Samsung’s next foldable line-up may have just leaked ahead of schedule. A new image appears to show screen protectors for the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra side by side.
While leaked screen protectors aren’t usually the most exciting reveal, this one offers an early look at how Samsung could be reshaping its foldable range.
Most notably, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 appears wider and slightly shorter than previous models. Meanwhile, the Fold 8 Ultra looks set to sit in a class of its own.
If the leak is accurate, it suggests Samsung is putting more distance between its standard Fold and Ultra models. The company may no longer treat the Ultra as a simple spec bump. That could help the company better compete. After all, rivals such as Apple, Xiaomi and Vivo continue to push into the foldable market.
The image was shared by well-known tipster Ice Universe and appears to show noticeable differences between the two Fold devices. The standard Fold 8 looks broader than before. This could make the outer display feel more like a traditional smartphone screen. It may also feel less like the narrow panels found on earlier Galaxy Fold devices.
Beyond the redesigned shape, previous leaks have pointed to several upgrades for the Fold 8. These include a less visible display crease, a 4,800mAh battery and a weight of around 201g.
The Galaxy Z Flip 8, meanwhile, is expected to be a more modest update. Rumours suggest Samsung has tweaked the hinge design to make the clamshell foldable slightly thinner when closed. Additionally, the company is also shaving off a little weight. The biggest changes may come under the hood. Reports point to Samsung’s Exynos 2600 chip in Europe and South Korea. In other markets, there may be a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor.
Samsung expects to officially unveil the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra at its next Unpacked event on July 22. The company will reveal these alongside the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
