When the Huawei Mate XT was first seen unfolding in a Z-shaped motion to deploy a main display of just over 10 inches in diagonal length, it was assumed that all devices of its new tri-folding type would do the same.
That is not to be the case when Samsung eventually unleashes its upcoming challenger, according to the latest leaks. Now, @TechHighest has added to the leaks demonstrating the potentially crucial difference between the XT (or newer XTs) and what might be Galaxy series’ upcoming tri-fold.
The latest of these apparently official One UI animations purports to reiterate the fact that the Samsung device’s cover display is actually in the middle of the device, leaving 2 panels to fold and unfold relative to it.
The placement might have been chosen for optimal selfie previews using the device’s main cameras (to the left from the perspective of the viewer in this case), as the new clip implies.
It also highlights the possibility that the user might have to put the device down on the cover display if they want it to go flat on a table when closed, or to charge a pair of earbuds with what is ostensibly the wireless charger under the rear cameras.
Then again, this design might make the smartphone easier to hold when using the main display, avoiding fingerprints on the secondary screen while maintaining grip on the 2 inactive surfaces.
Those still interested in a more ‘normal’ foldable smartphone could consider a Galaxy Z Fold7 from Amazon instead.
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