Samsung may be developing its first sliding-screen smartphone, following the publication of a new patent detailing the unconventional hardware. The device, expected to be named the Galaxy Z Slide, points to a potential expansion of the company’s flexible display portfolio.
The official patent was published under number US 2026/0333595 A1. Rather than relying on a central hinge to fold in half, the documentation describes a sliding display mechanism that expands the screen surface area.
If Samsung proceeds with the concept, the form factor would offer an alternative approach to flexible screens compared to existing foldable phones. A sliding display allows for a larger viewing area while adopting a distinct mechanical approach to screen expansion.
The Galaxy Z Slide is expected to join Samsung’s foldable device lineup in 2027. Specific hardware specifications, pricing, and official launch details have not yet been announced.
