Galaxy Z Fold 2 will have a constant price compared to its predecessor

The first generation Galaxy Fold was launched with a record high price of 1980 USD, equivalent to nearly 46 million VND. In Vietnam market, the price of the machine is even up to 50 million. After more than a year, the next Galaxy Fold generation called Galaxy Z Fold 2 will soon be released on August 5. But if you expect a more affordable price than the first generation’s $ 1980 figure, you probably will be disappointed, because Samsung has no intention of reducing this smartphone.

Rendering image of Galaxy Z Fold 2

According to a report from SamMobile, the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is expected to be 2,398,000 won in the Korean market, which is unchanged from the price of the first Fold. This price is equivalent to about 2006 USD, which means that in the US market, the price of the device will also be 1980 USD, equivalent to the Galaxy Fold launched last year.

Even according to some new sources, Samsung has also launched a special edition of Galaxy Z Fold 2 in collaboration with fashion designer Thom Browne for up to $ 2800 or even more expensive.

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 also has a special Thom Browne version, which can cost over $ 2800

The fact that Samsung has not discounted its foldable smartphones is predictable, even after a year of flexible display technology has improved significantly. One of the reasons given is that at the moment, Samsung is the exclusive manufacturer of flexible AMOLED panels, as well as no market that can compete with Samsung in the market. folding screen smartphone field. Therefore Samsung has the right to keep the super expensive price of the product. Users wishing to buy a cheaper foldable smartphone can switch to the newly launched Galaxy Z Flip 5G for $ 1500.

The Galaxy Z Fold 2 is expected to be launched at the Galaxy Unpacked event held on August 5 along with the Galaxy Note20, Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy Buds Live.