I went hands-on with the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Samsung's out of ideas for its smallest foldable
Android Police 2026-07-22 13:00:15
Context: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8, the company's third new phone for July 2026, has been unveiled, but it seems to be overshadowed by its more impressive counterparts, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. With rumors suggesting it may be the last of its line, Samsung has not done much to convince consumers that this model is worth upgrading to or buying for the first time. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is set to be available for pre-order from July 22 and will be released on August 7, starting at $1,200.
Key Facts
- The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the thinnest and lightest Z Flip phone yet, weighing 180 grams and measuring 6.1mm thick when unfolded, compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, which weighs 188 grams and measures 6.5mm thick.
- The phone features a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor, but its cameras, battery capacity, charging, screen size and resolution, durability, and memory are all the same as the Galaxy Z Flip 7.
- Samsung has introduced a new Flex Window software that allows users to interact with the cover screen more intuitively, enabling them to check the time and date, see recent apps, open the app drawer, and use quick settings, among other functions.
- The Galaxy Z Flip 8's camera app features Flex Mode, which allows users to hold the phone like an old-school camcorder, and the Super Steady with Horizon Lock feature, which was previously seen on the Galaxy S26.
- The phone is $100 more expensive than its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, and will be available for pre-order from July 22, with a release date of August 7, starting at $1,200.