Samsungβs first silicon-carbon Galaxy phones show how denser batteries can increase capacity, reduce weight, and make space-starved foldable designs far more practical.
Samsungβs latest foldables share plenty of hardware, but their shapes, screens, cameras, and everyday strengths make each one suitable for a very different buyer.
Xiaomiβs rumored Mix Fold 5 could pair Galaxy Z Fold 8-like wide proportions with homegrown flagship silicon, a 200MP camera, and a considerably larger 6,000mAh battery.
I spent a few hours with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and I think it's tale of hidden upgrades that you will only feel once you hold it in your hands. It's not cheap, or an instant upgrade, but definitely Samsung's best bet at foldable glory.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra brings a bigger battery, faster charging, and a considerably improved ultra-wide camera over the Fold 7, but plenty of core hardware stays untouched.
Samsung upgraded the Z Flip 8's cover screen with a native app drawer supporting 16 apps out of the box, addressing years of user frustration with limited widget-only functionality.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Fold8 debut at Unpacked 2026 with new cameras, AI tools, prices, and clear trade-offs for buyers choosing a foldable.
Samsungβs $1,199 Galaxy Z Flip8 adds a thinner design, expanded FlexWindow tools, and new AI controls while retaining the same battery and rear cameras.