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Samsung Reportedly Sticks With M13 Display for Galaxy Z Fold 8

Analysts frame the panel choice as a bid to contain costs.

Overview

  • ET News, echoed by Android Headlines and SamMobile, reports the next Galaxy Z Fold 8 family will reuse Samsung’s M13 OLED material instead of moving to M14.
  • M14, used on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is reported to be 20% to 30% brighter and more power efficient than M13.
  • Coverage notes Samsung has not confirmed display details and could still tune M13 for better color, power use, and a less visible crease.
  • Reporters suggest picking the older panel could offset rising costs for memory and processors and help avoid higher phone prices.
  • Both outlets say Samsung is preparing three foldables for the summer launch window, including the Z Flip 8, the Z Fold 8, and a wider Fold variant with a tentative name.