hello. This is Technologytodaynow. Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 derivatives, the , Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim , and the tentatively titled Galaxy Z Fold 6 Ultra,which are expected to launch in October, will reportedly expand the use of high-end materials.
Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim is expected to feature titanium materials and an innovative design
Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim introduces a titanium backplate
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim may feature a titanium backplate instead of the traditional stainless steel or carbon fiber-reinforced plastic, according to a report from South Korean IT publication The Elec. The titanium backplate is lightweight yet strong, and is expected to offer better durability than the existing materials.
The backplate is a critical component that acts as a support between the foldable panel and the hinge. While titanium is difficult to machine, it is lighter and stronger than stainless steel, and has the potential to improve the durability and portability of foldable smartphones at the same time. If the titanium backplate is successful in the Galaxy ZFold 6 Slim, we can expect to see it expanded to the Galaxy Fold and Flip series, as well as derivative models in the future.
Thickness and design of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim
The expected thickness of the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim is around 11 mm, which will reportedly be reduced while excluding digitizers that recognize the S Pen. However, with 9 mm foldable smartphones currently available in the market, the 11 mm thickness is a disappointment that doesn’t match the title of ‘slim.’
This is especially disappointing since the Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim is expected to be a more expensive model than the original Fold series. However, Chosun Ilbo exclusively reported that it will be 10mm thick, and since thickness isn’t everything, we’ll have to wait and see how it looks and performs.
Improved wrinkles and eye-catching design elements
The issue of foldable smartphones’ wrinkles is also one of the biggest concerns of consumers. The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim is expected to offer better wrinkles than its predecessor. According to X User Ice Universe, it will have a slightly shallower wrinkle than the Fold 6 regular model. Ice Universe also stressed that Samsung is strictly controlling product information, so it is not easy to obtain information, but it has design elements that stand out internally.
Finalize
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 Slim has elements that differentiate it from the regular model in various aspects, such as a titanium backplate and improved wrinkles. However, it seems to be thicker than a 9mm foldable smartphone, and we will update you on this part when we get further news.