Concept phones get people excited as they can finally see the phones becoming more than just a straight device with a screen. News 

Will This Wearable Concept Phone Be Available Soon?

Wearable phones are no longer a dream, as companies have already started showing concept models of devices that don’t need to be carried in your pocket. Earlier this week, Motorola unveiled its unique device at a tech event, suggesting that the future of wearable smartphones is not far off. These days we mostly see phones that can fold and flip, but Motorola bends them like no other brand has done before. The company has shared a product teaser where the phone wraps around the wrist like a watch, except this…

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Samsung will hold its next Unpacked in July. News 

Rendering of Upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 Reveals Larger Cover Display

It is anticipated that Samsung will unveil a new Galaxy Z Flip device with an expanded cover display at its upcoming Unpacked event in Seoul. Recent reports suggest that the external screen of the Z Flip 5 could be significantly larger than its predecessor. An alleged marketing rendering shared by MySmartPrice (via The Verge ) shows the phone with a secondary display that covers most of the front of the device when flipped closed. MySmartPrice didn’t share the size of the cover display, but judging by the rendering, it’s significantly…

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We talked to two product managers about the what the company is doing differently with its first flexible screen device. News 

Exploring Google’s Design Philosophy Behind the Pixel Foldable Phone

Samsung has dominated the market for large smartphones with flexible screens since the launch of the original Galaxy Fold in 2019. However, Google is set to challenge this monopoly with the upcoming release of the Pixel Fold later this month. Despite Samsung’s four generations of foldable flagship phones, Google cannot simply copy their design. In an interview with two of Google’s product managers, George Hwang and Andrea Zvinakis, they discussed why the Pixel Fold is being released now, what sets it apart, and how it will influence future devices. The…

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The first OnePlus foldable lineup could have both fold and flip variants for buyers. News 

OnePlus May Release Foldable Phone in August

According to reports, OnePlus is preparing to make its debut in the foldable market in the upcoming months, with the potential introduction of its first foldable phones in August. Additionally, the company is expected to hold a major launch event in New York, United States, as stated in the same report. The OnePlus foldable release timeline is in line with what the company said during the launch of the OnePlus 11 series earlier this year. In fact, the foldable device is part of OnePlus and its strategy to build a…

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Motorola set to launch new foldable phone on June 1, potentially named Moto Razr 40 Ultra. Slim design, Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, dual camera setup expected. News 

Motorola to launch new foldable phone on June 1; It could be called the Moto Razr 40 Ultra

Motorola has been making foldable (flip) phones for quite some time – starting all the way with the Moto Razr, its modern take on the creation of a flip phone. While the last iterations may have been limited to China, this time the brand is set to bring the new foldable phone to more territories on June 1st. It is unclear whether the Lenovo-owned brand will bring two new models or just one with different marketing names in different regions. Two new models are rumored to be launched under the…

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Google I/O 2023 saw the launch of Pixel Fold, Google's first foldable device. Priced at a premium, the device brings in a new direction for foldables. Here are all the details. News 

Google launches its first foldable phone, the Pixel Fold for $1,799; Not coming to India – Check details here

In addition to the flurry of software updates at Google I/O 2023, Google also had its fair share of hardware releases — including the long-awaited Pixel Fold. It is the first foldable device launched by Google, and it certainly stands out from other foldables considering that it ushers in a new era for foldables as the software is now more focused from Google. Despite being late to the party, Google has managed to include some intriguing hardware, including a hybrid hinge design – which is basically a mix of Samsung’s…

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The first OnePlus foldable is likely to focus on the premium segment and launch in limited markets. News 

The OnePlus foldable phone will probably hit the market in August

OnePlus is the next big brand to enter the foldable arena this year, and the company has already confirmed its launch plans for the third quarter. But so far we have not got a timeline for the month when the OnePlus Fold can be announced. Now a reliable tipster suggests that the OnePlus Fold could be released in August, which is still three months away. OnePlus continues to expand its product ecosystem and now includes smart TVs, smartphones, headphones and even fitness wearables. The company has played a similar trick…

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The back of the phone features a camera bar that resembles that of other Pixel devices, but is less prominent News 

WATCH: Google Teaser for the much-anticipated Pixel Fold, its first foldable phone

Google has confirmed long-standing reports that it will release its first foldable phone, the Pixel Fold, during the upcoming Google I/O 2023 event. Although no official specifications have been released, the teaser video shows the phone with a full-sized exterior display that opens in a manner similar to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold devices. The back of the phone has a camera bar similar to other Pixel devices, but less visible. ✨May The Fold Be With You✨https://t.co/g6NUd1DcOJ#GoogleIO #PixelFoldMay 10 pic.twitter.com/K8Gk21nmo8— Made by Google (@madebygoogle) May 4, 2023 Citing a CNBC report,…

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This higher refresh rate would make it more competitive against other clamshell foldable phones in the market News 

Motorola is teasing a higher refresh rate for the upcoming RAZR 2023 foldable phone

Motorola is releasing a new version of its foldable Moto Razr phone series, the teaser of which hints at the development of the refresh rate. According to GizChina, previous Razr models had a lower refresh rate, while the upcoming Razr 2023 is expected to have a 144Hz refresh rate. New Razr coming soon in China!! pic.twitter.com/jzsqpZxMRU— MotoFanboy (@FanboyMoto) April 20, 2023 This higher refresh rate would make it more competitive compared to other flip phones on the market. The Motorola Razr 2023 is said to have a 6.7-inch 1080p panel…

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Huawei's third-gen foldable is ready to compete with the best in the business. News 

The Huawei Mate X3 shows that a foldable phone can be stylish and powerful

Huawei has operated under the radar since it was banned from using Google’s App Store in the global market, but the company continues to show its quality with products such as the new Mate X3 foldable device. Huawei also has a precedent in this segment, making its debut with the Mate X line a few years ago, but its limitations have made the product a tough sell in Europe and even the Indian market. The latest Mate X3 foldable seems to give us a glimpse into the future of this…

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Samsung launched the third-gen Flip phone in 2021 and now becomes a viable option for many people at this price. News 

Get Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 Phone Today Under Rs 50,000 No Conditions: All Details

Samsung’s third-generation Galaxy Z Flip 3 is going on sale in India this week for Rs 49,999, and we suggest you don’t wait a second to get your hands on the deal. The company’s special offer is available on Flipkart for buyers and you don’t have any special conditions to get the flip phone at this price. In fact, you also have the chance to get an exchange discount of up to Rs 20,000 to bring down the final price of the Galaxy Z Flip 3. Samsung and Flipkart are…

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Moreover, the company is also expected to offer a 512GB variant of the foldable smartphone, but only in the "Carbon" shade, the report said. News 

Google Pixel Fold may launch in June: What to expect

Tech giant Google is said to release its upcoming Pixel Fold and Pixel 7a smartphones in June this year. According to leaked retail sales data seen by 9to5Google, the Pixel Fold is slated to launch in mid-June this year. A new blue variant of the Pixel 7a and the Pixel Buds A series are also expected to launch alongside the foldable smartphone. The retail listings also revealed that the Pixel Fold will be available in two colors – “Carbon” (a shade of black or gray) and “Porcelain” (white). The tech…

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OnePlus has been rumoured to be working on foldable products and now the company has confirmed its launch plans for 2023. News 

OnePlus Teases Foldable Phone, Coming Later This Year

OnePlus launched the new 11-series phones, introduced its first tablet device and also introduced India-centric releases to the audience. But the company also used the event to talk about its upcoming products, which include the OnePlus 11 concept, which will be part of the company’s lineup at Mobile World Congress 2023 (MWC 2023) in Barcelona later this month. On top of that, OnePlus finally confirmed its ambitions in the foldable segment, and the company’s teaser showed us what’s coming later this year. OnePlus confirmed that its foldable device will go…

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For OPPO, the new Find N2 Flip may be a breakthrough device in the premium segment but the big question– will Oppo as a brand be able to convince Indian buyers to spend their iPhone budgets on this flip phone? News 

OPPO Find N2 Flip Launching Soon in India at ‘Surprising Price’: 3 Reasons Why This Flip Phone Matters

OPPO Find N2 Flip foldable smartphone which was launched globally on 15/02/2023 is coming to India very soon. In terms of pricing, it competes with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. With the launch of OPPO Find N2 Flip, the company is eyeing the premium segment and is the first foldable device from OPPO’s Find N flagship series to be launched in India. OPPO India Marketing Head Damyant Singh Khanoria confirmed the same in an interaction with Return Byte Tech’s Debashis Sarkar and said, “OPPO Find N2 Flip will launch soon…

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Realme is likely to be the next brand to enter the foldable segment in 2023. News 

Realme Chief officially teases foldable and flip smartphones

Realme officially tests the foldable products and Madhav Sheth, VP, Realme takes feedback from users on site. Through this tweet, he reached out to his millions of followers and asked them if they would like Realme to launch a flip or foldable device. What do you want next… #realmeFlip or #realmeFold?— Madhav Sheth (@MadhavSheth1) March 9, 2023 He has even confirmed the names of the models, which will unexpectedly be named Realme Flip and Realme Fold for the standard folding model. Realme is one of the remaining brands to enter…

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Foldables from varied brands were on display at the event this week which bodes well for the segment. News 

Mobile World Congress 2023 Roundup: Are Foldables Finally Ready for the Main Stage?

Mobile World Congress 2023 (MWC 2023) in Barcelona has come to an end, and it’s fair to say that much of the offline event this year was about foldable devices. The first offline MWC event in a few years gave several brands the opportunity to showcase the work behind the scenes on their foldable products. Samsung has a clear leadership position in this segment, and the company is somewhat used to the development of new products. So the entry of more brands into the fray will not only force the…

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The report also noted that Apple’s recently released iPhone 14 series overshadowed Samsung’s foldable phones in the fourth quarter of 2022. News 

Foldable Smartphone Sales Decline For The First Time In Fourth Quarter Of 2022: Report

Bad news for foldable smartphones! A new report from DSCC (Display Supply Chain Consultants) shows a decline in sales during the fourth quarter of 2022. As to the report, foldable smartphone shipments fell by 48 per cent compared to the previous quarter and 26 per cent compared to the same period in 2021, with a total of 3.1 million units shipped from October to December 2022. Although Q4 2022 saw a decline in shipments, the overall 2022 foldable phone shipments rose by an impressive 62 per cent, reaching 12.9 million…

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