Samsung announced the launch of the Galaxy Fold smartphone in 2019. The manufacturer is offering the Samsung Galaxy Fold phone with 7.3 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset, 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage.
The Samsung Galaxy Fold comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, and a Li-Po 4380 mAh, non-removable battery. The 7.3 inches phone comes with AMOLED display (1536 x 2152 px). The AMOLED is a display technology and stands for Active Matrix Organic Light Emitting Diodes, it is a type of OLED display and is used in smartphones.
Samsung Galaxy Fold specifications
| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Name | Galaxy Fold |
| Model | GXYFOLD |
| Release date | 2019 |
Body
| Colors | black, blue, green, silver |
|---|---|
| SIM type | Nano SIM |
System
The Samsung Galaxy Fold comes with Android OS v9.0 (Pie) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.
| OS version | Android OS v9.0 (Pie) |
|---|---|
| SoC | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 |
| CPU | Octa-core, Single-core 2.84 GHz Kryo, Triple-core 2.42 GHz Kryo, Quad-core 1.8 GHz Kryo |
| GPU | Adreno 640 |
Display
The size of Galaxy Fold screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 7.3 inches AMOLED display of Samsung Galaxy Fold with 1536 x 2152 px resolution is multitouch capable.
| Display type | AMOLED |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.3 inches |
| Resolution | 1536 x 2152 px |
| Multitouch support | yes |
Memory
The internal memory of Samsung Galaxy Fold (12 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (512 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.
| RAM | 12 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal storage | 512 GB |
| Memory card slot | microSD |
Camera
The camera of the Galaxy Fold is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Galaxy Fold has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.
| Selfie camera | 11 + 8 MP |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 12 + 12 + 16 MP, 4032 x 3024 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization |
| Flash | Dual LED |
Connectivity
The Samsung Galaxy Fold supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Galaxy Fold comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Galaxy Fold phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.
| GSM 2G bands | 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
|---|---|
| Network coverage | 2G / 3G / 4G |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | v5.0, A2DP |
| GPS | A-GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | yes |
| FM radio | yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Headphone | USB Type-C adapter |
Battery
The Li-Po 4380 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of Galaxy Fold isn't removable without voiding the warranty.
| Type | Li-Po 4380 mAh, non-removable |
|---|
Features
Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Galaxy Fold phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Samsung phones comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. The Galaxy Fold comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction.
| Sensors | accelerometer, barometer, compass, fingerprint, gyroscope, hall, heart rate, light, proximity |
|---|---|
| Specials | Fast charging, Quick Charge, Wireless charging |
The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Samsung Galaxy Fold, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.
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