Samsung is steadily building anticipation for its next generation of foldable devices, expected to launch in the coming months. While exact specifications for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 remain under wraps, a series of official teasers from the South Korean tech giant is providing an increasingly clear picture of what this highly anticipated foldable smartphone will offer.
An ‘Ultra’ Addition to the Foldable Lineup?
The teaser campaign kicked off on June 3, with Samsung inviting users to “meet the next chapter of Ultra” alongside an animation of a foldable device. This strongly suggests an upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra model, positioned as a premium offering in their foldable portfolio. Intriguingly, the original teaser’s image file name, “Galaxy-Z-Fold7-Z-Flip7-Pre-tease-Bartype_1920x1080.gif”, inadvertently appeared to confirm the names for both the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. Subsequent communications have consistently used the tagline “The Ultra experience is ready to unfold,” reinforcing expectations for a high-end Ultra variant this year.
Stylized outline of a Samsung foldable phone, hinting at the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra model.
Aiming for a New Standard in Slimness
Following this, on June 9, Samsung released another teaser for its Z series, proclaiming the “newest Galaxy Z series is the thinnest, lightest and most advanced foldable yet.” An accompanying animated GIF showcased an exceptionally slender foldable outline, though Samsung included a disclaimer: “Image simulated for illustrative purposes.” Achieving the “thinnest” title will be challenging; the Honor Magic V3 measures 9.3mm folded (4.4mm unfolded), and the Oppo Find N5 is even slimmer at 8.9mm (4.2mm unfolded). Honor has also teased that its upcoming Magic V5 will be even thinner, intensifying the competition in the ultra-slim foldable market. For context, last year’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 was a comparatively thicker 12.1mm when folded and 5.6mm unfolded.
Animated teaser graphic illustrating the potential slim profile of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Triple Cameras with Enhanced AI Capabilities
Just two days later, on June 11, Samsung shifted focus to camera technology and AI with its third Galaxy Z Fold 7 teaser. Another animation hinted at a triple camera setup, similar to the Z Fold 6. However, the emphasis was clearly on AI-driven enhancements. Samsung stated, “the Galaxy camera is now part of the intuitive interface that turns what users see into understanding and action. When paired with the flexible, expansive screen of a foldable, this experience becomes even more powerful, dynamic and immersive.” This suggests the Galaxy Z Fold 7 might integrate features akin to Google’s Gemini Live, where the AI assistant uses the camera to provide contextual information about the user’s surroundings. Such capabilities could revolutionize how users interact with their environment through their foldable device, offering real-time information and assistance.
Outline of a triple-lens camera array, suggesting advanced AI camera features for the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
These teasers paint an exciting picture for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7, hinting at a potential Ultra variant, a significantly slimmer and lighter design, and a sophisticated AI-enhanced triple camera system. With recent reports pointing towards a Galaxy Unpacked event in July, the official unveiling of Samsung’s next-generation foldables may only be a few weeks away. Stay tuned for further announcements and comprehensive details as they emerge.
