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				<title>[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] One City, Three Perspectives: Capturing London With Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8</title>
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									<description><![CDATA[London, a city of rich heritage and innovation, set the stage for Galaxy Unpacked July 2026, as Samsung Electronics unveiled its latest foldables — Galaxy Z]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>London, a city of rich heritage and innovation, set the stage for Galaxy Unpacked July 2026, as Samsung Electronics unveiled its latest foldables — Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Combining refined hardware with powerful AI capabilities, the new Galaxy Z series delivers an advanced camera experience across professional-quality landscapes, dynamic video, and expressive selfies.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Fresh from Galaxy Unpacked July 2026, Samsung Newsroom took all three devices across London to put their cameras to the test.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: Brilliant Detail, Day and Night</strong></h2>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>The journey began in Westminster. The Palace of Westminster, with Big Ben rising above it, sits along the River Thames, while the London Eye stands across the water on the South Bank — a view that brings together London’s past and present.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Shot with Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Big Ben and the surrounding cityscape came through in crisp detail.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-25844" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main1_F.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1440" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main1_F.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main1_F-751x563.jpg 751w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main1_F-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main1_F-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25845" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-25845" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main2.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1440" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main2.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main2-751x563.jpg 751w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main2-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main2-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ (From top to bottom) Photo taken with Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and a cropped zoom of Big Ben enlarged by more than 10x</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra’s 200MP main camera brings distant subjects into sharp focus. A new high dynamic range (HDR) capability in 200MP mode delivers richer colors and finer detail. Zooming in reveals Big Ben’s intricate stonework and even the Latin inscription beneath the clock face, demonstrating Ultra-level clarity down to the smallest details.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25846" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-25846 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main3.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1440" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main3.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main3-751x563.jpg 751w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main3-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main3-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ Photo taken with the 200MP camera from the London Eye on Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>At 135 meters tall, the London Eye is difficult to fit into a single frame from up close. The Galaxy Z Fold series’ first 50MP ultra-wide camera makes it possible to capture the towering landmark, ticket office, and nearby visitors in a single shot.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25847" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="size-full wp-image-25847" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main4.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="709" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main4.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main4-1000x369.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main4-768x284.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main4-1024x378.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ (From left) Photos taken with the 1x camera and 50MP ultra-wide camera on Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>After sunset, London took on a different character. At Tower Bridge, enhanced Nightography reduced noise in low light while preserving the illuminated bridge and texture of the flowing river in vivid detail.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25848" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="size-full wp-image-25848" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main5_F.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1440" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main5_F.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main5_F-751x563.jpg 751w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main5_F-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main5_F-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ Tower Bridge captured with enhanced Nightography</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25851" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="size-full wp-image-25851" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main6.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1440" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main6.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main6-751x563.jpg 751w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main6-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main6-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ Photo taken with Nightography</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Galaxy Z Fold8: Ready for Moments in Motion</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Some travel moments are worth seeing from both sides of the camera. As Tower Bridge slowly lifted, Dual Recording captured the bridge in motion and the reactions of those watching in a single video.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25850" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="size-full wp-image-25850" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main7.jpg" alt="" width="1920" height="1440" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main7.jpg 1920w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main7-751x563.jpg 751w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main7-768x576.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main7-1024x768.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ Dual Recording</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Dual Recording uses the rear and front cameras simultaneously, with real-time previews on the expansive main display for easy framing. The two perspectives are combined into a single split-screen video, making the feature ideal for vlog-style content that captures both the moment and the reaction.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Away from the busy tourist hotspots, the journey continued to St. James’s Park. Filming one of the park’s resident pelicans proved challenging, as it moved quickly across the frame. For fast-moving action like this, Super Steady came in handy.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Even as the phone moved sharply from side to side to follow the pelican, Super Steady with Horizontal Lock kept the footage level.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="size-medium wp-image-25856 aligncenter" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main11-751x563.jpg" alt="" width="751" height="563" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Z Fold8’s expansive 4:3 main display makes it easy to review clips, edit them to the desired aspect ratio, and share them with friends. From shooting to viewing and editing, the creative process flows seamlessly on one device.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<h2><strong>Galaxy Z Flip8: Freedom From Every Shot</strong></h2>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Galaxy Z Flip8 brings more fun and flexibility to travel photography. With Flex Mode, users can position the phone for hands-free shots from multiple angles — without help from others.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25852" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25852 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main12_F-e1786628912111.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="750" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Flex Mode on Galaxy Z Flip8</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Z Flip8, the thinnest and lightest Galaxy Z Flip yet, fits comfortably in one hand. FlexWindow on the cover screen provides a real-time preview, making it easier to frame selfies.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Equipped with a 50MP wide-angle camera and AI-powered ProVisual Engine, Galaxy Z Flip8 captures high-quality selfies in fine detail, down to individual strands of hair.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25854" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25854 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main13-e1786628978902.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="750" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Galaxy Z Flip8’s improved AI Bokeh feature naturally separates subjects from the background for portraits with greater depth.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The journey ended aboard one of London’s iconic double-decker buses. Folded halfway, Galaxy Z Flip8’s Camcorder Grip made the device comfortable to hold like a camcorder while recording on the move.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25853" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25853 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-London-with-Foldables_main14-e1786629024591.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="750" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Camcorder Grip</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Zoom Rocker with Camcorder Grip provides precise control over zoom speed for smooth, natural zoom-ins.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Exploring London with the latest Galaxy Z series revealed new ways to see — and remember — the city through each device.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>With Galaxy cameras, Samsung will continue to help users capture the moments that matter and preserve those memories for years to come.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
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				<title>[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026] A First Look at Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra,  Galaxy Z Fold8 &#038; Galaxy Z Flip8</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:04:27 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[At Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 in London, Samsung Electronics unveiled the eighth-generation Galaxy Z series. Combining agentic AI that understands users with]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 in London, Samsung Electronics unveiled the eighth-generation Galaxy Z series. Combining agentic AI that understands users with hardware tailored to different lifestyles, the line-up offers three distinct foldable experiences.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Samsung Newsroom got an early look at the new devices during Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 — from Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, the first Ultra model in the Galaxy foldable portfolio to Galaxy Z Fold8 with its all-new form factor and Galaxy Z Flip8 with more intuitive AI on FlexWindow.</p>
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<p><em><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25739 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/001-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-e1784901819989.jpg" alt="" width="740" height="367" /></em></p>
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<h2><span><strong>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The Ultra Experience on a Foldable Display</strong></span></h2>
<p><span>Within the Galaxy line-up, the “Ultra” name represents Samsung’s highest level of performance and user experience. As the first Ultra model in the Galaxy Z series, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra pairs ultra-level performance with an expansive foldable display to elevate productivity through AI-powered multi-tasking.</span></p>
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<p><em><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25740 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="812" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-998x563.jpg 998w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-768x433.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1024x577.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></em></p>
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<p><span>The first thing that stands out is how thin the device is. Unfolding it reveals a spacious 8-inch main display. Measuring 4.1 millimetres thick when unfolded and weighing only 215 grams, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is the thinnest Galaxy Z Fold yet; making it comfortable to carry and use throughout the day.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>The display has also been refined to deliver smoother, more comfortable folding. The folding magnets, hinge mechanism and display tension have been precisely optimised, while refinements to the edge design make the device easier to unfold. Samsung’s proprietary Flex Titanium technology helps minimise the display crease while enhancing durability.</span></p>
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<p><span><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25745 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl3-3-e1784900982710.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="750" /></span></p>
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<p><span>The expansive display also unlocks enhanced AI experiences. Gemini Notebook streamlines the process of organising meeting materials and notes. Users can now upload a PDF of meeting minutes or an audio recording of a presentation to generate a summary of the key points, then transform the same source material into a variety of formats — including AI-generated videos, presentation slides, podcasts and quizzes.</span></p>
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<p><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25742 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl4.jpg" alt="" width="1500" height="1120" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl4.jpg 1500w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl4-754x563.jpg 754w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl4-768x573.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl4-1024x765.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px" /></p>
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<p><span>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra truly shines in AI-powered multi-tasking. Agentic AI anticipates when multi-tasking is needed, using Now Nudge to open Multi Window at the right moment. For example, Now Nudge can suggest adding dinner plans from a messaging app to the calendar and open the Calendar app in Multi Window.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25735 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/005-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="648" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/005-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/005-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1000x450.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/005-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-768x346.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/005-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1024x461.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>Qualcomm Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy and a 5,000mAh battery support Galaxy AI experiences and seamless multi-tasking on the expansive display.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<h2><span><strong>Galaxy Z Fold8: A Foldable, Re-imagined</strong></span></h2>
<p><span>Redesigned with an all-new form factor, Galaxy Z Fold8 introduces an aspect ratio optimised for a wide range of content.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span><img class="alignnone wp-image-25734 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/006-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="960" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/006-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/006-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-845x563.jpg 845w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/006-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-768x512.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/006-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1024x683.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>Unfolding the device expands the display to a 4:3 aspect ratio, ideal for watching movies or playing games. Rotating the device switches to a 3:4 aspect ratio that feels more natural for reading e-books or browsing the web. The cover screen’s 10:16 aspect ratio also provides a familiar experience for browsing short-form content. </span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>A 4,800mAh battery supports more than 26 hours of video playback. Weighing just 201 grams, Galaxy Z Fold8 is the lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet and remains comfortable to hold — even during extended viewing sessions.</span></p>
<p><span><strong> </strong></span></p>
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<p><span>Galaxy Z Fold8 goes beyond content consumption with tools for creating and editing. Galaxy AI-powered My FanCam makes it easy to create videos focused on a specific person. After selecting a video in the Gallery app, users can launch My FanCam and choose the subject to follow. The video is then automatically reframed around the selected subject.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>The device also delivers a more advanced agentic AI experience. For example, if a user shares a photo of the Eiffel Tower with Gemini and asks it to book a nearby hotel, the AI agent finds accommodations that match the specified criteria — even while they continue using other apps. Afterward, they can simply review the recommendations and approve only the actions that require confirmation &#8211; saving time and effort.</span></p>
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<p><span><img class="wp-image-25746 size-full aligncenter" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-A-First-Look_dl7-e1784901247791.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="387" /></span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<h2><span><strong>Galaxy Z Flip8: More Without Unfolding</strong></span></h2>
<p><span>Galaxy Z Flip8 makes a strong first impression with its thin, lightweight design. Measuring 6.1 millimetres thick when unfolded and weighing only 180 grams, it offers excellent portability. A stronger frame and a more durable hinge made with a new high-strength material improve durability while maintaining the device’s slim profile.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25738 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/008-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="1045" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/008-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/008-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-776x563.jpg 776w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/008-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-768x557.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/008-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1024x743.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>One of Galaxy Z Flip8’s biggest upgrades is its more versatile FlexWindow. Users can check important information and access their favourite features without unfolding the device. Another highlight is Galaxy AI’s Now Brief. From FlexWindow, users can instantly see the day’s weather, schedule and important notifications. Everyday information such as exchange rates and stock updates is organised into personalised cards, making it easy to stay on top of the day.</span></p>
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<p><span><img class="wp-image-25733 size-full aligncenter" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/009-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="672" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/009-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/009-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1000x467.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/009-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-768x358.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/009-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1024x478.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>App functionality also extends to FlexWindow. Without unfolding the device, users can browse photos in the Gallery app, chat with friends through messaging apps and quickly complete tasks. More than a hub for notifications and widgets, FlexWindow has evolved into a gateway to more of what Galaxy has to offer.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>The camera experience has also been refined to better complement the Galaxy Z Flip form factor. Camcorder Grip — exclusive to the Galaxy Z Flip series — enables stable one-handed recording, while Super Steady’s horizontal lock helps keep footage smooth and level, even on the move.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>Dual Recording captures both the creator and the subject in the same video, perfect for vlogs and social media challenges. Opening the Camera app displays the creator’s view at the top of the screen and the subject’s view below, allowing both perspectives to be recorded simultaneously. A live preview is also available on the cover screen, so both can see the shot while filming.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span><img class="wp-image-25741 size-full alignnone" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/010-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg" alt="" width="1440" height="935" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/010-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody.jpg 1440w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/010-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-867x563.jpg 867w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/010-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-768x499.jpg 768w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/010-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-A-First-Look-at-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-and-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Newsbody-1024x665.jpg 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px" /></span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p><span>From AI-powered productivity on a large display to optimised content viewing and everyday convenience without unfolding, the eighth-generation Galaxy Z series expands the possibilities of foldables. Designed to suit a wide range of needs, the latest Galaxy foldables offer users more ways to choose the mobile experience that suits them.</span></p>
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				<title>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8:  Foldables, Perfected for Every Way of Living</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:34:13 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today unveiled the new Galaxy Z series, its most complete lineup yet, designed to expand foldables to a wider audience. The]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.</strong> today unveiled the new Galaxy Z series, its most complete lineup yet, designed to expand foldables to a wider audience. The lineup introduces Galaxy Z Fold8, a fresh and exciting form factor that provides a new kind of foldable experience built around the way people explore, discover and immerse themselves in their favorite content.</p>
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<p><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25711 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Galaxy-Z-Flip8-Launch_dl1-e1784730901586.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /></p>
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<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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<a href="#_edn1" name="_ednref1"><sup>[1]</sup></a>, Galaxy gives users even more ways to get things done in fewer steps — with transparency, privacy and user control built in.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“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.”</p>
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<h2><strong>The All-New Galaxy Z Fold8: A New Galaxy Fold Experience for Everyday Immersion</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Built for Discovery</strong></p>
<p>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,<a href="#_edn2" name="_ednref2"><sup>[2]</sup></a> Galaxy Fold8 is Samsung&#8217;s lightest Galaxy Z Fold yet.<a href="#_edn3" name="_ednref3"><sup>[3]</sup></a> Despite its lightweight design, it combines the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy<a href="#_edn4" name="_ednref4"><sup>[4]</sup></a> with a larger 4,800mAh battery<a href="#_edn5" name="_ednref5"><sup>[5]</sup></a>, delivering smooth, responsive performance and lasting power so users can stay immersed longer.</p>
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<li>When folded, the <strong>10:16 cover screen</strong><span>5</span> feels familiar and comfortable for the short moments people return to most often, such as messaging, social updates, browsing and short-form video.</li>
<li>When unfolded, the <strong>4:3 main display<a href="#_edn6" name="_ednref6"><sup>[6]</sup></a></strong> creates a larger canvas that helps users lose themselves in games and films.</li>
<li>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.</li>
<li>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.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>A Display Engineered from the Inside Out</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<div id="attachment_25696" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25696 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/3.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8_Flex-Titanium-e1784727222165.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>Samsung’s new <strong>Flex Titanium</strong> 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.<a href="#_edn7" name="_ednref7"><sup>[7]</sup></a></li>
<li>With up to <strong>3,000 nits</strong> of brightness, <strong>Vision Booster</strong> and a <strong>low-reflection display finish</strong>, the main screen stays vivid and easy to see even in outdoor settings.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>A Clear and Versatile Camera Experience</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<div id="attachment_25697" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25697 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/5.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8_Camera-spec-e1784727391580.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Galaxy Z Fold8’s dual 50 MP cameras deliver consistent high-resolution detail across wide and ultra-wide perspectives.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25699" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25699 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/6.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8_Camera_Dual-50MP-e1784728302564.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">Galaxy Z Fold8’s dual 50 MP cameras deliver consistent high-resolution detail across wide and ultra-wide perspectives.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Dual 50 MP cameras</strong> deliver consistent high-resolution detail across wide and ultra-wide perspectives, helping preserve image quality across different scenes and shooting conditions.<a href="#_edn8" name="_ednref8"><sup>[8]</sup></a></li>
<li><strong>Dual Recording</strong> lets users capture both sides of the moment while previewing themselves through the cover screen, making reactions and shared experiences easier to frame.</li>
<li><strong>My FanCam<a href="#_edn9" name="_ednref9"><sup>[9]</sup></a></strong> automatically tracks a selected subject and reframes footage into a preferred aspect ratio, turning dynamic scenes into social-ready videos with less manual editing.</li>
</ul>
<div id="attachment_25700" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25700 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/7.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8_Camera_Dual-Recording-e1784728526983.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<h2><strong>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra:</strong> <strong>The Ultra Foldable Built for Maximum Productivity</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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<a href="#_edn10" name="_ednref10"><sup>[10]</sup></a> 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 215g<sup>1</sup>, it pushes the standard for productivity on the go.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Professional-Grade Creativity with an Ultra-Level Camera System</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25701" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25701 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/9.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra_Camera-specs-e1784728867721.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<ul>
<li>The <strong>200 MP main camera</strong> system captures rich, detailed photos with greater clarity, and is now enhanced with <strong>High Dynamic Range (HDR)</strong> capability in 200 MP mode for more true-to-life images<span><a href="#_edn7" name="_ednref7"><sup>[7]</sup></a></span>.</li>
<li>A new <strong>50 MP ultra-wide camera</strong> 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.</li>
<li>Improved <strong>Nightography</strong><sup><a href="#_edn7" name="_ednref7">[7]</a></sup> helps photos and videos look brighter and clearer in low light, so users can capture standout moments even in challenging lighting conditions.</li>
<li>For advanced creators, <strong>8K video recording</strong> through the new <strong>APV codec</strong> gives users greater flexibility and quality for editing and production workflows, while <strong>Cine LUT</strong> adds cinematic colour and tone control directly from a mobile device.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Power, Battery and Cooling Built for All-Day Productivity</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>With <strong>Snapdragon</strong>®<strong> 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy</strong><sup><a href="#_edn3" name="_ednref3">[3]</a></sup> 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.</li>
<li><strong>A larger 5,000 mAh battery<a href="#_edn11" name="_ednref11"><sup>[11]</sup></a></strong> helps users stay productive for longer,<a href="#_edn12" name="_ednref12"><sup>[12]</sup></a> supporting a full day of work, creation and entertainment in a slimmer foldable design.</li>
</ul>
<div id="attachment_25702" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25702 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/10.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra_battery-e1784728947806.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<ul>
<li>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra introduces a <strong>new dual-path charging architecture</strong> with 45 W fast charging, helping distribute power more efficiently across the battery system for faster, more stable and reliable charging throughout the day.</li>
<li>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<a href="#_edn13" name="_ednref13"><sup>[13]</sup></a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Galaxy Z Flip8: Samsung’s Sleekest, Most Expressive AI-Native Flip Experience</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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 180g<sup>1</sup> and with a thickness of only 6.1 mm, Samsung’s slimmest and lightest Flip brings information, actions and creativity closer to everyday moments.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>A Smarter, More Intuitive FlexWindow Experience</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<div id="attachment_25703" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25703 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/11.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Flip8_-FlexWindow-e1784729027677.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li>The new <strong>FlexWindow</strong> brings apps, insights and actions directly to the cover screen, helping users access information, AI-powered features and connected tasks in fewer steps.</li>
<li><strong>Now Brief<a href="#_edn14" name="_ednref14"><sup>[14]</sup></a></strong> on FlexWindow home brings timely insights and next steps, helping users move from glanceable information to action at the right moment.</li>
<li>Galaxy Z Flip8 also makes automation<a href="#_edn15" name="_ednref15"><sup>[15]</sup></a> through <strong>Gemini Intelligence</strong> easier to access from the FlexWindow<a href="#_edn10" name="_ednref10"><sup>[10]</sup></a>, allowing users to complete connected actions through side-key activation or natural voice requests.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>FlexCam Unlocks a More Expressive Flip Selfie Experience</strong></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div id="attachment_25706" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25706 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/12.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Flip8_Camera_FlexCam-e1784729570741.png" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<ul>
<li>A <strong>50 MP camera with</strong> <strong>ProVisual Engine</strong> 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.<a href="#_edn16" name="_ednref16"><sup>[16]</sup></a></li>
<li><strong>Flex Mode</strong> makes hands-free shooting easy from a wide range of angles, while <strong>Camcorder Grip </strong>with<strong> Zoom Rocker </strong>provides a more comfortable, stable hold when capturing dynamic shots on the move<a href="#_edn17" name="_ednref17"><sup>[17]</sup></a>.</li>
<li><strong>Super Steady </strong>— now with a <strong>Horizontal Lock </strong>option — helps keep footage smooth and consistently framed, whether filming action-filled moments or on-the-go selfie videos<a href="#_edn18" name="_ednref18"><sup>[18]</sup></a>.</li>
<li><strong>FlipSho</strong><strong>t </strong>lets users personalise the FlexWindow and capture more expressive mirror selfies, while <strong>Mirror view</strong> gives users a realistic mirror-like view for quick look checks before taking a photo or heading out<a href="#_edn19" name="_ednref19"><sup>[19]</sup></a>.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>A New Class of Agentic Experiences Optimised for Foldables</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<div style="width: 2564px;" class="wp-video"><video class="wp-video-shortcode" id="video-25691-4" width="2564" height="684" preload="metadata" controls="controls"><source type="video/mp4" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/13.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Fold8and-Flip8_Now-Nudge.mp4?_=4" /><a href="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/13.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Fold8and-Flip8_Now-Nudge.mp4">https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/13.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Fold8and-Flip8_Now-Nudge.mp4</a></video></div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Now Brief</strong> 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.</li>
<li><strong>Now Nudge<a href="#_edn20" name="_ednref20"><sup>[20]</sup></a></strong> 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.</li>
<li><strong>Gemini Intelligence<a href="#_edn21" name="_ednref21"><sup>[21]</sup></a></strong> 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 <strong>Gemini Notebook</strong>, 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.</li>
<li>AI experiences become more connected and contextual when the new Galaxy Z series is connected with<strong> Galaxy Watch Ultra2, Galaxy Watch9 series</strong> and even upcoming <strong>Intelligent Eyewear</strong>. 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.</li>
</ul>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<h2></h2>
<h2><strong>Security and Privacy Built Into the Experience</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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, <span><a href="https://samsungmobilepress.com/articles/your-privacy-secured-inside-the-tech-powering-safe-personalized-galaxy-ai-experiences">Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection (KEEP)</a></span> creates encrypted, app-specific storage environments, while <span><a href="https://samsungmobilepress.com/articles/your-privacy-secured-how-knox-vault-protects-you-in-the-era-of-ai">Knox Vault</a></span> adds a tamper-resistant physical layer for sensitive information<a href="#_edn22" name="_ednref22"><sup>[22]</sup></a>. These system-level protections work together with Advanced Intelligence settings and Personal Data Intelligence to help users <span><a href="https://www.samsungmobilepress.com/articles/your-privacy-secured-how-galaxy-ai-empowers-you-to-take-control-of-your-data">control how AI features manage and use personal data</a></span>.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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<a href="#_edn23" name="_ednref23"><sup>[23]</sup></a> 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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Getting Started with the New Galaxy Z Series</strong></h2>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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<a href="#_edn24" name="_ednref24"><sup>[24]</sup></a> <a href="#_edn25" name="_ednref25"><sup>[25]</sup></a> available online only include Green Shadow for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Pistachio for Galaxy Z Fold8 and Mint for Galaxy Z Flip8.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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<a href="#_edn26" name="_ednref26"><sup>[26]</sup></a>, 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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Switching to Galaxy is now easier than ever, thanks to a more seamless migration experience across a wider range of devices<a href="#_edn27" name="_ednref27"><sup>[27]</sup></a>. 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<a href="#_edn28" name="_ednref28"><sup>[28]</sup></a>, sharing files between iOS and Galaxy devices is now seamless in both directions.</p>
<div id="attachment_25705" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-25705 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/14.Samsung-Galaxy-Z-Fold8-Ultra-Fold8-and-Flip8_Switch-to-galaxy-e1784729148449.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">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.</p></div>
<p>To give users peace of mind after upgrading, Samsung Care+<a href="#_edn29" name="_ednref29"><sup>[29]</sup></a> 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<a href="#_edn30" name="_ednref30"><sup>[30]</sup></a>. 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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Galaxy Z8 series is available for pre-order from 22 July to 12 August 2026, at these recommended retail prices<a href="#_edn31" name="_ednref31"><sup>[31]</sup></a>;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Galaxy Fold8 Ultra 1TB – <strong>R60,999</strong></p>
<p>Galaxy Fold8 Ultra 512TB – <strong>R50,999</strong></p>
<p>Galaxy Fold8 512GB – <strong>R45,999</strong></p>
<p>Galaxy Fold8 256GB – <strong>R40,999</strong></p>
<p>Galaxy Flip8 256GB – <strong>R26,999</strong></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Pre-order now and get free accessories worth up to R1,500<a href="#_edn32" name="_ednref32"><sup>[32]</sup></a>, free Samsung SOS+ access for 12 months<a href="#_edn33" name="_ednref33"><sup>[33]</sup></a>, as well as six months of Google AI Pro for free (worth over R2,500)<a href="#_edn34" name="_ednref34"><sup>[34]</sup></a><a name="_Toc105421316"></a><a name="_Toc109904134"></a><a href="#_ednref1" name="_edn1"><span></span></a></p>
<p><a name="_Toc105421316"></a><a name="_Toc109904134"></a><strong><u>Specifications</u></strong></p>
<table width="97%">
<thead>
<tr>
<td colspan="3" width="100%"><strong>Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra</strong></td>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td rowspan="4" width="19%"><strong>Display</strong></td>
<td rowspan="2" width="12%"><strong>Main Screen</strong></td>
<td width="67%">8.0-inch QXGA+*</p>
<p>Dynamic AMOLED 2X</p>
<p>(2,504 x 2,256), 422ppi</p>
<p>120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz)</p>
<p>Vision booster</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="67%"><em>*Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra’s Main Screen size is 8.0-inch in the full rectangle and 8.0-inch accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.</em></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="2" width="12%"><strong>Cover Screen</strong></td>
<td width="67%">6.5-inch FHD+*</p>
<p>Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display</p>
<p>(1,080 x 2,520), 422ppi</p>
<p>120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz)</p>
<p>Vision booster</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="67%"><em>*Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra Cover Screen size is 6.5-inch in a full rectangle and 6.5-inch accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole.</em></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="4" width="19%"><strong>Dimension &amp; Weight</strong></td>
<td width="12%"><strong>Folded</strong></td>
<td width="67%">72.8 x 158.4 x 8.9mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="2" width="12%"><strong>Unfolded</strong></td>
<td width="67%">143.2 x 158.4 x 4.1mm</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="67%"><em>*The thickness of Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra when unfolded does not include the frame of the Main Screen.</em></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="12%"><strong>Weight</strong></td>
<td width="67%">215g</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="5" width="19%"><strong>Camera</strong></td>
<td width="12%"><strong>Cover Camera</strong></td>
<td width="67%">10MP Selfie Camera</p>
<p>F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 85˚</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="12%"><strong>Main Camera</strong></td>
<td width="67%">10MP Main Camera</p>
<p>F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 100˚</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td rowspan="3" width="12%"><strong>Rear Triple Camera</strong></td>
<td width="67%">200MP Wide-angle Camera</p>
<p>Quad Pixel AF, OIS, F1.7, Pixel size: 0.6μm, FOV: 85˚,</p>
<p>2X optical quality zoom</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="67%">50MP Ultra-Wide Camera</p>
<p>Quad Pixel AF, F1.9, Pixel size: 0.7μm, FOV: 120˚</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="67%">10MP Telephoto Camera</p>
<p>PDAF, OIS, F2.4, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 36˚, 3X optical zoom</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>AP</strong></td>
<td width="67%">Snapdragon<sup>®</sup> 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="67%"><em>*</em>Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>Memory &amp; Storage</strong></td>
<td width="67%">16GB Memory with 1TB internal storage</p>
<p>12GB Memory with 512GB internal storage</p>
<p>12GB Memory with 256GB internal storage</td>
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<td width="67%"><em>*Availability may vary by market or channel. Actual storage space may vary by market, model, file size and format.</em></td>
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<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>Battery</strong></td>
<td width="67%">5,000mAh(typical) dual battery</td>
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<td width="67%"><em>*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 4,854mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. </em></td>
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<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>Charging</strong></td>
<td width="67%">Wired Charging*: Up to 67% charge in around 30 min. with 45W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable**<br />
Fast Wireless Charging with 20W***<br />
Wireless PowerShare****</td>
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<td width="67%"><em>*Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. Results from internal Samsung lab tests, conducted with 45W Travel Adapter while it has 0% of power remaining, with all the services, features and screen turned off. Actual charging speed may vary depending on the actual usage, charging conditions and other factors.</em><em> </em></p>
<p><em>**45W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables.</em><em> </em></p>
<p><em>***Wireless charging compatible with WPC.</em><em> </em></p>
<p><em>****Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging.</em><em> May not work with certain accessories, covers, or other brand devices. It may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment. </em></td>
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<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>Water Resistance</strong></td>
<td width="67%">IP48</td>
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<tr>
<td width="67%"><em>*Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 metres of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Rinse residue/dry if wet. Water resistance of device is not permanent and may diminish over time because of normal wear and tear. </em><em> </em></td>
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<td colspan="2" width="32%"><strong>OS</strong></td>
<td width="67%"></td>
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<tr>
<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>Network &amp; Connectivity</strong></td>
<td width="67%">5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 7***, Bluetooth<sup>®</sup> v 6.0</td>
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<td width="67%"><em>*Requires optimal 5G network connection, available in select markets. Check with your carrier for availability and details. Download and streaming speeds may vary based on content provider, server connection and other factors.</em></p>
<p><em>**Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment.</em></p>
<p><em>***Wi-Fi network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection and a Wifi-7 router.</em></td>
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<td colspan="2" rowspan="2" width="32%"><strong>Colours</strong></td>
<td width="67%">Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow*</p>
<p>[Samsung.com Exclusive] Green Shadow<em>**</em></td>
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<td width="67%"><em>*Availability of colour may vary by market, region or carrier.</em></p>
<p><em>**Online exclusive colours only available on Samsung.com.</em></td>
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</table>
<p><a href="#_ednref1" name="_edn1"><span>[1]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref2" name="_edn2"><span>[2]</span></a> Weight may vary by country or region.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref3" name="_edn3"><span>[3]</span></a> Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref4" name="_edn4"><span>[4]</span></a> Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref5" name="_edn5"><span>[5]</span></a> 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</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref6" name="_edn6"><span>[6]</span></a> Aspect ratios shown are approximate, based on representative model values.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref7" name="_edn7"><span>[7]</span></a> Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref8" name="_edn8"><span>[8]</span></a> Results may vary depending on lighting conditions and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref9" name="_edn9"><span>[9]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref10" name="_edn10"><span>[10]</span></a> Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra&#8217;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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref11" name="_edn11"><span>[11]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref12" name="_edn12"><span>[12]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref13" name="_edn13"><span>[13]</span></a> Results may vary based on usage.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref14" name="_edn14"><span>[14]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref15" name="_edn15"><span>[15]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref16" name="_edn16"><span>[16]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref17" name="_edn17"><span>[17]</span></a> Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref18" name="_edn18"><span>[18]</span></a> Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref19" name="_edn19"><span>[19]</span></a> Compared to previous Galaxy Z Fold models.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref20" name="_edn20"><span>[20]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref21" name="_edn21"><span>[21]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref22" name="_edn22"><span>[22]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref23" name="_edn23"><sup>[23]</sup></a> AI Assistant Activity provides visibility into eligible agent activities. Availability of agents and activities may vary by market, model and OS version.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref24" name="_edn24"><span>[24]</span></a> Exclusively available on Samsung.com.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref25" name="_edn25"><span>[25]</span></a> Colour availability may vary depending on country or carrier.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref26" name="_edn26"><span>[26]</span></a> Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Terms apply. By subscribing, you agree to terms for <span><a href="https://one.google.com/terms-of-service">Google One</a></span>, <span><a href="https://one.google.com/terms-of-service">AI Credits</a></span> and <span><a href="https://one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/3-month-unbranded-AIP-2024">offers</a></span>. 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 <span><a href="https://one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/samsung-flipfold7-6month-trial">https://one.google.com/offer/terms-and-conditions/samsung-flipfold8-6month-trial</a></span></p>
<p><a href="#_ednref27" name="_edn27"><span>[27]</span></a> Wired transfers from Android<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> devices require the receiving device to have Android<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 6.0 or later and the sending device to have Android<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 6.0 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 6.0 or later and the sending device must have Android<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 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<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 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<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/11/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref28" name="_edn28"><span>[28]</span></a> 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.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref29" name="_edn29"><span>[29]</span></a> 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 &amp; abroad: When in need of Samsung Care+ services during your travel, contact the visiting country/region&#8217;s local customer services center in advance for Samsung Care+ availability.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref30" name="_edn30"><span>[30]</span></a> Terms and Conditions Apply.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref31" name="_edn31"><span>[31]</span></a> Recommended retail prices only. Prices may vary per retailer.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref32" name="_edn32"><span>[32]</span></a> Terms and Conditions Apply.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref33" name="_edn33"><span>[33]</span></a> Terms and Conditions Apply.</p>
<p><a href="#_ednref34" name="_edn34"><span>[34]</span></a> Terms and Conditions Apply. Redeem via Google.</p>
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				<title>Samsung Introduces Flex Titanium Technology To Advance Foldable Displays</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 07:41:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Press Releases]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Flex Titanium Technology]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Foldable]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026]]></category>
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									<description><![CDATA[Samsung Electronics today unveiled new Flex Titanium technology for the next generation of Galaxy foldable devices. Built on seven generations of foldable]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Samsung Electronics today unveiled new Flex Titanium technology for the next generation of Galaxy foldable devices. Built on seven generations of foldable innovation and engineering expertise, the redesigned display structure utilizes structural and material advancements to deliver a more refined viewing experience with enhanced durability and reduced crease visibility. Made possible thanks to Samsung’s accumulated display know-how, Flex Titanium technology integrates two titanium-based components — a titanium-alloy film and a titanium plate — working together to balance slimness, flexibility and strength within the foldable display structure.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“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&amp;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.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Building on Years of Foldable Experience</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Flex Titanium: Next-Level Viewing</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>“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.”</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>The new Flex Titanium technology will debut with Samsung’s next-generation Galaxy foldable devices. Further details will be unveiled at <a href="https://news.samsung.com/za/invitation-galaxy-unpacked-july-2026-a-new-shape-unfolds" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Galaxy Unpacked.</a></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter wp-image-25674 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Flex-Titanium-Technology-Foldable-Displays_Main1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Flex-Titanium-Technology-Foldable-Displays_Main1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Flex-Titanium-Technology-Foldable-Displays_Main1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Flex-Titanium-Technology-Foldable-Displays_Main1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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				<title>[Editorial] AI Doesn’t Need To Outthink You. It Needs To Understand You</title>
				<link>https://news.samsung.com/za/editorial-ai-doesnt-need-to-outthink-you-it-needs-to-understand-you?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=direct</link>
				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:39:59 +0000</pubDate>
						<category><![CDATA[Mobile]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Editorial]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Foldable]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy AI]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Galaxy Unpacked July 2026]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Samsung KNOX]]></category>
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									<description><![CDATA[History repeats a pattern. The breakthroughs that change everything are rarely the most powerful inventions. They are the moments those inventions reach into]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>History repeats a pattern. The breakthroughs that change everything are rarely the most powerful inventions. They are the moments those inventions reach into daily life. Electricity changed society not with power plants, but when a switch appeared in homes. The internet became ours through the browser. The phone became powerful through the ecosystem of apps that grew on top of it.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>AI will be no different.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Where AI Meets People</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-25598 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-TM-Roh-Editorial_main1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-TM-Roh-Editorial_main1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-TM-Roh-Editorial_main1-844x563.jpg 844w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Samsung-Mobile-Galaxy-Unpacked-July-2026-TM-Roh-Editorial_main1-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<h3><strong>Built on Openness and Trust</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<h3></h3>
<h3><strong>The Next Chapter of Galaxy</strong></h3>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
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				<title>[Invitation] Galaxy Unpacked July 2026: A New Shape Unfolds</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 07:18:11 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[On July 22, Samsung Electronics will host Galaxy Unpacked in London, U.K. — a city that moves forward, not by chasing trends, but by setting them.   Join]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On July 22, Samsung Electronics will host Galaxy Unpacked in London, U.K. — a city that moves forward, not by chasing trends, but by setting them.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>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.</p>
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<p>The event will be streamed live on Samsung.com, <a href="https://news.samsung.com/za/">Samsung Newsroom</a> and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/samsung">Samsung’s YouTube</a> channel beginning at 3 p.m. SAST.</p>
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<p>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.</p>
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				<title>[Galaxy Unpacked 2025] A First Look at the Galaxy Z Flip7: Refining the Pocketable Foldable</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:05:36 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[On July 09, Samsung Electronics unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE at Galaxy Unpacked 2025 in Brooklyn — marking another step forward in]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span>On July 09, Samsung Electronics unveiled the Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE at Galaxy Unpacked 2025 in Brooklyn — marking another step forward in foldable innovation. </span></p>
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<p><span>The Galaxy Z Flip7 raises the bar for flip-style smartphones, combining a compact, pocketable design with intuitive AI experiences and the largest cover screen in the Galaxy Z Flip series to date. Samsung Newsroom got an exclusive early look at the Galaxy Z Flip7 during Galaxy Unpacked 2025.</span></p>
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<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-23081 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/001-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752830725587.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /></p>
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<p><span><strong>Design: Larger Window in a Slimmer Frame</strong></span></p>
<p><span>The Galaxy Z Flip7 introduces the Galaxy Z Flip series’ largest cover screen and its slimmest design yet. The standout 4.1-inch FlexWindow features ultra-thin 1.25-millimeter bezels, allowing the display to span nearly the entire cover — excluding the camera lens, for an expanded viewing experience. Everyday tasks such as checking schedules, replying to messages or using AI-powered features can be done without unfolding the device.</span><span> </span></p>
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<div id="attachment_23082" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-23082 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/002-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752830832687.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ Ultra-thin bezels allow the FlexWindow to stretch from edge to edge.</p></div>
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<p><span>When opened, a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X main display is revealed. Both the FlexWindow and main display support up to 2,600 nits of brightness, a 120-hertz refresh rate and Vision Booster technology for improved outdoor visibility — delivering clear, vivid content anytime, anywhere.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_23083" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-23083 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/003-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752830912587.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ A larger main display delivers sharper visuals.</p></div>
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<p><span>Measuring 6.5 millimetres when unfolded, 13.7 millimetres when folded and weighing 188 grams, the Galaxy Z Flip7 is the slimmest yet — refining the compactness and portability that define the Galaxy Z Flip series.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_23084" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-23084 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/004-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752831017274.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ The Galaxy Z Flip7 is 6.5 millimetres thick when unfolded, shown next to a pen for scale.</p></div>
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<p><span> A durable Armor Aluminum frame and a thinner, reinforced Armor FlexHinge improve resilience while maintaining the device’s sleek silhouette.</span></p>
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<div id="attachment_23087" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-23087 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/005-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752831347712.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="667" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ The Armor FlexHinge provides smooth, reliable folding over extended use.</p></div>
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<p><span>Inside, a 4, 300 mAh battery — the largest ever in the Galaxy Z Flip series — supports up to 31 hours of video playback for extended use with less worry about charging.</span></p>
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<h3><span><strong>Multi-modal AI and One UI 8: Ready-to-Go Personal Assistant</strong></span></h3>
<p><span>In today’s fast-paced world, relying on AI has become second nature. The Galaxy Z Flip7 takes those interactions further — offering a more intuitive, seamless experience through One UI 8, optimised for the expanded FlexWindow and advanced multimodal AI technology.</span></p>
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<p><span>For example, users planning a trip can check their schedule directly from the FlexWindow through Now Brief.</span></p>
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<p><span> <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-23095" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/006-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752832786789.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="537" /></span></p>
<div id="attachment_23096" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-23096 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/007-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752832749238.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="537" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ The FlexWindow displays information such as schedules via Now Brief.</p></div>
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<p><span>Long pressing the power button launches Google’s Gemini Live, offering travel-ready help including restaurant recommendations, weather updates and outfit suggestions using the camera.</span></p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<div id="attachment_23097" style="width: 1010px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img class="wp-image-23097 size-full" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/008-Galaxy-Unpacked-2025-A-First-Look-at-the-Galaxy-Z-Flip7-Refining-the-Pocketable-Foldable-Newsbody-e1752832878763.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="567" /><p class="wp-caption-text">▲ Gemini Live supports camera screen sharing for real-time assistance.</p></div>
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<p><span>The Galaxy Z Flip7 moves beyond design innovation, offering an AI experience that fits naturally into everyday routines. With its pocket-friendly size and built-for-anywhere features, the Galaxy Z Flip7 elevates the standard for foldables.</span></p>
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				<title>[Invitation] Galaxy Unpacked July 2025: The Ultra Experience Is Ready To Unfold</title>
				<link>https://news.samsung.com/za/invitation-galaxy-unpacked-july-2025-the-ultra-experience-is-ready-to-unfold?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=direct</link>
				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:27:29 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[For years, Samsung Electronics has designed its devices around what people truly need, such as better performance, sharper cameras and smarter ways to stay]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For years, Samsung Electronics has designed its devices around what people truly need, such as better performance, sharper cameras and smarter ways to stay connected. With Galaxy AI, it goes even further &#8211; beyond what devices can do, to how they understand, adapt to you and help you maximise your days.</p>
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<p>As AI rapidly becomes the new user interface, it’s redefining our relationship with technology. No longer just a collection of apps and tools, the smartphone is evolving into a smart companion that understands user intent and responds in real time. This transformation moves us from reaction to anticipation – where, as AI becomes the UI, intent becomes instant.</p>
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<p>The next generation of Galaxy devices is built on this vision, reimagined with an AI-powered interface and cutting-edge hardware designed to unleash their full power. The future isn’t coming, it’s already unfolding.</p>
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<p>On July 9, Samsung Electronics will host Unpacked in Brooklyn, New York – a place known for an extraordinary spirit and a distinctive history. Brooklyn is where visionary thinking and bold ideas shape the future, so it’s only fitting that Samsung unveils the latest and greatest additions to the Galaxy portfolio in a place known for its culture, creativity, and collaboration. The event will be streamed live on <a href="http://www.samsung.com/za">Samsung.com</a>, <a href="https://news.samsung.com/za">Samsung Newsroom</a>, and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/samsung">Samsung’s YouTube channel</a> beginning at 4 p.m. SAST.</p>
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<p>So, whether you&#8217;re in Jozi, Cape Town, Durban or anywhere across Mzansi, don’t miss this next leap forward in mobile innovation. Stay connected to <a href="http://news.samsung.com/za">news.samsung.com/za</a> for teasers, trailers and all the latest updates as we build up to Galaxy Unpacked 2025.</p>
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				<title>Meet the Next Chapter of Ultra</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 11:38:57 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[For years, Samsung has listened to users asking for bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. The demand is clear — an]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For years, Samsung has listened to users asking for bigger screens, better cameras and new ways to connect and create. The demand is clear — an Ultra-experience that goes beyond a simple list of upgraded features in a smaller and more portable form factor.</p>
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<p>That’s why Galaxy’s next chapter is to provide an experience that seamlessly blends artistry and engineering to elevate everyday interactions.</p>
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<p>Squeeze onto a crowded Gautrain station  for your evening commute with the device folded in hand and use voice controls to have AI find you the perfect restaurant and text your dining companion. Finish off that unsent work email during the ride, then use the powerful camera to commemorate your night out. AI-powered tools enable all-day messaging, browsing and gaming on the go, so you can focus on your life — all without weighing you down.</p>
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<p>With industry-leading hardware, cutting-edge performance and seamless AI integration optimized for the foldable format, it’s what users have come to expect from Galaxy Ultra.</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>And when it unfolds, it transforms — into a more immersive entertainment hub, a spacious workspace or a multitasking powerhouse, now enhanced by powerful Galaxy AI features designed specifically for the foldable form.</p>
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<p>The Ultra experience is ready to unfold.</p>
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				<title>Unfolding Innovation: Exploring Galaxy Z Flip Series’ Legacy of Creation and Self-Expression</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 17:26:16 +0000</pubDate>
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									<description><![CDATA[  Once revolutionary in the mobile landscape, flip phones are now an integral part of our daily lives. From their early inception to modern iterations]]></description>
																<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17681" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/1-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>Once revolutionary in the mobile landscape, flip phones are now an integral part of our daily lives. From their early inception to modern iterations like the Galaxy Z Flip series, these iconic devices have transformed how we communicate, interact and express ourselves. Over the years, the Galaxy Z Flip has evolved from a compact communication device to the ultimate tool for unleashing your creativity — empowering users to unfold a world of possibilities with a simple flip. Samsung Newsroom sat down to detail the journey of how this groundbreaking series pioneered a new era of mobile innovation.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17683" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="200" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2-1-768x154.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <img class="alignnone wp-image-17684" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/3-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<p>Following the ground-breaking launch of the Galaxy Z Fold, which has taken the mobile landscape by storm, Samsung unveiled yet another revolutionary form factor that took the mobile market by storm. Introducing the Galaxy Z Flip: a device that folded effortlessly in half and could stand upright on its own.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17685" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/4-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>With the Galaxy Z Flip, Samsung revolutionised user interaction by introducing Hideaway Hinge. Much like a laptop, the hinge allowed users to open and position their phones at any angle. Users could securely fold, angle and position their devices, saying goodbye to shaky hands and hello to picture-perfect shots — whether they were snapping a hands-free selfie or capturing a moment with friends.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17686" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/5-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>Also, Samsung released Flex mode, which automatically divided the screen into two when the device was folded. By collaborating with various partners, Samsung optimised this cutting-edge interface and enhanced usability. For example, in the camera app, users could preview the viewfinder on the top while adjusting the camera modes or lenses on the bottom. In addition, the phone supported Multi Window, enabling multitasking by simultaneously displaying different content on each screen.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17687" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/6-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="200" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/6-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/6-1-768x154.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17688" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/7-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/7-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/7-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/7-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>Continuing the legacy of the Galaxy Z Flip, the debut of the Galaxy Z Flip3 took the series’ design and performance to new heights. The expanded Cover Screen was one of the phone’s most notable upgrades, now four times larger than its predecessor. Going beyond its traditional role of displaying the time and date, the device’s Cover Screen was maximised for both self-expression and productivity. Users could unlock their creativity by customising their Cover Screen with images or GIFs and conveniently view up to eight lines of notifications and messages. What’s more, Samsung Pay transformed Cover Screens into wallets — helping users make payments in one simple step.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17689" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/8-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/8-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/8-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/8-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>The Galaxy Z Flip3 also boasted a variety of camera features that elevated the user’s photography experience to capture and share moments hands-free through Flex mode. With the addition of Auto Framing, the camera detected the location and number of people or objects within the frame and automatically adjusted the format accordingly for photos and videos. Suppose a photographer and the subject of a photo wanted to view the preview of a shot at the same time. In that case, all the user needed to do was tap the Dual Preview button at the top right-hand corner of the screen. Furthermore, users never missed a shot while striking a pose with the enhanced Quick Shot.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17690" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/9-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/9-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/9-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/9-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>Not only could the Galaxy Z Flip3 fit nearly anywhere, but it also offered improved<a href="#_ftn1" name="_ftnref1"><span><sup>[1]</sup></span></a> durability and water resistance<a href="#_ftn2" name="_ftnref2"><span><sup>[2]</sup></span></a>. The lightweight exterior was crafted from Armor Aluminum, the strongest material used in Galaxy devices to date, and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus®, safeguarding users’ smartphones for any condition. A new protective film placed on the main display improved durability by 80% compared to the previous generation.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17691" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/10-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="200" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/10-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/10-1-768x154.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17692" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/11-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/11-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/11-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/11-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>In 2022, Samsung released the Galaxy Z Flip4, complete with a host of practical features that effortlessly fit into daily routines. For instance, users could experience the convenience of the Flex mode panel<a href="#_ftn3" name="_ftnref3"><span><sup>[3]</sup></span></a> which opened a touchpad that supports a range of gestures at the bottom of their screen. Similar to the cursor of a computer mouse, users could easily control various elements with a swipe of their finger — pausing, rewinding or playing videos without picking up the device. Another feature that increased productivity was the swipe gesture, optimised for multitasking. For example, if users swiped up with two fingers, the screen split into a top and bottom half to open a new app. With the swipe gesture, Galaxy made frequently used features, such as zooming in and out or turning pages, even faster and more convenient.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17693" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/12.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/12.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/12-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/12-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>The Galaxy Z Flip4 also gave users more control than ever over their pictures. By simply pressing the side button twice, users embraced the Galaxy Z Flip4’s Quick Shot feature to capture moments and selfies without opening their phones. Now, they could even start a video on Quick Shot and easily transition to FlexCam without any interruptions. To capture the starry night sky, users could experience the all-new Nightography mode to take out-of-this-world shots, even in the dark — for bright, sharp photos with less image noise</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17694" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/13-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>The Galaxy Z Flip4 effortlessly blended high-performance capabilities with a personalised touch, truly reflecting its owner’s style. When the Bespoke Edition launched, there were new opportunities to express individuality — users could choose from a combination of five glass colours, including Yellow, White, Navy, Khaki and Red, and three frame colour options, including Silver, Gold and Black. Users could also enjoy the Galaxy Z Flip4 for even longer than the previous generation, thanks to its 400mAh larger battery<a href="#_ftn4" name="_ftnref4"><span><sup>[4]</sup></span></a>.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17695" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/14-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="200" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/14-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/14-1-768x154.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /> <img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17696" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/15.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/15.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/15-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/15-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>This year, Samsung released the Galaxy Z Flip5, delivering the most stylish, unique foldable experience yet. Built for self-expression and complete with an innovative design and customisable functions, the prominent feature is the upgraded Flex Window that is 3.78 times larger than its predecessor’s Cover Screen.</p>
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<p><em><span><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17697" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/16-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/16-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/16-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/16-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></span></em></p>
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<p>Thanks to the larger screen<a href="#_ftn5" name="_ftnref5"><span><sup>[5]</sup></span></a>, the Galaxy Z Flip5 offers more usability than ever before. With Flex Window, users can easily check and control Widgets, including the weather, stock market and music, without ever unfolding their phones. To see all Widgets at a glance, simply pinch the screen to activate the Multi Widget View function. The wider Cover Screen and fully accessible QWERTY keyboard make checking and responding to phone calls and messages even easier.</p>
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<p><em><span><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17698" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/17-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/17-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/17-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/17-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></span></em></p>
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<p>The new Flex Window provides the most versatile camera experience on a Samsung Galaxy smartphone to date. To snap a selfie with the rear camera, users can conveniently check their smile on the Flex Window before capturing stunning, hands-free photos from creative angles before correcting the colour and tone. The camera-stabilising Super Steady feature also ensures that users take smooth shots on the go. With improved Nightography capabilities to optimise photos in low lighting and digital 10X zoom, users can unleash their creativity anywhere, anytime and at any angle.</p>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17699" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/18-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/18-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/18-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/18-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>Now, there are even more ways to customise your Galaxy Z Flip5 inside and out. For instance, the new Flipsuit Case<a href="#_ftn6" name="_ftnref6"><span><sup>[6]</sup></span></a> is equipped with a changeable NFC card, called Flipsuit Card so users can coordinate their Flex Window design and case design for even more personalisation options.</p>
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<h3><strong>The Future of Flip Phones Is Here</strong></h3>
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<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-17700" src="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/19-1.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="563" srcset="https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/19-1.jpg 1000w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/19-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https://img.global.news.samsung.com/za/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/19-1-768x432.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
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<p>Building on its history of flipping the script, Samsung has delivered a history of mobile experiences that enhanced everyday life. Each device packed a variety of features that pushed the boundaries of mobile innovation. The Galaxy Z Flip series has been an exceptional entrant in the smartphone industry with its screen folding technology and showed just how powerful flippable phones can be with every new edition. Samsung will continue to challenge conventional notions of the smartphone through the Galaxy Z Flip series as it unfolds new and extraordinary possibilities for users everywhere.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref1" name="_ftn1"><span><em>[1]</em></span></a><em> Compared with the Galaxy Z Flip2</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref2" name="_ftn2"><span>[2]</span></a><span> Galaxy Z Filp3 5G is rated as IPX8. IPX8 is based on test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use. Not dust resistant.</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref3" name="_ftn3"><span>[3]</span></a> <em>Flex mode panel is also supported on Galaxy Z Fold4. Flex mode must first be activated via Labs in Settings. Certain applications may not support Flex mode.</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref4" name="_ftn4"><span>[4]</span></a> <em>Compared with the Galaxy Z Flip3</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref5" name="_ftn5"><span>[5]</span></a> <em>Compared with the Galaxy Z Flip4</em></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="#_ftnref6" name="_ftn6"><span>[6]</span></a> <em>Accessories sold separately. Model and colour availability may vary by market or carrier.</em></span></p>
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