【リーク動画】Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultraの折り目が過去最高に目立たなくなる！ ほぼ消え去った痕跡を確認

This breakthrough is the result of a redesigned hinge and new display technology. Multiple sources report that Samsung has revamped the hinge mechanism to nearly eliminate the crease, bringing it in line with the crease management on OPPO's Find N6 . Leaker Ice Universe called it "the most sophisticated crease reduction technology presently found in the global foldable smartphone industry" . The panel technology appears to be the same "crease-less" foldable OLED that Samsung Display briefly showed off at CES 2026 . Earlier reports also indicated Samsung would use a 60-micrometer ultra-thin glass layer and a laser-drilled metal support plate to achieve the improvement .

Expected Specifications (Based on Leaks)

Caveat: All specifications are based on leaks and rumors from tipsters including Ice Universe, Setsuna Digital, Lanzuk, Tarun Vats, and media reports. Samsung has not officially confirmed any of these details.

Launch Timeline

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is expected to be announced at Samsung's next Unpacked event, widely reported for July 22, 2026 in London . Samsung Malaysia apparently confirmed the date by posting a Members-exclusive discount offer that begins on July 22 . Pre-orders are expected to open on the same day, with retail availability around August 7, 2026 .

Significance for the Foldable Market

The near-elimination of the crease is a major milestone for foldables. The visible crease has consistently been one of the top consumer complaints, and solving it removes a key barrier to mainstream adoption . The Z Fold 8 Ultra is part of a new three-model strategy from Samsung, joining a regular Z Fold 8 and a new, wider "Wide Fold" model . This diversification targets different price points and form factors, helping Samsung defend its leadership against incoming competition.

That competition is most notably Apple, whose first foldable iPhone (reportedly called "iPhone Fold" or "iPhone Ultra") is expected in late 2026 . The Z Fold 8 Ultra launch appears timed to counter that threat. The broader market is also accelerating: Omdia forecasts foldable smartphone shipments will grow 50% year-over-year in 2026, while IDC projects 30% growth . However, Samsung reportedly trimmed its combined 2026 foldable sales target to 5–6 million units (down from ~6 million in 2025), with the new Wide Fold getting increased production priority .