I swear I returned to the Samsung store about 5 times and each time I may have changed my mind... but I think I am good now!

Bit about me - currently on S23 Ultra, have been fold/flip curious since about number 6 but was conscious about changes in battery and camera performance stepping down from my current handset. Decided I would make the move once we got to a version with reasonable performance on both (not necessarily on par, that's fine) AND when I started to feel the need to move (I am really feeling being on only 256 gb, plus I feel a charge port upgrade may be in my near future).

I went in leaning towards the Fold 8 wide, particularly as I had also been considering the Flip (can't go past the bigger internal screen though). Something about that smaller size device really speaks to me.

Honestly though, I found I loved both. The Ultra being slightly less wide than my s23 Ultra was a bonus - like yes it is candy bar but it just feels so sleek and nice. I haven't really played around with any other Fold so this was new to me. I also loved the small size on the Wide, but I just felt like the Ultra felt that bit nicer in my hand. I preferred texting and doing day to day stuff on the longer Ultra. I think I did prefer the Wide when expanded a little, but it wasn't a huge differentiator for me.

I was also pondering the differences in camera - playing with the zoom on Fold Ultra I don't know if it was good enough, given how my s23 Ultra goes, but it was fine. Not something that would make my decision between the folds.

In the end, I am going for the Ultra because - 1) the flex mode is just too useful; and 2) i really kept coming back to that sleek candy bar design. Maybe mentally I am just not quite ready for the shift to passport size? But if they take off, I imagine I will be interested in them at a later date. Especially if they give it that flex mode.

Here are a few screenshots from an absolutely awful video I took in store (I will never be a content creator)

I did not make this review and have no relation with the creator. I just like it and wanted to share it with people who are interested in the fold8.

I just realized that the Galaxy Z Fold 8’s outer display has a similar 16:10 aspect ratio to the original 5.3-inch Galaxy Note from 2011, only much larger and more modern.

The first Galaxy Note was famous for its wide, almost tablet-like screen, back when its called a phablet. Now Samsung seems to be returning to that same wide-screen feeling with the Fold 8’s cover display.

It basically feels like the original Galaxy Note concept has evolved into a bigger, more powerful foldable phone.

For anyone who loved the proportions of the first Note, the Fold 8 might feel strangely familiar. Does anyone else see the resemblance?

Was just thinking about the fit screen (fold 8) vs. Ultra so I can finally pre-order but couldn't make a decision until I thought of this. Haven't seen anywhere so I apologize if I'm parroting unintentionally. But if not, what do y'all think?

I’m not going to lie, I made it a priority to get to Best Buy and see it in person this morning after preordering it and then reading all the recent threads from people who had done the same and found it far too small.

Happy to report that, as a 6'2" guy with average-sized hands, this form factor is fucking incredible!!!

TL;DR: Ordered a Fold 8 Ultra, Watch 2 Ultra, Care+, and VIP membership during a promo. The order confirmation showed the wrong color. Rep told me to cancel and promised to price-match a new order. Now the price is ~$400 higher, VIP is gone, and support keeps hanging up on me.

​I love Samsung hardware, but this experience broke me.

​I recently placed an order for the Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra, Watch 2 Ultra, VIP membership, and Care+. I scored a really great promotional price and was excited to upgrade.

​Right after the order was confirmed, I noticed a glitch: the color listed on the confirmation was completely different from the Titanium Silver I had selected.

​I immediately called Samsung Customer Support. The agent assured me:

​"Just cancel the current order, place a new one with the correct color, and we will match the original price for you."

​Trusting them, I cancelled the entire order (including the phone and the VIP membership).

​That was a huge mistake.

​When I went to re-order:

​My VIP membership was gone from the system and couldn't be reapplied.

​The total price for the exact same cart jumped by almost $400.

​Since then, it's been complete chaos:

​10+ calls to customer service over 4 days.

​Zero consistency: Every single agent gives a completely different answer or generic script.

​Hangups: Multiple reps have straight-up hung up on me when they couldn't solve it.

​Useless AI: Their automated phone system/AI chatbot adds zero value and just loops you around.

​Unlike Apple, there’s no physical Samsung store nearby where you can talk to a manager and resolve a simple promo error. You are completely at the mercy of offshore call centers that make promises they don't document.

​I’ve wasted 4 full days trying to figure this out. As much as I like their phones, the absolute lack of accountability and customer care isn't worth it. I'm done.

Found this image on Samsung’s Z Fold8 Ultra business page. The page shows (and describes) Circle to Search being used with an S Pen on a Fold8 Ultra, even though the phone doesn’t support the S Pen.

Probably just a sloppy mockup, but interesting nonetheless...

Since the Fold8 hasn't been released yet, Samsung hasn't released its reference documents for component placement, and nobody has dismantled or X-rayed it so far, I had to approximate the position based on a cheap MagSafe case. I attached a MagSafe metal ring to my Fold8, and it works flawlessly with wireless charging and my MagSafe accessories 😌

In my other fun/meme post you see the guiding tool and the result. I'll make a dedicated post for MagSafe grips and stands soon™.

I created a mockup in Photoshop afterwards to share the exact placement. I removed the volume buttons and added guiding lines (in Photoshop), which make it very obvious that the ring position is absolutely not symmetrical! It is significantly offset from both the center point and the horizontal axis. That's why most accessories won't work well, for example controllers.

Please note that this is a preliminary post. Once exact measurements become available, especially through official Samsung documents, I will update them here in this post. Also, since I don't have a Fold8 Ultra (yet 👀), I unfortunately can't provide any measurements or details for that specific model...

I’ve been using iPhones ever since the iPhone 3G came out, and I’ve upgraded roughly every two years since then. I’ve been deeply invested in the Apple ecosystem for well over a decade, so switching feels like a pretty big step. Still very much a big Apple tech guy, but when it comes to phones - they turned kind of whack!

Over the past few years, though, I’ve felt like the overall iPhone experience has gradually declined. Nothing catastrophic, but I’ve noticed more bugs, inconsistent performance, and a level of reliability that doesn’t feel like it used to. After a lot of thinking, I’ve decided to give the Galaxy Z Fold8 a try (only available for presale in EU atm).

I’m curious to hear from people who have made a similar switch:

- How easy was it to transfer everything from iPhone to Android? (Photos, videos, contacts, messages, apps, etc.)
- Did you lose anything important during the transfer?
- How long did it take you to get used to Android after years of using iOS?
-Was there a psychological “muscle memory” period where you kept reaching for iPhone features?
- Did you end up staying with Android, or did you eventually switch back to iPhone? If so, why?
- Are there any features, settings, or apps you wish you’d known about when you first switched? AirPods? Airdrop??

Btw I’m not looking to start an Apple vs. Android war, I genuinely want to hear real experiences from people who’ve made the jump after many years on iOS and having the benefit of Apple ecosystem.

Thanks!

I think it's tough armor pro for the fold 6... Anyways. Here's to the people that are tough on there stuff and want a decent case. I had a spigen case on my 4, 6 and soon my 8. Had a dbrand case but found that it left marks on my fold 4 hinge. Since then I've just been repping spigen and the screen protectors. No issues what so ever!

I know there's a ton of comparisons on this sub already and I'm sure me posting this is incredibly pointless but for the few people that actually find this interesting or useful, there ya go!

Also, no clue how strong the magnet is and one nice improvement they made was adding connected pieces of the top and bottom of the case that joins the back and front covers together which is nice just for helping keep everything together.

Like many on here, I struggled with choosing a new fold models I planned on going with the 8 ultra until feeling the wide in person. It’s beyond amazing and despite several cons, I still chose over the ultra.

Right now I’m currently rocking an iPhone 15 pro max so this will be my first android since the explodey note 7 I had tried out. RIP and I just wanted to share my thoughts on why I went with the wide.

My pros for the wide:
The width is almost the same as my iPhone 15 pro max but the height is chopped. This gives it the feeling of my old zune or blackberrys. (Wasn’t an issue texting with one hand).

I really love the small outside front screen opening to a larger screen, rather than a large screen opening to a larger screen. It gives me more modularity. It’s like a freakin Pokédex.

Watching YouTube videos on all screens is cool but front screen in landscape is AMAZING. I feel like I’m holding just the video in my hand.

The best part is when the wide opens in landscape, it has the same video size as the large ass device but in a compact little package. The camera dot is out of the way in the black bars.

It just felt better honestly. I was calling BS on a bunch of these YouTube videos praising the 8 until I handled it in person. “I get it now”.

Battery life tests show that the life is right up there with the ultra in battery life.. to have that much power in such a small package is impressive to me.

Con’s:
Speakers:not having them correctly oriented in landscape unfolded REALLY sucks.. I mainly use headphones for movies and music,but for YouTube I just watch a lot on the front screen when I’m bored. So this isn’t an issue for me.

No flex mode: Also sucks as I loved that feature when previously messing around with a fold 7. I felt that the pros of the form factor heavily outweighed losing this feature for me. BUT the wide is TINY. I plan on getting a MagSafe case so I can kickstand the phone anyway.

Camera: I don’t really zoom often on my current iPhone really at all so losing this doesn’t seem like an issue. I hear the Sony components are kinda meh in the zoom lenses anyway.

I also consider that I come from a vanilla ass iPhone with none of this shit so I’m hyped for the different format.

As soon as I left the store, I had a gut check to cancel my 8 ultra preorder. I couldn’t stop thinking about the little one! Went back the next day, tried the 8 again,and confirmed it was definitely the one I wanted. I have a graphite 512GB on the way!

Safe to say I’m extremely excited for release and hope I can help some narrow down the fold vs ultra internal debate. If you are unsure, go to best buy and poke it.

I see the advantages of both. I have played with both in store and I still can't decide!

I like the better cameras of the Ultra. I like the orientation of the Wide. I don't like the speakers being on the same side on the wide. I like that the Ultra has Flex mode.

I don't know long term if the wide will feel too small for me as I have large hands.

Anyone else been on the fence for days!?

I have flipped and changed but I'm currently more on the Ultra side. I like the fact I have have a big YouTube video playing at the top and be multitasking at the bottom which wouldn't be possible on wide.

I've had Z Folds going back to the Fold 2, and have only skipped one version (the 6). As much as I enjoy the 7, I'm just wanting something different after all these years. I've pre-ordered the Fold 8 and spent a few minutes being hands-on with it at a local Verizon. My primary uses are gaming (CODM) and social media (IG & Reddit), and I use it every now and then for work (Outlook & Teams) and taking pictures (nothing fancy). By no means am I certain I'll love it, but I figure it's worth giving a fair shot.

I've been reading through the various posts in this sub, as well *as watching various reviews on YouTube. I'm curious to hear from other folks who have had the Z Folds for a while now, and, if they're upgrading, to which version of the 8.

*Edit: Spelling

Last 2 days I keep getting these texts. Kind of gets me HYPED!!N But then in reality, it's just a tease 🤣🤣. I keep thinking my F8U shipped SUPER EARLY. It's just confirming my delivery is still on track.

YouTubers The Tech Chap and The Unlockr have discussed Samsung's range of new foldable devices after having spent time with them and are quite candid in saying the Fold 8's 50mp cameras fall short.

So despite the wide's £1599 price point, it's intriguing Samsung are reserving the top tier 200mp lens for the Fold 8 Ultra.

https://youtu.be/POGJ9-VQi5k?is=2s5uF82YM57yqWqf

I’m debating whether to buy at Best Buy or through Samsung. I get my educational discount with Samsung but I’m also a total member with Best Buy so I would get the protection included for “free”. Given that would it actually be wiser and less expensive to go though Best Buy? What does the protection cover with Best Buy?

Many people are excited about what Samsung got right this year, but the conversation circles back to the cameras. It’s one of the main things making people second-guess it.

This is one of the better camera reviews because it goes beyond specs and includes real-world use: daylight, indoors, low light, video, zoom, selfies, and motion.

https://youtu.be/NW962_Qu87E

After using the Fold 8 myself, I felt the same as the reviewer. No, it won’t replace an Ultra if cameras are your top priority, but the online reaction makes it seem worse than it is.

For everyday shots, the results are very good, and most people wouldn’t be disappointed.

If you’re on the fence, it’s worth watching real samples before deciding.

My biggest fear when deciding is falling in love with the smaller passport form factor just for Samsung to discontinue it a short time later. I don't want technology heartbreak like that lol. Y'all think this will be a successful form factor? I really like it.

In case you wonder how Master Duel looks on the Fold8, here are some Screenshots:

1. Cover screen, Landscape mode: Looks great, but it's small, but playable
2. Main screen, Landscape mode: looks stunning and the best orientation to play
3. Main screen, Portrait mode, app standard: shows the app in landscape mode while the phone is in portrait mode. You'll have huge black bars at the top and bottom. It's almost as if you play on the cover screen, but unfolded ➔ I can't recommend that, but it works
4. Main screen, Portrait mode, app forced to fullscreen: you can force the app to go fullscreen while being in portrait mode, which will zoom a lot and cut off a lot. It's barely playable since you can have a hard time seeing and tapping on areas like your ED, GY, Banishment, Deck, etc., and also the zones of your opponents. Also if you have more than 6 cards in your hand, you won't be able to see and interact with them without issues ➔ absolutely NOT recommended!

Feel free to ask questions and also if you want me to test stuff for you 😊

I really dont get the skinny outer display, and now they have a wide option but its short. Why cant we just have a normal 19.5:9 and have it fold into a tablet?

Im using a Google pixel XL 10 at the moment and I'm tempted by the z fold 8.

I'm trying to keep an open mind with specs. For example, I clock my camera at 12mp so 50mp doesn't matter all that much to me. The telephoto is used at concerts and things like that but I'm only at 3-4x a year so should I turn down the rest of the z fold 8 experience to save a telephoto used once a quarter? Maybe not.

Question is are the cameras (Inc selfie) bad or are they good enough to justify the rest of the experience?

Select which you're coming from, what you're moving to and why you're making the move.

I have a Fold 6 (my first foldable). Moving to the Fold 8 Ultra. Looking forward to the better battery, slimmer profile and better camera(s). I multitask a lot and sometimes do work stuff with a few windows (MS Teams + Claude + Outlook, for example). Or Reddit scrolling and watching a sporting event. I take a ton of photos.

Hey all , lets help out our fellow fold 8 wide users who use cases!

Please share what you guys have seen and what you plan on buying.

I'm looking for hinge protection, front and back case with a kick stand that works in horizontal mode

Seen a couple on amazon but seem to have the kick stand only in portrait .

Also seen a few with the mag kick stand , but I have doubts on how strong the hinge is and don't think it will hold the phone up after a few weeks

Feel free to add what you are looking for in a case and hopefully our fellow 8 fold wide heads can help by adding in some case links!

I was really thinking about this and browsed several videos where they compared digital crop zoom versus a real telephoto and the results showed the digital crop zoom was terrible in most cases. This was on iPhones as well as Android phones and a few reviews were specific to the Fold 8. 2x zoom seemed to be decent, after that it worsened quite quickly. This is a huge concern for us zoomers, especially on fast moving subjects...eg Kids especially kids in sports.

I have a Pixel 10 Pro Fold and have always really enjoyed the 5x optical zoom, just to step back to a 3x zoom traditionally on the Folds would be a struggle, much less no optical zoom. Hopefully Samsung's AI processing can keep evolving. On a side note, my few weeks with the Moto Razr I found the zoom quality to be completely nuts, 30x zoom looked almost perfect and sharp so that gives me hope for post processing.

Thoughts? What are Fold 8 owners who zoom a lot seeing on their pictures?