Top 5 foldable smartphones to watch in 2025: Major releases from Samsung, Oppo, Google, and more

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The foldable smartphone market is on the verge of another leap forward in 2025, with major brands set to introduce their next-generation devices. As technology continues to advance, the upcoming foldables promise to bring significant improvements in design, performance, and user experience. From Samsung's flagship foldables to innovative offerings from Oppo, Xiaomi, Google, and Motorola, here's a look at the 5 most anticipated foldable smartphones of 2025.

Samsung leads the foldable segment, and its Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 are among the most anticipated releases. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, with a slightly less powerful 7-core variant. The foldable will sport a thinner design, drawing inspiration from the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition. It will have an 8-inch foldable display and a 6.5-inch cover screen. While the S Pen might not be supported, the device is expected to remain sleek, measuring just 4.9mm thick when open.

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The Galaxy Z Flip 7 will focus on affordability and style, featuring the Exynos 2500 chipset. It will likely come with a larger 6.85-inch inner display and a 4-inch cover screen, making it a more practical option for daily use. Despite weaker-than-expected sales of the previous generation, Samsung continues to shape the foldable market with these highly anticipated models.

Oppo's Find N5 is set to make waves as one of the thinnest foldables in the market. Expected to measure just 3.7mm when unfolded, the device will feature a titanium body and the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset. It will also include a 50MP periscope telephoto lens and a large 5,700mAh battery with fast charging support. Oppo has teased its durability with an IPX9 water resistance rating, making it highly resistant to high-pressure water jets. With stylus support and a potential global release under the OnePlus Open 2 brand, the Find N5 will be a