For years, foldable phones have hovered between innovation and impracticality great in concept, but clunky in execution. I’ve always admired the idea of a device that could morph between a tablet and a smartphone. Yet, I never fully trusted one to be my daily driver. That changed after spending just 30 minutes with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Unveiled recently in New York and launching globally including in India the Galaxy Z Fold 7 marks a major leap forward in Samsung’s foldable journey. It is, by far, the slimmest and lightest book-style foldable phone I’ve ever held. And that makes all the difference.
What struck me immediately was how refined the design feels. Samsung has shaved off unnecessary bulk without sacrificing durability or usability. It now feels less like a prototype and more like a polished flagship that just happens to fold. In its closed form, the device is compact and comfortable almost like a traditional bar-shaped phone. When opened, it transforms smoothly into a spacious screen ideal for multitasking, reading, or content consumption.
Samsung also brings in smart AI features that elevate the experience. From intelligent app suggestions to on-the-fly translation and document scanning, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 subtly blends hardware innovation with meaningful software enhancements. These aren’t just gimmicks they genuinely improve productivity and ease of use.
This latest Fold finally feels like a phone you’d want to use every day not just show off. It slips into your pocket more easily, doesn’t feel like a brick in your hand, and offers a level of polish that earlier foldables lacked.
For someone who’s been on the fence about foldables, the Z Fold 7 is a turning point. It proves that slim, sleek foldables are not only possible but can be highly functional. After this hands-on session, I’m no longer a skeptic I’m a believer. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 has taken foldables from futuristic novelties to devices ready for the mainstream.
