Samsung’s Mont Flex: The Future of Foldable Displays
Why the Name “Mont”?
In French, Mont means “mountain,” symbolising Samsung’s ambition to reach the pinnacle of foldable technology. Each letter also represents a core advantage:
- M – Mechanical durability that guarantees exceptional folding performance.
- O – Opto‑mechanical flatness, producing a vivid screen with almost no visible crease.
- N – Narrow bezels, maximising usable display area.
- T – Thin and lightweight construction, improving portability.
Mont Flex vs. The Galaxy Z Fold 7
Samsung’s latest panel is significantly lighter and thinner than its predecessor while also undergoing rigorous durability testing:
- Supports 500,000 folds – roughly 130 folds each day for a full decade.
- Reduces panel thickness, allowing future devices to rival conventional smartphones in weight.
- Delivers minimal creases, addressing one of users’ biggest concerns about foldable screens.
- Compact bezels expose more screen real estate without adding bulk.
What This Means for Consumers
Samsung’s commitment to the foldable shape signals a future where:
- Durability is guaranteed, reducing repair worries.
- Display clarity stays uncompromised during folds.
- Device dimensions shrink to levels familiar to today’s non‑folding phones.
- Price points gradually fall as production scales and technologies mature.
Upcoming Announcements
Samsung will debut the new Mont Flex OLED panels at the K‑Display 2025 trade show (August 7‑9). While a production date hasn’t been confirmed, the show suggests the panels could appear in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8, slated for a July 2026 launch.
Other industry moves include Google’s rumored Pixel 10 foldable preview on August 20, and speculation about an iPhone Fold in 2026, underscoring a clear trend toward more affordable and robust foldable devices.
