Samsung's upcoming foldable device may offer a more tablet-like experience.

      The company seems to be drawing inspiration from Apple's rumored foldable design.

      Apple is anticipated to unveil its first foldable iPhone next year, and recent leaks indicate it may differ significantly from Samsung’s flagship foldable. Instead of a tall, square display akin to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Apple is reportedly choosing a shorter, wider design. A recent report suggests that Samsung might also adopt a similar form factor for a device next year.

      ETNews reports that Samsung is preparing a "Wide Fold" to compete with the iPhone Fold. This device is expected to feature a 7.6-inch foldable display, comparable to the rumored 7.69-inch inner screen of the iPhone Fold. However, its cover screen is expected to be 5.4 inches, slightly larger than the iPhone Fold’s 4.75-inch outer display.

      Industry insiders acquainted with Samsung’s strategy indicate that the Wide Fold’s inner display will have a 4:3 aspect ratio. It is also rumored that the iPhone Fold will utilize a similarly wide aspect ratio, which may make both devices resemble compact tablets when opened.

      Rationale behind a shorter, wider design

      A wider aspect ratio could potentially resolve one of the main challenges with current foldables, which often feel awkward for multitasking and media consumption. By favoring width over height, both Apple and Samsung may aim to provide users with a more streamlined experience akin to their tablet offerings.

      The report also mentions that the Wide Fold will support 25W wireless charging, a feature expected to debut with the Galaxy S26 series early next year. Furthermore, it claims that this device might launch alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 next fall. If true, this could position the Wide Fold as an alternative rather than a direct substitution for the Galaxy Z Fold lineup.

      At this point, it is unclear how extensively Samsung plans to roll out this new form factor. The company might initially restrict availability to specific markets to evaluate interest, a strategy it recently employed with the Galaxy Z TriFold.

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