{
  "id": 5113206,
  "title": "Amazon slashes $300 off the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra in its first price drop",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/amazon-slashes-300-off-the-galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra-in-its-first-price",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-02T14:55:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Android Authority",
    "slug": "android-authority",
    "url": "https://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra-deal-3706325/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Amazon has announced a price reduction of $300 on the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, bringing its new retail price down to $1,799.99 from the initial $2,099.99 listed. This discount represents a 14% reduction from the recommended retail price and marks Amazon's first price adjustment for the recently released foldable device. Positioned above the standard Z Fold 8, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is Samsung's first Ultra foldable model, designed with a thinner and lighter build intended for premium productivity. Featuring a unique book-style phone design, it incorporates a larger 6.5-inch cover display and an 8-inch main folding display, accompanied by a more refined inner-panel resolution. Under the hood, the device boasts top-tier hardware, including a premium Snapdragon chip, and emphasizes advanced AI capabilities for multitasking and on-device experiences. In terms of battery, it is equipped with a substantial 5,000mAh cell, accompanied by faster wired charging speeds compared to earlier Fold models. The standout feature of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is its impressive 200MP main sensor camera, which distinguishes it from the regular Z Fold 8 model. At its discounted price of $1,799.99 on Amazon, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra becomes a more attractive option for potential buyers, offering enhanced features and performance at a more accessible price point.",
  "summary": "Amazon cuts the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to $1,799.99, making Samsung’s new foldable much more tempting.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Verge",
        "title": "Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra hits its lowest price since launch",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/samsungs-galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra-hits-its-lowest-price-since-launch",
        "published": "2026-09-01T16:48:45.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "9to5Mac",
        "title": "New iPhone Ultra details arrive for specs, multitasking, launch timing, more",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/new-iphone-ultra-details-arrive-for-specs-multitasking-launch-timing",
        "published": "2026-09-01T20:25:36.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "Galaxy S27 Ultra could go Exynos again, and this time, Snapdragon fans might get jealous",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/galaxy-s27-ultra-could-go-exynos-again-and-this-time-snapdragon-fans",
        "published": "2026-09-02T11:43:24.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}