Multiple reports describe proposed display protection changes for Samsung’s next foldable lineup. Both sources say Samsung is considering a thicker ultra-thin glass (UTG) layer for the Galaxy Z Fold8 (wide), with the quoted figure at about 60 micrometres (60μm). The change is framed as an upgrade from a thinner UTG layer reportedly used on a prior model, with one report citing 45μm for the Galaxy Z Fold 8. The reported purpose of the thicker UTG is to improve crease visibility and screen durability while still providing protection for the flexible AMOLED display.
One report also says Samsung is preparing three foldable devices this year: the Galaxy Z Flip 8, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and a model referred to as “Wide Fold.” A separate report further suggests UTG thickness may differ across models, stating that the Galaxy Z Fold8 (wide) would use 60μm glass while the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra may use a different (unspecified in the excerpt) thickness. The reports also indicate Samsung may extend the thicker UTG approach to future Fold models.
