Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a freshly-designed foldable that’s focused on being easy to use.
That ease applies to all parts of the Galaxy Z Fold8 experience, including its software. But the physical design, from its size to its weight to its durability are what truly makes this phone ready for life, whatever that means to you.
Let’s take a look at four ways in which Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has been thoughtfully built with the user in mind.
TL;DR
- When folded, Galaxy Z Fold8 is easy to use one-handed for viewing video, while its inner display is perfectly suited for reading.
- Despite containing this large display, Galaxy Z Fold8 is light and portable.
- Thanks to toughened glass and metal components, Galaxy Z Fold8 is reassuringly durable
- An IP48 dust/water resistance rating means you don’t have to worry about small particles or liquid getting inside Galaxy Z Fold8 and damaging it
1. An ergonomic build
When folded, Galaxy Z Fold8 is designed to fit neatly into the palm of your hand, and be used single-handedly too. Ideal for standing-room-only commutes or when you’re loaded up with shopping bags. And if things get so crowded you can’t retrieve your phone, you can always rely on a Galaxy Watch9 to deliver important notifications to your wrist.
The two screens of Galaxy Z Fold8 are designed to fit your content, not just your hand. The 5.5-inch Cover Screen is shaped to fit video, whether that’s horizontal streaming shows or vertical social clips. The 7.6-inch Main Display has a squarer, 4:3 aspect ratio that’s ideal for reading, or viewing anything on a larger screen.
Opening the Z Fold8 reveals another ergonomic element - the Armor FlexHinge mechanism and the redesigned inner bezel. This makes it much easier and smoother to open and close, so even newcomers to the foldable phone experience will be making the most of Galaxy Z Fold8 in no time.
2. Thin and lightweight
Despite containing a large display on the inside, Galaxy Z Fold8 is surprisingly light. It’s the world’s lightest foldable according to Samsung, weighing just 201 grams.
Combine this with the phone’s slim profile — even when folded — and you’ll find it’s easy to handle or slide into a pocket. There’s basically no compromise required compared to owning both a compact phone and a small tablet separately.
Even when Galaxy Z Fold8 is open, the light weight and narrow frame means it’s easy to hold for long periods of time, like when riding public transport to work. Just make sure you don’t get so absorbed in your reading that you miss your stop!
3. Tough all around
Samsung has carefully selected materials for Galaxy Z Fold8 to ensure that users aren’t at risk of damage or scratches to the phone, even with its folding design.
On the front, Galaxy Z Fold8 uses Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3, a tough but light material that minimizes the risk of scratches or cracks to the Cover Screen. Meanwhile, the innovative display structure, Flex Titanium, integrates two layers of titanium – a titanium-alloy film with a titanium plate – balancing strength, flexibility, resilience and slimness. Finally, the Advanced Armor Aluminium Armor FlexHinge protect the outer edge of Galaxy Z Fold8 to prevent major damage from drops.
If you want more complete protection, then you can invest in a case. Samsung’s Silicone Magnet Case or Clear Magnet Case will add another layer between the phone and the outside world while also enabling the attachment of magnetic accessories. And for those who want further peace of mind, then the more rugged Hybrid Shield Magnet Case is the one to go for.
4. Defence against dust and water
Sometimes damage doesn’t come from a dramatic bump or scrape, but a sudden coffee spill or a drop onto soft but sandy or gritty ground. That’s why Galaxy Z Fold8 is rated IP48 for protection against intrusion against dust and water.
IP (ingress protection) ratings are made of two numbers, with the first referring to how well a device can repel solid material. The 4 in this case means nothing larger than 1mm in size should make its way into Galaxy Z Fold8. Unless you’re deliberately burying the phone or pouring handfuls of dirt onto it, there’s no reason to worry about the hinge or other internal components being damaged by invading pieces of stone, sand or anything else solid.
The “8” in the rating applies to the water resistance, in this telling us that Galaxy Z Fold8 can survive being over a metre underwater, making a drop into a sink or a pond no problem. However, it’s important not to confuse this with being waterproof. The rating is to prove that Galaxy Z Fold8 can still be used after being submerged, not that it can be fully used during and after an extended swim — so it’s still best to be careful.
FAQs
How does the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Armor FlexHinge improve its design and durability?
Galaxy Z Fold8’s Armor FlexHinge builds on Samsung’s many years of building foldables to make a screen that’s tougher and more immersive than ever. A dual-rail hinge design, plus Flex Titanium plates within the layers of Galaxy Z Fold8’s Main Display means the screen is durable while also making sure there are no high-pressure points on the screen when folded or unfolded. This means the crease in the display is barely visible, reducing distractions compared to other foldable phones’ inner screens.
Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 water resistant enough for everyday accidents?
With its IP48 rating, Galaxy Z Fold8 will withstand common causes of water damage. Whether you’re using Galaxy Z Fold8 during wet weather, accidentally spill a drink on the phone or put it down on a damp surface, you don’t have to worry about the phone getting damaged.
What design improvements make the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 more practical to carry and use?
Compared to other foldables, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a size and weight advantage. As the world’s lightest fold at 201 grams, and with its compact 5.5-inch Cover Display, Galaxy Z Fold8 is much easier to use one-handed than other foldables, which have a thin and tall design making the top of the screen difficult to reach without using a second hand. The smaller profile also makes Galaxy Z Fold8 easier to fit in a pocket or small bag, whereas other foldables may be hard to fit due to a bulkier shape when folded.
If you think the Galaxy Z Fold8 is the right choice for you for an adaptable but durable new device, then please visit the Samsung website for more info.
