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Samsung Galaxy Fold first look: in pictures

Samsung's new Galaxy Fold is one of the most unique devices we have seen in years with a smartphone/tablet in one device. After three days of use, it's clearly a high end product for the early adopter that is a stunning achievement in engineering.
By Matthew Miller, Contributing Writer
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Closed black Galaxy Fold in hand

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Back of the opened Galaxy Fold

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Triple rear camera system

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Front display without the case

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Opened Galaxy Fold

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Gorgeous OLED panel on the large display

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App shortcuts on the Galaxy Fold

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Start folding it up

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Display is still visible and working as you close the Fold

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All setup and ready to use

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Dual inside front-facing cameras and sensors

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USB-C port for charging and bottom firing speaker

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The foldable part is clearly visible and touchable

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Side fingerprint sensor, power button, and volume buttons

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Closed Galaxy Fold vs Galaxy Note 10+

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Apps on the Fold vs Note 10+

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Included carbon fiber shell case pieces

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Front display on the Galaxy Fold

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Fully functional Android phone on the front display

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Hinge and included case attached to the Fold

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Back of the Fold with the carbon fiber case

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Back with the included case

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Case on the front piece

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Fold branding on the back of the case

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Substantial hinge/spine of the Galaxy Fold

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Bottom view of the closed Galaxy Fold

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ZDNet website, Fold vs Note 10+

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Google Maps: Fold vs Note 10+

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Kindle Oasis vs Galaxy Fold with Kindle app

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Watching Dark Crystal on Netflix

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Watching Dark Crystal on Netflix, zoom view fills the display

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Opened Fold with widgets and apps

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App launcher on the Fold

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Samsung Galaxy Fold retail box

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Slide off the outer sleeve to reveal an inner sleeve

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Finally get to the inner white packaging

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Care instructions attached to the opened Galaxy Fold

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Unfold the future

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Galaxy Fold Premier Service flyer

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Galaxy Buds, charger, and USB cable included

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Entering text on the Fold: split keyboard view

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Picking which apps apply continuity to the small screen

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Samsung email looks lovely on the Galaxy Fold

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Spotify on the Galaxy Fold

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Setting up multi-view app edge launcher

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Using three apps at once on the Galaxy Fold

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Two apps with a pop-up view app

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