Samsung Develops Foldable Tablet With 17-Inch Screen
Samsung is currently developing a massive foldable tablet featuring a 17-inch display when fully opened that shrinks down to an 8-inch device when folded, according to TIMES Indonesia. The project marks a new experimental phase for the South Korean manufacturer as it pushes foldable technology beyond smartphones.
Technology tipster @kro_roe originally revealed details about a 17-inch foldable device in late August 2026 without naming the manufacturer. According to Jagat Gadget, the same tipster recently confirmed that Samsung has begun working on the device.
Hardware Mechanics and Design Challenges Remain Unclear
The exact mechanism for transitioning between the 17-inch open state and the 8-inch folded state remains a central question for industry observers. IDN Times noted that Samsung has not yet confirmed the project, leaving specifications, pricing, and launch dates entirely unannounced. Options for the design include a single flexible display panel that folds outward, or a primary 17-inch screen paired with an 8-inch secondary exterior display similar to the Galaxy Z Fold series.
Samsung previously demonstrated 17-inch foldable OLED concepts through Samsung Display back in 2021, though the company has not verified whether that underlying technology powers this new hardware.
Pre-Orders Rise for New Folding Devices
Samsung previously released the Galaxy Z TriFold, which offered a 10-inch display when unfolded and sold in limited quantities before its United States inventory sold out in April 2026, as detailed by TIMES Indonesia.
Market demand for folding hardware appears strong enough to support further experimentation. Global pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 rose 30 percent compared to previous generations, giving the company clear incentive to test larger canvases. Meanwhile, competitors are exploring similar territory, with Apple reportedly testing foldable iPads featuring 18- to 20-inch displays that analyst Ming-Chi Kuo projects could launch around 2028.
Frequently Asked Questions About Samsung’s Foldable Tablet
Has Samsung officially announced the 17-inch foldable tablet?
No official confirmation exists from Samsung.
What are the expected dimensions of the device?
Leak reports indicate the tablet will measure 17 inches when fully opened and shrink down to 8 inches when folded shut.