Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra
Samsung has introduced two new foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
The Fold 8 has a wider outer display and is designed for everyday use like a regular smartphone.
The Fold 8 Ultra is aimed at power users who need more productivity features.
Both phones have upgraded hardware, including better batteries and cameras.
They run on the latest Android 17 with Samsung's One UI 9 software and come with new AI features to help with writing, editing, and multitasking.
The Fold 8 has a 4,800mAh battery, while the Fold 8 Ultra has a 5,000mAh battery with faster charging.
The cameras on both phones have been improved, with the Fold 8 Ultra getting a better ultrawide camera.
Samsung is confident in its foldable technology and sees the market growing further with more companies entering the foldable smartphone space.
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra with advanced foldable technology.
The Fold 8 has a wider outer display and is designed for everyday use.
The Fold 8 Ultra is aimed at power users with productivity features.
Both phones feature upgraded hardware, including better batteries and cameras.
They run on Android 17 with Samsung's One UI 9 and new AI features.
- Who
- Samsung
- What
- Unveiled Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra
- When
- July 22, 2026
- Where
- Global
- Why
- To offer advanced foldable smartphone technology with improved features
Fold 8
Fold 8 Ultra
Display
Fold 8
5.5-inch outer display and 7.6-inch foldable inner display
Fold 8 Ultra
Retains traditional foldable design with hardware upgrades
Usage
Fold 8
Feels like a wider smartphone, better for typing and browsing
Fold 8 Ultra
Focuses on productivity and power user needs
Design
Fold 8
Wider form factor with 16:10 cover display and 4:3 inner screen
Fold 8 Ultra
Thinner when unfolded with Flex Titanium display structure
Battery
Fold 8
4,800mAh battery
Fold 8 Ultra
5,000mAh battery with 45W wired fast charging
Camera
Fold 8
Two 50MP rear cameras (primary and ultrawide) without telephoto
Fold 8 Ultra
Upgraded ultrawide camera to 50MP while retaining the main camera
- Release Date
- July 22, 2026
- Processor
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- Operating System
- Android 17 with One UI 9
- Bluetooth Version
- 6.0
- Battery Technology
- Silicon-carbon
- AI Features
- Improved writing assistance, image editing, productivity tools, and multitasking
- Preorder Dates
- July 30 - August 3, 2026
- Global Release Date
- August 7, 2026
