Highlights
- Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim to be 11.5mm thick, about 5% thinner than the regular version
- Pen compatibility removed to achieve a thinner design
- Slim version will be available in Korea and China later this year
- Samsung focuses on balance between thinness and functionality
Samsung is working on a new version of its foldable phone, called the Galaxy Z Fold 6 “Slim”.
But it looks like it won’t be as thin as people thought.
Samsung used to be the only big name in foldable phones.
Now, other companies are making foldables too, and some are even thinner than Samsung’s.
The new Galaxy Z Fold 6 is 12.1mm thick, which is the thinnest Samsung has made.
But a company called Honor has a foldable phone that’s only 9.2mm thick.
To keep up, Samsung is trying to make an even thinner version of their phone.
They’re calling it the Galaxy Z Fold 6 “Slim”.
But a new report says it might not be as slim as we hoped.
The Challenges of Making Thinner Phones
The report says the new “Slim” phone will be about 11.5mm thick.
That’s only about 5% thinner than the regular Galaxy Z Fold 6.
To make it thinner, Samsung is taking out the part that lets the phone work with a special pen.
This part alone makes the phone 0.6mm thicker.
Samsung isn’t making the phone super thin because they’re worried about how well it will work.
They think it’s better to have a slightly thicker phone that works well, rather than a very thin one that might have problems.
Some parts for this new phone are already being made.
The “Slim” version will only be sold in Korea and China later this year.
Samsung once wanted to make a foldable phone less than 8mm thick, but that seems hard to do right now.
Even though it’s not as thin as some hoped, the new Galaxy Z Fold 6 “Slim” is still a step forward for Samsung.
It shows they’re trying to make their foldable phones better, even if the changes are small.
As more companies make foldable phones, we might see even thinner ones in the future.
SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 6 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP + 12 MP + 10 MP |
| Front Camera | 12 MP |
| Battery | 4700 mAh |
| Display | 7.8 inches (19.81 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | August 2, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v12 |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| CPU | Octa core (3.2 GHz, Single core, Cortex X3 + 2.8 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A715 + 2 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A510) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 4 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 740 |
| RAM | 12 GB |
Display
| Display Type | Dynamic AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 7.8 inches (19.81 cm) |
| Resolution | 1768 x 2208 pixels |
| Pixel Density | 363 ppi |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass, Glass Victus |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 50 MP, Primary Camera 12 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 10 MP , Telephoto Camera |
|
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8150 x 6150 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 12 MP, Primary Camera | |
Battery
| Capacity | 4700 mAh |
| Type | Li-ion |
| Removable | No |
| Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 256 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Not Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | USB Type-C |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer |
FAQs
How thick will the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim be?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim will be approximately 11.5mm thick, making it about 5% thinner than the regular Galaxy Z Fold 6.
Why is Samsung removing the pen compatibility from the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim?
Samsung is removing the pen compatibility to reduce the phone’s thickness by 0.6mm, contributing to the overall slimmer design.
Where will the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim be available?
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim will be sold exclusively in Korea and China later this year.
What challenges does Samsung face in making thinner foldable phones?
Samsung faces challenges in maintaining the phone’s functionality and durability while reducing its thickness.
They prioritize a slightly thicker phone that works well over a thinner one that might have issues.
Are there thinner foldable phones available from other companies?
Yes, other companies like Honor have released foldable phones that are thinner than Samsung’s, with some models being as thin as 9.2mm.
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