
The Galaxy Z Fold 5 is poised to headline Samsung Unpacked on June 26, but before the foldable’s big debut, I think it’s important to remember the device that saved the Z Fold series from its disastrous start: The Galaxy Z Fold 2.
When the original Samsung Galaxy Z Fold arrived in September 2019, it didn’t take long for the phone to land in controversy. Reports of the phone breaking dampened what was supposed to be a momentous new venture for Samsung’s smartphone business. The company had to recall review units and delay availability. Then, when the phone actually arrived, it didn’t live up to its $2,000 price.