Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 places entertainment over productivity
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Samsung leaning the Fold 8 into entertainment over productivity says the near-term growth is in media consumption, not replacing laptops. If you're building for foldables, prioritize video, gaming, and casual use cases over complex multitasking workflows.
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