Samsung is abandoning ultra‑thin phones after the failure of the Galaxy S25 Edge, and the TriFold 2 will not appear for now

Samsung is ditching ultra-thin smartphones – foldable models remain in focus

1 – Brief summary
* Samsung Electronics announced the launch of the Galaxy S25 Edge last May, but sales of this ultra‑thin model fell short compared with other devices in the Galaxy S series.

* After announcing the Galaxy S26 family, mobile device division head Won Chun Choi told Bloomberg that it is still unclear whether to develop a new ultra‑thin model or even a new “three‑part” foldable phone.

* The company continues work on a wider version of the Galaxy Z Fold to compete with a potential first Apple iPhone fold.

2 – Reasons for declining demand
| Factor | What’s happening | Thickness |
|--------|-----------------|-----------|
| Galaxy S25 Edge – only 5.8 mm thick. While the iPhone Air is also thin, it has one camera and a mono‑speaker, whereas the S25 has two cameras and stereo speakers. | Battery | Its capacity does not allow for battery life comparable to full‑size Samsung smartphones, reducing device appeal. | Price | Attempting to create a “Galaxy Z TriFold” (three parts, two hinges) cost around $3,000 – too high for the mass market.

3 – Future plans
* The Galaxy Z Fold with one hinge will be released this summer.

* It may become a wider model resembling the size of the Galaxy Z TriFold but at lower cost.

* Users appreciated the expanded workspace when unfolded – a key argument for Samsung.

* The Privacy Display feature (screen privacy protection) appeared on the Galaxy S26 Ultra only after a delay caused by technical issues.

* It was originally planned for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but that did not happen.

* Currently the technology is available only on flagships, but the company is considering extending it to cheaper models and flexible displays.

* A new S‑Pen will be adapted to the updated screen, supporting new features.

4 – Bottom line
Samsung does not see a need for a new ultra‑thin Galaxy S25 Edge or “Galaxy Z TriFold” lineup. Instead, the company focuses on improving single‑hinge foldables and introducing new features (Privacy Display, upgraded S‑Pen). This decision keeps Samsung competitive in the foldable smartphone segment and prepares it for a possible Apple iPhone Fold.