Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Release Date, Price, Specs, and Everything You Need to Know

Samsung will soon be launching one of the best foldable smartphones this year. And for the time being, the company is going to release a single book-style foldable; it is coming with two foldable smartphones with different display sizes: Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide. Here is all about what is confirmed, what is leaked, and what is still anticipated about Samsungs remarkable fold series. 

What is the Release Date for Samsung Z Fold 8? 

Samsung is going to unveil its two latest fold models during the Galaxy Unpacked event, which is expected on July 22, 2026, in London. Usually, the brand holds such events at Seoul, New York, or San Francisco venues. This data has been anticipated by many trusted sources.

Considering the usual pattern of Samsung, we can expect pre-booking for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 to open the same day after the announcement. Similarly, the sale will live in the month of August 2026.

Is It the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra? 

There is widespread confusion going on among Samsung fans about the official name of the successor to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7. Well, this time the brand is going to launch two new variants instead of one. The official successor of the previous Fold 7 is going to be called Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. In addition to this, a new wider version of the Fold series is also anticipated with a 4:3-style inner display, which is going to be called simply Galaxy Z Fold 8. 

For better understanding:

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is the tall, camera-focused flagship (Z Fold 7 successor).

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide is the new wide, tablet-like foldable smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: Price and Storage Options

As per the leaked information, Samsung will offer Fold 8 Ultra and Fold 8 in these variants and prices: 

Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Z Fold 8 Wide: What is the Actual Difference?

What is New in the Z Fold 8 Ultra? Key Spec Upgrades

Here is the complete specs of the new Samsung Z Fold 8 Ultra as per the leaks:

• Battery: Larger 5,000mAh battery

• Charging: Faster 45W wired charging

• Chipset: New Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

• Ultrawide Camera: Upgraded from 12MP to 50MP

• Display: New dual-layer Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) with reduced crease visibility

• Software: One UI 9 based on Android 17 with advanced Gemini AI features

• Design: Thinner and lighter despite the bigger battery.

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