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Samsung unveils thinner, lighter Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 series

From Hankyoreh · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Samsung Electronics unveiled its new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 series, featuring thinner and lighter designs.
  • The Fold 8 Ultra boasts the thinnest foldable profile at 8.9mm, while the Flip 8 is the lightest in its series at 180g.
  • The new devices, incorporating 'Flex Titanium' technology for enhanced durability and portability, will be available globally starting August 7, with pre-orders beginning July 28 in South Korea.

Samsung Electronics has launched its latest foldable smartphone lineup, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 series, at the 'Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026' event. The new models emphasize portability with significantly reduced weight and thickness, building on the company's innovation in foldable technology.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra stands out as the thinnest foldable device to date, measuring just 8.9mm when folded. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 also achieves a new benchmark for its series, being the thinnest at 6.1mm when unfolded and the lightest at 180g. These advancements are attributed to Samsung's 'Flex Titanium' technology, which leverages the strength and lightness of titanium to decrease dimensions while increasing durability. Precision engineering further enhances the devices' ability to withstand repeated folding.

In addition to the foldable phones, Samsung also introduced the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 and Galaxy Watch 9. The Watch Ultra 2 is the slimmest Galaxy Watch ever and offers the largest battery capacity. It features a new trail running function to help users manage speed and reduce injury risk by tracking altitude, elevation gain, and terrain. Its water resistance has also been significantly improved for diving.

The Galaxy Watch 9 boasts a 20% battery capacity increase over its predecessor and introduces new health monitoring features focused on sleep, cardiovascular health, and recovery. Both new smartwatches, along with the foldable phones, will be available worldwide starting August 7. Pre-orders for the Galaxy Z series in South Korea will run from July 28 to August 3.

The new Galaxy Z series includes three models: the Galaxy Z Fold 8, optimized for content immersion; the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, designed for maximum productivity; and the Galaxy Z Flip 8, tailored for self-expression and AI experiences. The devices come in Graphite and Cream colors, with exclusive additional colors available for specific models through Samsung's online store and flagship stores.

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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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