Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra features a redesigned hinge and improved display durability

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra introduces a refined hinge mechanism that facilitates smoother opening and closing, along with a more durable titanium alloy plate and film to reduce screen creasing. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Samsung, which the reviewer notes offers a 16% performance increase over the Z Fold 7, alongside 15% smoother graphics and 21% faster AI capabilities. The camera system has been upgraded to include a 200MP wide lens with 2x optical zoom, a 50MP ultrawide lens with autofocus, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The cover display is a 6.5-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel reaching 3,000 nits, while the 8-inch main display features a QXGA+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The device supports 45W wired and 20W wireless charging for its 5,000mAh silicon-carbon battery. The software experience includes new AI-driven features like Gemini Notebook for organizing information and enhanced Smart Switch capabilities for transferring data from iOS devices.

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra introduces a refined hinge mechanism that facilitates smoother opening and closing, along with a more durable titanium alloy plate and film to reduce screen creasing. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Samsung, which the reviewer notes offers a 16% performance increase over the Z Fold 7, alongside 15% smoother graphics and 21% faster AI capabilities. The camera system has been upgraded to include a 200MP wide lens with 2x optical zoom, a 50MP ultrawide lens with autofocus, and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. The cover display is a 6.5-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel reaching 3,000 nits, while the 8-inch main display features a QXGA+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The device supports 45W wired and 20W wireless charging for its 5,000mAh silicon-carbon battery. The software experience includes new AI-driven features like Gemini Notebook for organizing information and enhanced Smart Switch capabilities for transferring data from iOS devices.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra features a redesigned hinge that allows the device to hold at various angles for tabletop modes. The main display incorporates a titanium alloy film and plate to improve durability and reduce the visibility of the center crease.

The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Samsung, providing significant improvements in processing, graphics, and AI performance. The camera system includes a new 50MP ultrawide lens with autofocus and a 200MP wide lens with 2x optical zoom.

The 5,000mAh silicon-carbon battery supports 45W wired charging and 20W wireless charging. The device supports advanced data transfer from iOS, including the migration of eSIM and password information.

Chapter guide

Unboxing and initial impressionsThe reviewer unboxes the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and compares its form factor to previous models.Display and hinge designA detailed look at the inner and outer displays, the reduced crease, and the redesigned hinge mechanism.Hardware and physical buildAn overview of the device's external ports, antenna lines, and physical dimensions.Display specificationsTechnical breakdown of the cover and main display panels, including brightness and resolution.Setup and data transferThe setup process, including the new ability to transfer eSIM and account data from an iPhone.Biometrics and software featuresSetting up fingerprint authentication and an overview of the AI-powered software features.Camera system and performanceA review of the camera hardware, including the 200MP wide sensor and 8K video recording capabilities.Carbon magnet caseUnboxing and testing the optional carbon magnet case for MagSafe compatibility.

Worth noting

  • The device is identified as the 'Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra,' which may be a pre-release or prototype unit as of the video's publication date.
  • The reviewer notes the device is running a version of One UI 9.0, which may not represent the final public software release.

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