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Galaxy Z Fold 8 leaks show new wide aspect ratio in retail colors

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 has leaked in full, showing off its new 16:10 closed aspect ratio and three retail colors ahead of its Unpacked event.
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 leaks show new wide aspect ratio in retail colors
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The essentials
  • Galaxy Z Fold 8 leaks in Graphite, Cream, and Lavender show new wide aspect ratio
  • Phone sports 16:10 ratio when folded, 4:3 when open — better for media
  • Cover screen is said to be 5.5 inches with 16:10 ratio itself
  • Galaxy Unpacked event set for July 22 in London

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has arrived in leaks — nearly fully, anyway. A set of photos recently shared on Bluesky by Roland Quandt shows every angle of the base model Galaxy Z Fold 8, save for a rumored online-exclusive Pistachio variant. The images, more lifestyle shots than product renders, give a clear sense of the device’s new proportions and design.

Wider phone, wider appeal

The most striking visual change is the 16:10 aspect ratio when folded. Unlike previous models, the Z Fold 8 narrows the top and bottom bezels to deliver a more compact form without shrinking the internal display. When unfolded, the display shifts to a 4:3 ratio — more square, more cinematic, better for video and multitasking.

This wider format suggests Samsung is aiming for foldables to be more than just big phones. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 looks designed for media consumption on the go. The cover screen, meanwhile, is stretched to 16:10 too, making it 5.5 inches and more useful for quick glances without opening the device.

Details matter — and they’re slim

The leaked photos also highlight a thinner build. Samsung claims the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will be only 4.5mm thick when unfolded — a hard-to-swallow number for a foldable, but one that matches what these images suggest. Ports, speakers, and microphone placements are all visible in clear shots, confirming a design that’s sleek but not flimsy.

Still, not everything is spelled out. We don’t know the exact screen sizes, hardware specs, or pricing yet. That’s where the Unpacked event steps in.

Final reveal coming this week

Samsung is set to officially present the Galaxy Z Fold 8, alongside the Z Fold 8 Ultra and Z Flip 8, at a live event in London on July 22.

The real question isn’t whether the device looks good — it does. The question is whether a wider, thinner foldable can finally feel like the everyday phone it promises to be.

Based on reporting by Android Authority, compiled by the Tradingbird newsroom. Published 22 Jul 2026, 19:46.
Topics: General

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