• Samsung’s trifold foldable may have leaked in One UI 8.
• The design shows three panels, two hinges, and fold warnings.

Samsung may have accidentally revealed the design of its upcoming trifold foldable device in the latest One UI 8 build. Animations found by Android Authority show what appears to be a three-panel phone with two hinges, a rear camera setup, and possible NFC placement — offering one of the clearest hints yet of Samsung’s new foldable direction.

While Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed the device, the animation files label it as “Multifold 7.” Some expect it to launch as the Galaxy G Fold. The company previously teased a trifold concept during its January Unpacked event, but only shared a basic sketch. The UI animations now suggest a more defined version of that early concept.

The leaked design shows a foldable with three connected panels. When fully unfolded, the triple-lens camera sits on the rightmost panel. This same panel also appears to house the NFC chip. In its closed state, the device uses the centre panel as a cover screen, complete with a front-facing camera. When open, that camera shifts to the right panel — opposite the rear cameras.

One animation shows the device folding in two stages. First, the left-hand panel folds inward. Then, the right-hand panel folds over the top. The right panel has the camera module, which sticks out slightly and prevents the screen from folding flat if closed first. Another animation even includes a warning — folding the panels in the wrong order could damage the screen.

That design differs from Huawei’s Mate XT Ultimate Design, which launched in late 2024 as the first commercially available trifold. Huawei’s device uses a Z-shaped fold, which allows users to open one, two, or all three displays at once. That design offers more screen flexibility, but also leaves part of the display exposed to scratches or damage when closed. Samsung’s approach appears to prioritise protecting the screen when not in use, even if it means fewer ways to use it while partially open.

While the animations give an early look at the hardware design, they don’t confirm the full feature set. However, The Bell, a Korean-language outlet, reports that Samsung will begin mass production in September. The same report suggests the phone will launch in the fourth quarter of 2025, possibly starting in a few select markets.

Still, there’s growing speculation that Samsung might preview the device at its upcoming Unpacked event on July 9. Even if it’s not fully announced, it could be teased at the end of the presentation — a way to build early awareness without committing to a full reveal just yet.

As for hardware, the Galaxy G Fold is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 “Elite” chip. That’s the same processor expected in the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7. It will also use a high-resolution, high-refresh-rate 10-inch display built for repeated folding. The panel must be ultra-thin and durable, given that it will fold in two different directions and rest on a more complex hinge system.

The rear camera setup is likely to be similar to what Samsung is using in the Z Fold 7. Battery capacity, however, is expected to be smaller than Huawei’s Mate XT, which ships with a 5,600mAh battery. The internal layout of Samsung’s trifold limits how much space can be used for power storage, so compromises are expected in that area.

Early pricing reports suggest the G Fold may retail for over 4 million won — or roughly $2,970. That puts it in the same range as Huawei’s Mate XT. These prices make it clear that Samsung is targeting early adopters and foldable fans rather than mainstream users.

The G Fold is expected to launch first in South Korea and China. Samsung followed the same approach last year with the Galaxy Z Fold SE, which was limited to a few markets before the wider rollout of the Z Fold 7. If the pattern repeats, Samsung could use its home market to test demand before expanding availability.

While Huawei was first to market with a trifold, Samsung may still be the first to bring one to the US That depends on timing, regional strategy, and consumer interest. It’s not yet clear how much demand exists for a trifold device — especially one priced near $3,000 — but Samsung seems ready to test that question.

Until official specs and pricing are confirmed, these leaks remain speculative. But with Samsung’s Unpacked event set for next week, it’s possible more details — or at least a brief look — could be coming soon.