Samsung has launched three foldable phones for the first time ever: the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and the Galaxy Z Flip 8. Alongside these, two new smartwatches, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 9, also made their debut. Here’s a rundown of what is new.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 9: Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 price in India for 256GB variant is set at Rs 1,79,999; the 512GB model is priced at Rs 1,99,999; and the 1TB version is priced at Rs 2,39,999. The phone is launched in Lavender, Graphite and Cream colour options. There is an online-exclusive colour Pistachio. The phone will be available for purchase starting August 7.The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will be available in three storage and memory configurations. The base variant offers 12GB RAM with 256GB storage and is priced at Rs 1,99,999. The 12GB RAM + 512GB storage model is priced at Rs 2,19,999, while the top-end model comes with 16GB RAM and 1TB storage and is priced at Rs 2,59,999.Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 price in India starts at Rs 1,24,999 for the base variant which packs 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. Samsung offers a second variant with 12GB RAM and 512GB storage capacity. It is priced at Rs 1,44,999. Graphite, Cream and Pink are the colour options that a buyer can choose from. The smartphone is up for pre-orders on Samsung India website.The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is priced at Rs 69,999, while the Galaxy Watch 9 starts at Rs 38,999 for the Bluetooth variant. Both are up for pre-order in India from July 22, with sales opening on August 7. Pricing for the new foldables is expected to follow shortly.
| Product | Variants | Price | Availability | Colour Options |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 | Single variant | Rs 69,999 | Pre-order from July 22; Sales from Aug 7 | – |
| Galaxy Watch 9 | Bluetooth variant | Rs 38,999 | Pre-order from July 22; Sales from Aug 7 | – |
| Galaxy Z Fold 8 | 256GB | Rs 1,79,999 | Sales from Aug 7 | Lavender, Graphite, Cream, Pistachio (online-exclusive) |
| 512GB | Rs 1,99,999 | Sales from Aug 7 | Same as above | |
| 1TB | Rs 2,39,999 | Sales from Aug 7 | Same as above | |
| Galaxy Z Flip 8 | 12GB + 256GB | Rs 1,24,999 | Pre-order on Samsung India site | Graphite, Cream, Pink |
| 12GB + 512GB | Rs 1,44,999 | Pre-order on Samsung India site | Same as above | |
| Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra | 12GB + 256GB | Rs 1,99,999 | – | – |
| 12GB + 512GB | Rs 2,19,999 | – | – | |
| 16GB + 1TB | Rs 2,59,999 | – | – |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Lighter, built for everyday use
The standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 is Samsung’s lightest Fold yet. It sports a 7.6-inch main screen and a 5.5-inch cover display, both running at 120Hz, with the main panel reaching up to 3,000 nits of brightness for better outdoor visibility. Under the hood sits Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, paired with up to 16GB RAM and storage options going up to 1TB. It runs Android 17 with One UI 9 on top, carries an IP48 rating for dust and water resistance, and packs a 4,800mAh battery that Samsung says can charge up to 67% in half an hour. On the camera front, you get a dual 50MP setup along with features like Dual Recording and auto-tracking selfies through My FanCam.
| Display | Main Screen | 7.6-inch QXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1,848 x 2,448), 403ppi 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz) Vision booster |
| *Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8’s Main Screen size is 7.6-inch in the full rectangle and 7.6-inch accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners. | ||
| Cover Screen | 5.5-inch WUXGA+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1,248 x 1,972), 428ppi 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz) Vision booster | |
| *Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8’s Cover Screen size is 5.4-inch in a full rectangle and 5.5-inch accounting for the rounded corners. The actual viewable area is smaller due to the rounded corners and camera hole. | ||
| Dimension & Weight | Folded | 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm |
| Unfolded | 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5mm | |
| *The thickness of Galaxy Z Fold8 when unfolded does not include the frame of the Main Screen. | ||
| Weight | 201g | |
| Camera | Cover Camera | 10MP Selfie Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 85˚ |
| Main Camera | 10MP Main Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 100˚ | |
| Rear Dual Camera | 50MP Wide-angle Camera Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 85, 2X optical quality zoom | |
| 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera Quad Pixel AF, F1.9, Pixel size: 0.7μm, FOV: 120˚ | ||
| AP | Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | |
| *Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. | ||
| Memory & Storage | 16GB Memory with 1TB internal storage 12GB Memory with 512GB internal storage 12GB Memory with 256GB internal storage | |
| *Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software. Memory option may vary by market. | ||
| Battery | 4,800mAh(typical) dual battery | |
| *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 4,660mAh for Galaxy Z Fold8. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. | ||
| Charging | Wired Charging*: Up to 63% charge in around 30min. with 45W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable** Fast Wireless Charging with 20W*** Wireless PowerShare**** | |
| *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. **45W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. ***Wireless charging compatible with WPC. ****Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging. May not work with certain accessories, covers, or other brand devices. It may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment. | ||
| Water Resistance | IP48 | |
| *Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters 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. | ||
| OS | Android 17 One UI 9 | |
| Network & Connectivity | 5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 7***, Bluetooth® v6.0 | |
| *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. **Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. ***Wi-Fi 7 network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection and a Wi-Fi 7 router. | ||
| Colors | Graphite, Cream, Lavender* [Samsung.com Exclusive] Pistachio** | |
| *Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier. **Online exclusive colors only available on Samsung.com. | ||
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra: The premium foldable for power users
Sitting above the standard Fold is the new Z Fold 8 Ultra, which brings Samsung’s “Ultra” branding to foldables for the first time. It gets an 8-inch main display and a 6.5-inch cover screen, both hitting 3,000 nits peak brightness, and unfolds to just 4.1mm thick. The same Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip powers it, but the standout upgrade is the camera: A 200MP main sensor joined by a 50MP ultra-wide and a 10MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom. It’s also the first Samsung foldable to carry a 5,000mAh battery, and it comes with seven years of promised OS and security updates, plus deeper Galaxy AI tools like Gemini Notebook and Now Brief.
| Display | Main Screen | 8.0-inch QXGA+* Dynamic AMOLED 2X (2,504 x 2,256), 422ppi 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz) Vision booster |
| *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. | ||
| Cover Screen | 6.5-inch FHD+* Dynamic AMOLED 2X Display (1,080 x 2,520), 422ppi 120Hz adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz) Vision booster | |
| *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. | ||
| Dimension & Weight | Folded | 72.8 x 158.4 x 8.9mm |
| Unfolded | 143.2 x 158.4 x 4.1mm | |
| *The thickness of Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra when unfolded does not include the frame of the Main Screen. | ||
| Weight | 215g | |
| Camera | Cover Camera | 10MP Selfie Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 85˚ |
| Main Camera | 10MP Main Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 100˚ | |
| Rear Triple Camera | 200MP Wide-angle Camera Quad Pixel AF, OIS, F1.7, Pixel size: 0.6μm, FOV: 85˚, 2X optical quality zoom | |
| 50MP Ultra-Wide Camera Quad Pixel AF, F1.9, Pixel size: 0.7μm, FOV: 120˚ | ||
| 10MP Telephoto Camera PDAF, OIS, F2.4, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 36˚, 3X optical zoom | ||
| AP | Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | |
| *Snapdragon is a product of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated. | ||
| Memory & Storage | 16GB Memory with 1TB internal storage 12GB Memory with 512GB internal storage 12GB Memory with 256GB internal storage | |
| *Availability may vary by market or channel. Actual storage space may vary by market, model, file size and format. | ||
| Battery | 5,000mAh(typical) dual battery | |
| *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. | ||
| Charging | Wired Charging*: Up to 67% charge in around 30 min. with 45W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable** Fast Wireless Charging with 20W*** Wireless PowerShare**** | |
| *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. **45W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. ***Wireless charging compatible with WPC. ****Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging. May not work with certain accessories, covers, or other brand devices. It may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment. | ||
| Water Resistance | IP48 | |
| *Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters 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. | ||
| OS | Android 17 One UI 9 | |
| Network & Connectivity | 5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 7***, Bluetooth® v 6.0 | |
| *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. **Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. ***Wi-Fi network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection and a Wifi-7 router. | ||
| Colors | Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow* [Samsung.com Exclusive] Green Shadow** | |
| *Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier. **Online exclusive colors only available on Samsung.com. | ||
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8: AI comes to the cover screen
The Galaxy Z Flip 8 gets a reworked FlexWindow that now functions as an AI-native interface, letting users check updates, trigger automations, or respond to voice commands without ever opening the phone. The phone houses a 6.9-inch main display. Interestingly, Samsung has switched to its own Exynos 2600 chipset here instead of Qualcomm silicon. Camera-wise, the Flip 8 sticks to Samsung’s FlexCam formula with a 50MP main sensor and a 50MP wide-angle lens, adding tools like FlipShot and Mirror View for framing selfies using the cover screen. A 4,300mAh battery rounds things off, with seven years of software support promised as well.
| Display | Main Screen | 6.9-inch FHD+* Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz Adaptive refresh rate (1~120Hz) (1080 x 2520) 400ppi Vision booster |
| *Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip8’s Main Screen size is 6.9-inch in the full rectangle and 6.8-inch accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole. | ||
| Cover Screen | 4.1-inch Super AMOLED Display* 60/120Hz refresh rate 948 x 1048, 342 PPI Vision booster | |
| *Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Flip8’s Cover Screen size is 4.1-inch in the full rectangular form; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole. | ||
| Dimension & Weight | Folded | 75.4 x 85.7 x 13.1mm |
| Unfolded | 75.4 x 166.9 x 6.1mm | |
| *The thickness of Galaxy Z Flip8 when unfolded does not include the frame of the Main Screen. | ||
| Weight | 180g | |
| Camera | Front Camera | 10MP Selfie Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 85˚ |
| Rear Dual Camera | 50MP Wide-angle Camera Dual Pixel AF, OIS, F1.8, Pixel size: 1.0μm, FOV: 85˚, 2X optical quality zoom | |
| 12MP Ultra-Wide Camera F2.2, Pixel size: 1.12μm, FOV: 123˚ | ||
| AP | Exynos2600 | |
| Memory & Storage | 12GB Memory with 512GB internal storage 12GB Memory with 256GB internal storage | |
| *Available storage capacity is subject to preloaded software. Memory option may vary by market. | ||
| Battery | 4,300mAh (typical) dual battery | |
| *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 4174mAh for Galaxy Z Flip8. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors. | ||
| Charging | Wired Charging*: Up to 55% charge in around 30min. with 25W Adapter and 3A USB-C cable** Fast Wireless Charging with 15W*** Wireless PowerShare**** | |
| *Wired charging compatible with QC2.0 and AFC. Results from internal Samsung lab tests, conducted with 25W 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. **25W Power Adapter sold separately. Use only Samsung-approved chargers and cables. ***Wireless charging compatible with WPC. ****Wireless PowerShare is limited to Samsung or other brand smartphones with WPC Qi wireless charging. May not work with certain accessories, covers, or other brand devices. It may affect call reception or data services, depending on your network environment. | ||
| Water Resistance | IP48 | |
| *Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters 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. | ||
| OS | Android 17 One UI 9 | |
| Network & Connectivity | 5G*, LTE**, Wi-Fi 7***, Bluetooth® v5.4 | |
| *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. **Availability of LTE model varies by market and carrier. Actual speed may vary depending on market, carrier, and user environment. ***Wi-Fi 7 network availability may vary by market, network provider and user environment. Requires optimal connection and a Wi-Fi TBD router. | ||
| Colors | Graphite, Cream, Pink* [Samsung.com Exclusive] Mint** | |
| *Availability of color may vary by market, region or carrier. **Online exclusive colors only available on Samsung.com. | ||
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 9: Health tracking gets smarter
On the wearables side, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 headlines with a claimed 5,000-nit display – which Samsung says is a first for smartwatches – built into a rugged titanium body with 10ATM and IP69K ratings, making it fit for serious diving. A dedicated diving app built with Mares is coming later this year, alongside features like Trail Run and Nutrition Alert for outdoor athletes.The more affordable Galaxy Watch 9 comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes, running on the same processor as the Ultra 2 but with a lighter aluminium build and less rugged durability rating. Both watches share the same underlying health engine, including an FDA-cleared Sleep Apnea detection feature, Heart Health Score, and Daily Cardio Load tracking.
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