It appears that Samsung has begun sending out Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition units to those who ordered the device during its initial pre-order phase. To summarize, this latest foldable device was launched in South Korea less than a month ago and quickly rebranded as the Samsung W25 for the Chinese market soon afterward.
Design and Hardware Enhancements
At first glance, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition resembles the Galaxy Z Fold6 (current price: $1,299.99 - renewed on Amazon). Nevertheless, the Special Edition comes with various hardware upgrades compared to its predecessor, even though it still uses the same 4,400 mAh battery and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy processor.
Improved Features
On the plus side, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is equipped with a brand-new 200 MP primary camera. In contrast, the design has undergone several changes from the standard Galaxy Z Fold6. For instance, Samsung has managed to decrease its thickness by over 12%, now measuring 10.6 mm, while also increasing its width by 10 mm when opened.
Display and Crease Visibility
Therefore, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition boasts an 8-inch internal display, larger than the 7.6-inch display found in the Galaxy Z Fold6. Early footage suggests that Samsung has successfully addressed the issue of crease visibility, which has plagued all previous Galaxy Z Fold models.
As a result, it is hard to discern the crease when the device's foldable screen is in use. However, Ross Young from Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) has changed his view regarding the materials used in the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition. He now claims that Samsung has opted for thicker Ultra Thin Glass (UTG) instead of Ultra Flexible Glass (UFG), which also means it lacks S Pen compatibility.
