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Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Flip 8
Samsung has introduced two new foldable smartphones: the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and the Galaxy Z Flip 8.
The Fold 8 Ultra is designed for productivity with a large 8-inch display, a powerful 200MP camera, and a big 5,000mAh battery.
It is the first foldable to get Samsung's Ultra branding.
The Flip 8, on the other hand, is all about portability and quick interactions.
It has a 6.9-inch display and a functional cover display that lets you do more without opening the phone.
Both phones come with advanced AI features tailored to their unique designs.
The Fold 8 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Flip 8 uses the Exynos 2600 processor.
They both support 5G and Wi-Fi 7.
Pre-orders for these phones start today in select markets, including India.
The prices have increased due to global supply-chain issues, but Samsung is offering financing options to make them more affordable.
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8, expanding its foldable smartphone lineup.
The Fold 8 Ultra features an 8-inch main display, a 200MP camera, and a 5,000mAh battery, targeting productivity.
The Flip 8 focuses on portability with a 6.9-inch main display and a functional cover display for quick interactions.
Both phones come with advanced AI features tailored to their unique designs and form factors.
Pre-orders for the Fold 8 Ultra and Flip 8 start today in select markets, including India, with financing options available.
- Who
- Samsung
- What
- Unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8
- Where
- Select markets, including India
- When
- Pre-orders start today
- Why
- To expand its foldable smartphone lineup with advanced features and different form factors
Productivity Focus
Portability and Self-Expression
Design Philosophy
Productivity Focus
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra emphasizes maximum screen space and productivity with an 8-inch main display and advanced multitasking features.
Portability and Self-Expression
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 focuses on portability, self-expression, and quick interactions with a 6.9-inch main display and a functional cover display.
Camera System
Productivity Focus
The Fold 8 Ultra features a triple rear camera setup with a 200MP wide camera, 50MP ultra-wide, and 10MP telephoto, emphasizing advanced photography and videography.
Portability and Self-Expression
The Flip 8 has a dual rear camera system with a 50MP primary camera and 12MP ultra-wide, leveraging the Flip form factor for unique camera features like Flex Mode and FlipShot.
Performance and Battery
Productivity Focus
The Fold 8 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 5,000mAh battery, and supports 45W wired charging, catering to high-performance needs.
Portability and Self-Expression
The Flip 8 uses the Exynos 2600 processor, a 4,300mAh battery, and supports 25W wired charging, focusing on efficient performance for quick tasks.
Key facts
- Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
- 8-inch main display, 200MP camera, 5,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 215 grams
- Galaxy Z Flip 8
- 6.9-inch main display, 50MP camera, 4,300mAh battery, Exynos 2600, 180 grams
- Availability
- Pre-orders start today in select markets, including India
- Colors
- Fold 8 Ultra: Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow, Green Shadow (online exclusive); Flip 8: Graphite, Cream, Pink, Mint (online exclusive)
- Operating System
- Android 17 with One UI 9
- Connectivity
- 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0 (Fold 8 Ultra), 5G, Wi-Fi 7 (Flip 8)
- Pricing
- Fold 8 Ultra: ₹1,99,999 - ₹2,59,999; Fold 8: ₹1,79,999 - ₹2,39,999; Flip 8: ₹1,24,999 - ₹1,44,999
- Pre-Order Offers
- Upgrade benefits and cashback offers, up to 30 months of no-cost EMI
Timeline
Samsung teases July 22 event with new foldables, watches.
Specs revealed: Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8 incoming.
Event set for London, July 22, 2026; Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8 to launch.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Z Flip 8.
Quotes
Sunghoon Moon
Samsung executive vice-president and R&D senior executive
“In my 20 years or so working in this industry, this recent spike in price, not just memory but raw materials overall, is an unprecedented situation that I never experienced before.”
livemint.com
“We have decreased the price of Fold 8, because the per-month EMI (equated monthly installment) is reduced by ₹1,000 with a 30-month financing plan.”
livemint.com
Sources
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Launched In India: Price, Specifications, More
Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8, Flip 8 launched: Here is how much it costs in India with discounts
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