Month: July 2026

Samsung launches the Fold8 with passport format and the question is not only why this format, it is why now

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As already marks the summer tradition in the tech universe, Samsung has just presented new foldables. The different thing this time is that there are no longer two, but three models presented and the novelty is that the Galaxy Fold8 launches a new passport type formatmore square and compact when folded and more panoramic when open. The question we ask ourselves is why this format? But above all, why now? Samsung was a pioneer in folding products and has been betting on two very specific formats for eight generations now, the Fold and the Flip. That they add a third format is striking because it is the first time that Samsung does not set the standard and follows that of others. Let us remember that this format was first explored by OPPO with the OPPO Find N2and later by Huawei with the Huawei Pure X. The difference, and it’s not just any difference, is that this is the first to be sold in Spain. Returning to the question of timing; with the serious crisis of components that we are going through, with prices through the roof and manufacturers dropping that Maybe we don’t need a new high-end every yearSamsung arrives and presents not two, but three folding ones. And also taking risks with a new format. We have come to London to learn first-hand about Samsung’s new launches and we have taken the opportunity to ask Javier Vitón, product manager at Samsung Spain, about these issues. Before continuing, we remind you that the members of Xataka Xtra can access discounts, benefits and exclusive opportunities in the Samsung online storein addition to exclusive raffles, a private Discord server and a growing catalog of discounts and advantages on digital services. You can join the community for only 30 euros per year. A foldable for each type of client Samsung’s foldable trio for 2026 Samsung launched the first Fold in 2019 and in 2020 the Galaxy Z Flip. Since then, they have remained faithful to these two formats, with a clear distinction to the type of user they were aimed at: the Fold for those looking for maximum productivity and cutting-edge specifications, and the Flip for a younger audience and with a more affordable price. The new Fold with passport format is placed halfway between both: It has the advantage of a much larger screen, but when folded it is more compact than the classic Fold. Javier Vitón tells us that “We do not like to see the folding family as a family of devices tiered in specs and prices, but rather as a device for each type of person.” The Fold8 Ultra is the model for those who “want to get the most out of that large screen and be able to multitask with the highest product specifications,” while the new Fold8 is “perfectly suited to consuming multimedia content” and the Flip is more aimed at “very expressive young people.” In 2013 Samsung already said what they wanted to offer a mobile for each type of user and today, thirteen years later, we see that The strategy hasn’t changed much. “What we are looking for is a device for every need,” says Vitón, adding that the strategy goes beyond folding “Also with the S, the Galaxy A family… there is surely a product that can fit for each customer.” However, it is still curious that, in the midst of a component crisiswith the prices of RAM and memory through the roof, Samsung has decided to launch a third folding mobile phone. David Alonso, vice president of Samsung, is aware of this problem, but as he stated in statements to Xataka, “our scale, technological capacity, strategic alliances and supply planning allow us to respond with greater flexibility while maintaining investment in innovation to minimize its impact. The highest priority for Samsung is to ensure availability and stability of supply, compliance with our commitments to the consumer and offering real value to the user.” “Even in a complex context, we believe it is important to continue expanding the category with differentiated proposals” In his own words, “the arrival of Galaxy Z Fold8 responds to this long-term commitment. We have identified a clear evolution in the way people watch content, read, browse and play from their mobile, and this new format offers a more natural and immersive screen, allowing us to offer the lightest Galaxy Z Fold to date.” For Alonso, “even in a complex context, we believe that it is important to continue expanding the category with differentiated proposals that respond to real needs.” The strong point of the Fold8 This is what a 4:3 video looks like on the Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra The new Galaxy Fold8 was born after analyzing user behavior: “It has a 4:3 screen format that is ideal for consuming games, playing multimedia content such as videos or movies or watching sports.” In the image it is clearly seen: The videos adapt much better to the internal screen of the Fold8 than that of the Fold8 Ultra. In some videos that are more panoramic we still have the classic black bands at the top and bottom, but they are much thinner and the screen is better used. Regarding the external screen, Vitón tells us that “it has a 10:16 format that adapts perfectly to consuming social networks” and also highlights that it is very comfortable for writing. Unlike the Flip screen where we can only open some apps, here we have a perfectly functional mobile phone, only with a much more square format than we are used to. From what I have been able to try, I have found it quite comfortable, although I have to say that handling it with one hand seemed somewhat complicated at first. We’ll see in the review. The elephant in the room: the foldable iPhone Perhaps the answer to the question of why now is related to a fact that is difficult to ignore, and that is that everything indicates that Apple … Read more

Now I know exactly who this new foldable format is for

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The Galaxy Z Fold8 was one of those phones that, without having to make too much noise, made me want to continue holding it in my hand. I returned to him several times during the contact, attracted by proportions that change quite a bit the usual feeling of a folding book type. Closed it is compact and wide; Open, it displays a surface that invites you to try content and applications in a different way. After years watching this category evolveI did not take for granted that a different design could arouse so much curiosity. This one got it. It is convenient to organize the new range because Samsung has changed the logic of the names. The tall silhouette that until now we associated with the Galaxy Z Fold continues in the Fold8 Ultra, while the model without a surname is the newcomer with passport proportions. At its side remains the Flip8, the compact vertical folding alternative. Having the three in front of me, it was clear to me that the catalog is not understood as a ladder in which each phone is better than the previous one, but as three proposals designed for different uses and audiences. Before continuing, we remind you that the members of Xataka Xtra can access discounts, benefits and exclusive opportunities in the Samsung online storein addition to exclusive raffles, a private Discord server and a growing catalog of discounts and advantages on digital services. You can join the community for only 30 euros per year. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 technical sheet SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD8 Dimensions and weight Folded: 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm Unfolded: 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5 mm 201 grams folding screen 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X QXGA+ resolution (2,448 x 1,848 pixels) 403 pixels per inch Refresh rate: 1-120Hz Vision Booster main screen 5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X QXGA+ resolution (1,248 x 1,972 pixels) 428 pixels per inch Refresh rate: 1-120Hz Vision Booster Up to 3,000 nits Low reflectance screen processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy Ram memory and storage 12/256GB 12/512GB 16GB/1TB front camera Main screen: 10 MP, f/2.2, FOV 85º Folding screen: 10 MP, f/2.2, FOV 100º main camera 50 MP wide angle, dual pixel AF, OIS, f/1.8, FOV 85º 50 MP wide angle, dual pixel AF, f/1.9, FOV 120º battery Dual 4,800 mAh (typical) 45W fast charging 20W wireless charging PowerShare Reverse Wireless Charging connectivity 5G NSA/SA LTE Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 6.0 NFC GPS operating system Android 17 One UI 9 others IP48 resistance Galaxy AI Knox Now Brief Now Nudge price From 1,999 euros Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, 256 GB, Mobile Phone, White The price could vary. We earn commission from these links The folding that was missing in the Galaxy Z family Foldables did not always convey the maturity we see today. In its first generations, astonishment coexisted with reasonable doubts: how much the screen would last, how the hinge would age or if that design would make real sense beyond its novelty. Over the years I have seen how Samsung responded to many of these questions through changes in construction, weight, thickness and user experience. The Galaxy Z Fold8 arrives at a different time– You no longer need to prove that a phone can fold, but rather what value it can bring by doing so. The most obvious leap, at least in design, came with the previous generation. When I tested the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7I found devices that were much more refined in thickness, weight and feel in the hand, as if Samsung had finally managed to organize many of the parts that it had been adjusting for years. They were no longer phones that attracted attention simply because they folded, but rather solid and coherent products within the high range. Precisely for this reason, the question for this eighth generation was not simple: what to do after having taken one of the most important steps. The Galaxy Z Fold8 seen in profile reveals its reduced thickness and the solidity of the whole | Image: Xataka After that jump, Samsung could follow several paths. I could completely redesign the entire series, but the chosen one was different: keep what already worked, refine it and add a third proposal. After having the new models in hand, I understand the decision. We could say then that Galaxy Z Fold8 is the natural consequence of much of what Samsung has learned over the seven generations. The result is a broader range, not necessarily a break with what came before. The first impression when picking up the Galaxy Z Fold8 is precisely that: it does not seem like an experimental device, but rather a product that arrives with a very clear idea of ​​what it wants to offer. Its lower and wider body changes its presence compared to the book-type folding that we knew, but maintains a feeling of solid construction. In the hand it feels well balanced, elegant and cared for in details. Its 201 grams also help: according to Samsung, it is the lightest Galaxy Z Fold it has made so far. The Galaxy Z Fold8 in white, with its dual camera system seen up close One of the first differences I noticed even before opening it. When I picked up the Galaxy Z Fold8 closed, I felt that the relationship with the exterior screen was different than that associated with other book-style foldables. It is a 5.5-inch panel with 10:16 ratioand during those first minutes I found myself using it more than I expected, without feeling like I was waiting for the moment to display the main screen. Checking messages, browsing or responding quickly felt natural, although we will have to see how that sensation evolves with prolonged daily use. The most obvious change came when deploying the 7.6-inch interior screen. Its 4:3 ratio explains a good part of what Samsung is pursuing with this model: it is not just about having more surface area in front, but about how … Read more

the top, the young man and the great rival of the folding iPhone

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Samsung has introduced its new Galaxy Z series: Fold8, Fold8 Ultra and Flip8. It is not a hierarchy from high-end to low-end, but three different ways of understanding a foldable, each one aimed at a specific type of user. Fold8 For those who want a foldable designed above all for consuming content: its screen is adapted to video, reading and networks, with a lighter body than the rest of the range. Fold8 Ultra for those who prioritize productivity and a top camera. It is the thinnest foldable launched by Samsung and its 8-inch screen allows you to work on several applications at the same time. Flip8 for those who prioritize being able to carry their cell phone in their pocket, no matter how small it is, and the lifestyle. Also for those who prefer not to open their phone if it is not necessary: ​​its external screen has been redesigned to be able to do more with it and not have to unfold it. We remind you that the members of Xataka Xtra can access discounts, benefits and exclusive opportunities in the Samsung online storein addition to exclusive raffles, a private Discord server and a growing catalog of discounts and advantages on digital services. You can join the community for only 30 euros per year. In detail. The difference between Fold8 and Fold8 Ultra is not only in range but in screen proportions. And therein lies the key to who each one is for. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8. Image: Samsung. The Fold8 It has a 4:3 interior screen, more square than elongated. Samsung explains that this format imitates the proportions of a magazine or a book: it is comfortable for reading, watching vertical or horizontal video and browsing, but it is not designed to have two or three apps open at the same time. On the outside, its 10:16 screen is the narrowest in the range, ideal for using it folded like a normal mobile phone. At 201 grams it is the lightest Fold, and it has a 50 MP dual camera, enough for everyday use, although it is not the best. It is, in short, a foldable built to consume content comfortably, not to work on it. And it is, coincidentally, the same form factor that has been leaking for months on Apple’s first foldablescheduled for a month and a half. Samsung doesn’t say it like that, but it has come first with a design that so far no one else has released in that exact format. At least in Spain. Because Oppo had its Find Nbut not in our market. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. Image: Samsung. The Fold8 Ultra reverses that logic. Its interior screen grows to 8 inches, large enough to divide it into several windows and work with two or three applications at the same time, something that the normal Fold8 does not offer with the same comfort due to its more elongated shape. In exchange, it weighs more, 215 grams, and includes a 5,000 mAh battery and an expanded graphite cooling system to withstand long workloads: editing, multitasking, content creation… Its main camera jumps to 200 MP with HDR, designed for those who need the best possible results. It is the same screen size as a Fold8, but with the hardware aimed at producing instead of consuming. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8. Image: Samsung. The Flip8 plays in another league different: It does not compete in interior screen size with either of the two, because its beauty lies in folding up to fit in a pocket. At 6.1 mm thick, it is the thinnest Flip that Samsung has ever launched, and its differentiator is not the main screen but the exterior FlexWindow, now converted into an interface with its own AI: it allows you to respond, consult information or launch actions without opening the mobile. It is the foldable designed for those who use their cell phone in short bursts throughout the day, not in long sessions. Yes, but. The Fold8 is not the flagship. That role is maintained by the Ultra: more battery, better camera, and larger screen. Anyone looking for “the most powerful folding Samsung” should not look at the passport format model, but at the Ultra. Samsung takes a risk here that it does not usually take: launching three folding devices at the same time means that they compete with each other for the same buyer, not only with the rest of the market. And now what. The three models are already in the reservation period in some markets. Samsung has not confirmed prices yet. Each purchase will include six free months of Google AI Prowith 5 TB of storage. In Xataka | David Alonso, VP of Samsung Spain: “93% of all foldables that have been sold in Spain are Samsung” Featured image | Xataka

features, price and technical sheet

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Samsung has not only brought us foldables. The Korean company has taken advantage of Unpacked to renew its range of smart watches which, as tradition dictates, consists of two devices: the Ultra model and the standard model which, again, as tradition dictates, this year skips the Classic version (and its fantastic rotating bezel). We have, therefore, two new smartwatches that seek to win the gold of “best watch with Wear OS.” The most striking change is found in the Ultra, which greatly increases the level of its battery and brightness, but otherwise both watches share many of the functions and specifications. Before continuing, we remind you that the members of Xataka Xtra can access discounts, benefits and exclusive opportunities in the Samsung online storein addition to exclusive raffles, a private Discord server and a growing catalog of discounts and advantages on digital services. You can join the community for only 30 euros per year. Technical sheet of the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Watch9 samsung galaxy watch ultra2 Samsung Galaxy Watch9 dimensions and weight 47.4 x 47.1 x 10.7mm 61.5 grams 44 mm 46 x 43.7 x 8.6 mm – 34 grams 40mm: 42.7 x 40.4 x 8.6mm – 31.5 grams screen 1.52 inch Super AMOLED Resolution 498 x 498 pixels Always On Up to 5,000 nits sapphire crystal Super AMOLED 44 mm: 1.47 inches, 480 x 480 pixels 40mm: 1.37 inches, 438 x 438 pixels Always On Up to 3,000 nits sapphire crystal processor Snapdragon Wear Elite Snapdragon Wear Elite ram memory 2GB 2GB internal storage 64GB 32GB Sensors Samsung BioActive Sensor temperature sensor Accelerometer Barometer Gyroscope Geomagnetic sensor Light sensor. Samsung BioActive Sensor temperature sensor Accelerometer Barometer Gyroscope Geomagnetic sensor Light sensor. Battery 800mAh 44mm: 445mAh 40mm: 390mAh connectivity LTE Bluetooth 6.0 WiFi 2.4/5GHz NFC Dual band GPS LTE Bluetooth 6.0 WiFi 2.4/5GHz NFC Dual band GPS geopositioning Integrated GPS chip Integrated GPS chip endurance 10 ATM+ IP69K MIL-STD-810H EN 13319 5ATM IP68 MIL-STD-810H buttons 2x side button rotating crown 2x side button compatibility Android 13 or higher 1.5 GB of RAM or more Android 13 or higher 1.5 GB of RAM or more operating system Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch Wear OS 7 with One UI 9 Watch OTHERS Auto Brightness AoD mode Heart rate monitoring Sleep monitoring SpO2 monitoring Stress monitoring vascular load Sleep pain Hearing Bioelectric impedance Fall detection NotificationsMusic control Microphone Speaker More than 100 sports modes Google Gemini Google Play Auto Brightness AoD mode Heart rate monitoring Sleep monitoring SpO2 monitoring Stress monitoring vascular load Sleep pain Hearing Bioelectric impedance Fall detection NotificationsMusic control Microphone Speaker More than 100 sports modes Google Gemini Google Play PRICE 749 euros From 409 euros Samsung Galaxy Watch9, 40mm, Bluetooth, White (Spanish Version) The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2, 47mm, LTE, Silver (Spanish Version) The price could vary. We earn commission from these links The peculiarities of the Watch Ultra2 Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 | Image: Xataka He Watch Ultra2 It is the watch focused on the most athletic and, why not say it, those looking for a powerful watch that offers good autonomy. It is only available in a single 47 millimeter version, so yes, it is a big watch not suitable for small wrists. The frame is made of aluminum and is somewhat thinner than the previous model, specifically 12%. As a sports/adventure watch that it is, it has all kinds of certifications and resistances to withstand the elements of, for example, water. Samsung boasts of offering resistance IP69K10 ATM (equivalent to 100 meters depth) and EN 13319. It is obvious that he feels good in the water and, in fact, it has a mode dedicated to diving that measures immersion time, water temperature, speed of ascent and descent, etc., developed together with Mares. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2 | Image: Xataka Coming out of the sea, the device has a feature called “Mountain Run” that offers information on altitude and terrain impact, and offers real-time hydration recommendations through Nutrition Alert. Basically the clock estimates sweat loss in relation to body weight and tells us when we need to drink water. Last but not least, it has a screen with 5,000 nits of brightness (a completely absurd figure that, it must be said, we will take advantage of on very rare occasions) and 800 mAh battery. This change is notable compared to the previous generation, which had 590 mAh, and the reason, although Samsung does not mention it explicitly, seems obvious: silicon carbon batteryfinally. A review of Watch9 Samsung Galaxy Watch9 | Image: Xataka He Galaxy Watch9 It is a watch more focused on everyday life. Although, as we will see soon, it offers the same sensors as its Ultra brother, this watch has a more casual, more lifestyle character. It is, without a doubt, more focused on keeping track of our lifestyle habits, sleep and exercise, as well as serving as a productivity assistant through notifications, calls and apps. This model can be obtained in two versions: 40 and 44 millimeters. One is smaller, one is bigger. That obviously has a noticeable impact on the watch’s battery. While both do exactly the same thing, the 44-millimeter one will offer greater autonomy. Both have a frame made of aluminum and that “padded” design that the Galaxy Watch8. Samsung Galaxy Watch9 | Image: Xataka The screen does not reach the 5,000 nits of the Ultra2, but it does amount to 3,000 nitsa much more reasonable figure that, in any case, will only be activated in fairly extreme lighting conditions. As far as stamina goes, it’s pretty tough, but not as tough as its older brother. It does not have EN 13319 certification, nor IP69K nor does it reach 10 ATM, so, although it can withstand water, it is not designed for diving. What they share Samsung Galaxy Watch9 and Ultra2 | Image: Xataka Everything else, really. Both models incorporate the processor Snadragon Wear Elite (codename … Read more

Steam disinfection and extra-thin design for less than 200 euros

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If you’ve ever tried to clean under a sofa with a wet-dry vacuum cleaner, you’ll know how frustrating it can be: most of the deposits stuck to the handle prevent the device from completely lying down. Roborock seems to have taken note of this problem in its new catalog of upright vacuum cleanersbringing to Spain two models that directly attack the usual weak points of this category: maneuverability and disinfection. The new ones Roborock F25 Steam and Roborock F25 GT Gen 2 They are now officially available in Spain from 199 euros (per launch campaign), thus offering a very interesting alternative to traditional high-end brands. roborock F25 GT Gen 2 Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner The price could vary. We earn commission from these links roborock F25 Steam Vacuum Cleaner and Steam Scrubber The price could vary. We earn commission from these links F25 Steam: steam at 180°C so you don’t have to scrub by hand The star model of this launch is the Roborock F25 Steam, a device designed for those looking for maximum hygiene without resorting to chemicals. Its great asset is technology VaporFlowcapable of projecting steam at 180°C directly onto the floor to soften stubborn grease and dirt in a single pass. Beyond steam, it solves two of the main problems of this type of vacuum cleaners: Gets under the furniture: Thanks to the FlatReach 2.0 system, the vacuum cleaner reclines until it is completely flat (only 12.5 cm thick), allowing you to clean under beds or sofas without losing suction. Self-maintenance: At its base, it not only washes the roller with steam, but dries it with hot air at 95 °C to avoid bad odors due to retained moisture. With a autonomy of up to 80 minutes in Eco mode and dirt sensor in real time (DirTect), is a cleaning beast that costs the usual 589 euros, although it comes with an introductory offer for 459 euros. roborock F25 Steam Vacuum Cleaner and Steam Scrubber The price could vary. We earn commission from these links F25 GT Gen 2: the entry range that lowers the center of gravity If you don’t need the steam function and are looking for something lighter and cheaper For everyday use, the F25 GT Gen 2 is positioned as a very good option for a price of 199 euros in launch promotion. Unlike the previous generation, the brand has redesigned the weight distribution by placing the water tank in the lower area. This makes it much more agile to push and turn between the table legs. It maintains the ability to lie down at 180º and stands out for its respectable 20,000 Pa of suction and a dual scraper system (JawScrapers) designed so that dog or cat hair does not get tangled in the roller. In addition, its base also includes self-cleaning and thermal drying at 90ºC. roborock F25 GT Gen 2 Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner The price could vary. We earn commission from these links You may also be interested roborock Saros Z70 Robot Vacuum Cleaner with 5-Axis Foldable OmniGrip Mechanical Arm The price could vary. We earn commission from these links roborock H60 Hub Ultra Cordless Vacuum Cleaner with Self-Emptying Base The price could vary. We earn commission from these links Some of the links in this article are affiliated and may provide a benefit to Xataka. In case of non-availability, offers may vary. Image | Roborock In Xataka | Best robot vacuum cleaners in quality price. Which one to buy based on use and five recommended models In Xataka | These are the seven best cleaning devices to keep dirt at bay

characteristics price and technical sheet

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Samsung has very different folding ranges. There’s the new Fold8, which is the “foldable for everyone.” There is the Z Fold8 Ultra, the most complete and the most professional in nature; and there is the Galaxy Z Flip8the foldable for younger people who are looking, above all, for practicality and a small device to carry in their pocket or bag. Once again, the Korean company has renewed it to give it a good dose of Android 17improve FlexWindow and lighten it a little. Before continuing, we remind you that the members of Xataka Xtra can access discounts, benefits and exclusive opportunities in the Samsung online storein addition to exclusive raffles, a private Discord server and a growing catalog of discounts and advantages on digital services. You can join the community for only 30 euros per year. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 technical sheet SAMSUNG GALAXY Z Flip8 Dimensions and weight Folded: 75.4 x 85.7 x 13.1 mm Unfolded: 75.4 x 166.9 x 6.1 mm 180 grams folding screen 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X FullHD+ resolution (1,080 x 2,520 pixels) 400 pixels per inch 3,000 nits Refresh rate: 1-120Hz Vision Booster secondary screen 4.1-inch Super AMOLED Refresh rate: 60/120 Hz Resolution 948 x 1,048 pixels processor Exynos 2600 Ram memory and storage 12/256GB 12/512GB main camera 50 MP wide angle, dual pixel AF, OIS, f/1.8, FOV 85º 12 MP wide angle, f/2.2, 123º FOV front camera 10 MP, f/2.2, FOV 85º battery Dual 4,300 mAh (typical) 25W fast charging 15W wireless charging PowerShare Reverse Wireless Charging connectivity 5G NSA/SA LTE Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.4 NFC GPS operating system Android 17 One UI 9 others IP48 resistance Galaxy AI Knox Now Brief Now Nudge price From 1,299 euros Lighter, finer Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Image: Samsung The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is designed to be a pocket equipment. The Korean company has managed to reduce its thickness and weight to 6.1 mm and 180 grams (6.5 mm and 188 grams in the Z Flip7) while retaining the 6.9-inch screen diagonal. The rest of the specifications are similar to last year’s model, except for the peak brightness, which goes from 2,600 to 3,000 nits. There are no significant changes to the design. Samsung has once again opted for a rear divided into two parts, the upper part being a generous 4.1-inch screen from which to interact with the AI, make calls, view notifications, etc. We have another novelty in the hinge. Samsung has mounted a new technology called Flex Titanium which, roughly speaking, combines a titanium film with a titanium plate in the area of ​​the wrinkle to, on paper, reduce the impact and reduces the visibility of the crease. The theory is that should be noticed and seen less. We will discover the reality when we can analyze it. An engine signed, again, by the house Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Image: Samsung While the Fold brothers incorporate the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite for Galaxy, the Z Flip8 mounts the Exynos 2600. It is the same strategy that the firm followed last year with the Flip7, which mounted the Exynos 2500. It is a two nanometer chipten cores and a thermal management system that, at least in theory, should stand up to the thermal throttling we experienced in the Flip7. Next to this chip we find 12 gigabytes of RAM and 256 or 512 GB of internal storage, as well as 4,300 mAh battery with 25W fast charging. Same setup as last year, in a nutshell. Samsung still does not dare to make the leap to silicon-carbon and, in terms of performance, the experience should be very similar. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Image: Samsung A change is found in the operating system, which is now Android 17 with One UI 9. Samsung, by the way, promises seven years of updates. Numbers aside, the Z Flip8 has seen the FlexWindow experience renewed, that is, the capabilities of the external screen, the one we use when it is folded. According to Samsung, FlexWindow “brings apps, information and actions directly to the outer screen,” so in theory it should be possible to use apps like WhatsApp or email from that screen. Now Brief is also displayed on that screen and, by clicking on the side button, it is possible to automate actions through Gemini Intelligence. Two cameras with the focus on creation Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Image: Samsung Few, if any, changes in hardware compared to the last generation. The Flip8 mounts a set of two sensors on the rear (50 MP wide angle with OIS and 12 MP wide angle) and a front sensor on the 10 MP internal screen. We do not have telephoto, as is common in this range. We will use the 10 megapixel camera for video calls and little else, in case this format allows something, it is being able to use the main cameras for selfies (group ones included). Flex Mode allows you to place the folded screen in any position to use it as a tripod, for example; And as a novelty, now the camera is capable of blocking the horizon so that the videos come out well framed even when moving. Versions and price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 He Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 It can be found in lavender, cream, graphite (black) and mint green (only on the Samsung website). The prices are as follows: Images | Samsung In Xataka | Best Samsung phones in quality price. Which one to buy based on use and five recommended models

features, price and technical sheet

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After endless leaks and rumors, Samsung has made a new folding format official. Not “new” as such, but different. Because he Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 It is still a Fold, but now it is much, much more square and, therefore, more panoramic when we open its screen. It is a foldable made, according to Samsung, to adapt to how we see content. This format is usually known as “passport type” and it is something that we have already seen, to a certain extent, in the OPPO Find N (Apple is also expected to adopt it at the end of the year in its much leaked iPhone Fold). The Korean firm thus puts on the table a triad of foldingeach one focused on a different audience and the Fold8 being the most generalist. With the introductions made, let’s get to know them better. Before continuing, we remind you that the members of Xataka Xtra can access discounts, benefits and exclusive opportunities in the Samsung online storein addition to exclusive raffles, a private Discord server and a growing catalog of discounts and advantages on digital services. You can join the community for only 30 euros per year. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 technical sheet SAMSUNG GALAXY Z FOLD8 Dimensions and weight Folded: 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm Unfolded: 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5 mm 201 grams folding screen 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X QXGA+ resolution (2,448 x 1,848 pixels) 403 pixels per inch Refresh rate: 1-120Hz Vision Booster main screen 5.5-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X QXGA+ resolution (1,248 x 1,972 pixels) 428 pixels per inch Refresh rate: 1-120Hz Vision Booster Up to 3,000 nits Low reflectance screen processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy Ram memory and storage 12/256GB 12/512GB 16GB/1TB front camera Main screen: 10 MP, f/2.2, FOV 85º Folding screen: 10 MP, f/2.2, FOV 100º main camera 50 MP wide angle, dual pixel AF, OIS, f/1.8, FOV 85º 50 MP wide angle, dual pixel AF, f/1.9, FOV 120º battery Dual 4,800 mAh (typical) 45W fast charging 20W wireless charging PowerShare Reverse Wireless Charging connectivity 5G NSA/SA LTE Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 6.0 NFC GPS operating system Android 17 One UI 9 others IP48 resistance Galaxy AI Knox Now Brief Now Nudge price From 1,999 euros The new passport format Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Image: Samsung To date, Samsung’s Fold-type folding devices (and almost all brands, really) have tried to be a conventional mobile phone that multiplies by two. The external screen is like that of a regular mobile phone and, when we open it, its size doubles in a screen that borders on the 1:1 format (almost square). The problem is that this format, which is maintained, by the way, in the Fold8 Ultra, is very good for multitasking and productivity, but it involves certain sacrifices in the consumption of multimedia content. The reason? A video on YouTube is usually in 16-18:9, which, on an almost 1:1 screen, means having two huge black bands above and below the content. The passport format partially solves this problem: it sacrifices diagonal on the main screen in exchange for offering a more rectangular folding screen, ideal for watching a video, a movie or playing games in widescreen format. In the case of Samsung, the main screen (the one we use when it is folded) has a 10:16 format. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Image: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Image: Samsung The folding screen, for its part, has a 4:3 format. Without being completely panoramic, the upper and lower black bands will be a lot, but much smaller. If we put it vertically, we have a size similar to that of a small book, which makes it particularly comfortable for reading or browsing. When it comes to the hinge, Samsung boasts a new technology called Flex Titanium (available in all three folding versions). According to the company, this new hinge combines a titanium alloy film with an “improved” titanium plate that, on paper, helps reinforce the screen support, absorb pressure and reduce crease visibility. This has been one of the most controversial points of foldables historically, the fold and its wrinkle. Speaking of specifications Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Image: Samsung If we talk about inches, the main screen has a 5.5 inch diagonalwhile the folding one amounts to 7.6 inches. In both cases we find a QXGA+ resolution and a variable refresh rate of 1-120 Hz. They are, therefore, fast screens with a more than acceptable resolution. As far as brightness is concerned, 3,000 peak nits, more than enough to use it in full sun and play HDR. One of the things that caught the most attention Galaxy S26 Ultra was the anti-glare and anti-glare screen. For physical and space reasons, Samsung cannot implement this technology in the folding ones (this specific model is 4.5 mm thick when unfolded), but it does claim to have introduced a low-reflective finish that, in theory, should reduce glare when the sun shines in front of it. Maximum power Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 | Image: Samsung Samsung has not skimped on power in its new foldable. In fact, in a somewhat complicated context for RAM and storagethe Korean firm has put all its efforts into action. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has 12 GB of RAM in its versions with 256 or 512 GB of internal storage, and 16 GB in the most powerful version, which is the one with 1 TB capacity. It won’t be for storage, of course. The heart of the terminal is a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, or what is the same, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with a lightweight overclock which, on paper, provides extra performance. It will also be responsible for moving some AI tools, namely Now Brief (contextual information), Now Nudge (an assistant for taking actions) and the editing suite. However, Samsung’s approach is hybrid: local+cloud. The battery goes up to 4,800 mAh, which represents an increase of 400 mAh compared … Read more

Many foods and cosmetics have additives that we want to avoid at all costs.

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Every time we put a packaged potato omelet, hummus or moisturizing cream in the shopping cart, we incorporate dozens of substances into our body that often go unnoticed despite appearing on the label. The preservativesdyes, emulsifiers or sun filters are part of the usual composition of thousands of products that we buy in supermarkets. His presence responds to a legitimate industrial logic: it is necessary to extend the shelf life of a food or stabilize the texture of a cosmetic. The problem is that the regulations that regulate these additives almost always advance behind scientific knowledge. An additive can take decades to be approved and in widespread use before scientific studies force authorities to reopen its file. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) periodically reevaluates these compounds, but its way of working requires accumulating solid evidence and sustains years of continuous exposure before any regulatory change. This disconnection does not at all mean that everything permitted is automatically dangerous. In fact, the vast majority of authorized additives are supported by decades of toxicological studies. Even so, it is in consumers’ interest to know which substances have generated the most scientific controversy, in which products they appear most frequently, and which institutions have focused on them. Preservatives that are already under discussion Sodium benzoate (E211) is one of the most commonly used preservatives in packaged potato chips, pickles, sauces and soft drinks. The EFSA has reviewed your security on several occasions, the last in 2016, and has concluded that within the authorized levels it does not raise concerns about genotoxicity (the ability of a substance to damage the genetic material of a cell). It has warned, however, that certain population groups can easily exceed the acceptable daily intake. A quick note before we move forward: part of the controversy about this additive comes from research such as those of Professor Peter Piperfrom the University of Sheffield (United Kingdom), who has documented damage to mitochondrial DNA of cells exposed to sodium benzoate in in vitro assays. EFSA opts for regulatory prudence, while certain academic groups insist on stricter scrutiny Potassium sorbate (E202) follows a similar logic. It frequently appears in hummus, cheeses, yogurts or wines, and acts as an antifungal. The EFSA has reevaluated it in 2015 and again in 2019setting an acceptable daily intake together with sorbic acid of 3 mg per kilo of body weight per day. A study published in In Vitro Toxicology evaluated its genotoxic potential in human lymphocytes cultured in the laboratory, without finding relevant effects at the concentrations tested, which reinforces the official position of the agency. Another relevant note: both preservatives share the same pattern. No reference institution has classified them as carcinogenic, but there is no unanimity regarding their complete long-term safety. The EFSA opts for the regulatory prudencewhile certain academic groups insist on stricter scrutiny, especially in sensitive populations, such as children or people with an aspirin allergy. However, we are interested in putting these figures in context: the real exposure of those who eat packaged potato omelettes several times a week is well below the thresholds at which adverse effects have been observed in the most alarmist studies. The additives most highlighted by science Beyond preservatives, there are other additives that have received much stronger regulatory attention. The clearest case is that of titanium dioxide (E171), a white dye used for decades in candy, chewing gum and some cosmetics. The EFSA concluded in 2021 that its genotoxicity cannot be ruled out, especially due to its ability to accumulate in the body, which has led to the European Union to ban its use as a food additive from 2022. Even so, it is still allowed in cosmetics, such as sunscreens. The antioxidants BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole, E320) and BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene, E321), present in snacks, cereals and some cosmetics, illustrate well the nuances of this type of evaluations. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified BHA in group 2B as possible carcinogen for humans. BHT, on the other hand, remains in group 3, not classifiable due to insufficient evidence. The International Agency for Research on Cancer has classified BHA in group 2B as a possible human carcinogen. The European Commission has also placed BHA as a priority substance for endocrine disruption, while BHT only arouses similar suspicions in the scientific literature, without an equivalent institutional classification. Long-chain parabens in cosmetics follow a similar path: several of them are banned in the European Union since 2014 by decision of its scientific consumer safety committee. Sodium nitrite (E250), common in sausages and processed meats, closes the list with the best documented case: the IARC classified processed meat as a group 1 carcinogen in 2015, especially due to the formation of nitrosamines when cooked at high temperature. In the following table we summarize these six cases and identify the institution that has indicated the risk of each of them and the effects described in the scientific literature: Additive Where do we find it? Institution that has indicated the risk Described effects E211 (sodium benzoate) Packaged potato omelettes, pickles, sauces, soft drinks EFSA (2016 revision); University of Sheffield Overcoming the IDA in sensitive groups; damage to mitochondrial DNA in in vitro studies E202 (potassium sorbate) Hummus, cheeses, yogurts, wines EFSA (2015 and 2019 revisions) Possible cellular inflammation in animal models E171 (titanium dioxide) Candies, gum, sunscreen EFSA (2021 opinion) Genotoxicity not ruled out; banned as a food additive in the EU from 2022 E320 (BHA) / E321 (BHT) Snacks, cereals, some cosmetics IARC (group 2B for the BHA); European Commission (priority endocrine disruptor for BHA) BHA, possible carcinogen and hormone disruptor; BHT, similar suspicions without equivalent classification Long chain parabens Creams, shampoos, cosmetics Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (EU) Hormonal disruption; several banned in cosmetics since 2014 E250 (sodium nitrite) Sausages, processed meats IARC (group 1 for processed meat, 2015) Formation of carcinogenic nitrosamines when cooked at high temperatures Image | Kenneth Surillo More information | EFSA | European Union | IARC In Xataka … Read more

“I don’t understand Stallone, I have the impression that he only does it for money”

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That phrase from Clint Eastwood is not current, but belongs to 2003, to a profile that Lillian Ross wrote about Eastwood for ‘The New Yorker’. Curiously, after that Stallone returned to Rocky, but he did so with a film that was a huge critical and public success. And Eastwood did not return to any of his previous films. That is, a quarter of a century later, the quote is nuanced but it essentially means the same thing. What is it coming for? That “I don’t understand Sylvester Stallone. I have the impression that he only does it for money” was said within Eastwood’s broader reflection on his own career: he was talking about Harry Callahan, about the risk of stagnating artistically, about the need to grow instead of going backwards. At that time, it was not known whether ‘Rocky Balboa’ would end up being a worthy film or a nostalgic wreck. In 2003, filming hadn’t even started. It was cool. Three years later, Stallone wrote, directed and starred in that sixth installment. The critical reaction far exceeded that of its two predecessors: Rotten Tomatoes Today it scores 78% out of 180 reviews, well above the reception that ‘Rocky V’ had in 1990. In commercial terms, ‘Rocky Balboa’ grossed 155.9 million dollars with a budget of 24 million. The installment that recovered Rocky was a very worthy tribute to a classic character. Everyone sins. Eastwood was also not free from the impulse to resurrect characters. He played Harry Callahan five times between 1971 and 1988, until ‘The Blacklist’, the last installment of the saga. When a sixth Callahan was finally ruled out, Warner Bros. did not close the door: in 2004 it considered relaunching the franchise with Dwayne Johnson as a thirty-something detective. The plan died due to Johnson’s own box office failures. Without consequences (relatively). However, Eastwood has remained true to his words: in 2003 he had already abandoned Callahan’s films many years ago and was fully immersed in a career as a complete auteur accepted by Hollywood. Words are always relative, yes, because at the end of the day… what are films like ‘Unforgiven’ if not late sequels to his successes as a protagonist for directors like Leone, where the director wonders what happens when the icons reach an advanced age and all the treasures obtained by clean shooting have come to nothing? What remains The really valuable thing about this statement, which we must remember that the current nonagenarian Eastwood has not uttered, is that it is infinitely nuanced: Rocky returned to one of his classic franchises (and would do so again with ‘John Rambo’, another critical – to a lesser extent, yes – and public success), but it was a more than worthy return. And Eastwood would stay true to his words, but four Dirty Harry sequels are there to remind him that there is no one with a completely irreproachable career. In Xataka | “They were not used to silence”: when Clint Eastwood set foot in Spain for the first time in 1964, he was marked forever

Follow the presentation of the new Samsung foldables live with us

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If there is a date that marks the halfway point of summer, it is, without a doubt, the Samsung Unpacked. The Korean company brings us together every summer to present its new devices (foldable, it’s no secret where the shots are going) in an event that points out ways. Last year it was in New York, this year it is in London and, as it could not be otherwise, you will be able to follow it live and direct with us. Galaxy Unpacked will take place today, Wednesday, July 22, at 3:00 p.m. Spanish peninsular time. You can follow it live through from our YouTube channelof our live page and from our Instagram profile. The schedules according to regions are as follows: Spain: 15:00 (14:00 in the Canary Islands). Mexico: 7:00 AM Colombia: 8:00 AM. Venezuela and Chile: 9:00 AM. Argentina: 10:00 AM. Live What we hope to see At the beginning of the year, within the framework of MWC, we learned about the Galaxy S26 Ultra and its brothers. The most conventional high-end is already on the table, so now is the time to get to know the new folding ones. Samsung renews its folding devices every year and around this time, aka the Z Fold and Z Flip, as well as smart watches. There have been various leaks that bring winds of change, but the most interesting is the one that came from Samsung itself. The firm published a series of very… suggestive videosin which he made us understand that would launch a new format. A third foldable? The evolution of the Fold or the Flip? We don’t know, but the company has something in the oven. Regarding the watches, it is to be expected that, having been completely renewed last year, in this event the improvement will be somewhat more incremental. We will surely see improvements in the battery, screen or performance. Samsung also has an outstanding debt with your glasses with Android XR and At Google I/O we saw a preview of what they have in the oven, so since dreaming is free… We will clear up doubts in a little while. We remember: the event will be today, July 22, at 3:00 p.m. Spanish peninsular time. In Xataka | Follow Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked live

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