Samsung axes galaxy z trifold amid hype and high demand

Samsung's ambitious Galaxy Z TriFold foldable smartphone has been axed just a few short months after its launch, despite being a huge hit and selling out quickly.

Samsung cancels galaxy z trifold to focus on other foldable devices

The decision to discontinue the device, which was first announced in South Korea and later rolled out in the US and other countries, comes as a surprise considering its popularity. The Galaxy Z TriFold was met with huge interest and sold out every time Samsung restocked it.

Some analysts suggest that the company never intended the Galaxy Z TriFold to be a mass-market product, but rather a technological showcase to demonstrate its innovative capabilities. With high production costs, it's likely Samsung couldn't make a significant profit from the device.

Although Samsung has confirmed the end of the Galaxy Z TriFold, it still offers its Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, and is working on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. The company is also rumored to launch a new Galaxy Z Wide later this year.