The Galaxy Z Fold is the first series of foldable Android smartphones created by Samsung. Galaxy Z Fold phones have two displays, a slightly narrow external screen for casual use, and a large, phablet-style screen that is accessed by unfolding the phone like a book.

The Galaxy Z Fold’s name was influenced by Samsung’s other folding series of smartphones, the Galaxy Z Flip. The difference between the two phones is the Z Flip acts as a traditional flip phone, while the Z Fold is more like a tablet.

The original Galaxy Fold

Originally announced in February 2019, the first phone in the series was called the Galaxy Fold. It was to be one of the first on the market to feature a foldable display. The 4.6-inch “cover” display expanded to 7.3 inches when unfolded. The Galaxy Fold was to be released in spring 2019, at a starting price point of $1,980.

In April 2019, the Galaxy Fold’s release was postponed by Samsung. Review models had issues, including a hinge that allowed objects to be trapped inside and a display layer that could easily peel off.

Samsung re-released the phone with a more permanent screen protector and a more well-covered hinge in September 2019.

Versions of the Galaxy Z Fold

Galaxy Fold

As mentioned above, the original folding Samsung phone was released (and re-released) in 2019 and featured a 4.6-inch folded display and a 7.3-inch unfolded display. The main cameras on the device were on the back of the phone, and both displays featured selfie cameras.

  • 12 GB RAM
  • 4,380 mAh battery
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset
  • 512 GB storage

Galaxy Z Fold2

Released in 2020, the sequel to the Galaxy Fold introduced the new name and a redesigned hinge. The screen-to-body ratio was also larger, featuring a 6.23-inch folded display and a 7.6-inch unfolded display.

  • 12 GB RAM
  • 4,500 mAh battery
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ chipset
  • 256 or 512 GB storage

Galaxy Z Fold3

Released in August 2021, the third edition Galaxy Z Fold included IPX8 water resistance and official support for the S-Pen stylus.

  • 12 GB RAM
  • 4,400 mAh battery
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset
  • 256 or 512 GB storage

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