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Samsung reveals 'Flex Titanium' display for next-gen foldable phones

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Samsung Electronics unveiled its new 'Flex Titanium' display technology for foldable smartphones.
  • The technology uses a titanium alloy film and plate to enhance durability and reduce screen creases in the 8th generation foldable phones.
  • Samsung aims to deliver an unprecedented viewing experience and revolutionize user experience with the new foldable devices.

Samsung Electronics has revealed its new 'Flex Titanium' display technology, set to debut in its 8th generation foldable smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event on July 22.

The company states that this innovative technology incorporates titanium to significantly improve the durability of the foldable screen while also minimizing the appearance of creases. This advancement is the culmination of Samsung's experience with seven generations of foldable devices, focusing on making the products slimmer and more robust.

Instead of a traditional plastic film, the Flex Titanium technology utilizes a unique dual titanium structure, combining a titanium alloy film with a titanium plate. While titanium is known for its high reliability, its elasticity has historically made it challenging to integrate into thin, flexible foldable displays. Samsung claims to have overcome these technical hurdles.

Samsung's competitiveness lies in the combination of a deep understanding of consumer needs and technology that provides real value in daily life.

— Moon Sung-hoonVice President of MX Business Hardware at Samsung Electronics, discussing the company's approach to innovation.

The new structure is remarkably thin, approximately one-third the thickness of a human hair, achieved through an ultra-precision rolling process. This allows for a slimmer overall device design. Additionally, Samsung has improved power efficiency by incorporating high-resolution designs and next-generation organic materials, reducing the display's power consumption.

Moon Sung-hoon, Samsung Electronics' Vice President of MX Business Hardware, emphasized the company's strength lies in understanding consumer needs and translating them into practical technology. He stated, "Samsung's competitiveness lies in the combination of a deep understanding of consumer needs and technology that provides real value in daily life." He added that the next-generation Galaxy Foldables will offer an unparalleled viewing experience and completely revolutionize user interaction.

The next-generation Galaxy Foldables will offer an unparalleled viewing experience and completely revolutionize user interaction.

— Moon Sung-hoonVice President of MX Business Hardware at Samsung Electronics, describing the impact of the new foldable devices.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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