Models of Samsung's next-generation foldable screen phones, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, have appeared online, with side-by-side real-life pictures showing the differences in body proportions and camera configurations between the two models. Relevant information comes from multiple leaks and previous CAD renderings, which show that this generation of products is clearly distinguished in terms of naming and shape.
As early as March this year, the CAD-based Galaxy Z Fold8 "wide version" renderings had revealed its overall appearance in advance. Later, a hands-on video of a suspected real machine model was leaked, giving the outside world a more intuitive understanding of the wide-ratio folding screen. The device was later photographed in public, providing more evidence of its final design. The latest exposure pictures place the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra models side by side for the first time, comparing the height, thickness and rear camera module layout of the two.
It can be seen from this real shot that the model, which was previously called Fold8 and is now said to be renamed Fold8 Ultra, has a taller overall body and a three-camera module on the rear, highlighting its positioning as a high-end model. The model called Galaxy Z Fold8 is significantly shorter and wider, equipped with a dual-camera system on the back, but the internal foldable screen is wider and adopts a 4:3 display ratio, focusing on a display experience closer to a tablet form. This also means that Samsung will provide both "tall and narrow" and "short and wide" paths for the same generation of vertical folding product lines to adapt to different users' holding preferences and usage scenarios.
In terms of color matching, the back panel of the exposed model appears white in some pictures, while the same tipster, Ice Universe, showed a suspected blue appearance of the same model in another social platform post. It's not yet confirmed if this means two different colorways will be available, or if it's just a visual difference caused by different lighting. Considering that it is still in the unreleased stage, these body color information may still change before official mass production.
In terms of configuration, it is reported that this "wide version" Galaxy Z Fold8 will have a built-in 4800mAh battery and support 45W wired fast charging. Compared with previous similar folding models, the battery life and charging experience are expected to be improved. The machine is said to weigh about 201 grams, which is significantly lower than many current candy bar flagship models. This weight control strategy is of greater significance for daily holding and long-term use of folding screens. In terms of imaging, sources also pointed out that this model will be equipped with a new 50-megapixel main camera and natively support 24-megapixel output mode to strike a balance between image quality and imaging volume.
In terms of screen appearance, there are reports that the foldable inner screens of Galaxy Z Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra will greatly improve the crease problem. The screen creases are comparable to those of Oppo Find N6, and are close to the "no obvious crease" look and feel level. If this is realized on a mass-produced machine, it will significantly improve the "middle groove" problem that was often criticized in terms of look and feel and touch control of folding screens in the past. It is widely expected that Samsung hopes to use this to consolidate its technological and product image advantages in a new round of competition in the folding screen market.
At present, Samsung has not yet made an official response to the naming, configuration and launch time of the Galaxy Z Fold8 series. The above information is still classified as unofficial revelations. However, with the frequent exposure of model machines and the continuous cross-confirmation of multiple sources, the industry generally believes that the official release of this series is not far away, and it is expected that more details about the price and launch area will gradually emerge in the future.