Samsung’s patent for triple-folding screen mechanism revealed
By ForGeeks Samsung appears to be making moves toward releasing an innovative triple-folding smartphone: a recently approved patent lifts the veil on the project. While the company hasn’t officially confirmed the development, the approval of the patent in November 2023 hints at possible directions Samsung could take with the new foldable device.
Triple Folding Features and Design
According to the patent, Samsung is developing a Z-shaped folding mechanism similar to the one implemented in the Huawei Mate XT. This design allows it to fold in two directions at once, creating a more versatile device. When unfolded, the device will likely be able to transform into a full-screen tablet, which is especially useful for multitasking and viewing content.
When unfolded, the device will likely be able to transform into a full-screen tablet, which is especially useful for multitasking and viewing content.
Triple folding will also help maximize the device’s screen area while remaining relatively compact when folded. The patent, filed more than three years ago but only recently approved, shows Samsung’s emphasis on the quality and reliability of the mechanism.
Samsung’s focus is on the quality and reliability of the mechanism.
Benefits and possible design issues
Huawei’s experience with the Mate XT helps visualize the potential difficulties Samsung could face. Triple-folding devices tend to develop a noticeable screen crease, which can become more pronounced over time. It’s likely that Samsung will look for new solutions to minimize this problem, perhaps using improved materials and innovative anti-aliasing technologies.
Samsung will likely look for new solutions to minimize this problem.
To maximize performance, Samsung will likely equip the upcoming triple fold smartphone with a flagship Snapdragon chipset. This approach will ensure that it maintains a high level of multitasking and smooth performance, which is especially important for devices with large screens that focus on multimedia content and work apps.
At the same time, the Snapdragon chipset is likely to be used to maximize the performance of the upcoming triple-fold smartphone.
Market potential and Samsung’s plans
The new format is expected to help Samsung strengthen its position in the foldable smartphone market. The move may also change the company’s priorities, with Samsung perhaps looking to focus on improving functionality and design quality rather than being first. It’s still unclear when exactly Samsung’s triple folding smartphone will hit the market, but the launch of the Galaxy S25 Ultra will likely precede the new product’s release.
Samsung’s triple folding smartphone is not yet clear.
