Samsung Display filed a patent with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2022, which was registered internationally in November 2024. The patent reveals a design for a foldable handheld gaming console with a clamshell-style form factor.
According to the patent documents, the proposed device incorporates:
- Built-in joysticks and D-pad controls
- Clamshell folding design similar to Galaxy Z Flip series
- Ultra Thin Glass technology comparable to Galaxy Z Flip 6
- Recessed analog sticks and buttons on either side of the screen
The handheld gaming market currently includes:
- Nintendo Switch
- Steam Deck
- ASUS ROG Ally
- PlayStation Portal
Samsung Display collaborated with Nintendo to produce the screens for the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model. This establishes Samsung’s existing presence in gaming hardware manufacturing.
The patent, as reported by 91mobiles, is registered as an “ornamental design for electronic games console.” The technical drawings show a device that resembles a Nintendo Switch when unfolded but can fold in half like a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip.
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The patent documentation does not specify:
- Internal hardware specifications
- Processing capabilities
- Battery specifications
- Gaming platform compatibility
- Potential release timeline
- Price points
- Software ecosystem details
As stated by Tom’s Guide and 91mobiles, the patent filing suggests Samsung may be:
- Developing its own gaming hardware
- Producing foldable screens for other gaming companies
Samsung has not confirmed any plans for production or provided details about potential development timelines.
The patent drawings, as reported by multiple sources, indicate:
- A compact folded form factor
- Built-in gaming controls
- A design that prioritizes portability
- A screen that folds in the middle
Samsung’s experience includes:
- Production of foldable displays for mobile devices
- Manufacturing OLED screens for Nintendo
- Development of Ultra Thin Glass technology
This patent registration represents Samsung’s documented interest in the gaming hardware sector, though as the sources indicate, patent registration does not guarantee product development.
