This image could be your first genuine glimpse of the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
A Reddit post claims to showcase Samsung's wider foldable devices in person, just weeks prior to the Unpacked event on July 22.
Samsung’s forthcoming foldables have faced extensive scrutiny through numerous leaks over the past several months. Official-looking images have revealed the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 in their anticipated colors, while reports have provided insights into specifications and pricing for all three, indicating potential increases in both the US and Europe. The only element that was absent was a live photo of the actual devices, and that void has now been addressed.
An initial look at Samsung’s upcoming collection
A circulating photo on Reddit is said to offer an early real-world view of Samsung’s next-generation foldables, ahead of the official announcement on July 22. The image, posted by u/GalaxyNote7Recalled, appears to depict the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip 8 displayed on stands in what resembles a showroom.
The original poster claims to have taken the photo at a Samsung retailer in South Korea, stating that an employee identified the device in the center as the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 before requesting that they refrain from taking pictures. The image features the Fold 8 in a cream color, accompanied by what looks like the Fold 8 Ultra and Flip 8 in black.
Little remains for Samsung to reveal
Currently, the primary uncertainties revolve around the internal components of these phones and their pricing, both of which have seen partial leaks already. The leaked renders and this latest photo have addressed design and color aspects, and none of the provided information has contradicted the others. While Samsung has not officially confirmed anything, the speculation indicates significant spec enhancements for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and a more modest upgrade for the Galaxy Z Flip 8.
Pricing remains an area of some ambiguity, with recent sources suggesting that the entire lineup may become more expensive. Samsung will clarify all these details at its Unpacked event on July 22, and given how thoroughly the design has been leaked, pricing might be the only genuine surprise left for the audience.
Pranob is an experienced tech journalist with over eight years of covering consumer technology topics. His work has been…
Your Google Voice calls now feature an AI note-taker and a lower price tag
Your calls just got a personal assistant, and your budget is benefiting.
Remember when Google Voice was simply a free number to avoid spam calls? It has evolved significantly, and now it's taking a monumental step: allowing Gemini to quietly listen in on your calls and manage the note-taking for you.
How does AI note-taking function during calls?
Read more
This app transforms your text and voice messages into animated AI characters
Pixi Garden aims to enhance messaging by converting your texts into animated AI performances.
If you’ve ever felt that your text messages lacked flair, this new app might be worth exploring. Instead of sending standard text or voice messages, Pixi Garden enables you to send animated AI characters that express your message in style.
What exactly is Pixi Garden?
Read more
Meta’s captivating Instagram and Facebook design could result in billions in fines and a mandated redesign
Meta may face a penalty amounting to 6% of its global revenue due to "addictive" app design.
Meta is in serious trouble with the European Union concerning the addictive nature of its apps, which could prove costly for the company. The European Commission announced today that Meta violated the Digital Services Act, a regulation that requires major online platforms to evaluate and minimize risks associated with their designs. The Commission's preliminary conclusions specifically highlighted features of Instagram and Facebook such as infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and personalized recommendations, which are the mechanisms keeping users glued to their screens for extended periods.
Read more
Other articles
My old Pixel continues to receive AI features that Apple requires a newer iPhone to access.
My Pixel 8a continues to receive AI tools, while Apple's latest model is falling behind the standard iPhone 17, and this disparity speaks volumes about the level of long-term support.
1X's NEO robot is equipped with hands capable of sensing when a glass is slipping.
The NEO home robot from 1X features new tendon-driven hands that offer 25 degrees of freedom and tactile skin. It can easily detect a slipping glass, but performing actual tasks remains challenging.
Samsung has introduced a new line of OBLYX OLED panels, set to debut in your gaming laptops shortly.
Samsung Display has launched OBLYX, its inaugural brand for OLED gaming laptops, aiming to take advantage of the swiftly increasing demand for high-end gaming screens, especially in China.
This image could be your initial genuine glimpse of the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
A photo shared on Reddit allegedly depicts Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 in real life, weeks before the Unpacked event scheduled for July 22.
I brought this Oppo smartwatch for a swim, and it recorded everything except for my excuses.
The Oppo Watch X3 tracked all aspects of my 1,100-meter swim, capturing my strokes, pace, heart rate, changes in technique, and even a long pause for conversation.
Europe's effort to reduce bureaucracy has satisfied hardly anyone.
The EU's push for deregulation is undermining the GDPR and postponing the AI Act, while industry representatives claim it's moving too slowly, and digital rights organizations argue that it's overly ambitious.
This image could be your first genuine glimpse of the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
A photo being shared on Reddit purportedly displays Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 in real life, weeks before the Unpacked event scheduled for July 22.