Leak reveals Galaxy Z Fold 8 waited 7 years for design upgrade Apple's foldable iPhone gets from day one

After seeing the leaked design model of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, we are now learning that the most persistent criticism of Samsung’s foldable lineup, the visible and tactile display crease, may finally be going away (or almost).

One of the most prolific industry leaksters has just reported that the latest test units for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 series feature a "significantly improved" crease that is "just as impressive" as the solution found on the Oppo Find N6.

The update reportedly applies to both new models in Samsung's 2026 Fold lineup, made of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 (allegedly, the new, wider Fold), and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (the taller, narrower successor to the Fold 7).

Upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra might get the crease-less display fans wanted since the launch of the Galaxy Fold in 2019; foldable iPhone Ultra to tag along

The Oppo Find N6 is currently the industry benchmark, utilizing a specialized hinge and display technology to achieve a near-invisible and "zero-feel" surface. If Samsung has successfully mirrored this engineering, it would mark a massive leap forward for the series.

Earlier rumors were skeptical of any crease improvements, but the tipster says those reports were based on early, non-final prototypes. Samsung is expected to officially unveil the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra at its Unpacked event, said to take place on July 22.

Of course, there’s another phone that’s reported to get very close to the crease-less display dream and that’s Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone Ultra, which (rumor has it) is on track for a September launch despite a number of trial production issues.