Samsung grabbed headlines in 2025 with the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s ultra-thin design, but early leaks suggest the company may shift focus to its flip lineup next year. According to new rumors, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 could be in line for more noticeable upgrades. The Fold 8, on the other hand, will reportedly stick to a more conservative, refinement-focused update.
X tipster @TheGalox_ claims Samsung is working on a considerably slimmer body for the Z Flip 8. While no exact measurements have leaked so far, the move makes sense. The Z Fold 7 finally feels like a bar phone when folded (8.9mm), while the Flip 7 measures 13.7mm when folded. Many of the structural changes from the Fold 7 could be carried over to the next Flip model, making it significantly more attractive.
But what about the battery? “It’ll be the first time in many years it gets thinner while keeping or even increasing the current battery size,” says the tipster.
In fact, thickness remains one of the biggest pain points for clamshell foldables, especially when folded and carried in a pocket. Any meaningful reduction here would be a welcome change for everyday use.
The leaks also point to display improvements, though specifics are still under wraps. Samsung has been steadily improving its foldable panels year over year, so this could involve further crease reduction, better durability, or refinements to brightness and efficiency.
On the performance side, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is expected to continue Samsung’s push toward in-house silicon. The device is rumored to ship with the Exynos 2600, the same chip likely to power parts of the Galaxy S26 series.
As for timing, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is still expected to follow Samsung’s usual schedule, with a launch in the second half of 2026. There are no signs of delays or major production issues at this stage.
That said, it’s still early in the leak cycle, and details are likely to change. But if the latest rumor holds up, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 could end up being a much more substantial upgrade than its predecessor.
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