Foldable

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.

A reliable leaker has provided detailed display specifications for Google's entire Pixel 9 lineup. Not only will this year's models have up to 60% brighter displays than current Pixel flagships, but the next Pixel Fold will also adopt more conventional aspect ratios in closed and open modes.

CheckMag The Galaxy Z Flip 6 has arrived, maintaining a similar look to its predecessor but incorporating a faster processor, extended battery life, and advanced AI features. If you're considering this phone in 2024, below are five key details to keep in mind.

Apple has been extremely late to the party when it comes to foldable smartphones, and that is unsurprising considering the company's cautious approach to adopting certain technologies. Previous rumors have hinted at several form factors being considered for the company's first foldable offering, and recent reports claim that may just be a foldable iPhone, with a form factor similar to Samsung's Z Flip series.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 has been put through the wringer by Zack Nelson of JerryRigEverything. Unsurprisingly, the phone shows familiar weaknesses with the scratch test. However, Samsung has managed to make the smartphone more dirt resistant.

A Xiaomi representative revealed that the foldable Mix Flip phone will launch outside China, with Bulgaria among five initial markets in Central and Eastern Europe. The Mix Flip has a dual-display design, a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, and a 4780mAh battery. Reports hint towards a European launch after August 15, but no concrete final date is available yet. The foldable smartphone will be reportedly priced at €1300/$1400 in Europe, which is a significant bump from its price in China.

Increasingly, Android OEMs are leaning towards adopting wider cover displays for their book-style foldables, whether that be Honor, Oppo or Vivo. According to a reliable leaker, Samsung will soon join the party with the Galaxy Z Fold6 Ultra, which is also referred to as the Galaxy Z Fold6 Slim because of its alleged 7 mm thick housing when closed.

There is good news and bad news for fans of the Huawei Nova series, according to a prominent tipster. The bad news is that the release of the line's next generation of mid-range smartphones has been postponed. On the other hand, it is apparently about to upgrade to foldable devices, with a debut of the first of those just around the corner.

The first teardown video for the brand new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 shows how best to look inside your new flip phone, what to look out for and, above all, what you can find inside. It also reveals the first vapor chamber cooling system in a Samsung flip phone.

A typically reliable leaker has commented on the state of the OnePlus Open 2, which will likely reach many markets as the Oppo Find N5. Allegedly, the OnePlus Open 2 could combine a Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset with a huge 6,000 mAh battery, although not until early 2025.

The MIX Flip is slated to soon receive a global release. However, it is already possible to pick up Xiaomi's crack at a Motorola Razr 50 Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 competitor outside China. Better still, the global version of the Xiaomi MIX Flip can be purchased worldwide rather than its Chinese counterpart.

The Xiaomi MIX Flip will get a global launch. It will also carry a lower price tag than its main rival, the Galaxy Z Flip 6.

As per 9to5Google, Samsung is dropping its own messaging app on new Galaxy phones in favor of Google Messages. Google is already driving RCS messaging, and this move will only align with the same. RCS has already been proved to be more secure and feature-rich than standard messaging protocols. While Samsung Messages can still be downloaded from the Galaxy Store, some features might be missing.

It seems that Honor will release the Magic V3 globally after all. Although the company decided against confirming as much during the device's initial launch, a leaker has shared evidence of Honor's global plans for its new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 rival.

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 comes with a handful of upgrades but some things have remained unchanged such as the lack of DeX support. However, despite this, the phone brings an improved desktop experience.

The 2024 Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Galaxy Z Flip6 have recorded some impressive pre-order numbers in Korea. However, even with pre-orders north of 900,000, Samsung's newest foldable have failed to dethrone last year's Galaxy Z Fold5 and Galaxy Z Flip5 that had more than 1 million pre-orders.

With a 165Hz pOLED main display, wireless charging and a powerful Qualcomm chipset, the Razr Plus was one of the most advanced clamshell foldable smartphones of 2023. Now, it is cheaper than ever before, as Motorola gears up to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the original flip phone of the same name.

Honor recently presented a foldable phone, the Magic V3, that is just 4.4 millimetres thick when unfolded despite its 5,150 mAh battery and flagship features. A teardown video now shows how Honor has managed to pack so much tech into so little space.

Xiaomi's first-ever clamshell-style foldable, the Xiaomi Mix Flip, is finally here. It comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, 4,800 mAh battery and two Leica-branded camera sensors.

Xiaomi has shown off its newest foldable: the Mix Fold 4. It comes with a high-end Qualcomm SoC, a 5,100 mAh battery, four camera sensors and a sleek chassis that measures just 9.47 mm folded. For now, it is available only in China starting at RMB 9,000 (EUR 1,134)