Samsung is gearing up for its summer Unpacked event with an unexpected reveal – a special version of its Samsung Internet browser made just for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7.
Now live on the Galaxy Store, the listing doesn’t offer a radically new browser – it’s the familiar Samsung Internet (v28.0.2.43), but optimized for devices running the One UI 8 beta, based on Android 16.
So why the separate listing? It’s likely a strategic move. Samsung seems to be prepping its foldable-friendly software in advance, and what better way to create buzz than to quietly drop clues? This browser version hints that Samsung is tailoring its native apps to maximize the foldable experience – think split-screen tab support or improved continuity across folds.
The Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 are widely expected to debut in early July during a high-profile launch event in New York. Alongside them, rumors suggest we may also see the Galaxy Z Flip FE, and possibly – at long last – Samsung’s ambitious tri-fold device.
While the browser update may not sound thrilling on its own, it’s another signal that Samsung is doubling down on refining the foldable experience – not just in hardware but in software as well. The days of generic apps stretched awkwardly across foldable screens could be nearing their end.
Fans of the brand have noticed the shift. While some miss the bold innovation of older Samsung eras, others are intrigued by the subtle evolution – the company may be trading flash for finesse, betting big on foldables becoming mainstream.
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