The new model is expected to include a new chip, which is not surprising, and a larger cooling chamber to accommodate the new processor.
The only distinctly new feature of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will be its improved speakers. However, this approach may also indicate that Samsung is not pursuing innovation.
While it might be a practical strategy to boost sales figures, it is likely to leave fans feeling disappointed. The Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition and the Fold 7 have had vastly different sales performances, with the Fold 7 struggling in sales while the Fold Special Edition consistently sold out.
Given this context, it’s understandable why Samsung might choose to rebrand the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, update it with the latest chipset, and enhance the speakers, hoping this strategy will help the Z Fold 7 compete with, if not surpass, other leading foldable devices.
Previously, reports suggested that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 would eliminate the digitizer—an under-screen layer that detects the S Pen.
Now, it appears that this is not the only similarity between the Z Fold Special Edition and the Z Fold 7.
Leaker @TheGalox_ claims that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will serve as an enhanced global version of the Z Fold Special Edition, inheriting its larger inner and main screens along with the 200MP primary camera.
The upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7 is increasingly appearing to be an enhanced version of the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, which Samsung released in select markets back in October.
The Z Fold Special Edition boasts larger screens compared to the Fold 6, yet it is thinner, which is why it lacks support for the S Pen. Additionally, the Special Edition features the same 200MP camera found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra.
