Leaks Reveal Near-Invisible Crease and Major Display Upgrades for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Key points
- Improved Hinge Design: Leaked footage confirms a near-invisible crease on the inner screen, vastly improving upon the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
- Display Enhancements: The inner screen will reportedly feature a higher resolution, an anti-reflective coating, and a peak brightness of 3,600 nits.
- Flex Mode Impact: The new hinge mechanism may reduce screen friction, potentially hindering the phone's ability to maintain partial folds.
- Hardware Upgrades: Rumored specifications include a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, a 5,000mAh battery, and a smaller punch-hole camera cutout.
- Expected Launch: The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, alongside a rumored wide-folding standard Fold 8, is anticipated to launch at an Unpacked event in London on July 22.
Recent supply chain footage and prominent industry leaks indicate that Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will deliver substantial improvements to its inner folding display. A hands-on video of a working unit reveals a redesigned hinge mechanism that practically eliminates the long-criticized display crease, bringing the screen’s flatness on par with leading Chinese competitors like the OPPO Find N6.
According to prominent tipster Ice Universe, the Fold 8 Ultra will also feature a significantly enhanced screen resolution and introduce an anti-reflective coating on the inner panel—a first for Samsung’s foldable lineup. This coating, similar to the one introduced on the Galaxy S24 Ultra, aims to improve reading visibility under direct sunlight and bright indoor lighting.
However, the hardware improvements may come with a slight trade-off. Reports suggest the new hinge design could make it more difficult for the device to stay propped open at specific angles, potentially affecting the functionality of Samsung’s signature “Flex Mode.” Samsung is expected to officially unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series at its next Unpacked event on July 22.
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