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Samsung reportedly isn’t giving the Galaxy Z Flip 8 its Flex Titanium display tech

16 July 2026 at 06:36

Samsung is reportedly reserving its latest display technology for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 phones. The company yesterday introduced Flex Titanium foldable display tech, but a new report suggests the Galaxy Z Flip 8 might be missing it.

According to NewsPim, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 doesn’t feature Flex Titanium display. The new solution appears to be limited to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, a massive letdown for the clamshell foldable fans.

Samsung’s Flex Titanium display technology

Flex Titanium uses a dual-layer structure that places a titanium alloy film beneath the OLED panel while also incorporating titanium into the supporting display plate.

Samsung claims the titanium alloy offers around 20 times the rigidity of conventional polymer materials. The result is a display that is more resistant to deformation while also becoming thinner.

The upgraded panel structure of the screen, combined with new organic display materials, is also expected to deliver better image quality and improved power efficiency.

Samsung Flex Titanium

The Fold and Flip use very different hinge mechanisms and display assemblies, so Samsung may have chosen to validate the technology on one product family before expanding it further.

Or, this might be the reason:

Industry sources also indicate that Samsung’s privacy display feature will not make its way to either foldable this year. Meanwhile, the company is reportedly planning to bring it to all models of the Galaxy S27 series next year.

Its absence is especially interesting on the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The larger unfolded display naturally exposes more on-screen content in public places, making privacy protection an obvious use case.

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Massive promo images leak reveals Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8, Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 in hero colors

14 July 2026 at 17:08

Samsung is set to hold the next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22 in London. Five out of five upcoming products – the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Watch 9, and Watch Ultra 2 – have just leaked in all their official marketing promo images.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the current highlight of all Samsung ads. The foldable phone is set to bring a different form factor than traditional models. The Fold 7 successor is coming as Fold 8 Ultra, highlighting battery and charging upgrades.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra plus Flip 8

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Wide) and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra have also been revealed in official renders. Our friends over at AndroidHeadlines may have just wrapped the streak of leaks by revealing official promo images in hero colors.

  • Fold 8 colors – Cream, Graphite, and Lavender
  • Fold 8 Ultra colors – White, Black, and Purple

Samsung will launch the Galaxy Z Flip 8 in three standard colors, including Cream, Graphite, and Pink. Folks over at AndroidHeadlines give us our first official look, even before the official reveal, at all the upcoming color options.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, Fold 8, and Fold 8 Ultra

Official renders:Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide and Ultra renders

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Watch 9 in Cream, Green, and Graphite

Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 9 will be available in Cream and Graphite. The Green color option may be exclusive to the bigger size. Overall, the smartwatch is set to feature three color options for interested shoppers.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2

Official renders:Samsung Galaxy Watch 9

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 in Gray and Silver

Earlier, the official renders of Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 were revealed by prominent leaker Evan Blass. The second-generation Ultra smartwatch will feature two striking colors: Graphite and Green, with straps taking the look to the next level.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

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New Galaxy Z Flip 8 leak reveals its weight and thinnest point

11 July 2026 at 17:02

Samsung officially scheduled the launch of its new foldable phones, but a new leak has just revealed the weight and thinnest point dimensions of the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8.

Leaker IceUniverse revealed that the Galaxy Z Flip 8 measures 6.1 mm and weighs 180 grams. At first glance, this leak looks to be contradicting the previous inputs, but it’s not the case.

Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to be 6.1 mm thick at its thinnest point. The effective thickness, including the camera bump, could take it to the 6.6 mm range when unfolded. Folding the device doubles the thickness to 13.2 mm.

Galaxy Z Flip 8 expected thickness and weight

  • 6.1mm at thinnest point
  • 6.6 mm when unfolded
  • 13.2 mm when folded
  • Weight – 180 grams

For context, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 is 6.5 mm unfolded and 13.7 mm when folded. The upcoming Flip is merely 0.1 mm thicker than its predecessor. The difference is visible on paper, but won’t be noticeable in real-world usage.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

Galaxy Unpacked 2026

Samsung will hold its Unpacked event on July 22 in London. The company is set to launch the Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, with the Z Fold 8 coming as an iPhone Ultra alternative featuring a wide screen design and a more practical form factor.

The company has already started letting users reserve the next Galaxy. US residents must reserve the upcoming devices, even if they don’t plan to buy one. There are plenty of benefits for buyers, and one big benefit for everyone: a $500 giveaway.

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6 reasons Samsung says foldable phones are worth buying

11 July 2026 at 11:46

Just days before Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, Samsung is making its case for foldable smartphones. In a new Newsroom article, Samsung explains why it believes foldable phones are the future and worth buying in 2026.

Samsung’s argument is straightforward: a foldable isn’t just another smartphone. It’s meant to replace situations where users would normally switch between a phone and a tablet, such as reviewing spreadsheets, comparing documents, or watching media.

6 reasons Samsung foldable phones are worth buying

Rather than teasing new hardware, Samsung uses the article to address a broader question: Why should someone buy a foldable instead of a conventional smartphone?

1. Foldables are following the same path as large-screen phones

Samsung points to the industry’s transition toward larger smartphone displays as an example. When oversized phones first appeared, many questioned whether consumers would embrace them.

The company sees foldables following a similar path, arguing that users are beginning to recognize the practical advantages of devices that can change form depending on the task.

2. Foldables offer two distinct experiences

The Galaxy Z Fold targets users who frequently multitask, consume media, or need extra screen space for work. The Galaxy Z Flip, on the other hand, focuses on compactness. It folds into a smaller footprint without sacrificing capabilities.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7

Source – Samsung Mobile Press

3. The biggest advantage is adaptability

A larger internal display makes it easier to work across several applications at once. Instead of constantly switching between an email, calendar, browser, or document, users can keep multiple windows open simultaneously.

4. Foldables improve content creation

Because the device can remain partially folded or stand on its own, users can capture hands-free photos, record videos, or take group shots without needing a separate stand.

The company also points to another benefit unique to foldables: using the rear camera system for selfies while previewing the shot on the secondary display.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7

5. Seven generations have made foldables mainstream

Today’s Galaxy Z devices are thinner, lighter and more durable than previous generations. Software has also evolved alongside the hardware, with multitasking features, larger-screen interfaces and Galaxy AI experiences increasingly optimized.

Samsung adds that many existing Galaxy Z owners continue choosing another foldable when upgrading.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7

6. More foldable form factors are coming

Samsung references its expanding portfolio, including the Galaxy Z Trifold, as evidence that the category will continue evolving with new form factors.

The company wants consumers to think less about whether a foldable is different and more about whether it’s better suited to the way they use a smartphone every day.

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