The lineup also includes Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, which brings Galaxy’s renowned Ultra standard to foldables with maximum productivity and content creation in a larger workspace. Galaxy Z Flip8 — the sleekest one yet — was built for expression and quick interaction on the go. Built on seven generations of foldable innovation and consumer insight, the new Galaxy Z series gives users more choice than ever, with three distinct experiences engineered to fit different needs.

Galaxy AI has been optimised for each of these form factors. Across the lineup, every insight feels more actionable and every action feels more connected. Multitasking is easier on the larger screens of Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, while Galaxy Z Flip8’s AI-native FlexWindow keeps relevant information and shortcuts within reach. And with partner artificial intelligence (AI) experiences such as Gemini Intelligence[1], Galaxy gives users even more ways to get things done in fewer steps — with transparency, privacy and user control built in.

“As AI becomes more agentic, mobile devices will become the most personal entry point to experiences that understand and adapt to each user,” said TM Roh, Chief Executive Officer, President and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. “By setting a new standard for foldables, we are once again advancing the premium mobile experience and opening the next era of intelligence to more people.”

The All-New Galaxy Z Fold8: A New Galaxy Fold Experience for Everyday Immersion

Galaxy Z Fold8 is reimagined for users who want a foldable that feels natural in the moments when curiosity turns into deeper discovery. Galaxy Z Fold8 introduces a form factor designed to move easily from quick interactions on the cover screen to deeper viewing, reading and gaming on the main display. With intuitive display ratios and long-lasting performance, Galaxy Z Fold8 makes it easier to get the most out of the content, stories and ideas that matter.

Built for Discovery

Galaxy Z Fold8’s display ratios are designed around the way people naturally consume content throughout the day. By adapting the screen to the content, Galaxy Z Fold8 creates a more immersive experience whether users are browsing, watching, reading or gaming. At just 201 g,[2] Galaxy Fold8 is Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet.[3] Despite its lightweight design, it combines the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy[4] with a larger 4,800mAh battery[5], delivering smooth, responsive performance and lasting power so users can stay immersed longer.

• When folded, the 10:16 cover screen5 feels familiar and comfortable for the short moments people return to most often, such as messaging, social updates, browsing and short-form video.
• When unfolded, the 4:3 main display[6] creates a larger canvas that helps users lose themselves in games and films.
• When rotated, the same display ratio becomes naturally suited to reading, giving users a more comfortable way to settle into articles, e-books and long-form content without carrying another device.
• Together, these display ratios are designed around the way people naturally consume content, helping Galaxy Z Fold8 feel more immersive whether users are quickly checking in or settling in for longer sessions.

A Display Engineered from the Inside Out

Across the new Galaxy Z series, Samsung’s display engineering expertise serves as the foundation for a more refined foldable experience, supporting slimmer designs, greater durability and more seamless viewing.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 open a new chapter in foldables with three distinct experiences designed for Ultra productivity, immersive discovery and self-expression.

• Samsung’s new Flex Titanium technology introduces a titanium-based display structure designed to help make foldables thinner while maintaining durability. Combining a titanium-alloy film with an enhanced titanium plate, Flex Titanium helps strengthen display support, absorb pressure and impact, and reduce crease visibility over time. This structure also refines the way the device opens, balancing hinge mechanics, display tension and magnetic force to make unfolding feel smoother, lighter and more natural.[7]
• With up to 3,000 nits of brightness, Vision Booster and a low-reflection display finish, the main screen stays vivid and easy to see even in outdoor settings.

A Clear and Versatile Camera Experience

Galaxy Z Fold8 is designed to help users capture and share the moments that catch their attention. Whether it’s a sweeping landscape, a group shot or a spontaneous moment on the move, Galaxy Z Fold8 makes everyday photography and video feel easier to capture, edit and share.

Galaxy Z Fold8’s dual 50 MP cameras deliver consistent high-resolution detail across wide and ultra-wide perspectives.

Galaxy Z Fold8’s dual 50 MP cameras deliver consistent high-resolution detail across wide and ultra-wide perspectives.

• Dual 50 MP cameras deliver consistent high-resolution detail across wide and ultra-wide perspectives, helping preserve image quality across different scenes and shooting conditions.[8]
• Dual Recording lets users capture both sides of the moment while previewing themselves through the cover screen, making reactions and shared experiences easier to frame.
• My FanCam[9] automatically tracks a selected subject and reframes footage into a preferred aspect ratio, turning dynamic scenes into social-ready videos with less manual editing.

My FanCam automatically tracks a selected subject and reframes footage into a preferred aspect ratio, turning dynamic scenes into social-ready videos with less manual editing.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Ultra Foldable Built for Maximum Productivity

Ultra represents Galaxy’s highest standard for performance, capability and innovation. With Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, that standard meets Samsung’s most advanced foldable design. Its expansive 8-inch main display[10] opens up a productive workspace for multitasking, while its advanced camera system and long-lasting battery help users create throughout the day. All of this comes in Galaxy’s slimmest Z Fold design yet — measuring just 4.1 mm when unfolded and weighs 215 g,1 it pushes the standard for productivity on the go.

Professional-Grade Creativity with an Ultra-Level Camera System

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is built to give creators more freedom from capture to edit, with an Ultra-level camera system and creative tools that make high-quality content easier to produce from one device.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is built to give creators more freedom from capture to edit, with an Ultra-level camera system and creative tools that make high-quality content easier to produce from one device.

• The 200 MP main camera system captures rich, detailed photos with greater clarity, and is now enhanced with High Dynamic Range (HDR) capability in 200 MP mode for more true-to-life images7.
• A new 50 MP ultra-wide camera brings greater detail and clarity to wider scenes and macro shots, giving users more flexibility when capturing landscapes, interiors, group shots and close-up details.
• Improved Nightography7 helps photos and videos look brighter and clearer in low light, so users can capture standout moments even in challenging lighting conditions.
• For advanced creators, 8K video recording through the new APV codec gives users greater flexibility and quality for editing and production workflows, while Cine LUT adds cinematic colour and tone control directly from a mobile device.

Power, Battery and Cooling Built for All-Day Productivity

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is engineered to stay fast, responsive and reliable through the most demanding workloads, from heavier multitasking and content creation to AI-powered workflows.

• With Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy3 at its core, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra delivers the performance users need to switch between apps, work across a larger screen and keep demanding tasks moving smoothly.
• A larger 5,000 mAh battery[11] helps users stay productive for longer,[12] supporting a full day of work, creation and entertainment in a slimmer foldable design.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra’s larger 5,000 mAh battery helps users stay productive for longer, supporting a full day of work, creation and entertainment in a slimmer foldable design.

• Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra introduces a new dual-path charging architecture with 45 W fast charging, helping distribute power more efficiently across the battery system for faster, more stable and reliable charging throughout the day.
• Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra uses an expanded graphite cooling structure engineered for improved thermal conductivity, helping dissipate heat more effectively and keep the device responsive during demanding tasks[13].

Galaxy Z Flip8: Samsung’s Sleekest, Most Expressive AI-Native Flip Experience

Galaxy Z Flip8 is built for users who want their phone to feel as dynamic as they are. Designed around quick interactions, personal expression and AI-native experiences, Galaxy Z Flip8 brings the power of Galaxy AI closer to everyday moments through a reimagined FlexWindow and uniquely flexible Flip form factor. Weighing just 180 g1 and with a thickness of only 6.1 mm, Samsung’s slimmest and lightest Flip brings information, actions and creativity closer to everyday moments.

A Smarter, More Intuitive FlexWindow Experience

Galaxy Z Flip8 reimagines the FlexWindow as an AI-native everyday interface, bringing information, actions and assistance closer to the moments when users need them most.

The Galaxy Z Flip8’s new FlexWindow displays insights and next steps through Now Brief, helping users move from glanceable information to action at the right moment.

• The new FlexWindow brings apps, insights and actions directly to the cover screen, helping users access information, AI-powered features and connected tasks in fewer steps.
• Now Brief[14] on FlexWindow home brings timely insights and next steps, helping users move from glanceable information to action at the right moment.
• Galaxy Z Flip8 also makes automation[15] through Gemini Intelligence easier to access from the FlexWindow,10 allowing users to complete connected actions through side-key activation or natural voice requests.

FlexCam Unlocks a More Expressive Flip Selfie Experience

Galaxy Z Flip8 enhances Samsung’s signature Flip camera experience, turning everyday moments into more expressive content through flexible shooting angles, real-time previews and Flip-only creative experiences. From hands-free shooting and real-time preview to cover-screen selfie videos and Flip-only mirror selfies, Galaxy Z Flip8 helps users create, check and share polished moments without setting up extra equipment.

From hands-free shooting and real-time preview to cover-screen selfie videos and Flip-only mirror selfies, Galaxy Z Flip8 helps users create, check and share polished moments without setting up extra equipment.

• A 50 MP camera with ProVisual Engine delivers Galaxy Z Flip’s most advanced selfie experience, helping users capture detailed portraits and everyday shots with natural skin tones, dynamic bokeh effects and standout detail.[16]
• Flex Mode makes hands-free shooting easy from a wide range of angles, while Camcorder Grip with Zoom Rocker provides a more comfortable, stable hold when capturing dynamic shots on the move[17].
• Super Steady — now with a Horizontal Lock option — helps keep footage smooth and consistently framed, whether filming action-filled moments or on-the-go selfie videos[18].
• FlipShot lets users personalise the FlexWindow and capture more expressive mirror selfies, while Mirror view gives users a realistic mirror-like view for quick look checks before taking a photo or heading out[19].

A New Class of Agentic Experiences Optimised for Foldables

As the most personal device people carry, the phone has become the primary entry point where AI meets users — and the new Galaxy Z series sets the tone for the next generation of Samsung’s mobile AI experiences. Galaxy AI now works across more apps and services, with experiences optimised for foldable form factors. By understanding what matters to each user and helping turn insights into action, Galaxy AI becomes more personal, proactive and useful throughout the day.

• Now Brief helps users stay informed with personalised insights tailored to their routines, interests and daily needs through expanded scenarios, customisable briefing cards and personalised recommendations. It now also surfaces security and privacy insights, helping users stay on top of potential risks and protective actions.
• Now Nudge[20] helps turn insights into action. When plans begin to take shape in a conversation, AI can surface relevant next steps such as checking a schedule, finding a place or saving a location. On foldables, users can continue the conversation side by side on larger displays.
• Gemini Intelligence[21] helps users move from request to result with fewer steps. Users can simply describe what they need or even add screen or image context. App automation can now work across 40+ supported apps and services, with capabilities ranging from looking up tickets to finding a nearby restaurant and making a reservation. With Gemini Notebook, users can bring together notes, images, recordings, files and documents in one persistent workspace to collect, organise and develop their ideas. Drag-and-drop support in Split view makes the workflow even more intuitive, allowing users to easily add multiple files and images and turn their content into audio overviews, infographics, reports, meeting recaps, visual summaries, documents and more.
• AI experiences become more connected and contextual when the new Galaxy Z series is connected with Galaxy Watch Ultra2, Galaxy Watch9 series and even upcoming Intelligent Eyewear. From wellness insights to daily routines and connected actions, Galaxy AI helps users move more seamlessly between devices with timely personalised support throughout the day.

Together, these experiences show how Galaxy AI is becoming a more capable and proactive companion, helping users accomplish more with less effort. Across the lineup, foldable form factors make these experiences easier to access throughout the day.

Security and Privacy Built Into the Experience

As AI becomes more personal and agentic, trust continues to be a critical foundation of the experience. Users need to know how their data is used, understand what AI is doing on their behalf and stay in control of the choices that shape their experience. With the new Galaxy Z series, Samsung builds that trust into the device from the start, helping users keep personal data secure while giving them transparency, choice and control over how their information is used.

Samsung Knox protects every Galaxy device from the chip up, with a multi-layered approach that includes on-device personalisation and user-controlled cloud processing, as well as future-ready protections such as ecosystem-wide protection through Samsung Knox Matrix. For on-device AI, Personal Data Engine (PDE) enables context-aware, personalised AI experiences. To protect PDE, Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP) creates encrypted, app-specific storage environments, while Knox Vault adds a tamper-resistant physical layer for sensitive information[22]. These system-level protections work together with Advanced Intelligence settings and Personal Data Intelligence to help users control how AI features manage and use personal data.

One UI 9.0 also introduces a new AI Assistant Activity dashboard, giving users a centralised view of AI automations running on their behalf. Instead of moving across multiple apps and services to understand what happened, users can review AI actions in one place and navigate directly to the relevant agent[23] for additional context and settings. The Z8 series also brings enhanced Privacy Alerts that proactively notify users about potential privacy risks, including unnecessary attempts to access background permissions, helping them respond before those risks become invisible.

These updates build on Galaxy’s existing security and privacy portfolio which includes Auto Blocker, Theft Protection, Private Sharing, Secure Wi-Fi and more. Together, these advancements help users take a more active role in managing personal data and AI activities, with transparency, clearer choices and stronger protections at the core of their experience — helping ensure that more personal AI experiences remain grounded in trust.

Getting Started with the New Galaxy Z Series

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 are available for pre-order in select markets starting today.  All models are available in Graphite and Cream, with Violet Shadow exclusive to Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Lavender to Galaxy Z Fold8 and Pink to Galaxy Z Flip8. Colours[24] [25] available online only include Green Shadow for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Pistachio for Galaxy Z Fold8 and Mint for Galaxy Z Flip8.

The new Galaxy Z series will bring the benefits of advanced AI closer to users’ daily lives by providing a 6-month free trial of Google AI Pro[26], including 5 TB of cloud storage — equivalent to $19.99 per month. With the expanded access to Google’s most capable AI models, users can boost their productivity and creativity on the foldable screen anytime they want.

Switching to Galaxy is now easier than ever, thanks to a more seamless migration experience across a wider range of devices[27]. With the updated Smart Switch, iOS users can scan a QR code on their current devices and wirelessly transfer data without downloading additional apps. Smart Switch can also bring over additional types of data including password and passkeys, call history, accessibility settings, eSIM data and more, helping reduce the time needed to set up a new device.  And with Quick Share’s new compatibility with AirDrop[28], sharing files between iOS and Galaxy devices is now seamless in both directions.

Switching to Galaxy is now easier than ever with the updated Smart Switch, allowing iOS users to scan a QR code and wirelessly transfer data without additional apps.

To give users peace of mind after upgrading, Samsung Care+[29] offers comprehensive protection with fast repairs for accidental damage, extended warranty coverage and certified expert support at home and abroad, making it easier to stay covered wherever life takes them. Customers who purchase a new Galaxy foldable on Samsung.com and enroll in a monthly Samsung Care+ plan can save up to 25% on their monthly premiums[30]. With One UI 9, the new Warranty and care settings hub also makes it easy to enroll in, access and manage Samsung Care+, alongside warranty information, self-diagnostics, repair requests and remote support — all from one convenient place on the device.

The Galaxy Z8 series is available for pre-order from 22 July to 12 August 2026, at these recommended retail prices[31];

Galaxy Fold8 Ultra 1TB – R60,999

Galaxy Fold8 Ultra 512TB – R50,999

Galaxy Fold8 512GB – R45,999

Galaxy Fold8 256GB – R40,999

Galaxy Flip8 256GB – R26,999

Pre-order now and get free accessories worth up to R1,500[32], free Samsung SOS+ access for 12 months[33], as well as six months of Google AI Pro for free (worth over R2,500)[34]

Specifications

[1] Google Gemini is provided by Google LLC. Service availability, supported functions, and accuracy may vary by country, language, device model, and OS/One UI version. Users must be 18 or older. Some functions may require additional app settings and features, or results may vary by subscription.

[2] Weight may vary by country or region.

[3] Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.

[4] Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.

[5] Typical value tested under third-party laboratory conditions. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4660mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors

[6] Aspect ratios shown are approximate, based on representative model values.

[7] Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.

[8] Results may vary depending on lighting conditions and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

[9] My FanCam feature requires a Samsung Account login. Availability may vary by video. Not supported if there is no subject to track. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[10] Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra’s Cover Screen size is 6.5” in the full rectangle and 6.5” accounting for the rounded corners. The Main Screen size is 8.0” in the full rectangle and 8.0” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.

[11] Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4854 mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra.

[12] Based on Samsung internal lab test conditions with pre-release version of given model connected to earphone via Bluetooth under default settings over LTE. Estimated against battery capacity and measured current over battery power consumption during video playback (video file resolution 720p, saved on device) on the main screen. Actual video playback time may vary by network connection, settings, video file format, screen brightness, battery condition and many other factors.

[13] Results may vary based on usage.

[14] Now Brief feature requires Samsung Account login. Available functions and features may vary by country, region, language, device model and apps. Some features may require a network connection. Customised briefing content provided is based only on the personal information to which the user has consented. Accuracy of generated results is not guaranteed.

[15] Automation feature is available in U.S and Korea, and supports English (U.S) and Korean. Supported language and region will be expanded further within this year. Availability may vary by country, region and language.

[16] Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects. AI Bokeh effect is available only in Portrait mode. AI Bokeh photos are currently available at 12MP resolution.

[17] Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.

[18] Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.

[19] Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.

[20] Now Nudge feature requires a Samsung Account login. Available functions and features may vary by country, region and language. Text message prompts available with Samsung Messages and certain third-party messaging apps including Google Messages, Google Chat. Split view supported apps may vary. Share photos in Now Nudge works by analysing available image content. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

[21] Google Gemini is provided by Google LLC. Service availability, supported functions, and accuracy may vary by country, language, device model, and OS/One UI version. Users must be 18 or older. Some functions may require additional app settings and features, or results may vary by subscription.

[22] Personal Data Engine (PDE) functions under the condition that the Personal Data Intelligence menu is on. Analysed data will be deleted once the Personal Data Intelligence menu is turned off. PDE recognises select languages and certain accents/dialects, including but not limited to Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, and Vietnamese. PDE currently analyses Samsung native applications and supported app notifications. KEEP is available on Galaxy smartphones and tablets with One UI 8 or later.

^[23] AI Assistant Activity provides visibility into eligible agent activities. Availability of agents and activities may vary by market, model and OS version.

[24] Exclusively available on Samsung.com.

[25] Colour availability may vary depending on country or carrier.

[26] Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Terms apply. By subscribing, you agree to terms for Google One, AI Credits and offers. Offer ends Aug 1, 2027 at 11:59pm PT. Only available for ages 18+. Unless canceled earlier, Google One will charge $19.99/mo after the trial ends. Cancel anytime. Return of purchased device may result in cancellation of subscription. See full terms at https://one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/samsung-flipfold8-6month-trial

[27] Wired transfers from Android devices require the receiving device to have Android 6.0 or later and the sending device to have Android 6.0 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android 6.0 or later and the sending device must have Android 6.0 or later.  Open Smart Switch Mobile in “Settings” on the receiving Galaxy device or download the Smart Switch Mobile app from the Galaxy Store. Data, content and apps available for transfer may vary by transmission method. Wired transfers from iOS require the receiving device to have Android 17 or later and One UI 9 or later, and the sending device to have iOS 26.6 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android 17 or later and the sending device must have iOS 26.6 or later. Availability of eSIM transfer may vary by carrier. A detailed list of available carriers can be found at https://samsung.com/esim-support.

[28] Quick Share feature between Galaxy devices available with the following OS: smartphones and tablets with Android OS version 10.0 (Q) and One UI 2.1 or above, Galaxy Books released in 2020 or later. Requires Samsung Account and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection. To share with Apple devices, a Galaxy device with Quick Share app version 13.8.51.27 or later and Google Play services version 26.11.xx or later is required. As of July 2026, “Share with Apple devices” is supported on Galaxy S26 series, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 and will be expanded to select flagship models in the future. Galaxy S26 series requires a software update. Availability subject to change. Compatibility supported only by Google. Must be within Bluetooth distance. AirDrop® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. Your phone may temporarily disconnect from Wi-Fi networks when searching for or sharing with iOS devices. Your phone may temporarily disconnect from Wi-Fi networks when searching for or sharing with Apple devices.

[29] Terms and conditions apply. Samsung Care+ coverage, service type and promotion details may vary by country/region and a deductible (service fee) may apply. To be eligible for Samsung Care+ promotion benefits, registration may be required. For detailed Samsung Care+ information, please visit https://www.samsung.com/samsung-care-plus/. Care at home & abroad: When in need of Samsung Care+ services during your travel, contact the visiting country/region’s local customer services center in advance for Samsung Care+ availability.

[30] Terms and Conditions Apply.

[31] Recommended retail prices only. Prices may vary per retailer.

[32] Terms and Conditions Apply.

[33] Terms and Conditions Apply.

[34] Terms and Conditions Apply. Redeem via Google.

Whether it’s a concert clip, a family celebration, a rare moment, or an important work document, people expect their technology to help them capture, create, and share without limitations. Yet for years, one of the biggest frustrations facing smartphone users has been the divide between mobile ecosystems. Sharing high-quality content between Android and iOS devices has often meant relying on third-party applications, compressed files, reduced image quality, or unnecessary extra steps.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 is helping to change that. By combining powerful camera[1] innovation with seamless content sharing capabilities, Samsung is delivering an experience that puts the consumer first. The result is a smartphone experience that allows users to create stunning, stable content and share it instantly across platforms without compromising quality.

Available on the Galaxy S26, Super Steady Video[2] with Horizontal Lock brings advanced video stabilisation technology to more users than ever before. Powered by intelligent artificial intelligence (AI) processing and enhanced by the ultra-wide camera lens[3], Super Steady Video helps minimise unwanted motion and shake, allowing users to capture remarkably smooth footage even while moving through dynamic environments.

Whether you’re dancing at a weekend groove, recording a live performance at a concert, capturing action on a hiking trail, or documenting a family gathering, the feature works behind the scenes to deliver videos that feel polished, professional, and cinematic[4].

Horizontal Lock helps keep footage level and visually balanced throughout recording. By maintaining a straight horizon, users can create cleaner, more professional-looking videos without needing extensive editing afterwards. Together, these features ensure that every memory, every story, and every piece of content looks its absolute best.[5]

Creating beautiful content is important. Sharing it should be just as effortless. Today’s social circles are diverse. Families, friends, colleagues, and collaborators don’t all use the same devices. One person might use Android while another prefers iOS. Yet the moments they share belong to everyone.

@itsprincemarko Samsung S26+ New Upgrades and Features #GalaxyS26 #TeamGalaxy #QuickShare #AirDrop #Samsung @Samsung South Africa ♬ original sound – Prince Marko

That’s why Samsung has embraced a more connected approach to sharing. With AirDrop compatibility available on the Galaxy S26, users can transfer photos, videos, and documents directly to nearby Apple devices quickly and conveniently, helping remove barriers between ecosystems[6].

@mackie7000_Just something to think about♬ original sound – MackieTv

Imagine capturing well-stabilised footage at a music festival using Super Steady Video and Horizontal Lock. Moments later, you can share the original high-quality video directly with your friend using an iPhone sitting next to you. No messaging applications or complications.

For content creators, quality is everything. Every frame, every colour, every movement contributes to the final story. Creators invest significant effort into ensuring their content looks polished and professional, making it frustrating when sharing platforms or file transfers compromise the quality of their work.

With the Galaxy S26, creators can confidently record smooth footage using Samsung’s advanced camera technology¹ and then share it instantly while preserving the quality they worked so hard to achieve.

The benefits extend far beyond social media and lifestyle content. Modern professionals regularly collaborate across different devices and operating systems. Teams exchange presentations, contracts, spreadsheets, images, videos, and project files every day. By making cross-platform sharing easier, Samsung is helping streamline productivity for working professionals who need information to move quickly between Android and iOS devices.

The Galaxy S26 demonstrates Samsung’s vision for a more connected mobile experience by combining intelligent camera innovation with seamless sharing capabilities. Because the best content deserves to be shared, and the best experiences shouldn’t depend on what smartphone everyone else is carrying.

[1] 50 MP Wide Camera, 10MP Telephoto Camera, 12MP Front Camera, 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera

[2] Super Steady results may vary depending on editing method and/or shooting conditions.

[3] MP Ultra-Wide Camera

[4] Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

[5] Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

[6] Quick Share feature between Galaxy and Apple devices subject to change without notice and provided by Google.; requires a Galaxy device with Quick Share app version 13.8.51.27 or later and Google Play services version 26.11.xx or later. As of March 2026, “Share with Apple devices” is supported only on Galaxy S26 Series and will be expanded to select flagship models in the future. Quick Share feature between Galaxy devices available with the following OS: smartphones and tablets with Android OS version 10.0 (Q) and One UI 2.1 or above, Galaxy Books released in 2020 or later. Quick Share requires Samsung Account and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection.

“Samsung’s strength in the foldable category comes from connecting user needs with our technologies that deliver tangible benefits in everyday life,” said Sunghoon Moon, EVP and Senior Executive, Mobile R&D Office – H/W, Samsung Electronics. “For the next generation of Galaxy foldables, Samsung is building on years of expertise to bring display innovations into devices that enhance user experiences, anchored by exceptional viewing experiences.”

Building on Years of Foldable Experience

Samsung has played a leading role in advancing mobile display innovation and bringing it to consumers at scale through mobile devices. This legacy includes the widespread adoption of AMOLED displays in 2007 and the evolution of displays into flexible form factors.

Innovative technologies can only reach their full potential and provide meaningful user experiences through continuous refinement in real-world conditions and the foldable category is no exception. Across seven generations of Galaxy foldables, Samsung has listened closely to consumer feedback. This has given the company a deep understanding of what users expect from the category: a larger, more immersive viewing experience with less visible crease — without compromising durability or portability.

To meet these expectations, Samsung had to rethink how foldable displays are constructed by bringing together breakthroughs in technology, materials and mechanical engineering. The result is the latest milestone in foldable display innovation: Flex Titanium technology. By successfully integrating display innovation with device engineering, Samsung will continue to shape the direction of the mobile industry and deliver standout user experiences.

Flex Titanium: Next-Level Viewing

To create a display that provides an immersive viewing experience while maintaining its ability to withstand everyday use, Samsung took a new approach to structural design. This required a material strong enough to withstand external shock, flexible enough to endure repeated folding and thin enough to fit within a refined device structure. Balancing all three factors was essential to advancing foldable displays — and titanium offered the right mix.

Known for its resilience and strength, titanium has been used in some of the most demanding applications, including satellite antennas and the wheels of a Mars rover. While its strength makes titanium a dependable material, it also presents significant engineering challenges when applied to the thin and flexible structure of a foldable display due to its stiffness. Drawing on its expertise, Samsung has integrated titanium into two key components: a titanium-alloy film and a titanium plate.

The titanium-alloy film is a component that supports the display from within, sitting below the OLED panel. Compared with polymer film, it provides 20 times greater mechanical stiffness. A precision rolling process makes the material exceptionally thin — measuring roughly one-third the thickness of an average human hair — enabling a slimmer display panel.

Below this sits a robust titanium plate, a flexible structure that supports the display module from beneath. It allows tighter bonding with the display module by eliminating air gaps between the module and the adhesive on the plate through advanced hole processing technology. This new structure provides more stable support underneath the display when unfolded while retaining the flexibility needed to accommodate repeated folding.

Furthermore, by integrating a high-resolution architecture and next-generation organic materials, the new display delivers ultra-vivid display resolution while reducing power consumption — delivering a dramatic boost in overall power efficiency.

“By introducing sophisticated micro-patterned holes to the folding section of the titanium plate, we have successfully secured flexibility with robust durability,” said Kyung-Jin Yoo, EVP and Head of Mobile Display Product Development Team, Samsung Display. “Combining high-resolution display architecture with new organic materials that maximize power efficiency, we will further strengthen the competitiveness of next-generation Galaxy foldable devices.”

Together, these advancements enable a strong foldable display that maximizes content immersion on a seamless screen and reduces crease visibility — all while keeping it slim. By balancing strength, flexibility and structural stability, Samsung continues to set the bar for foldable displays.

The new Flex Titanium technology will debut with Samsung’s next-generation Galaxy foldable devices. Further details will be unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked.

Samsung South Africa has announced the launch of its new Mini LED M70H and Mini LED M80H televisions, expanding its premium TV^[1] portfolio with powerful new viewing experiences fit for the modern connected home. Combining stunning Mini LED picture quality with Samsung’s latest Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven innovations, the new range represents the next step in the company’s vision for more intelligent, personalised and immersive entertainment.

With 20 years Global No.1 TV^[2], Samsung continues to redefine how people experience content at home. The arrival of the Mini LED M70H and Mini LED M80H reinforces this commitment, bringing cutting-edge display technology and advanced AI capabilities to local consumers while laying the foundation for Samsung’s next chapter in television.

Premium Entertainment Powered by Mini LED Technology

The new range delivers exceptional picture performance through Samsung’s advanced Mini LED technology, which uses significantly smaller^[3] LEDs to achieve greater control over brightness and contrast. The result is deeper blacks, brighter highlights, improved detail and enhanced colour accuracy across every scene.

Designed for households that demand premium performance, the Mini LED M70H and Mini LED M80H offer a compelling combination of picture quality, AI features and sleek design, making them ideal centrepieces for modern living spaces. Whether streaming blockbuster movies, enjoying live sport, gaming with friends or watching your favourite series, you can expect a more immersive and lifelike entertainment experience that elevates everyday viewing.

The launch of the new Mini LED range reflects Samsung’s broader Vision AI strategy, which seeks to transform televisions from display devices into intelligent companions that understand, adapt and personalise experiences for users. Building on the Vision AI roadmap unveiled at CES 2026, Samsung is integrating AI across its television portfolio to create more intuitive interactions, smarter content experiences and enhanced convenience within the connected home.

Mini LED M80H: The Ultimate AI-Powered Football Experience

Leading the new range is the Mini LED M80H, the flagship model designed to showcase Samsung’s latest AI-driven entertainment innovations.

The M80H features the new AI Football Mode^[4] (AI Soccer Mode), an artificially intelligent feature developed specifically to enhance football viewing experiences. Using real-time AI analysis, AI Football Mode automatically optimises both picture and sound settings when football content is detected.

This feature intelligently adjusts brightness, contrast and colour to ensure clearer visibility across the pitch while simultaneously remastering audio to recreate the atmosphere and excitement of the stadium. From fast-moving plays and dramatic goals to crowd reactions and commentary, every moment is enhanced to create a more immersive viewing experience.

As football continues to unite fans across South Africa and around the world, AI Football Mode demonstrates how Samsung is using artificial intelligence to make content more engaging, responsive and enjoyable in real time.

Mini LED M70H: Premium Mini LED Performance Within Reach

The Mini LED M70H brings many of the advantages of Samsung’s advanced Mini LED technology to consumers seeking an accessible entry point into the premium television category.

Delivering exceptional brightness, sharp detail and immersive picture quality, the M70H offers an outstanding entertainment experience across a wide range of content. Whether enjoying family movie nights, catching up on favourite shows or watching live sports, the M70H provides the performance and reliability consumers have come to expect from Samsung. By making advanced Mini LED technology available to more households, Samsung continues to expand access to premium viewing experiences without compromise.

The introduction of the Mini LED M70H and Mini LED M80H marks another significant milestone in Samsung’s ongoing television innovation journey. The new range reflects Samsung’s vision for a future where televisions do more than simply display content, but actively enhance, personalise and enrich every viewing experience.

^[1] Samsung brand is ranked No.1 for 8 consecutive years in Premium TV (*Premium TV: $1,500 and above). Source: Report Name “TV Sets Spotlight Service / TV Sets (Emerging Technologies) Market Tracker, Q4 2025” published by Informa Tech.

^[2] Source – Omdia, Feb-2026. Results are not an endorsement of Samsung. Source: Report Name: “TV Sets Spotlight Service / TV Sets (Emerging Technologies) Market Tracker, Q4 2025” published by Informa Tech.

^[3] In relation to QLED technology.

^[4] Feature availability and performance may vary depending on the content viewed and the apps used.

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Simply wearing the new Galaxy Watch on your wrist is all it takes to experience a whole new level of effortless wellness. Galaxy Watch works continuously in the background, making comprehensive healthcare a seamless part of your daily routine. Powered by all-new internal components and enhanced battery life, the upcoming Watch is built to track your health longer and with greater accuracy.

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Galaxy Watch has always understood us in ways we can’t always see—tracking how we rest, move, and sleep. Now, powered by intelligent, AI-driven insights, it is evolving to help us better understand and proactively manage our health in real time.

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Join us online on July 22, at 8p.m. SAST, as we introduce the next evolution of Galaxy Watch. Discover how the new Galaxy Watch empowers you to take control of your health and live a healthier life within a connected AI ecosystem.

Samsung has, through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and the R280-million worth Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP) launched in 2019 in collaboration with the Department of Trade, Industry & Competition (DTIC), shown real and measurable impact in the lives of the youth from underserved communities. Since the dawn of democracy, when Samsung entered the African continent through the establishment of the South African office, the company has ensured that there’s sustainable investment in youth-focused education initiatives that demonstrate real impact.

The company is well aware of the fact that young people in the country are the leaders of the future. And while the future might be full of uncertainties, education remains the foundation that allows the youth to realise their full potential and prepare themselves to keep moving forward. Case in point, Samsung’s education-focused, CSR programmes strive to promote innovation and empower youth through technology, with the ultimate aim of addressing societal issues.

These CSR programmes that focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, fourth industrial revolution (4IR) skills development, youth entrepreneurship as well as environmental sustainability – seek to promote innovation and the empowerment of youth through technology. Ultimately, Samsung aims to contribute to job creation and the country’s economic growth.

Nicky Beukes, Samsung EEIP & B-BBEE Manager said: “As Samsung, our continued investment in education-focused and technology-driven initiatives is aimed at combating youth unemployment and fostering local entrepreneurship. We therefore remain dedicated to our goal of investing in programmes that contribute to skills development, education, job creation and entrepreneurship opportunities for the South African youth.

“This is a clear reflection of our commitment to long-term, sustainable development in the country’s youth. As a company, we will continue using education and technology as tools for driving positive change in youth as well as their underserved communities,” added Beukes.

Samsung understands the importance of education and for this reason, the company has been equipping the country’s youth with critical skills through the following initiatives:

• The Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) – Through this programme, Samsung has successfully partnered with various universities in the country with the aim of teaching Coding and programming, software development and artificial intelligence (AI) skills to youth from previously disadvantaged communities. These institutions include the Durban University of Technology (DUT), Nelson Mandela University (NMU), the Walter Sisulu University (WSU) and the Central University of Technology (CUT). Samsung has further expanded this SIC programme into other African countries, such as Kenya.

• Launched for the first time in 2023 in South Africa, the Samsung Solve For Tomorrow (SFT) competition is a global, STEM-based educational programme that engages Grade 10 and 11 public school learners from disadvantaged schools – challenging them to use STEM to address local community issues.

• This year’s SFT competition that is themed: “Social Change through Sports and Technology”; and “Environmental Sustainability via Technology” – is encouraging innovative thinking and problem solving for Gen Z to build sustainable solutions through STEM. Importantly, this year marks a major shift in the SFT competition as it has now been opened to all public schools, including quintile 5 – making it more inclusive and nationally representative; while also allowing learners to gain invaluable skills.

The company’s transformation objectives driven through its CSR initiatives and the ten-year plan for the Samsung EEIP programme – aim to address key developmental aspects linked to the National Development Plan and the overall transformation of the South African economy. This in essence means that Samsung’s efforts are in direct alignment with the national education priorities when it comes to job creation, digital literacy and economic inclusion.

Samsung strongly believes that its efforts through its EEIP and other programmes are essential to creating a more inclusive and equitable business environment. This EEIP programme, for instance, seeks to bridge the digital divide, foster ICT innovation and empower future leaders – ultimately striving to reduce youth unemployment and drive sustainable economic growth across the country. And, further to Samsung’s EEIP agreement with the DTIC, some of the youth-based developmental areas of investment that take place include:

• The Software Development Training programmes with previously disadvantaged universities, where Samsung successfully trained 510 unemployed youth as software developers. And out of the beneficiaries from the Introduction to Software Development and Social Digital Innovation Programme at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) and the University of Limpopo (UL), over 90% were successfully placed into tech industry jobs. Furthermore, the Samsung, Tshimologong & UWC Advance Industry Experience Internship achieved a near 100% industry uptake rate; launching graduates directly into roles at premier software firms.
• Technician Training in underserved provinces – In partnership with Ocule IT, Samsung has trained 162 artisans across Kwa-Zulu Natal, the Eastern Cape as well as Gauteng – in an effort to alleviate the critical shortage of consumer electronic repair technicians. Currently, a further 40 unemployed youth are enrolled for the 2026 programme and a further 40 are planned for next year’s intake.

Beukes explained further and said: “The execution of these Samsung EEIP initiatives delivers tangible results in the areas of job creation, business growth, women empowerment and technical skills. Overall, Samsung’s view is that these EEIP projects have a sizeable rate of investment and measurable impact on the South African economy.”

Samsung also believes that through its strategic public, private partnerships (PPPs) with various institutions of higher learning, government, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and the private sector – its CSR and EEIP programmes have successfully managed to make a tangible impact in the lives of the youth in the country.

“As Samsung, we are convinced that our transformation efforts have been able to empower the country’s future innovators to achieve their full potential. In addition, these impactful initiatives have managed to ensure that South Africa’s youth become the next generation of leaders that will continue to pioneer positive social change and build a better world for all,” concluded Beukes.

AI will be no different.

Where AI Meets People

AI is getting smarter faster, and this will continue. But to change how people live, it must answer: where, how and into whose hands does this intelligence reach? This will define AI’s next chapter.

AI no longer merely answers. It is entering an agentic age, taking action on our behalf while the person carries the final decision. But to act for someone, it must first know them.

That is why it matters where AI meets people. The entry points are where AI understands a person and builds trust. The best AI experiences will come from the devices that know the user best.

This is what Samsung has spent years building. The phone is closest to us, with us daily. The tablet is where we create and learn. The watch reads signals like sleep and heart rate. The TV and connected home appliances add context from where we live. And new form factors, from foldables to intelligent eyewear, expand where AI meets us. Together, a fuller picture of a person’s needs forms.

These entry points are powerful together. Signals from across devices become timely assistance: sleep tracked by your watch shapes tomorrow’s schedule, with information always available. AI at its best works quietly in the background, bringing these moments into a cohesive experience. That is why we have spent years building an ecosystem not just to reach, but to connect more moments.

Built on Openness and Trust

Samsung does not do this alone. The platforms that changed the world were the most open. The web was. So were mobile operating systems. With SmartThings, we brought devices, services and partners into one connected experience, shaping industry open standards. Openness lets the best ideas reach people faster. And we don’t simply layer intelligence on top, but design how AI works at the center so it serves each person in context.

But openness alone is not the goal. The harder task is turning intelligence into something personal and trustworthy. The best intelligence in the world should reach people through their everyday devices. But what makes it personal is understanding the user and keeping that understanding safe. That is our responsibility.

As AI becomes more personal and agentic, trust becomes the foundation. People need to know what AI is doing for them and remain in control.

This is why trust isn’t added at the end. Samsung Knox protects each Galaxy device and now the connections between them. As intelligence moves across devices, protecting what flows between them is crucial. The most personal data stays on the device so people can understand how AI is working and remain in control.

The Next Chapter of Galaxy

That same understanding shapes the devices we build. The more personal and capable AI becomes, the more form matters. As AI helps us with more at once, a screen that flexes and folds expands what is possible. This is what makes foldables special: they fold into your hand or open a larger stage. On this journey, Samsung has continued to make foldables thinner, lighter, stronger and more immersive.

AI is also essential in health. How we sleep, recover and look after ourselves — daily choices add up. A device close to us, like a watch, tracks these signals ensuring a better day.

The upcoming Galaxy Unpacked is where we will show what’s next in bringing all this together: more personal, natural AI experiences on a foundation more partners can build on. The question that opens the next era is not who has the smartest AI, but who understands people best, and turns that understanding into experiences they can trust.

We intend to take this path with openness and responsibility, beginning with the device already in your hand. We open this next chapter together at Galaxy Unpacked.

Join us as we unveil the newest additions to the Galaxy portfolio, which has defined the foldable category. Combining intelligent capabilities with innovative form factors, the next generation of Galaxy devices are set to deliver more personal and adaptive experiences and set a new standard for the AI era.

The event will be streamed live on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom and Samsung’s YouTube channel beginning at 3 p.m. SAST.

Stay tuned and make sure to register at samsung.com/unpacked for exclusive benefits, upcoming teasers, trailers, and updates ahead of Galaxy Unpacked July 2026.

Samsung is offering its B2B customers b.IoT Lite – an innovative, cost effective and centralised “lite” version of Samsung’s broader building management systems – providing specialised HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning) control and innovative energy-consumption reducing features. This revolutionary system is paving the way for the future of sustainable smart buildings.

With Internet of Things (IoT) technology expanding beyond the home to all types of buildings including those in the commercial space, Samsung is creating a new type of “smart building”. This server-based, integrated control solution is designed specifically for managing Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF/DVM S2) system air conditioners for its customer’s small and medium-sized buildings as well as large offices – offering a more affordable entry point into smart HVAC control.

The key features of b.IoT Lite also include Artificial Intelligent (AI)-driven algorithms tailored for Samsung’s next-generation, commercial-grade  DVM S2 – ensuring comfort as part of the evolution of “smart buildings” – while reducing energy consumption, alongside energy usage monitoring per device.

As a B2B customer, you can therefore be rest assured that Samsung’s system will be able to monitor your building’s energy usage per device through meters, compare with data from previous periods and manage energy usage based on predefined targets. Beyond HVAC, this innovative solution allows for the integration and control of your other building facilities, such as sensors and lighting, centering on the HVAC system. This centralised b.IoT management system is able to provide a unified platform to control numerous Samsung indoor units – enabling scheduling, operation monitoring and system management from a single screen.

b.IoT is designed specifically to optimise building operations through an integrated facility monitoring and control. Samsung is now able to offer customised solutions tailored to your building’s size, facilities and usage.​ Based on the type and scale of the facilities requiring integration, we can recommend the ideal license type and quantity for your business.

For small and medium size buildings that include commercial offices and the retail space – the b.IoT platform is able to manage multiple zones efficiently. It is also able to monitor and control as well as air purification panels in small hotels. In order to ensure that Samsung also caters for the needs of customers with medium to large buildings – notifications are provided to minimise energy waste caused by inefficient use of VRFs due to an administrator’s absence or negligence.

With the company’s user-centric mobile experience, Samsung’s b.IoT platform can provide building occupants with a variety of personalised, ^[1]. Samsung has now made smart building a reality – it is no longer a concept for the distant future. The company plans to continue supplying DVM S2 to a variety of buildings including offices, retail shops, hotels, campus buildings and residences. With b.IoT, we are now able to analyse and control the HVAC system, lights, power supply and machinery in a building to maximise energy efficiency.

This B2B integrated offering remains as one of Samsung’s most innovative, industry-specific comprehensive solutions; tailored to your individual building needs. So, for B2B customers that are interested in purchasing or learning more about Samsung’s b.IoT – the sophisticated, future-ready building management solution, click here – https://www.samsung.com/za/business/industries/biot/

^[1] A Wi-Fi network is required.

On 26 June 2026, Samsung marked an exciting milestone with the opening of a new store at Vaal Lifestyle Centre – allowing shoppers from the Vaal area and surroundings the opportunity to discover its latest Artificial Intelligence (AI)-integrated smart devices, TVs and other home appliances – at their doorstep.

Outfitted with cutting edge design and the classic Samsung aesthetic – this new store embodies the company’s commitment to innovation and technological advancement. This new playground for technological innovation is allowing shoppers from Vereeniging suburbs and townships within a 5-to-10km radius as well as the greater Vaal Triangle including Vanderbijlpark, Sasolburg, Meyerton and surrounding settlements – the opportunity to discover the power of Samsung’s AI technology, which elevates how shoppers experience high-quality consumer electronics in-store.

By visiting the new store, Vaal-based customers can now easily access a wide array of innovative Samsung products, solutions, services and experiences — all under one roof. The Vaal Lifestyle Centre is a premium commercial and retail development located in Vereeniging that blends modern architecture with convenient, experience-led shopping.

Samsung’s new store will offer locals hands-on experiences and showcase connected ecosystems of the latest Galaxy AI and Bespoke AI home appliances in a premium space. It is the perfect platform for Samsung in-store teams to provide interactive demonstrations, such as showcasing the latest Galaxy AI, high-end foldables as well as Bespoke AI technology, which helps consumers make informed buying decisions.

Kgomotso Mannya, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for Samsung South Africa said: “We are excited to expand Samsung’s retail footprint with the opening of our new store. This investment reinforces our commitment to making Samsung’s premium technology, integrated ecosystem, expert customer service and support more accessible. The new store will provide Vaal customers with a different retail experience, enabling them to engage directly with our latest innovations and receive personalised guidance from trained Samsung specialists.”

This Samsung store is an immersive retail showroom where you can explore, test and purchase the latest devices. With this dedicated retail space, Samsung’s friendly in-store team is also able to offer tailored solutions for business owners, including bulk device purchases and customised digital signage.

The Vaal-based store will offer hands-on access to Galaxy smartphones, tablets, TVs and smart home appliances, alongside expert support and in-store tech setup. Also, Samsung’s offerings include certified Product Consultants ^[1] who will offer practical demonstrations of premium home appliances like the Bespoke AI Family Hub refrigerators, Bespoke AI laundry systems and AirDressers.

^[1] Product Consultants certified by Samsung.