Samsung to Launch Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide With 4:3 Display and 4,800mAh Battery

11 articles · Updated · Android Police · May 23

Samsung is preparing a new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide variant that would shift the foldable line to a wider design, aiming to make the outer screen feel more like a standard phone and the inner screen more tablet-like.
A rumored 4:3 main display is the key change, addressing long-running complaints that earlier Z Fold models were too narrow when closed and too square when opened for media and apps.
Hardware leaks also point to a 4,800mAh battery and 45W charging on the Wide model, a notable step up from the Z Fold 7's 25W charging; the standard Z Fold 8 is also tipped for a 5,000mAh battery.
Leaked renders suggest the Z Fold 8 Wide may drop to two rear cameras from three, likely removing the telephoto lens as Samsung appears to prioritize practicality, battery and form factor over premium extras.
The move would put Samsung ahead of a similarly shaped foldable reportedly in Apple's plans, while raising questions about pricing and how the Wide model will differ from the basic Z Fold 8.

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