Foldables are sort of boring now
The latest foldable phones are here, but they're not exciting anyone.
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Source diversity sample: techradar.com · ZDNET · samsung.com · Android Police · HotHardware · androidcentral.com · 9to5Google.
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Questions people are asking
What are the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's main features?
The Z Fold 8 Ultra is described as ticking every box, but specifics on its features are not provided in the coverage.
What are the differences between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold?
The Z Fold 8 Ultra is built thin, while the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is built to last.
Where can I preorder the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8?
The Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 are available for preorder at Amazon.
What happened
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is out. It's a solid device, but it's not generating much buzz. Android Police and 9to5Google both note that the Z Fold 8 Ultra is a competent but uninspiring device.
The Z Fold 8 Ultra is not the only foldable on the market. The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is also available. Androidcentral.com compares the two, noting that the Pixel 10 Pro Fold is built to last, while the Z Fold 8 Ultra is built thin.
The Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 are also available for preorder at Amazon, with gift cards offered as an incentive.
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- Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Fold 8's wider shape is ‘the new standard for viewing content’ — but is it really better than the Z Fold 8 Ultra? I tested Netflix, YouTube, and Instagram on both phones to find out techradar.com · 1d ago
- The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is so good, I don't see the point of flip phones any more ZDNET · 1d ago
- [Interview] [Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] Inside the Design Behind the Latest Galaxy Z Series and Galaxy Watch samsung.com · 1d ago
- I've been loving the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, but it misses a pivotal foldable tool Android Police · 1d ago
- Preorder Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 And Flip 8 At Amazon, Get Gift Cards HotHardware · 1d ago
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold: Built thin vs. built to last androidcentral.com · 1d ago
- Review: The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra ticks every box, but it’s the boring option now 9to5Google · 1d ago
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