Samsung is preparing to reveal its highly anticipated next generation of foldable smartphones, namely the Galaxy Fold 5 and Galaxy Flip 5. These devices are expected to come with the added feature of dust resistance, according to media reports. Tipster @chunvn8888, as cited by 9to5Google, has shared information regarding the dust resistance support in the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Flip 5. Samsung had previously introduced water resistance in its foldable smartphone lineup with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3.
Growing Competition in the Foldable Smartphone Space
The foldable smartphone market is witnessing fierce competition from other manufacturers such as Oppo and Tecno. Both companies have also unveiled their own foldable devices, namely the Oppo Find N2 Flip and Tecno Phantom V. Notably, the Tecno Phantom V is the first foldable phone to be launched under Rs 1 lakh.
Galaxy Unpacked Event in South Korea
Samsung has confirmed that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will take place in its home country, South Korea, for the first time. The event is scheduled for late July in Seoul, the capital of South Korea. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. will officially unveil its next-generation foldable smartphones during this event. The venue for Galaxy Unpacked is set to be COEX in Samseong-dong, Gangnam, which is an intersection where Teheran-ro, a hub for domestic innovative startups, and Bongeunsa, a millennial Buddhist temple, converge.
Samsung’s Commitment to Breakthrough Innovation
TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics, expressed Samsung’s dedication to delivering groundbreaking innovation that pushes boundaries and reshapes the future of mobile experiences. The foldable category exemplifies Samsung’s philosophy and vision for the future.
Increasing Popularity of Foldable Smartphones
The shipments of foldable smartphones are projected to reach 16 million units worldwide, marking a 73% increase compared to the previous year. This surge indicates the growing mainstream acceptance of the foldable form factor. According to market intelligence firm Counterpoint Research, foldable shipments are expected to grow to 26 million units this year.
Galaxy Fold 5 and Flip 5 as Successors
Samsung is anticipated to launch the Galaxy Fold 5 and Galaxy Flip 5 as successors to last year’s Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Flip 4. The Galaxy Z series devices are claimed to be the most durable foldable smartphones ever created by Samsung.
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