Apple has unveiled its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, and is targeting China’s foldable phone market. Early reactions highlight smooth transitions between folded and unfolded use and a user-friendly interface. Analysts and commentators point to risks from a high China price and a dual eSIM-only design that removes the physical SIM tray. Competition is intensifying as Huawei and Xiaomi release new foldables, with Huawei holding about 79 percent of the China market.

Samsung Electronics’ next foldable smartphone, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, is drawing market attention with a thinner body and a reduced display crease. TechRadar said the biggest changes are inside, including a new hinge and titanium panel structure designed to make the screen flatter when unfolded. The phone keeps five cameras, upgrading the ultra-wide lens to 50 megapixels. It adds AI features and supports up to four apps at once on the main screen.