The 10-Inch Pocket Workstation: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Hands-on at CES 2026

A 10-inch tablet that fits in your pocket is no longer a dream. At CES 2026, Samsung just breathed new life into the stagnant smartphone market with the Galaxy Z TriFold. For those who thought mobile innovation had hit a wall, this device serves as a blazing reminder that the future of hardware is still very much alive.

Galaxy Z TriFold CES 2026 Design: Defying Thickness

The most striking feature is the massive 10-inch internal display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. It's large enough to finally bridge the gap between a smartphone and a full-fledged computer screen. When closed, it offers a comfortable 6.5-inch cover screen that avoids the cramped typing experience of previous generations.

Despite its complex folding mechanism, the device measures just 12.9mm when folded. While thicker than the Z Fold 7, it's actually slimmer than the older Z Fold 5 at 13.4mm. Once unfurled, the engineering prowess becomes even clearer, with the thinnest section measuring a ridiculous 3.9mm.

A Mobile Productivity Powerhouse

Under the hood, the Z TriFold runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, paired with 16GB of RAM and storage options up to 1TB. The real killer app here is the integration of Samsung DeX directly on the device, allowing users to manage a full windowed interface without needing an external monitor.

While Samsung opted for a strict open-or-closed design—missing the intermediate folding modes found on the Huawei Mate XT—the focus on durability and screen protection is evident. Expected to be priced between $2,000 and $2,500, this device is clearly aimed at power users who demand a workstation that fits in their pocket.