Samsung to Unveil 2026 Foldables with M13 Displays

Samsung plans to unveil its next generation of foldable smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Flip 8, and a new wider variant, at a Galaxy Unpacked event in July 2026. The devices will continue to use the established M13 OLED display material rather than the newer M14 technology featured in the Galaxy S26 Ultra, according to industry reports citing supply chain sources.

The launch timeline follows Samsung's pattern for premium foldables, with the event likely in the second week of July, preorders opening immediately, and retail availability around July 22 or 24. This coordinated release aims to introduce all three models simultaneously, positioning them against growing competition in the foldable market. The standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 will feature an 8-inch inner folding display and a 6.5-inch cover screen, both with 120Hz Dynamic AMOLED panels. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 will maintain a clamshell design, while the Wide Fold variant offers a more expansive aspect ratio for a tablet-like unfolded experience, potentially under the name Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide.

Industry sources attribute the decision to stick with M13 material, in use since the 2024 models, to controlling costs...