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Finally the Fold we’ve been waiting for? Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 review
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Key Points:
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 features a unique foldable form factor with a media-friendly 16:10 aspect ratio when folded and 4:3 when unfolded, offering versatility but requiring adjustment for users.
- Despite its premium build and IP84 water resistance, the Fold8 shows early creaking under twisting forces and noticeable wobbling due to protruding cameras, while the fold crease is shallow but visible.
- The device launches with Android 17 and One UI 9.0, promising seven years of updates and including local AI features via Galaxy AI; however, it lacks S Pen support and has minor software regressions.
- Camera performance is mixed: the main wide and ultra-wide lenses deliver natural colors but no telephoto lens is included, and front cameras lack autofocus, though video capabilities are advanced with up to 8K recording.
- Significant drawbacks include heating and throttling under load, disappointing speakers, low-frequency PWM that may discomfort sensitive users, and a high $1,899 starting price that may be hard to justify for casual users.
