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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Set to Become the Slimmest Foldable Smartphone at Launch

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In the competitive foldable smartphone market, manufacturers are increasingly focusing on ultra-thin designs to attract consumers. Samsung appears to be leading this trend with its upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 7, which is rumored to be the thinnest foldable smartphone in the world at launch. According to recent leaks, the device is expected to measure just 8.9mm thick when folded, making it significantly slimmer than its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 6. This move could set a new benchmark for foldables in terms of sleekness and portability.

Renowned tipster Ice Universe shared details on X, highlighting Samsung’s commitment to crafting a lightweight and slim flagship lineup. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 reportedly measures 3.9mm when unfolded and 8.9mm when folded—much thinner compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 6, which measures 5.6mm unfolded and 12.2mm folded. For context, Oppo’s Find N5, which currently holds the claim as one of the slimmest foldables, measures 8.93mm folded and 4.21mm unfolded, meaning Samsung’s new model could edge it out in thinness.

However, this pursuit of a slimmer profile may come with some compromises, particularly in battery capacity. Leaks suggest that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 will retain the same 4,400mAh battery as the Fold 6, rather than increasing the capacity. Despite this, Samsung is reportedly working on new battery and charging technologies that could optimize power efficiency and charging speeds to compensate for the unchanged battery size.

Meanwhile, other upcoming Samsung devices are also expected to reflect this design philosophy. The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is rumored to feature a slightly larger 4,300mAh battery compared to the Flip 6’s 4,000mAh pack, while maintaining a slim build. Additionally, the upcoming Galaxy S26 base model is expected to keep a thin profile similar to the current Galaxy S25, which measures 7.2mm thick. Overall, Samsung seems poised to balance sleek designs with practical performance in its next-generation smartphones.

Samsung Rumored to Add Phone Calls, Do Not Disturb, and Additional Features to Now Bar in One UI 8

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Samsung is already working on the next version of its custom Android skin, One UI 8, even as the rollout of One UI 7 continues. A recent leak suggests that the upcoming update will bring several enhancements to the Now Bar feature, which was first introduced with One UI 7 on devices running Android 15. The Now Bar currently offers a quick, glanceable summary of AI-driven insights via Galaxy AI’s Now Brief. However, the new version is rumored to add useful functions like phone call management and a Do Not Disturb toggle directly accessible from the lock screen.

According to tipster @opraks9plus, a video shared on X (formerly Twitter) shows the Galaxy S25 Ultra running an early build of One UI 8, featuring a Do Not Disturb button embedded in the Now Bar. While it’s unclear if this button will simply indicate when DND is active or allow users to toggle the setting on and off, the addition signals a move toward more interactive quick controls. Another leak hints at an active call feature within the Now Bar, where users might see call duration and recipient details in a pill-shaped interface, allowing them to monitor ongoing phone calls without unlocking their phones.

The Now Bar itself is an AI-powered tool designed to provide personalized and contextually relevant information right on the lock screen. It acts as an extension of the Now Brief feature, which offers users customized content like health stats, calendar events, news updates, and travel info in a series of scrollable cards. One UI 8’s enhancements appear to be geared toward making these interactions more actionable, adding convenience by integrating core phone functions such as call handling and DND management into the lock screen experience.

Since these updates were spotted in an early One UI 8 build, they could still undergo changes before the official release. Samsung has positioned the Now Bar as a key component of its Galaxy AI ecosystem, aiming to make daily device interactions more seamless and intuitive. If the rumored additions hold true, users can expect a smarter, more interactive lock screen that offers quicker access to essential controls without needing to dive into deeper menus.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Debut in July Powered by Exynos 2500 Chipset

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Samsung is gearing up to launch the Galaxy Z Flip 7 later this year, following the success of the Galaxy Z Flip 6. While the current Flip 6 runs on the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, rumors about the Flip 7’s processor have been conflicting. Initially, it was expected to debut with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, but recent reports suggest that Samsung might instead opt for its own Exynos 2500 chipset. This new information sheds light on the upcoming foldable’s production timeline and the strategic decisions behind its hardware choices.

According to a report from ChosunBiz, the Galaxy Z Flip 7 will indeed be powered by the Exynos 2500, marking a shift away from the Snapdragon chipsets that have traditionally powered Samsung’s foldables. The report also mentions that mass production of the Flip 7 is scheduled to begin as early as May, with about 200,000 units expected to roll off production lines by June. This sets the stage for a potential launch in July, giving Samsung a mid-year window to introduce its latest clamshell foldable to the market.

One of the driving factors behind Samsung’s decision to use the Exynos 2500 appears to be cost and production efficiency. With a relatively limited production run of 200,000 units, Samsung may find it more feasible and economical to use its in-house chipset rather than relying on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors. This move could allow Samsung to either offer the Galaxy Z Flip 7 at a more competitive price or maintain healthier profit margins. This approach would also reinforce Samsung’s growing confidence in its own chip manufacturing capabilities.

Separately, there have been rumors of a more affordable, slimmer variant of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, possibly branded as an FE or Xe model. This version is expected to come equipped with the Exynos 2400e, another in-house chip designed for cost-effective performance. Together, these developments suggest Samsung is diversifying its foldable lineup to cater to different market segments while balancing innovation, pricing, and production constraints.