Samsung has expanded its foldable smartphone portfolio with the introduction of the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8, marking the company’s most comprehensive Galaxy Z lineup to date. Announced during Galaxy Unpacked, the new devices continue Samsung’s foldable development after seven generations, introducing updated designs, enhanced camera systems, and new Galaxy AI experiences tailored to everyday use.
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The three-device lineup offers different approaches to foldable technology, giving users options centered on productivity, entertainment, and personal expression. Samsung says the latest generation combines refined hardware with AI-powered features designed to support work, content creation, browsing, and communication throughout the day.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads the new lineup as Samsung’s most advanced foldable smartphone. The redesigned device introduces a thinner profile while continuing the large book style format that transforms from smartphone to tablet. Samsung pairs updated hardware with enhanced Galaxy AI experiences intended for multitasking, content creation, productivity, and communication throughout the day.
The Fold8 Ultra features upgraded camera technology alongside AI powered editing and productivity tools. Samsung positions the device as its flagship foldable for users who frequently work across multiple applications, create content, or rely on larger displays without carrying additional hardware. The device starts at $2,099.99.
Galaxy Z Fold8
The Galaxy Z Fold8 refines Samsung’s established foldable formula through a redesigned form factor and upgraded camera system while maintaining the productivity focused experience that defines the Fold series. Samsung continues to improve the balance between the exterior display and the larger internal screen, creating a device intended for work, browsing, streaming, and everyday multitasking.
Galaxy AI supports document management, communication, search, and creative workflows directly on the Fold8’s larger display. Samsung positions the device as a versatile option for users who want the benefits of a foldable without stepping into the Ultra tier. The Galaxy Z Fold8 starts at $1,899.99.
Galaxy Z Flip8
Samsung continues its compact foldable approach with the Galaxy Z Flip8. The latest Flip receives updated hardware, improved cameras, and expanded Galaxy AI experiences while maintaining the familiar clamshell design that has become one of Samsung’s signature products.
The Flip8 focuses on portability, photography, and everyday convenience. Voice powered Galaxy AI features, camera improvements, and flexible folding modes support content creation, communication, and daily tasks in a compact form factor. Samsung prices the Galaxy Z Flip8 from $1,199.99.
Galaxy Watch Ultra2
Samsung describes the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 as its most advanced smartwatch to date, designed for demanding outdoor activities and high performance training. According to Samsung, the watch combines the Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform with the largest battery and brightest display ever offered in a Galaxy Watch. It also introduces AI powered health intelligence that translates biometric information into personalized recommendations.
The Watch Ultra2 includes dedicated Trail Run tracking with elevation analysis, climbing progress, terrain impact measurements, and hydration guidance through Nutrition Alert. It also supports professional diving with automatic depth and water temperature tracking, features an 800 mAh battery, a 5,000 nit display, and a titanium case that is 12 percent thinner than the previous generation. Samsung prices the Galaxy Watch Ultra2 at $699.99.
Galaxy Watch9
The Galaxy Watch9 targets everyday wellness through continuous health monitoring, sleep tracking, activity analysis, and AI powered recommendations. Samsung equips the watch with the Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform, a lightweight aluminum case, interchangeable bands, and a display reaching 3,000 nits for improved visibility in different lighting conditions.
Across both new watches, Samsung introduces AI driven features including Sleep Apnea detection, Vitals monitoring, Heart Health Score, Daily Cardio Load, Fitness Index, and Hearing protection tools. These features build personalized health guidance from continuous biometric data collected throughout the day and night. Galaxy Watch9 starts at $379.99 for the Bluetooth model and $429.99 for the LTE version.
i am a samsung user, but this hits too close to Motorola Razr. Also i think we are very much at time where we are to see a foldable Apple phone, there is no more doubt about it.
Full on bricks with no design . Samsung needs to higher some designers 🤣