The South Korean tech giant said although the Galaxy Folder 2 looks like earlier models of handsets, it runs on the Android 6.0 platform and comes with 8-megapixel and 5-megapixel cameras. (Image: Yonhap)
SEOUL, June 22 (Korea Bizwire) – Samsung Electronics Co. said Thursday it will release a new flip-style smartphone this week, seeking to grab consumers still yearning for handsets with traditional design.
The South Korean tech giant said although the Galaxy Folder 2 looks like earlier models of handsets, it runs on the Android 6.0 platform and comes with 8-megapixel and 5-megapixel cameras.
The 96.6-millimeter-wide display will also help users enjoy photos and videos, with a keypad allowing them to activate various features, such as the phonebook and cameras instantly.
Samsung Electronics Co. said Thursday it will release a new flip-style smartphone this week, seeking to grab consumers still yearning for handsets with traditional design. (Image: Samsung Electronics)
Taking older consumers’ needs into consideration, the phone also comes with louder ringtones.
The South Korean tech giant said although the Galaxy Folder 2 looks like earlier models of handsets, it runs on the Android 6.0 platform and comes with 8-megapixel and 5-megapixel cameras. (Image: Samsung Electronics)
The device, available in black and red, will hit shelves starting Friday in South Korea for 297,000 won (US$260).
(Yonhap)
