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Samsung’s TriFold Sells Out in Korea as Huawei’s Mate X7 Goes Global, Escalating the Foldable Race

Limited runs plus premium pricing are driving scarcity and strong first-day demand.

Overview

  • Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold went on sale at 20 stores in South Korea for KRW 3.59 million (about $2,436) and initial stock sold out within minutes, with restock alerts now open.
  • The tri-fold is being showcased in the UAE with pre-registrations, offers a 10-inch 120Hz inner display and 6.5-inch cover, Snapdragon 8 Elite, 200MP main camera, 5,600mAh battery and IP48 rating, and wider availability is planned for 2026 including the U.S.
  • Huawei launched the Mate X7 globally in Dubai, positioning a slim book-style foldable with IP58/IP59 protection, a 6.49-inch cover and 8-inch inner 120Hz OLEDs, a Kirin 9030 Pro chipset, and a 5,600mAh battery with 66W wired and 50W wireless charging.
  • Imaging is a focus for the Mate X7 with a 50MP main camera using a 10‑stop variable aperture and a 50MP 3.5x periscope telephoto, with pricing around €2,099 in select regions such as Southeast Asia in the coming weeks.
  • Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is reviewed as a mid-range clamshell entry featuring a 6.7-inch 120Hz display, Exynos 2400 and a 4,000mAh battery, with noted trade-offs in sustained performance and low-light photography.