Samsung’s next big foldable may have surfaced early, and the standout change is hard to ignore. A leaked dummy unit said to show the Samsung Fold 8 Wide points to a much slimmer profile than the company’s current book-style foldables.
The short video compares the mockup with what’s described as a Galaxy S25 Edge, suggesting the foldable could close down to a surprisingly slim shape. For Samsung, that would mark a noticeable design shift after years of Fold models that packed strong hardware into bodies that still felt bulky beside newer rivals.
Still, this is not a Samsung reveal. The name, final design, specs, price, launch timing, and availability remain unconfirmed.
How thin is Samsung going
The key detail in the Samsung Fold 8 Wide leak is the folded profile. When shut, the physical model appears close to the thickness of the Galaxy S25 Edge shown beside it.
That detail goes straight to daily use. A slimmer Fold would be easier to pocket, easier to grip, and less awkward to use closed, which is where plenty of foldable phone tasks still happen before the inner display ever opens.
What does Wide really mean
The “Wide” name is the other clue worth watching. It suggests Samsung may be looking past thickness alone and reworking the shape of the cover screen.
The original Pixel Fold already showed how a shorter, broader shape can feel less cramped than Samsung’s older narrow Fold design. Apple’s rumored foldable has also kept the 4:3-style idea in the conversation, making the Fold 8 Wide leak feel less like a one-off and more like part of a larger shift toward squarer foldables. The leak still doesn’t confirm the final screen ratio.
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The catch is that a dummy can only show proportions. It can’t confirm whether Samsung has solved the harder engineering work behind battery size, hinge strength, camera hardware, and durability.
What should buyers watch next
The next round of leaks needs to show more than a striking silhouette. Battery capacity, hinge design, camera layout, durability rating, and real dimensions will decide whether this rumored Fold 8 Wide is a practical upgrade or a sleek-looking mockup.
For now, the smart read is cautious optimism. The leak hints at a Fold designed less like a small tablet first and more like a phone people can live with all day. Until Samsung confirms the hardware, treat it as an early signpost rather than a buying plan.
Pixar is the champion of animation, but not all of their movies have had the chance to shine. For 40 years, the studio has brought families together across 30 movies. Certain movies never enter the discussion of being among the studios’ best — they were overshadowed by other films, or they went direct-to-streaming on Disney+.
In honor of the 40th anniversary, here are four Pixar movies that are worth reevaluating in 2026.
Toy Story 4
A surprisingly strong sequel
In 2010, Toy Story 3 brought Pixar’s debut franchise to an emotional close, as Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz (Tim Allen), and the gang said farewell to Andy, preparing for a new life with Bonnie (Madeleine McGraw). After bringing their genre-defining animated trilogy to a fitting conclusion, I was doubtful that any follow-up could ever live up to the trilogy’s legacy. However, I was pleasantly surprised when I finally found the time to watch Toy Story 4.
As the gang of toys and Bonnie embark on a trip, Woody sets out to help the handcrafted toy Forky (Tony Hale) while also reuniting with Bo Peep (Annie Potts), who has become a rescuer of stray toys. As expected, Pixar’s animation remains ever-impressive, but Toy Story 4 manages to recapture the charm of the original 3 movies and offer a surprisingly fitting epilogue to Woody’s story in particular. Even with a new installment on the horizon, the emotion behind Toy Story 4‘s major status quo change for the gang ensures that the movie will be able to stand on its own merits for many years to come.
Turning Red
A stylistic reinvention
2022’s TurningRed saw Pixar take another crack at a coming-of-age story. The young Mei (Rosalie Chiang) clashes with her mother, Ming Lee (Sandra Oh), leading to her learning that she inherited the power to turn into a gigantic red panda in moments of heightened emotion. With her favorite boy band in town, Mei and her friends plan to use these gifts to attend the concert. As the concert draws nearer, however, Mei continues to clash with her mother, building to a generational showdown to heal her family’s curse.
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When compared to what came before, TurningRed is a drastic stylistic departure from Pixar’s filmography. Mei’s story is told in a more informal manner when compared to other features, as Mei breaks the fourth wall and is incredibly expressive when compared to how past features tiptoed the line between cartoon and realism. However, this stylistic decision gives TurningRed a unique charm while making its story feel all the more personal and emotional, as we are given a clearer insight into Mei’s state than any other Pixar protagonist that has come before.
Monsters University
Expanding a universe
While ToyStory had proven that Pixar could create successful sequels, expanding on a movie was still a rare move for the studio in the early 2010s, with said franchise and Cars being an exception. As such, MonstersUniversity had a lot of pressure placed upon its shoulders when it released. Set several years before the events of Monsters Inc, the prequel explores how Mike (Billy Crystal) and Sully (John Goodman) went from fierce rivals to the firmest of friends during their time at the titular scaring school.
Blending the setting and cast of MonstersInc. with a teen college movie was an ideal choice to expand the world of this Pixar movie, as most of the charm found in Monstropolis comes from how it drastically imagined elements of our own world in its monstrous lens. Furthermore, it is interesting to see that Sully and Mike began as rivals, and Mike’s arc focusing on his struggle to be a scarer does add layers to where his journey ends in the original movie. As such, MonstersUniversity is a worthy prologue to one of Pixar’s most enduring franchises.
Soul
A deeper tale with age
Pixar is unafraid to tackle deeper and more mature subjects. However, I feel Soul stands as one of their most ambitious explorations yet. On the verge of fulfilling his dream, Joe (Jamie Foxx) is caught in a near-death experience, leading to him becoming a disembodied soul in the “Great Before.” When his soul is tasked to guide the reluctant 22 (Tina Fey) into finding the passion that will drive her during her time on Earth, Joe is taken on a journey to not only return to his body but also reconsider what drives him and what is important in life.
For a studio that has prided itself on packaging deeper themes into a family-friendly package, Soul easily stands as a movie that feels targeted for its older viewers. Children may be inspired to take joy in everything life can offer through 22’s journey, but Joe’s story is particularly relatable to those who have had to grapple with their passions being lost or an unpredictable turn in life putting a stop to a dream, and watching him regain that through his experiences with 22 is incredibly emotional. While it may not have had a chance to shine at the box office, Soul will stand as a fondly remembered Pixar classic. Hopefully, new viewers and young fans can begin to see the movie through different perspectives as they face their own trials.
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