Samsung Explores 360° Dual-Folding Phone in New Patent

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Samsung Patent Reveals Ambitious 360° Foldable Phone Design

Samsung may be preparing to revolutionize the foldable phone market yet again, with a new patent that showcases a device capable of folding both inward and outward. The patent, recently published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), outlines a sleek, ultra-thin foldable phone design with a 360-degree hinge system. This dual-folding mechanism allows the device to open into a tablet-sized display or fold backwards to function as a secondary cover screen—potentially eliminating the need for an additional outer display altogether.

According to the filing, labeled US 2025/0107013 A1, the phone features a large flexible screen with two distinct folding areas. These hinge points enable the screen to bend in either direction, offering more versatility than the single-direction fold seen in current Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip models. The diagrams included in the application reveal how the flexible display can contour smoothly along the device’s frame, suggesting that Samsung has made notable progress in flexible display durability and hinge engineering.

This isn’t Samsung’s first flirtation with dual-folding concepts. Back in 2023, the company unveiled a prototype capable of similar 360-degree folding at tech expos, but no commercial product ever emerged from that concept. The reappearance of this idea in an official patent may signal renewed interest from the company in pushing this design closer to production, although Samsung has not yet announced any plans to launch a device based on this technology.

If brought to market, a phone with full 360-degree folding capability could dramatically simplify foldable phone design by merging both inner and outer displays into a single flexible panel. It could also pave the way for thinner and lighter foldable phones, potentially giving Samsung a significant edge in the next generation of mobile hardware innovation.

Smart Samsung Fridges Locate Phones, Control Air Conditioners

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Samsung Electronics is taking smart home integration to a new level with its latest Bespoke AI refrigerator lineup. Previously, customers used Galaxy Watches to locate misplaced phones—but now, Samsung’s fridges can do the job. With a built-in nine-inch display and voice-enabled assistant, users can simply say, “Hi Bixby, find my phone,” and the fridge will ring the correct device, recognizing different family members’ voices for tailored assistance.

Beyond phone-finding, these AI fridges act as a central control hub for the smart home. Users can give voice commands to adjust air conditioners or control window blinds, and the system responds based on real-time weather data to ensure optimal comfort. This was among several innovative features Samsung unveiled during its latest product showcase event in Seoul, where the company highlighted its expanding use of artificial intelligence in everyday appliances.

Samsung’s broader strategy is clear: to lead the next generation of smart living by embedding AI into a wide range of home products—from refrigerators and robot vacuums to washing machines. The aim is to create a more seamless, personalized, and connected user experience. These enhancements are part of a calculated push to maintain market leadership while redefining how consumers interact with their living spaces.

According to Moon Jeong Seung, head of the digital appliance R&D division, the increased integration of AI is expected to drive strong sales in the coming year. With expertise spanning both mobile and home electronics, Samsung is uniquely positioned to develop an expansive, interconnected ecosystem. By linking the half-billion devices it sells annually, the company envisions a future where homes are not just smart—but intelligent and intuitive.

Europe’s Defence Push Inspires Young Innovators at Amsterdam Hackathon

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A hackathon held over the weekend in Amsterdam gathered more than 100 young programmers and engineers, aiming to create fast, affordable battlefield technologies to support Ukraine in its war against Russia. As Europe ramps up military spending in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s warnings about pulling back NATO commitments, young tech talent is increasingly looking toward defence careers.

Participants of the hackathon, organised by the European Defense Tech Hub (EDTH) and Ukraine’s Brave1 defence accelerator, explored innovations ranging from drones and anti-drone tech to squad radar systems and seismic wave detection for enemy movement. While some attendees arrived with startup ambitions, others were there to network or show solidarity with Ukraine.

Among them was Emil Knutsson, a 24-year-old Swede, who noted a broader generational shift. “Even before the Russian invasion, I was interested in defence. But now, many of my peers are thinking the same way,” he said.

Interest in the event was further fuelled by recent geopolitical developments. According to Benjamin Wolba of EDTH, events like the Munich Security Conference and Trump’s more conciliatory tone toward Russia have created a renewed sense of urgency across Europe to invest in its own security infrastructure.

The hackathon also highlighted how defence innovation is no longer limited to governments or legacy contractors. Attendee Andreas Michaelides, whose team developed a seismic sensor system, said, “Every single one of us can get into this now,” pointing to the democratization of military tech development, especially in software and drone warfare.

Investor interest is also growing. Judge Bram Oostvogel of NUNC Capital, which recently announced a €20 million fund for early-stage defence startups, sees Ukraine as a real-world testing ground for ideas that could plug security gaps across Europe.

“First, you take care of security and safety – not Facebook likes,” Oostvogel said, emphasizing the shift in focus among both investors and innovators as the continent faces rising geopolitical threats.

With more hackathons planned across Europe this year, EDTH sees this as just the beginning of a new wave of grassroots defence innovation.