Lew Later Samsung: Why The Future Is Folding

In recent years, folding phones have become increasingly popular, and Samsung is at the forefront of this innovative technology. As the company continues to push the boundaries of what's possible with its devices, we take a closer look at why the future is indeed folding.

Samsung's latest iteration, the Galaxy Fold 3, has received rave reviews from industry experts like our consumer technology editor, Samuel Gibbs. Despite being a relatively new concept, folding phones are still considered a novelty on the street, but Samsung is determined to change that perception. The company's goal is to convince consumers that the present is just as exciting as the future.

In an exclusive interview with Conor Pierce, who leads Samsung's mobile division in the UK and Ireland, we gained insight into the company's vision for the future of smartphones. Pierce believes that folding phones will become the de-facto form factor for devices, making it a matter of time before they become the norm.

The Galaxy Fold 3 is packed with innovative software features that take full advantage of its foldability. From using the rear screen to preview photos to allowing users to stay half open and access playback controls on the bottom half while watching videos, this phone offers a unique experience. The miniature screen on the outside serves as a notification center and enables simple selfie mode without even opening it up.

When folded vertically, the phone becomes a compact square, about the size of a well-filled wallet, making it easy to fit in a pocket. Unfolded, it's a fairly traditional-sized device, although slightly larger than average. While some may find this compromise between smartphone and tablet form factor awkward, others will appreciate its versatility.

The Galaxy Flip 3 offers a different experience, unfolding like a book to reveal a device closer in size to an iPad mini. This tablet form factor has been beloved by users but abandoned by Apple in favor of larger, more expensive models. For some, it's hard to love this compromise between phone and tablet, but for others, it's the perfect solution.

Samsung is committed to disrupting the status quo when it comes to operating systems (OS) and changing how we talk about smartphones. With the Galaxy Fold 3 and Flip 3, the company is shifting the conversation away from Apple v the rest and towards a future where folding phones become the norm.

As Pierce so aptly put it, 'When you walk into a store, 'do you want a folding phone or do you want a flat phone' should be the first question you're asked.' With Samsung at the forefront of this innovation, it's clear that the future is indeed folding.

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