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Samsung's recent foldable phones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, demonstrate significant advancements: lighter, slimmer designs with larger displays, upgraded cameras and faster processing power than their predecessors. However, its ambitions stretch far beyond this cycle: new leaks suggest that next year's Galaxy Z Fold 8 could address one longstanding criticism of foldable designs: an annoying visible crease along its hinge.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 to Feature Laser-Drilled Metal Plate

Ming-Chi Kuo, an industry analyst, predicts that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 will feature a laser-drilled metal display plate. He shared his insight on X, which was previously known as Twitter, to share this insight and reveal its anticipated solution: redistribute mechanical stress during flexing, neutralising the deformation that results in creasing.

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Since the introduction of the original Galaxy Fold, Samsung has struggled to overcome an engineering obstacle: creasing. Although they gradually refined hinge tolerances and protective polymers, that line remains. If Kuo's information holds up, then perhaps the Galaxy Z Fold 8 could become the first Samsung foldable with an interior surface that remains fully planar throughout its range of motion.

Fine M-Tec to Supply Crease-Free Display Components

Samsung will likely turn to South Korean vendor Fine M-Tec for crease-free display modules for their Galaxy Z Fold 8. Notably, Fine M-Tec will also produce components for Apple's expected foldable iPhone that is set for release sometime after 2026.

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Samsung may absorb any difference in margin costs or recover them through increased retail pricing, leaving an uncertain outcome for their overall manufacturing costs.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Could Prove to be a Game Changer. Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 would become the first foldable smart device with a fully crease-free surface to leave production, potentially altering market expectations prior to Apple's entry into this sector.