Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: Unleashing a Million Units Worldwide

Samsung is reportedly initiating the production of one million units of its new Wide Fold foldable, exceeding earlier expectations.

Previously, when speculations regarding Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold foldable surfaced, conservative estimates suggested initial production quantities as low as 50,000 units.

However, recent reports from Korea indicate a significant shift in approach.

As per ETnews, Samsung is gearing up to manufacture one million units of its “Wide Fold” model, marking the highest volume for one of its special models in the past three years.

Samsung’s confidence in foldables

The rationale behind Samsung’s bold production strategy is a blend of confidence in the new product category (shared by Apple) and a proactive stance to boost foldable sales.

For those keeping track of Samsung’s array of Galaxy Fold foldables, the Samsung Galaxy Fold Wide is poised to precede the iPhone Fold with a slightly broader internal display. Reports suggest a 7.6-inch screen in a 4:3 aspect ratio, departing from the square shape of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.

The external screen is expected to measure 5.4 inches, smaller than typical book-style foldables.

The launch of the Samsung Galaxy Fold Wide alongside the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 in the third quarter signifies a strategic shift, departing from previous launches of special models outside the main foldable series to prevent cannibalization.

Could Honor enter the foldable market?

In related news, rumors suggest that Honor is gearing up to enter the wide foldable segment.

Per sources (via Huaweicentral), Honor’s wider foldable will replace the existing Honor Magic Vs series at a similar price point.

The company might maintain its smaller Honor Magic V Flip line in 2026.