If your pockets have been crying out for a phone that doesn't feel like a brick, Samsung has once again answered the call with the Galaxy Z Flip8. The eighth-generation clamshell is seriously refined, svelte, and slick - arguably the most practical folding phone you can buy, even if it lacks a tablet-sized screen or the fashionable new passport shape everyone's talking about.

Like almost every other phone this year, the Z Flip8 offers tiny improvements over its predecessor and costs $100 more. So if you're wondering whether it's worth updating from last year's Z Flip7, the answer is a resounding no. The Flip8 is a teeny bit lighter and slimmer with a newer processor, and that's about it. But if you're looking to dip a toe in folding-phone waters or just want something small, the Z Flip8 should be in the conversation.

Everyone is excited about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8's sexy new form factor, but Samsung continues to iterate on the flip phone format for folks who prize compact devices. The Z Flip8 shaves off 0.02 inches (0.55 millimeters) and a third of an ounce (8 grams) compared to its predecessor, making it the slimmest and lightest option in this category. The improved hinge makes the crease slightly less noticeable and a little easier to open. I still found it a bit tricky to open one-handed, but you get the knack after a while. The new hinge is also supposed to be more durable.