Samsung’s foldable ambitions may be expanding beyond its current lineup. A new leak suggests the company is developing a different type of foldable smartphone that focuses on a wider form factor instead of the tall, narrow design seen in its existing foldable devices. The rumoured device could introduce a more tablet-like experience while maintaining a familiar display size and flagship-level hardware.

A New Foldable Shape

According to recent leaks, the foldable may feature a 7.6-inch inner display, which is the same size used in many recent Galaxy Fold models. However, the key difference may lie in the aspect ratio. Instead of the tall layout typical of Samsung’s current foldables, this new device could adopt a wider 4:3-style design when unfolded.

This "squarer" format could make the phone feel more like a small tablet. Tasks such as reading articles, browsing websites, or watching videos may benefit from the larger horizontal space. A wider outer screen could also improve everyday tasks like typing messages and navigating apps.

Rumoured Tech Specs

Performance is also expected to match Samsung’s future premium devices. The leak claims the foldable may run on Qualcomm’s upcoming Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a chip likely to power several flagship smartphones in the next generation. If true, the device would deliver top-tier performance similar to future foldables expected from Samsung’s Galaxy Z series.

Additionally, the rumoured phone may include a dual-cell battery with around 4800 mAh capacity, which is typical for large foldable devices. Like most foldables, the battery would likely be split across both halves of the device to balance weight and maintain a slim design.

Possible Launch Plans

Early information suggests Samsung might launch the device first in South Korea, its home market. There are also hints that Samsung is already preparing software support for the wider form factor, as references to the design reportedly appeared in a build of the company’s One UI 9 software.

Looking Ahead

If the leaks are accurate, Samsung may not be replacing its current foldables. Instead, the company could be experimenting with multiple foldable styles. But for now, the device remains a rumour. But the increasing number of leaks suggests Samsung may be exploring a broader foldable strategy as competition in the segment continues to grow. We will have to wait and see, so stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.