We have been waiting for months for a real change in Samsung's foldable family. If you remember, you will remember that in the month of February we already had a animated reference of the then called Z Fold Widewhich would have a panoramic effect very different from the usual elongated format. The idea pointed to a passport-style device, designed to be much more comfortable when used on a daily basis.
Now the mystery has a definitive form, since now we have a image built in CAD where it gives us better details of the terminal in question. These leaked renders reveal a radical change in overall ergonomics. When folded, the external screen adopts a traditional proportion that makes it easier to write with one hand, solving one of the biggest complaints of users compared to previous generation models.
More battery and a redesign with lights and shadows
This redesign is no coincidence: the brand seeks to protect itself from the imminent arrival of new rivals on the market. The wider format not only improves the multimedia experience when opening the phone, but also allows the integration of superior components. The latest rumors indicate that the extra space will be used to house a battery of 5,000 mAh with fast charging 45W, a jump necessary to fully squeeze the terminal.
But let's be real, not everything aims to be wonderful. Although the power will be guaranteed with the processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5a wider design with a large rear camera module could make the phone dance quite a bit when resting it on a table. Furthermore, it remains to be seen how they manage the total weight, since these devices tend to put a lot of strain on our pockets and adding a larger battery does not usually help with lightness.
Samsung seems determined to take risks with this new concept to lead the premium sector without keeping cards up its sleeve. Taking into account these drastic changes to the chassis and its obvious impact on everyday portabilityDo you think this wider format is truly the right path for foldable smartphones?
