The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is almost perfect. I just wish it wasn’t a foldable
Samsung accidentally launched the best small phone I’ve seen in years.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has garnered praise for its impressive 7.6-inch main display, but the author finds themselves favoring the 5.5-inch front screen more often. This smaller screen is functional enough to use most Android apps and can comfortably display online videos in a 16:10 aspect ratio. While most apps aren't optimized for this aspect ratio, Samsung's position in the market and potential future competition from Apple could drive developers to adapt their designs.
The Z Fold 8's weight, at 201 grams, is heavier than traditional small phones but remains light for a foldable. The inner screen, despite being slightly larger than the 5.3-inch Galaxy Note, is seen as a valuable addition. The author does not recommend using the Galaxy Z Fold 8 primarily for its outer screen, as it is too expensive for that purpose.
Instead, they suggest Samsung produce a non-foldable phone with this 5.5-inch AMOLED display, as a waste of resources to keep this screen as a secondary option. With the rumors of strong preorder sales, Samsung seems to be on to something, and the Z Fold 8's compact size may be a significant factor in its success.
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