Is this Samsung’s upcoming wide foldable?
Source: The Verge
Overview
A new “Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide” dummy unit has surfaced, hinting at Samsung’s upcoming wide‑foldable phone that could launch later this year. Leaker and journalist Sonny Dickson posted images of the prototype, which appears to target competitors such as Huawei’s Pura X Max and the long‑rumored foldable iPhone.
[Image: Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide dummy unit]
Image by Sonny Dickson
Design
- Form factor: Passport‑like design, larger than current Z Fold models.
- Display: Expected to retain the foldable inner screen while offering a wider outer cover display.
Camera Setup
- Rear cameras: The dummy shows a dual‑camera module, a reduction from the triple‑camera arrays found on previous Z Fold devices.
- Other hardware: All three leaked dummy units share a similar chassis and button layout.
Market Position
Samsung’s wide‑foldable aims to compete directly with:
- Huawei Pura X Max – another large‑screen foldable.
- Apple’s rumored foldable iPhone – anticipated in future releases.