Ive used the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 for a year these are the 4 upgrades Im hoping to see from the Z Fold 8, and one change I hope doesnt happen

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Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000

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Samsung's Z Fold 7 is almost a year old. As someone who uses it every day, here are the changes I hope to see.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Were approaching the first anniversary of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 , which means it wont be long before we see the phone ( or phones, as the case may be ) that will replace
it in Samsung s lineup.

As someone who has relied on the Fold 7 as my daily driver since it landed, I couldnt be more excited to see what the next generation holds, and I have a few wishes I hope Samsung will make come true with leaks teasing some of
them just might Before we get into that, vote in our poll to tell me which upgrade you most want to see in the Z Fold 8 when its finally announced. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: 1. An Ultra camera boost (Image credit: Amanda Westberg) The Z Fold 7 has been my go-to every day since I first received it, but for the past six months Ive also consistently carried
a second phone in my pocket becoming the kind of kind of tech journo I hoped I never would, one obsessed with tech perfection no matter how inefficient
and niche my collection of gadgets is (just you wait, Ill be wearing two smartwatches next).

The reason I mention this is that the second phone is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and its primary purpose is as a camera, because it frankly puts my Z Fold 7's shots to shame. You may like Massive Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 leaks reveal specs and a big potential missing feature iPhone Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 rumor comparison Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide rumored to feature 50MP camera and no telephoto lens

If you want a clearer sign that 200MP sensors arent made equally, see this pairs photos side by side. Couple that with the Ultras superior zoom cameras further amplified by its boasting dual 5x and 3x telephotos compared to the Fold 7s lonely 3x and for photo enthusiasts, its clear the S26 Ultra has an edge.

My hope is that if the Z Fold 8 is getting an Ultra moniker, as some leaks suggest, itll boast identical cameras, or risk feeling like a subpar alternative, despite having a price point that demands excellence in every category. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. 2. Affordability dreams (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) Speaking of
price, the reality Im preparing for is that the Z Fold 8 will cost more than the Fold 7, thanks to RAM and storage cost increases. Theres a chance Samsung could avoid this by having its memory-producing arm give its mobile division
a discount, although there are conflicting reports about a cost-saving collaboration based on leaks and Samsungs own comments.

Regardless, I think the Z Fold 8 design could hint at a slight discount. Im not talking about the wider display though it does seem to have a smaller area, which should reduce costs somewhat Im referring to the lack of a third camera.

With it being rumored to boast 12GB of RAM and a top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset essential components for Samsungs top-tier AI its yet to be seen if the display and camera downgrades will bring the cost down in real terms or merely counteract the cost increases we would have faced thanks to the RAM crisis. I have my fingers crossed we might see the cheapest Samsung Fold yet with the 8 (defeating the reigning champ: the $1,799 / 1,599 / AU$2,499 Galaxy Z Fold 3). What to read next Samsung Galaxy Wide Fold and Z Fold 8 designs appear in One UI 9 code Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE review: a rebranded Z Flip 6 with a couple of minor upgrades New Samsung Galaxy Z Fold
8 Wide dummy unit shows off its 'insane thinness' 3. Begging for battery
Could we get a battery as big as Oppo's? (Image credit: Future) The Z Fold 7 boasts a 4,400mAh battery just like the Z Fold 6 before it, but thanks to software and chipset optimizations, Samsung promised the battery life of the
7 would be a little longer. My anecdotal evidence, however, as someone who used the Z Fold 6 as my main handset before the 7 launched, is that the battery seems to disappear faster on the newer model.

Now, this isnt based on any tests, but speaking to a few other regular Z Fold 7 users who had upgraded from the 6, my perception of worse battery life was echoed. Thankfully, leaks tease a bigger battery for the 8, taking us up to a whole 4,800mAh. The Ultra will apparently stretch to 5,000mAh.

Considering some reasonably priced Chinese brands are delivering phones powered by silicon-carbon batteries with capacities over 7,000mAh, the leaked specs leave me underwhelmed. However, considering my usage currently forces
me to charge my phone in the middle of the day or risk it running dry before I get home Ill be happy with any upgrade in the battery department. 4. Privacy display please! The S26 Ultra's Privacy display in Off and On (Image credit: Blue Pixl Media) The star of the show on the S26 Ultra is the privacy display, but after spending more time with it, the tech does need a little tweaking. An easy software update would be to add app controls that let me choose which software uses maximum privacy mode. I dont want to use it all
the time, but I would love for it to come on automatically for password entry and mobile banking. However, it is still impressive.

Seeing it on the Z Fold 8 would be fantastic, especially on the Z Fold 8 Ultra, as, like the cameras, it would bring the Fold Ultra on par with the unbending Ultra, though Im willing to accept the tech only showing up on the outer screen.

Unfortunately for me, leaks dont tease this addition making its way to Samsungs latest foldables, but maybe Ill get lucky! 5. Keep the S pen away Does the Z Fold 8 need a stylus? (Image credit: Future) Ive come around a little on the S Pen after experiencing it in the S26 Ultra, though Im still not keen to see it return to the foldable line.

Why?

Theres no space to add it without making the phone thicker again. Frankly,
the supreme thinness of the Z Fold 7 is what makes it infinitely more manageable than Samsungs previous foldable phones.

With the Wide design being more tablet-like, I 100% see the appeal of a
stylus to make the design perfect for casual digital artists, but I dont
think the S Pens positives outweigh the negatives. I hope it stays gone when the Z Fold 8 debuts. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a
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