Overview
- Samsung launched a social-media teaser campaign in early July using the tagline “New Shape, New Joy” that visually hints at a shorter, wider Galaxy Z Fold design.
- Leaked cases, dummy units and renders from multiple tipsters now point to three phones: a wide Galaxy Z Fold 8 as the base model, a taller Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra as the higher‑spec option, and a Galaxy Z Flip 8.
- Near-final leaks and spec sheets claim the Fold 8 will use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy with 12GB of RAM, a 7.6‑inch main foldable display, a 5.5‑inch cover screen and about a 4,800mAh battery.
- Official promotional material in Malaysia that makes an RM700 pre‑registration voucher valid from July 22, combined with multiple reports, strongly suggests Samsung plans a Galaxy Unpacked reveal on July 22 and that European starting prices may be roughly €1,999 for the Fold 8, €2,199 for the Fold 8 Ultra and €1,299 for the Flip 8.
- If confirmed, the split strategy changes Samsung’s product choice by trading camera and traditional proportions for a roomier 4:3‑style inner screen, which will force buyers to choose based on shape and use case and will require new cases and accessories because the wider Fold will not fit existing Fold 7 gear.