According to the latest report from Counterpoint Research, global shipments of foldable smartphones reached record levels in the third quarter of 2025, experiencing a 14% increase compared to the previous quarter. Samsung maintained its dominant position in the market, capturing an estimated 64% share of all foldable smartphone shipments during this period. The Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 models were identified as the best-selling devices, contributing significantly to Samsung’s market leadership. Furthermore, Samsung’s performance in Q3 2025 represents a 32% year-over-year growth in global foldable shipments.
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Foldable smartphones now represent 2.5% of the total global smartphone market, driven primarily by the growing popularity of book-style foldable devices. The foldable market is anticipated to continue its expansion in 2026, particularly with the anticipated entry of Apple into the segment with the long-awaited iPhone Fold.
Source: Counterpoint Research
