Samsung Delays The Release Of The Galaxy Fold

Samsung has confirmed to The Verge that the Galaxy Fold has been delayed.  

The company said they are evaluating the issues by running further tests and making necessary changes to ensure the quality of the device is in line with their standards. A new release date will be announced in the coming weeks.

The full statement can be read below:

"We recently unveiled a completely new mobile category: a smartphone using multiple new technologies and materials to create a display that is flexible enough to fold. We are encouraged by the excitement around the Galaxy Fold. 

While many reviewers shared with us the vast potential they see, some also showed us how the device needs further improvements that could ensure the best possible user experience."

To fully evaluate this feedback and run further internal tests, we have decided to delay the release of the Galaxy Fold. We plan to announce the release date in the coming weeks. 

Initial findings from the inspection of reported issues on the display showed that they could be associated with impact on the top and bottom exposed areas of the hinge. There was also an instance where substances found inside the device affected the display performance.

We will take measures to strengthen the display protection. We will also enhance the guidance on care and use of the display including the protective layer so that our customers get the most out of their Galaxy Fold.

We value the trust our customers place in us and they are always our top priority. Samsung is committed to working closely with customers and partners to move the industry forward. We want to thank them for their patience and understanding."

Samsung Announces The Galaxy Fold

During Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2019 event, the company announced the Galaxy Fold, a folding smartphone-tablet hybrid.

The Galaxy Fold features a 4.6” display when folded, and a 7.3” display in its tablet form. It uses an infinity-flex display that includes a sophisticated hinge system that creates a “seamless, elegant look."

The phone comes in Cosmos Black, Space Silver, Martian Green and Astro Blue, and customers can personalize the hinge color. When closed, it can make calls and fits in the palm of your hand. When opened, it can view videos, and much more. It also includes three app multitasking, a 7nm processor, 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB storage. To power all of this, it includes two batteries - one on each side. It also houses 6 cameras, 3 on the back, 2 on the inside and 1 in the front.

The Galaxy Fold is starting at $1,980 and will be available on April 26.