Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Watch 8
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Perhaps the most glaring issue with early Galaxy Z Fold models was the display crease. Samsung’s early foldable screens would develop a visible line in the center after repeated folding. Not only would it strip the devices of their flagship feel, but in some cases, it would affect usability and lead to untimely repairs.
With the introduction of One UI 8, which represents Samsung's most intelligent and customisable software skin to date, the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 are designed for a new generation of users who want power, creativity, and AI-driven features packed into sleek, foldable hardware.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 look incredible — and they could mean serious trouble for Google's foldable Pixel phones.
Samsung introduced several updates to its foldable devices lineup on Wednesday, with the new Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7, and the new Z Flip 7 FE taking stage at the latest Unpacked event.
Apple supposedly wants to produce between 6 and 8 million foldable iPhones in 2026, with company working to make it an annual release. Though SD's production capability exceeds Apple's reported forecast, the company is also supposed to have signed a "several year" contract.
Google also announced that, starting with Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7, you’ll be able to long-press the power button and have Gemini take a gander at your screen while you’re scrolling. With live access to what you’re looking at, you can ask Gemini for help on stuff like product comparisons. Per Google:
Samsung is getting ready to unfold an updated smartphone portfolio on Wednesday, July 9th, at 10AM ET / 7am PT. The biggest thing coming, at least if the rumor mill has things nailed down right, will be a smattering of new foldables, and of course, Galaxy AI features. Wouldn’t be a big tech event without AI these days, right?
Samsung Electronics Co. plans to begin selling a so-called trifold smartphone later this year, joining rival Huawei Technologies Co. in exploring a relatively untested market that pushes the boundaries of foldable technology.
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