Tech Reviewers Across Southeast Asia & Oceania Share Their Thoughts on the Galaxy Z Fold8
30-09-2026
• Reviewers in the region highlight the new form factor’s slim and lightweight design, appreciating the device’s portability while maintaining durability.
• Many have expressed appreciation for the Galaxy Z Fold8’s display ratios that are optimized for different types of content consumption and interactions.
• Users note that with the upgraded Smart Switch, transferring data and information over to the new Galaxy device is now easier and more seamless than ever.
The Galaxy Z Fold8 brings together powerful performance and intelligent experiences in a fresh form factor that adapts to the way people work, create and stay connected. Across Southeast Asia and Oceania, tech creators have been putting the device to the test, trying out their favorite apps on the expansive display, exploring Galaxy AI features, and discovering just how easy it is to make the switch to a new Galaxy device.
Watch them share their experiences below.
Slim and Sleek: The Lightest Galaxy Z Fold Yet
At only 201g, the Galaxy Z Fold8 is incredibly lightweight and reviewers across the region have been impressed by its slim profile.
Davis Fang Tech from Australia highlights the portability of the device, noting that it fits perfectly in a pocket when folded and is also extremely light at just 201g.
Durability: Built for Everyday Confidence
Samsung’s new Flex Titanium technology helps support a slimmer display structure with long-term durability and reduced crease visibility over time.
YugaTech from the Philippines shares more about device’s sturdy hinges. Thin but strong, the Galaxy Z Fold8 is engineered to withstand the demands of daily use while maintaining the flexibility users expect from a foldable device.
Galaxy AI: AI Experiences Optimized for the Foldable Form Factor
Equipped with Galaxy AI, the Galaxy Z Fold8 brings AI assistance to everyday tasks. From productivity and content creation, to communication and search, Galaxy AI helps users get more done while taking full advantage of the foldable form factor.
Watch as @TechNave from Malaysia shows how Now Nudge is even more useful on the Galaxy Fold8’s large display. By recognizing what is shown on the screen and suggesting relevant next steps in a side-by-side view, Now Nudge helps users continue what they are doing without interruption. When planning a meet-up with friends, for example, users can check on their schedule or save a location while keeping the conversation screen open.
Built for Discovery – A Display Optimized for Content Consumption
The Galaxy Z Fold8’s display ratios are designed around the way people consume content throughout the day. Whether it’s streaming videos, scrolling through social media, or reading e-books, the expansive display adapts to different types of content for a more natural and immersive viewing experience.
Bobby Tonelli from Singapore demonstrates how the Galaxy Z Fold8’s display is perfect for anything from watching videos and enjoying movies, to comfortably reading e-books.
Smart Switch: Moving to Galaxy Made Easy
Whether upgrading from another Galaxy device or switching from a different brand, Smart Switch helps users conveniently transfer photos, contacts, messages, settings and more, making it easier to start using the Galaxy Z Fold8 from day one.
Bestindotech from Indonesia shows just how simple it is to wirelessly set up the new device — less manual effort required and no need for any additional apps. With the updated Smart Switch, users can scan a QR code and transfer data wirelessly — including passwords, passkeys, call history, accessibility settings and eSIM data — without downloading additional apps.
