The Galaxy Z Fold6 continues to be Samsung's response to sleeker foldables like the Honor Magic V3, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, and the OnePlus Open (currently priced at $1499.99 on Amazon). Yet, the company has introduced a notably thinner version in its domestic market and China, known as the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and Samsung W25, respectively.
Limited Global Availability
Sadly, it looks like these models won’t be available worldwide, at least not officially. However, Jeff Springer from SammyGuru has gotten his hands on one. Even better, he has already posted what seems to be the very first English unboxing video of the device, which we've included below.
Design Insights
As shown in the images above, the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition appears to be slimmer than its 12% reduction indicates when stacked against the Galaxy Z Fold6. This Special Edition is also taller and wider compared to its foldable sibling, while still offering a more comfortable grip than the Galaxy S24 Ultra. Additionally, Springer gives us an up-close view of the Special Edition's crease, which is significantly less prominent than the one that characterizes the Galaxy Z Fold6.
Enhanced Usability
Moreover, the Special Edition seems to feature a more functional cover display, thanks to an additional 4.7 mm width when it’s folded. Ultimately, the software experience will be quite familiar to anyone who has used a recent Galaxy Z Fold model. Incidentally, it’s still possible to import a Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, although it comes at a pretty steep price for now.
