Samsung Teases 'Ultra' Foldable Phone with Enhanced AI Features

Samsung hints at a Galaxy Ultra folding phone in latest announcement

Summary Samsung teases a Galaxy Ultra foldable with improved cameras and a bigger screen. The company sees Galaxy AI as key to enhancing the foldable experience. Samsung must enhance the software experience to justify the premium price for large folding phones. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 critics point to several areas of the device they feel aren't up to flagship specs. Complaints center around the cameras and external screen when folded, with users expressing they shouldn't have to compromise, given the device's high cost. You're never going to please everyone, but Samsung seems keen to try. Read our review The Galaxy Z Fold 6 has cost Samsung its head start in the foldable race A real tortoise-and-hare situation Posts 15 In a post to Samsung's Newsroom, the company hinted at a Galaxy Ultra folding device. Samsung claims there is clear demand for a device with larger screens and an improved camera system in folding form. Samsung's release highlights a typical day, with a user finishing up an email on the way home from work and then having a proper camera in hand to photograph a night out, all with Galaxy AI as their wingman for the journey. It's unclear whether this will be added to the lineup as a more expensive and powerful option above the Galaxy Z Fold 7 or if Samsung is rebranding the Z Fold 7 with an Ultra moniker. Either way, changes are coming to Samsung's folding phone lineup. Book-style, larger folding phones need a boost I understand that users complain about not having a flagship camera system on a $2,000 phone. Still, I don't believe that's the main reason people aren't adopting book-style folding phones in any significant numbers. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 cameras weren't useless, as I managed to capture some excellent shots with its 50MP primary sensor. I would undoubtedly enjoy a larger sensor and more impressive telephoto capabilities. I'd also welcome a more expansive external display, but that doesn't get to the root cause of the problem. Folding phones are already expensive, and a potential Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Ultra would cost even more. It wouldn't be a device for everyone, but Samsung still needs to show where the additional value is coming from. Large folding phones, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6, have a software issue, not a hardware one. Until Samsung can prove that the Z Fold series provides a fundamentally different smartphone experience, I don't see a reason to pay a significant premium over a traditional slab phone. I see why Samsung would release a maxed-out Galaxy Z Fold, but it doesn't understand the assignment. Unless the software experience is reimagined to change the way we multitask or use the expansive inner display, it'll suffer the same fate as Samsung's other large folding phones. I don't know if Galaxy AI is the answer, but it appears we're about to find out.

Samsung teases Galaxy Z Fold 7 with an absolutely bizarre 'Ultra experience' [Video]

Ahead of its rumored July event, Samsung is teasing the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for the first time... and it's super weird. In a new post, Samsung teases "the Next Chapter of Ultra." The post never names the Galaxy Fold series by name, but an animation shows the updated form factor of Galaxy Z Fold 7. The post is frankly bizarre, with Samsung just vaguely describing the features of a foldable but constantly calling it "Galaxy Ultra" and "the Ultra experience." There's been no sign that Samsung is rebranding its foldables, but this almost feels like Samsung is referring to another type of device altogether. You can read the full post below: For years, Samsung has listened to users asking for bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. The demand is clear -- an Ultra-experience that goes beyond a simple list of upgraded features in a smaller and more portable form factor. That's why Galaxy's next chapter is to provide an experience that seamlessly blends artistry and engineering to elevate everyday interactions. Squeeze onto a crowded subway train for your evening commute with the device folded in hand and use voice controls to have AI find you the perfect restaurant and text your dining companion. Finish off that unsent work email during the ride, then use the powerful camera to commemorate your night out. AI-powered tools enable all-day messaging, browsing and gaming on the go, so you can focus on your life -- all without weighing you down. With industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format, it's what users have come to expect from Galaxy Ultra. And when it unfolds, it transforms- into a more immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace, or a multitasking powerhouse, now enhanced by powerful Galaxy AI features designed specifically for the foldable form. Strange, isn't it? Whatever the case, the animation itself teases a device that looks enticing. Hopefully, the real thing will match that.

Samsung Galaxy Fold Ultra is officially coming this summer -- what we know so far

It's pretty clear Samsung already planned to bring the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 to stores this summer, likely at a launch event rumored for July. But it sounds like they'll be joined by at least one more foldable device, as Samsung looks to expand its lineup. Late yesterday (June 3), Samsung announced that it's developing an Ultra version of the Galaxy Z Fold. The teaser announcement was short on specs but long on declarations about the central role artificial intelligence would play for the Galaxy Fold Ultra. "With industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format, it's what users have come to expect from Galaxy Ultra," Samsung's statement read. "And when it unfolds, it transforms- into a more immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace, or a multitasking powerhouse, now enhanced by powerful Galaxy AI features designed specifically for the foldable form." Samsung's Galaxy AI features debuted last January and are supported by the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 foldables released last year. Samsung even launched new AI-powered features alongside those two devices, highlighted by Sketch to Image, which uses generative AI to turn sketches in the Samsung Notes app into full-bodies illustrations. But that feature arrive on other Samsung flagship phones via a software update. From the sound of Samsung's Galaxy Fold Ultra announcement, the AI features on show here may be developed specifically to take advantage of the foldable format. As for what format this Ultra model would take, an include animation features a phone opening up like a book -- the same design offered by the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and likely to be a part of the Galaxy Z Fold 7. It's unclear if the Ultra would offer a larger screen than the current Z Fold and its 7.6-inch interior display or if Samsung will keep the dimensions the same and focus on the AI features. Of course, there's always the possibility that the Galaxy Fold Ultra isn't a complement to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 -- it could be the Galaxy Z Fold 7, or at least the version of Samsung's book foldable that's coming out this year. Besides AI features, Samsung's teaser announcement touts a "powerful camera," raising the possibility that the main camera could match the 200MP shooter on the Galaxy S25 Ultra and recently brought to the Galaxy S25 Edge. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 features a 50MP main lens. In addition to the specs that will make up the Galaxy Fold Ultra, we're interested to hear about the phone's price. At $1,899, the Galaxy Z Fold 6 is one of the more expensive mobile devices you can buy, and the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is rumored to be keeping that price. Would an Ultra model cost even more? Rumors have been swirling that Samsung planned to add more foldables to its lineup, with talk of a Galaxy G Fold that feature a tri-fold display. There are reports that the G Fold would launch this year, though the animation accompanying Samsung's announcement would imply we're talking about different models here. Likewise, there's been rumors of Samsung putting out an FE addition of the Galaxy Z Flip, for a lower-cost version of its foldable flip phone to better compete with the standard Motorola Razr's $699 price, but that's another form factor entirely. Samsung doesn't specify whether we can expect a Galaxy Fold Ultra to appear this year, but the implication seems to be that it will be part of the next Galaxy Unpacked event this summer. "The Ultra experience is ready to unfold," Samsung says at the end of its announcement.

Meet the Next Chapter of Ultra

For years, Samsung has listened to users asking for bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. The demand is clear -- an Ultra-experience that goes beyond a simple list of upgraded features in a smaller and more portable form factor. That's why Galaxy's next chapter is to provide an experience that seamlessly blends artistry and engineering to elevate everyday interactions. Squeeze onto a crowded subway train for your evening commute with the device folded in hand and use voice controls to have AI find you the perfect restaurant and text your dining companion. Finish off that unsent work email during the ride, then use the powerful camera to commemorate your night out. AI-powered tools enable all-day messaging, browsing and gaming on the go, so you can focus on your life -- all without weighing you down. With industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format, it's what users have come to expect from Galaxy Ultra. And when it unfolds, it transforms -- into a more immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace or a multitasking powerhouse, now enhanced by powerful Galaxy AI features designed specifically for the foldable form.

Samsung Teases 'Ultra' Foldable, May Debut Alongside Galaxy Z Fold 7

It is teased to have a powerful camera, becoming an entertainment hub Samsung on Wednesday teased a new foldable that could join its flagship book-style Galaxy Z Fold 7 this year. Calling it the "next chapter" of Galaxy, the purported device is ubiquitously being called the Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra and could join the vanilla Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and the new Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE this year. It is said to be a new device which blends industry-leading hardware, high performance, and integration of artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities -- all optimised for a foldable form factor. In a newsroom post, Samsung shared a short teaser video for a new product that will come with an "Ultra" branding. It is confirmed to have a book-style foldable form factor with a profile that appears slimmer than the current generation foldables. As per the South Korean technology conglomerate, users have demanded bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. To cater to these demands, Samsung has created an "Ultra experience" that combines upgraded features in a smaller, more portable chassis. While the exact feature-set of the purported Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra remains under wraps, the handset will debut with a heavy emphasis on AI, incorporating Galaxy AI features. Samsung says AI-powered tools will help users when messaging, browsing and gaming during their commute, delivering voice-controlled AI assistance. It is simply said as having "industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance, and seamless AI integration", along with Galaxy AI features that have been specifically designed for a foldable form factor. It is teased to have a "powerful camera" and transform into an entertainment hub and a multitasking workspace when unfolded, aided by its foldable design. While Samsung has been rumoured to introduce an Ultra variant in its foldable smartphone lineup for years, this is the first concrete proof that such a model may finally be on the way. It is expected to join the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and another new product, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, which are expected to debut at a Galaxy Unpacked event later this year.

Samsung Galaxy Ultra Enters a Bold New Era with AI and Flexibility

That's why Galaxy's next chapter is to provide an experience that seamlessly blends artistry and engineering to elevate everyday interactions. Squeeze onto a crowded subway train for your evening commute with the device folded in hand and use voice controls to have AI find you the perfect restaurant and text your dining companion. Finish off that unsent work email during the ride, then use the powerful camera to commemorate your night out. AI-powered tools enable all-day messaging, browsing and gaming on the go, so you can focus on your life -- all without weighing you down.

Samsung teases 'Ultra' experience for flagship foldable

Samsung has released the first teaser for its upcoming foldable flagship that suggests a push toward an "Ultra-experience" that transcends incremental feature upgrades, particularly within a more compact and portable design. The core of Samsung's stated "next chapter" involves a seamless integration of design and functionality, aiming to elevate daily user interactions. The company describes a scenario where a folded device allows for voice-controlled AI assistance, such as restaurant discovery and messaging, while on the go. It also highlights the ability to manage work tasks and capture moments with a "powerful camera." This is further supported by AI-powered tools that are said to facilitate messaging, Browse, and gaming throughout the day, without compromising portability. It suggests that this evolving "Ultra" experience will feature "industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format," aligning with user expectations associated with the Galaxy Ultra line. The company further elaborates on the device's capabilities when unfolded, describing a transformation into an "immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace, or a multitasking powerhouse." These expanded functionalities are said to be enhanced by "powerful Galaxy AI features designed specifically for the foldable form." Samsung says "The Ultra experience is ready to unfold". Based on reports, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is expected to feature an 8.2-inch foldable display and a 6.5-inch cover display. It is said to be 3.9mm thick, when unfolded, making it the thinnest foldable phone according to a rumour, but other rumours say that it will be 4.54mm thick. It is expected to retain the 4400mAh battery, but get a faster 45W fast wired charging compared to 25W in the Z Fold6. Based on earlier rumours, the phone will get a new S Pen with a thicker tip, making writing and drawing on the folding screen easier and more comfortable. The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event for foldables is expected to happen sometime in early July 2025, and we should know the exact date soon.

Samsung confirms Galaxy Z Fold Ultra phone with bigger cover screen and better cameras

Samsung has teased a foldable phone which they are calling the "Galaxy Ultra." Samsung might be preparing something big for its next lineup of foldable phones. A new teaser shared by the company hints at what could be called the Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra, though the name hasn't been officially confirmed yet. The post is likely part of Samsung's build-up to its next Unpacked event, where it's expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7. Samsung is calling the teased foldable as the "Galaxy Ultra," which has left fans curious and a bit puzzled. "For years, Samsung has listened to users asking for bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. The demand is clear -- an Ultra-experience that goes beyond a simple list of upgraded features in a smaller and more portable form factor," the tech giant said in a post. This suggests that the new foldable device will feature a larger cover screen and enhanced cameras to better meet user needs. Samsung also highlighted the device's AI capabilities and foldable design that work together to improve daily use. The company wrote, "Squeeze onto a crowded subway train for your evening commute with the device folded in hand and use voice controls to have AI find you the perfect restaurant and text your dining companion." Also read: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G price drop alert! Get Rs 26,590 discount on Amazon, here's how The company promises powerful hardware combined and smooth AI integration, specifically optimised for the foldable format. "With industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format, it's what users have come to expect from Galaxy Ultra," Samsung stated. When unfolded, the device transforms into "a more immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace, or a multitasking powerhouse," supported by "powerful" Galaxy AI features designed for the foldable form. While Samsung hasn't officially confirmed the name "Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra," the teasers strongly suggest the new foldable will offer a bigger cover screen, better cameras and enhanced AI-powered features.