Samsung Unveils Slimmer Galaxy Z Fold 7, Regains Foldable Lead

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 foldable smartphones at its bi-annual Unpacked Event in July 2025, highlighting significant improvements in design, durability, and AI integration. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is now the slimmest foldable phone in the world at 8.9 mm folded thickness, featuring a lighter chassis with advanced materials like Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 and an improved Armour Flexhinge, enhancing both durability and portability. Independent tests, including a rigorous bend test by YouTuber JerryRigEverything, demonstrated the Fold 7's robustness despite its thin profile, dispelling concerns about fragility common to foldables. Measurements by a Korean consumer organization confirmed the Fold 7 is even slightly thinner than Samsung's official claims, while competitor brands were found to exaggerate their devices’ thinness, emphasizing Samsung's accuracy and leadership in the foldable market. Reviews note the Fold 7’s larger, wider cover display and reduced crease on the main screen improve usability, making it a more practical device for everyday users, though it remains a premium $2,000 phone. Samsung's latest foldable hardware surpasses previous models and Chinese competitors, regaining its position as the foldable market leader.