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Samsung Discontinues Galaxy Z TriFold After 3-Month Run
The $2,899 foldable device was a showcase of engineering rather than a long-term product.
Mar. 18, 2026 at 5:10am
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Samsung Electronics is set to discontinue sales of its premium Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone after roughly three months on the market. The device, which retailed for $2,899, is being discontinued due to its high price, limited availability, niche demand, and the complexity of its dual-hinge design.
Why it matters
The discontinuation of the Galaxy Z TriFold highlights the challenges Samsung faces in bringing innovative but expensive foldable devices to the mainstream market. While the TriFold showcased the company's engineering capabilities, it struggled to gain traction with consumers due to its high price and limited distribution.
The details
Samsung will first stop sales of the Galaxy Z TriFold in South Korea and then in the United States after clearing remaining inventory. The device is now listed as 'sold out' on Samsung's website, with no indication of future restocks. Some units are still reportedly available at Samsung Experience Stores in Frisco and Queens.
- The Galaxy Z TriFold was introduced in early 2026.
- Samsung will discontinue sales of the device in South Korea and the United States over the next few months.
The players
Samsung Electronics
A multinational electronics company and the world's largest manufacturer of smartphones, including the Galaxy Z series of foldable devices.
Won-Joon Choi
President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics.
What’s next
Samsung has not yet decided on a successor to the Galaxy Z TriFold, but future foldable devices may feature improvements in battery capacity and display design, as well as a potential 'Galaxy Z Wide Fold' model.
The takeaway
The discontinuation of the Galaxy Z TriFold highlights the challenges Samsung faces in bringing innovative but expensive foldable devices to the mainstream market. While the TriFold showcased the company's engineering capabilities, it struggled to gain traction with consumers due to its high price and limited distribution.
