Samsung is getting ready to launch new foldable phones this year. Along with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the company is also working on another Galaxy Z Fold model. New inforamation show that Samsung has already started software development work on this new Fold.

The first software build for this new Fold has been spotted. The firmware version is F971USQU0AZB1. This confirms that Samsung has started working on the phone’s software. The device is expected to run Android 17 with One UI 9 right out of the box.

The new Fold is internally codenamed “H8.” According to rumors, it may come with a wider design, similar to what Apple is expected to introduce with its first foldable iPhone. Although full specifications are not available yet, the device is expected to share many features with the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Source – Samsung Mobile Press

This second Fold device is believed to be a slightly more affordable option. Reports also say that Samsung plans to launch this device globally.

In addition, the first One UI 9 firmware has been seen for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. This suggests that Samsung’s upcoming foldable phones will be the first to feature the new software. Along with them, the major One UI update development has also begun for last year’s Galaxy Z Fold 7.

One UI 9 will be Samsung’s next major software update based on Android 17. The new foldable phones will likely launch with it pre-installed. Stay tuned for more information.

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