One UI 9 reveals Galaxy Z Wide Fold's wider screen
SamMobile • • general
Key Points:
- Samsung is developing three new foldable phones for 2026: the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and a new model called the Galaxy Z Wide Fold, which is expected to have a significantly wider foldable display.
- Firmware for the Galaxy Z Wide Fold (model SM-F971B) reveals a foldable screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio, offering a noticeably wider viewing area compared to the nearly square 1.11:1 aspect ratio of the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
- The wider display of the Galaxy Z Wide Fold is expected to enhance multimedia viewing experiences and brings its design closer to the Galaxy Z TriFold and Apple's rumored foldable iPhone.
- All three devices are anticipated to launch in July 2026, running Android 17 with One UI 9.0, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Wide Fold may feature nearly crease-free foldable displays for improved usability.
