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Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Jun 28
Apple, Samsung Set Foldable Clash at $1,800-$2,500 as iPhone Ultra and Z Fold 8 Diverge
Updated
Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Jun 28

Apple, Samsung Set Foldable Clash at $1,800-$2,500 as iPhone Ultra and Z Fold 8 Diverge

3 articles · Updated · Geeky Gadgets · Jun 28

Summary

  • $1,800 Galaxy Z Fold 8 and $2,000-$2,500 iPhone Ultra are shaping up as sharply different foldables, with Samsung leaning on portability and Apple on battery life and ecosystem appeal.
  • Samsung's model is rumored at 10.5 mm and 200 grams versus Apple's 11.5 mm and 250 grams, while both are expected to offer 120Hz displays, roughly 2,500-2,600 nits brightness and reduced screen creases.
  • Dual-camera setups also split by emphasis: the Z Fold 8 is tipped to use two 50MP sensors, while the iPhone Ultra may carry two 48MP sensors; neither is expected to include a telephoto lens.
  • Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in the Z Fold 8 targets multitasking and DeX-style productivity, while Apple's 2nm A20 Pro and rumored 5,800mAh battery point to efficiency and longer endurance.
  • Mid- to late-2024 launches would intensify competition in foldables, with Samsung targeting productivity-focused buyers and Apple aiming at users already embedded in its ecosystem.

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