Samsung is reportedly preparing one of its most significant changes yet in the foldable segment, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series expected to introduce a new design direction. The most striking detail is a wider “Wide” Fold concept that could make the device feel more like a regular smartphone in hand before unfolding into a tablet-like screen.
That shift matters because Samsung appears ready to launch three foldables at once. The lineup is expected to include the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, and the Galaxy Z Flip 8, each aimed at a different type of user and price tier.
A different kind of foldable experience
The rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is the clearest sign that Samsung wants to break away from its usual book-style formula. The outer display is said to use a 4:3 aspect ratio, making it wider and potentially more comfortable for one-handed use.
When opened, the screen is expected to offer a more natural viewing area for video content, avoiding the large black bars seen on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. That design choice could make the device feel less like a niche productivity tool and more like a mainstream tablet replacement.
Three models, three roles
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is expected to replace the Z Fold 7 as Samsung’s tall premium model, while the Fold 8 Wide would arrive as a new format entirely. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 would remain the clamshell option for buyers who prefer a more casual foldable.
Leaks suggest the Flip 8 will still be positioned as the more affordable choice, with a maximum storage option of 512GB. The Fold models, by contrast, are expected to target heavier users with storage options reaching 1TB.
What the Ultra model could bring
Samsung’s premium Fold 8 Ultra is said to be especially thin, measuring around 4.1 mm when unfolded and weighing about 215 grams. It is also rumored to carry a 5,000mAh battery and 45W charging, while leaving out an S Pen slot.
On the camera side, the Ultra is expected to step up in a major way with a 200MP main camera with OIS, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. If accurate, that would bring the Fold series closer than ever to Galaxy S Ultra-level hardware.
Camera and display details for the Wide Fold
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is also expected to feature a 50MP main camera with native 24MP support, along with a 50MP ultrawide camera. The camera setup may not be as extreme as the Ultra, but it still points to a significant upgrade in Samsung’s foldable lineup.
Its wider display ratio is the main differentiator, and it could help the device stand out in daily use by making the outer screen more practical before the phone is opened.
Colors, storage, and timing
Reported color options for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra include Cream, Graphite, Green Shadow, and Violet Shadow, with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage variants. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is said to come in Cream, Graphite, Lavender, and Pistachio, also with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB options.
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected in Cream, Graphite, Mint, and Pink, with 256GB and 512GB configurations. Several reports point to a late-July Unpacked event, with July 22 mentioned most often, and sales could begin around August 7 if Samsung follows its usual preorder and shipping pattern.
Prices remain unconfirmed
Samsung has not confirmed final pricing for any of the three models. Still, the recent pricing adjustment for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 suggests the company may continue to vary costs by storage tier and product position.
At the time, the 1TB Galaxy Z Fold 7 rose to $2,499.99 from $2,419.99, while the 512GB model increased to $2,199.99. The 256GB version remained at $1,999.99, and a similar pattern could return for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 lineup.
Chipsets and the competition ahead
Both Fold 8 models are expected to run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is said to use the Exynos 2600, depending on the market. That split would continue Samsung’s familiar approach to balancing performance and regional availability.
The timing may also matter strategically, as Apple is reportedly preparing the iPhone Fold as a direct rival. If the current timeline holds, Samsung’s foldables could arrive before Apple’s first foldable is expected to launch in September.
