Ask me anything about Samsung’s new, wide Galaxy Z Fold 8
9to5 Google 2026-07-23 07:05:00
Context: A senior editor for 9to5Google, Ben, recently attended Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event and has been hands-on with the new Galaxy Z Fold 8. He is now inviting readers to ask him anything about the device as he transitions back home. Ben has been using a review unit of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and shares his early impressions.
Key Facts
- The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is considered a significant development in Samsung's foldables, representing a clear shift in the company's direction, unlike its predecessors, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z TriFold.
- Ben initially had mixed feelings about the Galaxy Z Fold 8, finding it not as suitable for video as expected and having a different set of priorities compared to previous generations of the Fold.
- The Galaxy Z Fold 8 features a short and stout outer display that feels new in Ben's hand, and he is finding himself using the phone opened up more than he did with his Fold 7.
- The hardware of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is considered nice, the screens are stunning, and the cameras seem decent, although Ben already misses the telephoto lens from his previous device.
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 pre-orders are currently open, and Ben is inviting readers to ask him questions about the device in the comments section.