Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 expected to launch in July 2026

11 articles · Updated · Android Central · May 7

Leaks point to a July 22 release, with Galaxy Unpacked likely held in London and pre-orders opening one to two weeks earlier.
Rumoured upgrades include a 5,000mAh battery, 45W charging, an eight-inch crease-less display and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, though prices could rise above the Fold 7's $1,999 start.
Samsung is under pressure to outdo the Fold 6 and compete with Google's Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Motorola's Razr Fold, while likely still omitting S Pen support.

With Apple's thinner iPhone Fold looming, can the Z Fold 8's upgrades justify its premium price tag?

Is Samsung abandoning power users by ditching the S Pen just as competitors embrace styluses?