The Shorter Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Has Been Revealed Alongside The Z Fold 8 Ultra And Z Flip 8

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Samsung has revealed plans to launch three foldable models this year: the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Flip, and a newly designed Galaxy Z Fold 8 that introduces a fresh form factor.

Finally, the long‑awaited device arrives—a compact foldable boasting a 7.6‑inch inner display and a 5.5‑inch outer screen. It supports three distinct aspect ratios: a 4:3 landscape mode ideal for video playback, a 3:4 portrait layout that turns the phone into a miniature e‑reader, and a 10:16 cover view perfect for quick social media scrolling. Each panel delivers an impressive 3,000‑nit peak brightness and features an anti‑reflective coating on the exterior.

The Fold 8 is remarkably lightweight at just 201 grams, making it the lightest foldable available. Its camera suite includes a 50‑megapixel ultra‑wide and wide sensor with 2× optical zoom, complemented by 10‑megapixel cover and main cameras. Powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy and backed by a 4,800‑mAh battery, the device promises robust performance and endurance.

Samsung’s latest foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, launches on August 14, offering four exclusive hues—Cream, Graphite, Lavender, and Pistachio—while pre‑orders are already open at the following price points.

Samsung’s flagship Fold 8 Ultra arrives slimmer than ever, measuring a mere 4.1 mm—just a hair thicker than its USB‑C port—and it opens with a noticeably lighter touch. The camera suite boasts a 200‑megapixel main sensor, mirroring the S26 Ultra, complemented by a first‑ever 50‑megapixel ultra‑wide lens and a 10‑megapixel 3× optical zoom. On the display front, a 3,000‑nit panel with anti‑reflective coating and a sharp 422 DPI resolution is tucked behind a new flex‑titanium chassis that houses an OLED screen and a titanium plate. Powering the device is a 5,000‑mAh battery that supports magnetic charging, 45‑W wired super‑fast charging, and 20‑W wireless charging, all driven by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, which introduces real‑time ambient nudges that adapt to your on‑screen activity.

The Fold 8 Ultra also debuts on August 14, available in four Samsung‑exclusive shades—Cream, Graphite, Violet Shadow, and Green Shadow—while pre‑orders are now open at the following price tiers.

Samsung’s latest Galaxy Z Flip 8 trims the bulk, weighing in at a mere 180 grams—13 % slimmer and 3.9 % lighter than its predecessor. While the camera lineup remains unchanged, the device now features a revamped front‑screen home window that lets users launch apps directly from the flip side. Beyond that, the update keeps the core experience familiar.

The new model will hit the market on August 14, arriving in Cream, Graphite, Pink, and a Samsung‑exclusive Mint shade. Pre‑orders are already open, with pricing details listed below.

Samsung is also pushing the watch frontier with the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, which boasts a 35 % larger battery, the cutting‑edge Snapdragon Wear Elite processor for snappier performance, a 1.52‑inch display that can reach 5,000 nits of peak brightness, and a slimmer, lighter form factor—12 % thinner and 25 % lighter. The refreshed edition introduces trail‑running and diving modes, along with new health metrics and fitness indices.

The Galaxy Watch 9 follows suit, shedding 25 % of its weight, extending its battery life by 20 %, and sporting a brighter 3,000‑nit display—all powered by the same Snapdragon Wear Elite chip to deliver a noticeably faster experience.

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 8 is slated to launch on August 14, with launch prices beginning at $1,299 AUD for the flagship variant and $649 for the base model. Pre‑orders are now open, letting early adopters secure their devices ahead of the official release.