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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Mimics iPhone Duo Animation
10 Sep
Summary
- A Galaxy Z Fold 8 user recreated the iPhone Duo's animation.
- The animation uses hinge sensor data for a seamless screen transition.
- This feature is currently a demo and not system-wide.
A user has recreated the compelling screen transition animation from Apple's recently announced iPhone Duo on their Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8. This innovative animation, initially a highlight of iOS 27 for the new foldable iPhone, seamlessly dissolves and reappears wallpaper as the device is opened or closed.
The Android enthusiast leveraged the accurate hinge sensor on their Z Fold 8, explaining on Reddit that it was straightforward to use the sensor data to control the animation on both screens. This results in a visually striking effect where the moving screen half becomes semi-transparent, revealing the other side.
Currently, this feature exists only as a demo application, demonstrating how such an animation could function. The developer notes that full system-wide implementation would require Samsung's direct involvement. Despite its demo status, the hack has garnered significant praise from fellow foldable users for its ingenuity and swift creation.
Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo begin Friday, October 16, with prices starting at $1,999 / £1,999 / AU$3,499. Early feedback suggests the animation, while visually impressive, might become annoying with prolonged use and is best viewed head-on, raising questions about its real-world appeal.
