Samsung Aims to Mainstream Foldables with Thinner, Tougher Galaxy Z Fold 6
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Samsung is planning to redesign the Galaxy Z Fold 6 to make it 25% thinner than the Z Fold 5, at 11mm depth vs 16mm. This will make it more compact and mainstream-friendly.
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Foldable phone sales are growing 25% year-over-year, but consumer retention is low due to durability concerns. Samsung hopes new military-grade certification will help.
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The Z Fold 6 will have a more standard aspect ratio for its cover display, making it less tall and thin and more usable.
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The changes address issues that have made foldables niche, helping bring Samsung's flagship foldable into the mainstream.
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Samsung also plans to address high foldable prices to appeal to more consumers.