according to the latest leaks. The device, thought to debut as the Zero Flip, has been approved for use as a 5G device in multiple jurisdictions to date, thereby giving more weight to rumors that it will be made official by the OEM very soon.

Tecno broke into the foldable smartphone market in 2023, toting one of the most premium main screens of the year in the process. Now, its Android 14-powered iteration is tipped to launch soon. The Phantom V Fold2 5G is slated to run on a high-end chipset from MediaTek and have a 50MP main camera - then again, so did its predecessor.

Huawei is developing a smartphone with a double-folded 10-inch display, which has now been spotted in the wild for the second time, this time folded. Despite the double fold, the device looks relatively thin and the camera module is reminiscent of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Those opting for a foldable smartphone will have to accept compromises when it comes to the camera system. A detailed analysis by DxOMark now shows that although the Galaxy Z Flip6 has better cameras than its predecessor, it is not entirely without flaws.

According to reports, Xiaomi is preparing to deliver the Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 14T Pro much earlier than expected. Not only that, but the pair could be joined later this month by the MIX Flip, Xiaomi's first attempt at creating a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip rival.

A Huawei executive has been spotted using the company's yet-to-be-announced tri-folding smartphone out in the open. Rumours from Weibo indicate it could be launched later this year.

The recently launched OnePlus Open Apex Edition usually starts at $1,899 — $200 more than the regular Open, but a launch discount slashes the price of the Open Apex Edition by $300. The OnePlus Open Apex Edition also includes a free pair of OnePlus Buds Pro 2 wireless earbuds, which usually sell for $179.99.

If you are looking for a flip phone, then the new Motorola Razr+ 2024 might be worth taking a look at. It is waterproof and super stable. However, it does suffer a little when it comes to its performance. We have summarized our test results for you.

The OnePlus Open Apex Edition has been announced in the US and it brings new features such as 1TB of storage and a privacy mode. It also comes with an even heavier price tag.

The rise of the foldable smartphone with an even bigger main screen due to being able to fold into thirds rather than just in half is about to begin after all, according to a reputable leaker. It may or may not be ready to launch alongside the next generation of its manufacturer's best-known 'business-class' conventional candy-bar device, yet be even more expensive than its current foldable flagship.

According to a new report, Honor intends to sell the Magic V3 globally in more colours than it currently offers the Magic V2. Potentially debuting outside China next month during IFA 2024 in Berlin, the Honor Magic V3 is considerably thinner than the likes of the Galaxy Z Fold6 and the rumoured Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

According to a recent report by Jeff Pu, Apple's first foldable device has allegedly been delayed quite significantly. Citing 'display durability' issues, Pu believes that the company's first foldable will not hit shelves until the second quarter of 2026 at the earliest.

Huawei has introduced the Nova Flip as a new clamshell-style smartphone that starts for less than its spiritual predecessor the Pocket S. Nevertheless, it has been presented as an ultra-thin foldable (when open) with an AI-enhanced 50MP rear camera that can be ordered in vegan leather with up to 1TB of internal storage.

DxOMark has published the camera test results of the recently launched Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6. With an overall score of 133, it currently ranks 1st in the foldable phone category. However, when compared to all the other phones the benchmarking firm has tested, it holds the 45th spot.

The launch of Google's next foldable smartphone is almost upon us. In the meantime, the device has been spotted being used at a coffee shop ahead of its mid-August launch as the Pixel 9 Pro Fold.

Huawei's upcoming Nova Flip foldable smartphone has shown up on Geekbench. It features a Kirin 8000 SoC and 12 GB of RAM.

OnePlus hasn't announced plans for a new foldable yet but it has announced the OnePlus Open is getting a new edition. It's not just a new color though.

The launch of Google's second foldable smartphone is almost upon us. While the device is not due to launch until August 13, reliable sources have confirmed more details about the device, including its 'Pixel 9 Pro Fold' name.

Samsung claims that the Galaxy Z Fold is finally officially rated against solid particle ingress. However, a new durability video has revealed that IP48 resistance does not necessarily mean that the Galaxy Z Fold6 keeps out dust or sand better than its predecessors.

Samsung is said to be working on a thinner version of the recently launched Galaxy Z Fold 6, which will reportedly have a "Slim" suffix. It was speculated to rival the thin form factor of the Chinese rivals, but a recent report suggests that it won't be thinner than 11 mm.

The Huawei Nova Flip won't match the Huawei Pocket 2 when it comes to its specifications, but they are still pretty decent. It will also come in four colors.

Huawei is seemingly moving its Nova series into the foldable smartphone market with the upcoming launch of the Nova Flip. Positioned between the existing Nova and Pocket series, the Flip will target consumers who want stylish, affordable devices with user-friendly features. The Nova Flip will feature a square external screen. Alongside the Nova Flip, Huawei will unveil other products on August 6th, including new tablets and laptops.

Google has already revealed its second-gen foldable smartphone in teaser video form - however, new renders purport to yield another more static look at the upcoming Pixel 9 series flagship. They also suggest that the new device will come in 2 colors and as a stark contrast to its Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 rival.

The first retailers are selling the Xiaomi MIX Fold 4 outside China. Available before Xiaomi confirms whether it will release its Honor Magic V3 and Vivo X Fold3 Pro rival globally, the MIX Fold 4 is also considerably hundred dollars cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 despite its thinner and lighter hardware.

PITAKA has announced that the latest additions to its MagEZ Case series are for Samsung's latest foldable flagship Android smartphones. The accessories are touted to reinforce the Galaxy Z Fold6 or Galaxy Z Flip6 IP-rated builds with aramid fibers in a range of woven colorways. They are also backed to prevent extra bulk with Slimboard 2.0 technology.