Sonko gifts himself Sh609K phone

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has added another luxury gadget to his phone collection after purchasing the rare Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold.

The phone is a high-end foldable smartphone produced in extremely limited numbers worldwide.

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The politician and businessman revealed that he acquired unit number 119 out of only 500 devices manufactured globally.

Sonko announced the purchase while showcasing the phone, whose price in Kenya is estimated at around Sh609,000, placing it among the most expensive smartphones ever sold in the region.

The exclusive device is considered a collector’s item due to its limited production and futuristic design.

Reports indicate that only a small number of units were released globally as part of an early premium batch targeting tech enthusiasts and high-end consumers.

The former governor, known for his flamboyant lifestyle and love for luxury items, said he decided to acquire the phone because of its uniqueness and advanced technology.

Owning the device numbered 119/500 places him among a small group of global buyers who managed to secure the rare handset.

The phone’s exclusivity has already sparked conversations among technology enthusiasts and social media users in Kenya.

Sonko’s acquisition also highlights how premium technology is increasingly attracting wealthy collectors and tech enthusiasts in Africa.

With only 500 units reportedly circulating globally, the device has become more than just a smartphone; it is also viewed as a statement gadget representing status and cutting-edge innovation.

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is Samsung’s first triple-folding smartphone, introducing a new design that expands the concept of foldable devices.

Unlike traditional smartphones that have a single screen, the TriFold features three panels connected by a dual-hinge system, allowing the device to fold inward twice and transform from a compact phone into a tablet-sized display.

When folded, the phone has a 6.5-inch cover display that works like a standard smartphone.

However, when fully unfolded, it expands into a massive 10-inch main screen, roughly the size of a small tablet, making it ideal for multitasking, watching videos, editing photos, and working on documents.

Under the hood, the device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, one of Qualcomm’s most powerful smartphone chips, designed to deliver high performance, advanced graphics, and improved AI capabilities.

The phone comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and large storage capacity for apps, videos, and photos.

The camera system is also among the most advanced on a foldable phone. It includes a 200-megapixel main camera, accompanied by a 12MP ultra-wide camera and a 10MP telephoto lens, enabling professional-level photography and video recording.

The phone also features front cameras for selfies and video calls.

To support its large display and powerful hardware, the TriFold is equipped with a 5,600 mAh battery distributed across its three panels for balanced power usage.

The phone supports 45W fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging, allowing it to power other compatible devices.

Running on Android 16 with Samsung’s One UI 8, the phone includes several AI-powered tools such as live translation, writing assistance, and advanced photo editing features.

Its titanium hinge structure and reinforced glass are designed to improve durability despite the complex folding mechanism.

With Sonko now among the owners of the rare device, the purchase has once again placed him in the spotlight, reinforcing his high-profile lifestyle choices.

For technology enthusiasts, the arrival of the TriFold in Kenya signals the growing global reach of next-generation smartphones, even those produced in extremely limited numbers.