Foldable Phone Frenzy Heats Up: New Models Set to Challenge Samsung

The race to dominate the foldable phone market is intensifying as several competitors prepare to launch new devices before the expected arrival of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 in mid-July. This surge of innovation promises to bring exciting new features and fierce competition for consumers.

Vivo and Honor Gear Up for Launch

Vivo is already set to release its X Fold 5 on June 18, 2025, in China, marking an early entry into the foldable arena. Not to be outdone, Honor is also gearing up to unveil the successor to its Magic V3. According to a teaser poster on Weibo, the new device is slated for a July 2, 2025, debut in China.

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Honor Magic V5 Specs and Expectations

While specific details remain under wraps, rumors suggest the Honor Magic V5 could feature a larger 6,000 mAh battery. Furthermore, the charging speed might reach up to 80 watts. This improvement would represent a significant step up from the Magic V3’s 5,150 mAh battery.

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The global foldable phone market is projected to reach $30 billion by 2028, highlighting the growing demand for these innovative devices (Statista 2024).

What to Watch For

Industry observers will be closely watching whether Honor can streamline the chassis or integrate improved cameras. There is currently no reliable information on the built-in chipset for the Honor Magic V5. The Vivo X Fold 5 will utilize the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 instead of the current Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, offering lots of other improvements.

The upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is expected to be a tougher competitor this year, particularly concerning housing thickness. Samsung is likely to catch up with rivals in this regard.