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This year, Samsung has given the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic upgrades that almost make it as compelling as the Ultra model. The rotating bezel gives it a classic look and appeal, which has been one reason why the Classic model has been so popular in all these years, while the addition of features like a Quick Button enhances ease of use.

Samsung is one of the biggest players in the foldable space. The South Korean tech giant is the only brand that has stood by both of its foldables designs through thick and thin, when brands like Oppo and OnePlus withdrew from international markets due to dropping consumer interest in the smartphone category last year. Year after year, Samsung has been improving both of its foldables, with one model getting preference over the other with every passing year. In 2023, it was the Galaxy Z Flip 5 (upgraded to a bigger cover display), while 2024 saw the Z Fold 6 get a notable design makeover. However, in 2025, Samsung appears to have fired both barrels, introducing major design and hardware changes for its Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7.

With the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung has once again demonstrated its ability to reinvent the foldable segment. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 was a great device, but it followed a design language that didn't feel like an upgrade over its predecessor. Samsung, during closed-door briefings for the Fold 7, claimed that it almost made the new foldable from the ground up. And, the moment you hold the Fold 7 and 6 simultaneously in your hands, you can see for yourself the enormous difference. While of course, the sleek profile is the biggest highlight of the Fold 7, the upgrades don't stop there.