The wait for the world’s first foldable phone is now a reality, with the honors going to a little known Chinese company, Royole Corp. The company unveiled a device that when folded will make for a phone but will transform into an iPad sized tablet when opened.
The device named FlexiPai will also be the largest in its class with a 7.8-inch display in its folded state. Definite specifications are lacking though the company said it would be a high-resolution display that users will get to have. Another unique aspect of the FlexiPai is that it will come with three distinct displays in its folded state, one on the top, on the bottom and another along the spine of the phone.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Phone, 512GB, Graphite | $1,999.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Google Pixel Fold, 256GB, Obsidian - Unlocked (Renewed) | $340.09 | Buy on Amazon |
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, 256GB Graphite | $1,649.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold - Unlocked Smartphone, Gemini - 256 GB - Obsidian | $1,899.00 | Buy on Amazon |
Also, the display size isn’t the only aspect that is big with FlexiPai as it is also priced quite steep. The cheapest models will come for 8999 yuan, while the top-end model will retail for 12,999 yuan depending on the memory and storage configuration. Unfortunately, the exact specifications are a mystery as of now though it’s known the phone is going to run on Android while there is going to be a 6 GB RAM and 128 GB of storage on one of the models. Also, the device is known to weigh 320 grams, which is understandable considering that FlexiPai is, in fact, a tablet in the guise of a phone.
Also, while Royole might be a newcomer when it comes to smartphones, it still has considerable experience manufacturing super thin flexible displays. The company also said the FlexiPai will be durable enough to withstand over 200,000 screen bends when opening and closing the device. This should also ensure the phone will be in operation for 2 – 3 years at least without suffering any damages to the display or its internals.
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- SPLIT THE VIEW. MULTITASK¹ TO THE MAX: Productivity never felt this powerful. Use up to three apps¹ at once on the expansive inner screen of Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. You’ll enjoy plenty of space to work, play, connect and more.
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- THE BATTERY YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR: It’s the battery you’ve been wanting in a foldable cell phone. Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra packs a powerful ultra-sized⁴ battery in an ultra-slim design. Plus, with Super Fast Charging 2.0⁵, charge up faster than ever before.
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Meanwhile, the launch of the foldable phone has also taken the entire tech world by surprise considering that many had expected such a device from the more well-known brands. Samsung, for one, was widely expected to launch a foldable phone during its event scheduled on Nov. 7 though that seems unlikely given that things seem unusually quiet on that aspect. Huawei too was believed to be in the race to launch the first foldable phone though none of that happened.
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- 7.6", Foldable OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1450 nits (peak), 1840 x 2208 pixels, Cover display: 5.8" OLED, 120Hz, HDR,1080 x 2092 pixels, 17.4:9 ratio, 408ppi, 1200 nits (HBM), 1550 nits (peak)
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Royole meanwhile has stated they would be holding three flash sales on Nov. 1 with the delivering slated to begin in December.
Quick Recap
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- Designed for Gemini Intelligence, brighter screens, and a more durable design, the new Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold delivers eye-opening performance and makes multitasking effortless[1,2,3]
- Unlocked Android phone gives you the flexibility to change carriers and choose your own data plan: Works with Google Fi, Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and other major carriers[4]
- As stunning as it is strong: Pixel 11 Pro Fold’s ultra-durable composite back is lighter, stronger, and designed to be nearly impossible to crack[5,6]; and with scratch-resistant glass and an all-new hinge, it’s 3x stronger[5]
- Unfold the fun: Drift away into immersive entertainment on the brighter-than-ever 8-inch screen[2]; take it into tabletop mode for hands-free streaming of your favorite content
- Stay informed without looking at your screen: When your phone is face down, Pixel HiLight gently alerts you with subtle glowing lights when your favorite contacts are calling or you’re talking with Gemini; exclusive to Google Pixel 11 Pro phones
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