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This display upgrade made me excited about Samsung's foldables again

Samsung has introduced its new Flex Titanium display technology in the Galaxy Z Fold 8, featuring a near-invisible crease, increased peak brightness, and a more user-friendly wide aspect ratio.

Key Points

  • Flex Titanium technology utilizes a flexible titanium alloy to significantly reduce the screen crease on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra.
  • The new display achieves a peak brightness of 3,000 nits, an improvement over the 2,600 nits found in the previous Z Fold 7 model.
  • Enhanced internal space allows for a 4,800mAh battery, representing a 400mAh capacity increase over the predecessor.
  • The device features a wider aspect ratio designed to improve media consumption and reading experiences by reducing black bars during video playback.
  • Charging capabilities have been upgraded to 45W for wired connections and 25W for wireless charging.

Why it Matters

These hardware advancements signal a shift toward more practical, daily-use improvements in the foldable smartphone market. By addressing long-standing usability issues like screen creases and awkward aspect ratios, Samsung is positioning its foldable devices as more viable alternatives to traditional flagship smartphones.
Android Police Published by Jon Gilbert
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