Samsung may be working on a phone that stretches from tall to wide

Samsung may be working on a phone that slides from a tall shape to a wide one. That is the rumor, reported by Android Authority, and Samsung has not confirmed that the phone exists. Some size details are now starting to surface, but none of them are final or official.

What the rumor says

A slidable phone changes shape by sliding part of its body. In this case, the idea is that the phone can switch between a tall form factor and a wide one. A form factor is simply the shape and size of a device. Most phones today stay one shape. This one would change.

Why it could matter

If the phone is real, the shape change could affect how you watch video and use apps. A wider screen suits video. A taller screen suits scrolling and everyday phone use. Having both in one device is the appeal. How well it works in practice is not known.

What is not known yet

• Whether Samsung will release the phone at all
• The final size and shape of the screen
• The price and the release date
• Which apps and features will take advantage of the change

What to do

Nothing yet. Rumored phones often change before launch, or never launch. If this one interests you, wait for Samsung to confirm it and share real details before planning a purchase.