Samsung is set to release a new version of its Galaxy Z Fold handset later this year, just before Apple reportedly comes out with a foldable phone of its own. Here's what the rumors are telling us about the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and its prospects against the iPhone Fold.

At last week's CES 2026, Samsung briefly showcased a creaseless foldable OLED panel beside the Galaxy Z Fold 7 – a screen that, according to SamMobile who saw it before it disappeared, had "no crease at all" compared to Samsung's current hardware.

Resale value is another area where iPhones have a clear advantage: iPhone: Retains value longer and sells faster on the secondary market, making it a smart choice for frequent upgraders. Samsung: While competitive, Samsung devices tend to depreciate faster, which may affect their appeal for resale.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra figures to be Samsung's premium flagship when it debuts this year. But can it top the value that the iPhone 17 Pro provides?

According to new data from tech market research firm Counterpoint, Apple was the world's number one smartphone maker in 2025, with a 20 percent market share. Samsung had a 19 percent market share, followed by Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo, with a 13, 8, and 8 percent market share, respectively.

Morgan Stanley analyst Erik Woodring this week confirmed the first foldable iPhone, “Remains on track for a Fall 2026 launch, with supply chain forecasts targeting 15-20m units for the first full-year cycle, or 7-8m units of C2H26 production, subject to future change,” according to a client note seen by Computerworld.

Apple is reportedly intensifying work on its first foldable iPhone as it struggles to achieve a crease-free inner display, a key design priority for the upcoming iPhone Fold expected

Compare iPhone 17 Pro Max, Samsung S25 Ultra, and Pixel 10 Pro XL on speed, gaming, and AI to find the best flagship smartphone for you.

A groundbreaking but brief showcase from Samsung Display has likely revealed the future of Apple’s most anticipated hardware: the iPhone Fold.

Researchers from investment bank Morgan Stanley say Apple will add Samsung's 200MP cameras to the iPhone in 2028, and also add suppliers to potentially reduce costs.