Samsung is set to continue making its foldable smartphones much thinner. This year, it has already demonstrated its ability to create genuinely thin foldable smartphones, but this achievement was realized mainly with the Galaxy Z Fold7. On the other hand, the Flip7 became slimmer than its predecessor (13.7 mm versus 14.9 mm), though the difference isn’t monumental. Reports now suggest that the Flip8 will be much slimmer.
In its folded state, Samsung’s new release will boast a thickness of merely 9.8 mm, making it about 30% thinner than the current generation. This indeed marks a significant improvement. The device is expected to retain the same 6.9-inch screen, with little change anticipated for the external display. To better appreciate the thinness of Samsung’s upcoming marvel, one might consider the competing Flip7 – Motorola Razr 60 Ultra. This rival features a thickness of 7.2 mm when unfolded. Therefore, Samsung’s folded smartphone will be only a third thicker (just 2.6 mm more) than the current Motorola model when opened. However, next year, Motorola might unveil something significantly thinner.
Samsung’s new foldable technology facilitates an even slimmer design, potentially revolutionizing the smartphone industry. By significantly reducing the thickness of their foldable smartphones, Samsung may set itself as a market leader, especially if it surpasses competitors like Motorola. It remains to be seen if Motorola has new developments planned for their foldable models.
The improvements in design and technology for the Galaxy Z Fold8 could sway consumer preferences by offering a more portable and aesthetically appealing device. There’s an opportunity for Samsung to capture a larger market share from other smartphone manufacturers if the advantages of the new design are effectively communicated and marketed. Exploring Samsung’s marketing strategy for these novel features will be crucial for their success.
