Your upcoming Galaxy Z Fold may feature a crease that is 20% shallower.

      Samsung Display unveiled a next-generation foldable OLED at CES 2026, which reduces crease depth by approximately 20% compared to its 2025 model. This improvement could lead to decreased glare and shadows along the fold line during phone usage.

      Samsung Display highlighted its advancements in foldable technology at CES 2026, focusing on a design intended to make the crease of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 less bothersome in everyday use. The central assertion is that the crease appears roughly 20% shallower than what is found on the Galaxy Z Fold 7.

      This development is significant because the crease remains the first feature noticed on a bright, large foldable display. It can manifest as a dark line in videos and games, and may reflect light brightly when illuminated.

      However, this technology is not yet guaranteed for the upcoming Galaxy Fold. According to ZDNet Korea, Samsung's MX division is expected to make a decision by the end of Q1 2026, taking potential cost increases linked to the new design into account.

      The changes involve more than just hinge modifications; they focus on the internal display layers that must withstand thousands of bends without permanently deforming.

      One key adjustment involves the optical clear adhesive between the layers intended to allow the stack to flex and recover more smoothly while folding, thereby reducing the likelihood of a deep crease over time.

      Additionally, the report mentions a more robust reinforcement layer. Rather than using a plastic PET film, Samsung Display is moving towards a metal plate for increased support beneath the panel.

      Apple enthusiasts should temper their enthusiasm as speculation arises when Samsung Display reveals new foldable technology. Reports suggest that this panel may not be suitable for Apple’s initial foldable iPhone, primarily due to differing reinforcement strategies under the screen. Thus, while the technology is impressive, it should be seen as Samsung advancing its own foldable products rather than a preview of Apple devices.

      Keep an eye on the decision expected in Q1. If the crease on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a crucial factor for you, the more significant date is not related to launch rumors but rather when Samsung will decide in late March 2026 whether to accept the higher costs associated with this new crease panel.

      If you're in the market for a new phone now and can’t wait for the next Samsung foldable flagship, consider checking out the best available foldables. If you can hold off, watch for updates on the supply chain and any indications that the Fold 8 display may receive a considerable redesign.