Samsung is rumored to be preparing a new foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, for a July 22 launch. The device could be called the Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Fold 8 Wide, and it would be the company's first model with a wide-format body. That design is meant to make the phone feel closer to a small tablet when unfolded and to position Samsung to compete with the upcoming foldable iPhone.
One of the biggest selling points is said to be a significantly improved screen crease. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 already reduced its visibility, but the Fold 8 Wide is rumored to feature a so-called “zero-feel crease” — a crease you can see at certain angles but can barely feel with your finger. If Samsung has truly pulled that off, it could be a major advantage in daily use of a foldable display.
The form factor is also expected to change. Instead of the tall, narrow shape of previous Galaxy Z Fold models, the new one is said to have a 7.6-inch internal display with a 4:3 aspect ratio. That format is better for reading, working with documents, browsing the web, and multitasking. When folded, the phone should be more compact and portable, and its weight is rumored to be around 200 grams.
Battery life and charging could also see a noticeable jump. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is tipped to have a 4800 mAh battery and 45W wired charging. For context, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 only supported 25W charging, so the new model should recharge faster and deliver a more confident full day of use.
Cameras, according to leaks, will be more modest than those on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The Wide variant may drop the dedicated telephoto lens, as Samsung is expected to split the lineup into a more affordable wide-format model and a higher-end Ultra version with a full camera array. Instead of a 200MP sensor, the Fold 8 Wide will likely get a 50MP main camera that should be good enough for most everyday situations.
If the rumors hold true, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide would be more than just another annual update — it would be Samsung’s attempt to rethink the foldable smartphone before rivals arrive. A wider screen, lower weight, faster charging, and an almost invisible crease could make the model far more appealing to those who found earlier Folds too narrow, heavy, or compromised.