Samsung Galaxy TriFold to Launch in Only a Few Markets, Leaving Most Fans Waiting

Samsung’s Galaxy TriFold is finally stepping out of the shadows – but only for a select few. Despite the massive anticipation surrounding the world’s first triple-folding smartphone from the tech giant, Samsung appears to be playing its cards conservatively. Reliable leaker Evan Blass has poured cold water on global fans’ hopes, revealing that the Galaxy TriFold will initially be available only in South Korea, China, Singapore, Taiwan, and possibly the UAE.

For now, North America and Europe are out of luck.

This revelation directly contradicts earlier reports – including one from CNN – suggesting that Samsung was seriously considering a U.S. release. But looking back at Samsung’s history, this shouldn’t be shocking. The company often takes a cautious approach when introducing revolutionary hardware. Just recently, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 SE followed the same limited-release pattern, debuting solely in Samsung’s home market and China.

Industry insiders suggest that Samsung is taking a wait-and-see approach with its latest innovation. While Huawei has already launched a tri-folding device, its U.S

. absence due to trade restrictions means Samsung still has an open runway in Western markets – once it’s ready. But that day might be far off. Sources indicate that Samsung will produce just 50,000 units of the Galaxy TriFold for this first phase, a number that screams ‘experimental.’ The company seems unsure if users are ready for such a radical design or if the price tag – rumored to hover around a jaw-dropping $3,000 – will scare off even the most die-hard fans.

Unlike Samsung’s current foldables, which fold once like a book, the TriFold’s screen folds in two places, offering a more immersive, tablet-like experience when unfolded. It’s arguably the biggest leap in the Galaxy lineup since the first Fold debuted in 2019, marking a new era of design ambition for the company. The tri-fold display, originally teased years ago by Samsung Display, has reportedly been production-ready for quite some time. What held it back, insiders claim, was corporate hesitation about whether consumers would embrace another unconventional device after years of moderate foldable adoption.

Still, this limited release might be a blessing in disguise. Samsung’s first foldable launch in 2019 was marred by fragile screens and last-minute delays. By restricting the TriFold’s debut to a handful of markets, Samsung could quietly test its durability, user satisfaction, and demand before scaling up production. In that sense, early adopters might be better off waiting for a refined second generation rather than spending thousands on a potentially buggy first-gen model.

However, for tech enthusiasts and collectors who crave innovation, the exclusivity only adds to the allure. Samsung is rumored to unveil the TriFold – possibly named the Galaxy G Fold or Multifold 7 – at next month’s APEC Summit. Bloomberg reports that the device will be displayed under glass, meaning even journalists won’t get hands-on time. Sales are expected to start later this year, signaling the dawn of a new chapter in mobile technology – one that folds not once, but twice.