Samsung’s Next Foldable Pushes Beyond the Flip 8 Upgrade

WHO:

BGR - Samsung makes the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Gizmodo - Samsung tipster Anthony, whose X handle is @TheGalox_, leaked what appeared to be Samsung’s foldable lineup.

Gizmodo - Samsung’s display affiliate demonstrated a horizontally expanding phone-sized screen.

Gizmodo - A Samsung representative said the company was targeting the first half of 2028 for a rollable phone provisionally called the “Z Slide.”

Gizmodo - South Korean outlet Money Today reported Samsung was developing the rollable phone.

Gizmodo - Oppo and other brands have showcased rollable-phone prototypes.

WHAT:

BGR - The Galaxy Z Flip 8 weighs 180 grams and measures 6.1mm unfolded and 13.1mm folded. Compared with the Z Flip 7, it is 0.4mm thinner unfolded, 0.6mm thinner folded, and 8 grams lighter.

BGR - Samsung redesigned the Flip 8 hinge, increased the physical separation between its halves, reduced the strength of the closing magnets, and added more spring to the mechanism, making it easier to open one-handed than earlier Z Flip models.

BGR - The Flip 8 retains IP48 water resistance. It can handle submersion in shallow water but is not fully dustproof; fine dust, sand, and dirt can enter.

BGR - The Flip 8’s main-screen crease remains visible and perceptible by touch. It does not use the titanium display structure found in the book-style Galaxy Z Fold 8.

BGR - The Flip 8 has Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on the front, a glass-reinforced polymer rear panel, and an Advanced Armor Aluminum frame. Its color options include Graphite, Cream, Pink, and online-exclusive Mint.

Gizmodo - Anthony’s leaked lineup reportedly included the Galaxy Z Slide and refreshed Flip, Fold, and Fold Ultra models, as well as a revived TriFold.

Gizmodo - South Korean publications had reported a “4+4” strategy: four conventional phones in the first half of 2027 and four foldables in the second half.

Gizmodo - The Z Slide is described as a phone with a rollable display that unfurls additional screen from one or both sides.

Gizmodo - At CES 2025, Samsung showcased slideable form factors, including a screen that expands from 5.1 inches to 6.7 inches when pulled.

Gizmodo - Samsung applied to trademark “Z Slide” in 2021. The leak, if accurate, would indicate a rollable phone reaching mainstream retail shelves.

WHERE:

Gizmodo - Samsung’s display affiliate showed the expanding screen at CES.

Gizmodo - The reported “4+4” plan concerns Samsung phone launches in the first and second halves of 2027.

WHEN:

Gizmodo - Samsung’s representative said the Z Slide was targeted for the first half of 2028.

WHY:

BGR - The Flip 8’s IP48 rating means it remains vulnerable to fine dust, sand, and dirt, a limitation for beach use.

HOW:

Gizmodo - The Z Slide concept expands its display by unfurling additional screen from one or both sides.

(UPDATED October 21, 2026 17:30 UTC)

Samsung’s foldable plans may soon include a rollable phone, provisionally called the Z Slide, which would unfurl extra screen from one or both sides. A company representative said Samsung is targeting the first half of 2028 for its arrival. A leaked lineup from tipster Anthony reportedly includes the Z Slide, refreshed Flip and Fold models, a Fold Ultra, and a revived TriFold. Samsung’s display affiliate has already demonstrated an expanding phone-sized screen, including a concept that grows from 5.1 inches to 6.7 inches. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is lighter and thinner than its predecessor, at 180 grams and 6.1 millimeters thick when unfolded. A redesigned hinge and weaker closing magnets make it easier to open one-handed. It retains IP48 water resistance, but fine dust and sand can still get inside, and its screen crease remains visible and noticeable to the touch.