{
  "id": 17258,
  "title": "Galaxy Z Fold 8: Everything we know",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/07/31/galaxy-z-fold-8-everything-we-know",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-07-31T21:19:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Digital Trends",
    "slug": "digital-trends",
    "url": "https://www.digitaltrends.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-8-everything-you-need-to-know-about-samsungs-palm-friendly-foldable-phone/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8, a foldable smartphone designed to address previous issues with its predecessors. At Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, 2026, Samsung showcased the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip 8 alongside the Fold 8. This new design features a shorter, wider, passport-shaped form factor, making the cover screen more comfortable to use one-handedly. The phone also boasts a wider inner screen, eliminating the black bars typically seen on previous models.\n\nThe Galaxy Z Fold 8 will be priced at $1,899.99 for the base 256GB configuration in the US, with higher storage options priced at $2,099.99 for 512GB and $2,499 for 1TB. Pre-orders began on July 22, 2026, and the phone is set to become generally available on August 7, 2026. It will be sold through various retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Samsung Experience Stores, Samsung.com, and carrier partners such as AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon.\n\nDesign-wise, the Fold 8 marks a significant departure from previous foldables from Samsung. Previous models were tall and thin, resembling a candy bar. The Fold 8, however, has a wider footprint and slimmer profile, making it feel less top-heavy in hand. The device is Samsung's lightest Fold yet, weighing in at just 201 grams. Features like Flex Titanium, Advanced Armor Aluminum frame, and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 and Victus 2 contribute to its lightweight construction and durability. The phone is available in three colors: Graphite, Cream, and Lavender, with a exclusive Pistachio shade for Samsung.com.\n\nInside, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 features two Dynamic AMOLED 2X panels - a 5.5-inch cover display at 1,248 x 1,972 (428ppi) and a 7.6-inch inner display at 1,848 x 2,448 (403ppi). Both panels support up to 120Hz refresh rates. The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 \"For Galaxy\" chipset, paired with 12GB of RAM for the 256GB and 512GB configurations, and up to 16GB for the 1TB model. The phone runs on One UI 9 on top of Android 17, with Samsung's Galaxy AI suite tailored for the foldable form factor. Key features include Nudge, My FanCam, and Photo Assist, along with broader lineup features like Now Brief and Gemini Intelligence.",
  "summary": "The Galaxy Z Fold8 has left the rumor mill behind. Samsung confirmed the specs, the price, and the release date, and the wider design delivers as promised.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Google",
        "title": "Review: The Galaxy Z Fold 8’s new shape isn’t for you – it’s for everyone",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/07/31/review-the-galaxy-z-fold-8s-new-shape-isnt-for-you-its-for-everyone",
        "published": "2026-07-31T13:30:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}