Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Z Fold 7: Improved Battery, Screen and a Higher Price

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra introduces design refinements like a slimmer profile and an anti-reflective screen compared to the Z Fold 7. While the hardware improvements are notable, the high price point remains a significant factor for consumers.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra improves where it matters, but the new price might sting.
At Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event , the phone-maker announced three new folding phones, including its first-ever Ultra foldable phone. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is the true successor of last year’s Fold 7 , while the Fold 8 enters with an all-new wide-fold design .
These devices are still priced high enough to put them out of reach for many, but they pack subtle design improvements that might make a big impact in daily life. I love the new anti-reflective coating, easier-to-unfold design and battery upgrades, but the Galaxy Z Fold 7 remains a powerful and capable device – especially if you can get it at a rare discount .
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