Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8: Open Cover Screen, Same Battery and Charging

Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip 8, featuring a fully open external display that runs standard Android apps, though it retains last year's battery capacity and slow 25W charging. The foldable phone starts at 1299 euros. The 4.1-inch cover screen now supports any application directly, a major software shift. The device is thinner and lighter with a matte back, powered by the Exynos 2600 chip offering notable performance gains and seven years of updates, though heat management can be inconsistent. Despite adopting silicon-carbon battery technology, Samsung kept the 4300 mAh capacity, disappointing users who wanted improved endurance. The camera setup includes a 50-megapixel main sensor and 12-megapixel ultrawide, lacking a telephoto lens, targeting buyers seeking a compact, stylish device.