I've used Samsung foldable phones for 7 years, and the Z Fold 8 Ultra finally gets it right

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ZDNET's key takeaways

  • The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is available for preorder, starting at $2,099.
  • It features improved visibility, a more durable display, and a sharper ultrawide camera.
  • A 5,000mAh battery with 45W charging puts this above previous Z Fold models.

I'll start by giving Samsung its flowers for innovating in a space that, by now, is clearly divided between the adopters and the "normies." There's no right or wrong side when it comes to choosing between slab-style and foldable phones, but if you're on the latter side, the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, as of today, represents the peak of the movement.

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