Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 is missing a fan-favorite foldable feature

TL;DR Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 is missing Flex Mode. It’s reported that this was done on purpose to produce better crease control. Flex Mode is still available on the Fold 8 Ultra.

Today, Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8, and Flip 8. If you were considering putting an order down for one of these phones, there’s something you should be aware of. The new wide Fold model is missing a long-standing foldable feature.

Samsung first introduced a feature called Flex Mode in 2020. It first appeared on the original Galaxy Z Flip, but was later introduced to the second-generation Fold. Since then, the feature has been a staple in Samsung’s foldable phones.

However, you won’t find Flex Mode on the Galaxy Z Fold 8.