NEWS  Smartphones  March 6, 2024  Reading time: 2 Minute(s)

Max (RS editor)

The landscape of smartphones is evolving rapidly, with foldable technology emerging as a key player in shaping the future of the industry. As giants like Samsung, OPPO, and OnePlus have already made significant strides in the foldable market, 2024 promises to be a year where this technology truly goes global, with the likes of Xiaomi and vivo stepping into the fray.

The bid on foldable phones for 2024 has been placed by Samsung on October 2024. Back then the company had set its sights on selling a staggering 20 million foldable devices in 2024. What looked like a strange piece of information turned to be the way to follow, with other companies following this new trend. Four months after the anticipation for this shift is palpable, fueled by recent leaks and industry insights.

 SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD 6 LEAKED IMAGES [CREDITS: ONLEAKS/SMARTPRIX] 

Renowned leaker Yogesh Brar has forecasted a flurry of foldable releases, heralding a new era for enthusiasts worldwide. Among the most anticipated launches are, of course, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 from Samsung, poised to continue the legacy of innovation set by their predecessors.

 SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FLIP 6 

Samsung's commitment to a global release underscores the growing demand for foldables beyond traditional markets. Similarly, OnePlus is poised to unveil the OnePlus Open 2, while OPPO gears up for the Find N5's global debut.

However, surprises and setbacks are part of the foldable journey. The cancellation of the OPPO Find N5 Flip and the absence of the Google Pixel Fold 2 highlight the dynamic nature of this burgeoning market. Yet, Vivo's potential launch of the Vivo X Fold 3 promises to bring competition to new heights, with its sleek design and advanced camera capabilities.

Xiaomi, too, enters the foldable arena with the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4, signaling its intent to compete on a global scale. The potential launch of the Xiaomi Mix Flip clamshell foldable further enriches the market, offering consumers a diverse range of options.

 FOLDABLE IPHONE CONCEPT IMAGE 

Beyond the excitement of individual releases - with rumours even about a foldable Apple iPhone - lies the broader implications for the smartphone industry. The convergence towards foldables signifies a paradigm shift, where innovation is not only measured by incremental improvements but by transformative leaps.