Samsung Galaxy Fold Sells Out in Nigeria
The world’s first Dynamic AMOLED Infinity Flex Display sells out instantly
Lagos, Nigeria – November 15, 2019 – The highly anticipated Galaxy Fold, a new foldable device creating a new mobile category, is clearly a hit with Nigerians. The first batch released has already sold out with pre-order sales. Samsung Nigeria is currently working on increasing stock levels to keep up with demand. Even after a delayed-release, there is clearly an appetite for this pioneering device. The next batch will be available from 29th November 2019.
Galaxy Fold features the world’s first 7.3-inch Infinity Flex Display, which folds into a compact device with a cover display. Galaxy Fold offers a powerful new way to multitask, watch videos, play games, and more – bringing to life new experiences and possibilities years in the making.
“Samsung is proud to introduce a premium foldable device, that goes beyond the limitations of a traditional smartphone,” said David Suh, Managing Director at Samsung Electronics West Africa. “The pre-order sales are indicative of the public’s affinity for technology that transcends the norm.”
A Smartphone. A Tablet. Folded into One.
Galaxy Fold is in a category of its own. It delivers a new kind of mobile experience allowing users to do things they couldn’t do with an ordinary smartphone. “Users now have the best of both worlds; a compact device that unfolds to reveal Samsung’s largest-ever smartphone display,” says Adetunji Taiwo, Head, Information Technology and Mobile (IM) at Samsung Electronics West Africa. Galaxy Fold brings together material, engineering and display innovations, developed over eight years following the debut of Samsung’s first flexible display prototype in 2011.
Galaxy Fold Product Specifications
| Galaxy Fold | ||
| Display | Main display: 7.3” QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED (4.2:3)Cover display: 4.6” HD+ Super AMOLED (21:9)* Screen measured diagonally as a full rectangle without accounting for the rounded corners | |
| Camera | Cover Camera | 10MP (2PD), F2.2 |
| Rear Camera | Ultra-Wide: 16MP, F2.2 Wide: 12MP (2PD), F1.5/F2.4, OIS Tele: 12MP, F2.4, OIS | |
| Front Camera | Wide: 10MP (2PD) F2.2 RGB depth: 8MP, F1.9 | |
| AP | 7nm 64-bit Octa-core processor | |
| Memory | 12GB RAM(LPDDR4x), 512GB (UFS3.0)*User memory is less than the total memory due to storage of the operating system and software used to operate the device features. Actual user memory will vary depending on the operator and may change after software upgrades are performed.*No MicroSD slot | |
| Battery | 4,380mAh (typical)* Fast Charging compatible on wired and wirelessWired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFCWireless charging compatible with WPC and PMA* 4,380mAh (typical) refers to the typical value of the battery capacity as tested under third-party lab conditions. The typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,275mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) |
*All functionality, features, specifications and other product information provided in this document including, but not limited to, the benefits, design, pricing, components, performance, availability, and capabilities of the product are subject to change without notice.
For more information about Galaxy Fold, please visit (add .com link) https://www.samsung.com/africa_en/
Ayobami Okanlawon
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November 15, 2019