started · updated
Samsung set to launch Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra foldable smartphone
Samsung has officially registered the name Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra with the Bluetooth SIG, confirming that the device will be unveiled next month, likely in July 2026. The ultra‑foldable will feature a 6.5‑inch outer display and an 8‑inch flexible inner screen, powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage, and run One UI 9.0. Battery capacity is 5 000 mAh with 45 W wired fast‑charging, and the line will be paired with a premium carbon‑fiber “Standing Case” that Samsung has filed for protection in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom and South Korea.
Foldable phones are becoming a mainstream trend in Central America, with brands such as Motorola introducing Razr‑70 Ultra and Razr Fold models that emphasize AI‑driven features, reinforced hinges and durable Gorilla Glass Ceramic screens. Consumers are attracted by the tablets‑like experience when unfolded and the enhanced productivity tools that integrate services like Gemini, Copilot and Perplexity. The growing market shows that foldables are moving from niche gadgets to a significant segment of the mobile industry.