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Leaked renders of Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8 suggest a mostly familiar design with a single, subtle change: the phone is about 0.5 mm slimmer when folded, while the inner 6.9-inch and outer 4.1-inch displays remain the same as the Flip 7. Expected upgrades include the Exynos 2600 processor, a slightly larger battery, and a marginally shallower crease, with a July launch amid competition from the Z Fold 8 and a new Z Wide Fold.
Leaked renders by OnLeaks and My Mobiles reveal the Galaxy Z Flip 8 with a 6.9-inch main display, a 4.1-inch outer screen, dimensions of 85.4 x 75.4 x 13.2 mm folded (166.8 x 75.4 x 6.6 mm open), and a dual-camera rear setup, suggesting a design similar to the Z Flip 7 but slightly larger, with a July launch anticipated.
Samsung reportedly will ship what could be the final units of the Galaxy Z TriFold in the US on April 10, priced around $2,900 as Samsung clears remaining inventory after a three‑month launch; the highly priced foldable was praised for its design balance but was not profitable and production was limited.
Leaked dummies of Apple's first foldable iPhone show a very wide device when folded, raising concerns that a tablet-first design could hinder one-handed usability even as the unfolded experience aims to impress; the piece uses Samsung’s foldables as a contrast to highlight the risk of prioritizing form over practical everyday use.
Xiaomi is reportedly returning to the book-style foldable market with a new device that could launch around July, possibly named Mix Fold 5 or Xiaomi 17 Fold, and using internally developed hinge, cameras, and UI; it would debut before Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 as competition intensifies (with Apple’s foldable rumored) after the Mix Fold 4’s China-only release and rivals like Honor and Oppo already going international.
Samsung is launching two Galaxy Z Fold 8 models—the Ultra and the Wide—catering to different users: Ultra is the flagship with a taller, lighter design, 8.0-inch inner display, triple camera with telephoto, 5,000mAh battery, and about $1,999; Wide focuses on practicality and affordability with a shorter/wider body, 7.6-inch inner display, dual cameras, 4,800mAh battery, and around $1,799. Both run Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, but Ultra emphasizes premium features while Wide prioritizes multitasking usability and value, letting buyers choose based on priorities like premium experience vs. budget-friendly productivity.
Samsung confirmed it will stop selling the Galaxy Z TriFold after selling through existing stock in Korea and then the US. The $2,899 device is already out of online stock in the US, with a few brick-and-mortar stores still offering limited units; buyers may need to visit Samsung Experience Stores, though stock there is not guaranteed. Samsung is expected to shift focus to upcoming foldables (potential Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8) amid broader cost pressures on its mobile business.
Samsung is winding down sales of the Galaxy Z TriFold, a $2,899 two-hinge foldable that expands to about 10 inches, just three months after its December 2025 launch, with South Korea slated to stop first and remaining stock in other markets as it runs out. The company gave no official reason; analysts say soaring component costs and manufacturing complexity likely outweighed the prestige of the device, which sold out in Samsung’s store and even fetched above MSRP on resale. The TriFold remains largely an engineering showcase, with no confirmed sequel, though some design elements may influence future foldables.
Samsung reportedly will halt sales of the Galaxy Z TriFold in South Korea (and possibly other markets) from March 17, citing the device as a showcase of technology rather than a revenue driver and its high production costs, despite strong demand and quick sellouts and while Samsung prepares new foldables like the Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 is rumored to bring major camera upgrades (including a 12 MP telephoto with 3x zoom and a 50 MP ultrawide) while possibly introducing a second, tablet-like design; the release is expected around July 2026 as Samsung seeks to stay ahead of Apple and Google in the foldable market.
Samsung’s 2026 foldable roadmap centers on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, featuring perforated OLED support panels to reduce creases and boost durability, alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and a third device codenamed H8, with rigorous testing and network optimization aimed at broader adoption and competitive pricing.
Oppo’s Find N6 claims a zero-feel crease, achieved through 3D liquid printing that smooths hinge surface variations. In hands-on tests the crease is barely visible, and Oppo says the crease should stay unobtrusive over time thanks to a thicker foldable glass, with a global launch set for March 17.
OPPO has announced the Find N6 foldable, with a global launch set for March 17, promising a Zero-Feel Crease hinge that makes the middle crease almost invisible in daily use. Oppo touts hinge architecture and display material upgrades, a 200MP Hasselblad-tuned camera, and stylus support, plus colors like orange and Stellar Titanium; the device is positioned as one of the thinnest foldables and aims to challenge Samsung’s foldables, though availability outside China will be disclosed at launch.
Leaked renders suggest the Oppo Find N6 will arrive in multiple colors (including orange, light gray, and dark gray) and pack flagship specs: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 12–16 GB RAM, up to 1 TB storage, a 200 MP Hasselblad main camera with 50 MP ultra-wide and 50 MP tele, and a 6,000 mAh battery, with a 6.62-inch cover screen and an 8.12-inch inner display.
Motorola used Mobile World Congress to unveil the Razr Fold, a book-style foldable with a 6,000 mAh battery, 80‑W wired and 50‑W wireless charging, a 6.6-inch external display and an 8.1-inch internal display, 4.6 mm thick when open and 9.9 mm when closed, weighing 243 g. It features a triple 50 MP camera system plus 32 MP and 20 MP selfies, is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, and carries IP48/49 water resistance with Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 on the cover and vegan leather backs. Motorola says it will receive seven years of software updates, with price and availability to be announced for a summer release window.