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The South Korean Tech Giant’s Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip series are pretty popular all across the globe. The series’s previous launches (Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5) had very pronounced features catering to the respective users. However, the foldables’ prices are increasing for apparent reasons.
Keeping the point in check, the company plans to release different variants with different monikers to commercialize the global market with the upcoming generations. We may expect a cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6 with no last-minute changes. Read the complete article to find out how it is coming.
Quick Answer: Rumors suggest Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 will get an FE (Fan Edition) for a more affordable price rather than a high-end Ultra version. This FE model might lack S Pen support to cut costs.
Since the last few days, the various leaks have been trying to tell different theories about the upcoming foldables. Some say the company will likely launch the Galaxy Z Fold 6 “Ultra” variant, while others say a cheaper version will be. We already know that the company unveils their “FE” Fold smartphone with the regular ones. Now, it is assumed that there will be a lighter variant.
Despite this, there’s a rumor coming from the company’s hometown in January, which we can’t lack certainty about. As per them, the team will launch Z Fold 6 with a cheaper model in 2024. Another leak says the other variant will be more costly than the standard one, which can be an Ultra. The recent leaks aggressively suggest that a cheaper Z Fold 6 is coming.
Now, the question that would be coming to your mind is why the company is doing this. There can be several reasons for this, but the most significant one is rising competition in the market. The recent additions like Oppo, Vivo, and more might have reduced Samsung’s market share somewhere. Hence, the company may bridge the price gap between the Galaxy S24 Ultra and Z Fold 5 by acting this way.
Considering all the above points, it’s still unclear what will happen. There can be an Ultra or a Cheaper model. There is also the possibility of Z Fold 6 FE. The leaks always provide estimated information, and we can’t solely rely on it. The company may launch a cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 6 to secure a reputation in the market share.
What can be the cost cuttings when a cheaper variant is likely coming? The Tech Giant can remove features like the under-display camera, the materials used to manufacture the device, and S Pen compatibility. They may launch it with a 128GB model to significantly drop the price. This will help them to launch the basic model at an attractive low price.
When discussing the price, let’s look at Samsung Foldables’ history to understand its structure. The previous generation Galaxy Z Fold 5 comprises 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB variants. They cost $1799, $1919, and $2159 respectively. Considering this, the cheaper Z Fold may cost around $800. It is important to note that it is an assumption, and the final price may vary.
What do you think about the company’s decision? Do you think it will boost their market share? What are your pricing expectations from the cheaper Z Fold 6 model? Let us know in the comments section below. We will update the post based on the latest news. Follow us for more such stories.
