Fold 8
Overview
Fold 8 is the 8th generation foldable smartphone of the Galaxy Z Fold series being developed by Samsung Electronics, with a likely release in the second half of 2025. While inheriting the design and performance of its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, it is expected to feature a thinner profile, improved durability, and an innovative camera system. Fold 8 aims to strengthen Samsung's position in the foldable market and set new standards in the premium smartphone segment.
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Design and Display
Fold 8 is expected to adopt a slimmer design compared to its predecessor. The internal main display is likely to retain a 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel, supporting a 120Hz refresh rate and higher peak brightness. The external cover display is expected to expand to 6.3 inches, providing a user experience similar to a regular smartphone when folded. In particular, the hinge structure is anticipated to be further improved to minimize crease marks, and the IPX8 water resistance rating is expected to be enhanced.
Performance and Hardware
It is highly likely to be equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (or Exynos 2500) processor, supporting 12GB or 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage. The battery capacity is expected to increase slightly from 4,400mAh to 4,600mAh, with support for 45W fast charging. Additionally, S Pen support is expected to be further optimized, enhancing the handwriting and drawing experience on the Fold 8.
Camera System
The Fold 8's camera may inherit the 200-megapixel main sensor from its predecessor or feature a new image sensor. The performance of the ultra-wide and telephoto lenses is expected to improve, supporting 3x or 5x optical zoom. The under-display camera is likely to be upgraded from 4 megapixels to 12 megapixels, significantly improving video call and selfie quality.
Software and AI Features
One UI 7.0 (based on Android 16) will be pre-installed, with greatly enhanced Galaxy AI features. Key features include real-time interpretation, AI-based photo editing, and multitasking optimization. In particular, AI utilization in Flex Mode, which leverages the foldable form factor, is expected to increase.
Latest Trends
As of 2024, Samsung Electronics is in full-scale development of the Fold 8, with a high likelihood of unveiling it at an Unpacked event in July or August 2025. Industry analysts expect the Fold 8 to achieve a thinner thickness (under 11mm) and lighter weight (under 230g), which is seen as a strategy to gain an edge over competitors like the Huawei Mate X5 and Oppo Find N5. Additionally, Samsung may enhance UWB (Ultra-Wideband) technology and add satellite communication capabilities to the Fold 8. As of October 2024, a prototype of the Fold 8 has been leaked, reportedly withstanding over 300,000 folds in hinge durability tests.
Related Topics
- [[Galaxy Z Fold 7]]
- [[Foldable smartphone]]
- [[Samsung Electronics]]
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