At the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event in London, Samsung made one of its biggest leaps yet in foldable tech and wearables. Introducing a brand-new “Ultra” tier to its foldable lineup, a reimagined wide-format Fold, a refined Flip, and next-generation smartwatches, the 8th-generation Galaxy ecosystem focuses heavily on Flex Titanium durability and deeper Gemini-powered Galaxy AI integration.
Foldables: Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Fold 8 & Flip 8
For the first time, Samsung has split the Fold series into two distinct form factors: a sleek, passport-style Galaxy Z Fold 8 designed for easy handling, and a maxed-out Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra built for extreme power users. Joining them is the refreshed Galaxy Z Flip 8.
1. Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra — The Ultimate Powerhouse
The Z Fold 8 Ultra debuts as the undisputed flagship of the lineup:
- Displays: A massive 8.0-inch QXGA+ internal screen and a comfortable 6.5-inch outer cover screen, both delivering 3,000 nits of peak brightness.
- Ultra-Slim Build: Unfolds to an astonishing 4.1 mm thinness using Samsung’s new Flex Titanium display plate structure for improved crease reduction and structural strength.
- Pro-Grade Cameras: Features a 200 MP primary camera, a new 50 MP ultra-wide lens, and a 10 MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom.
- Performance & Power: Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, backed by a 5,000 mAh battery (45W wired / 20W wireless charging) and expanded graphite cooling.
2. Galaxy Z Fold 8 — Reimagined Wide Form Factor
The standard Z Fold 8 departs from the tall, narrow design of past generations in favor of a wider, passport-style shape:
- Wide Aspect Ratio: Features a 5.5-inch outer cover screen that unfolds into a 7.6-inch inner display with a 4:3 aspect ratio—ideal for multitasking, reading, and side-by-side app view.
- World’s Lightest Fold: Weighs just 201 grams and measures 4.5 mm unfolded.
- Specs: Ships with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 4,800 mAh battery, a dual 50 MP camera setup (main + ultra-wide), and IP48 water/dust protection.
3. Galaxy Z Flip 8 — AI-Infused Clamshell
The Z Flip 8 focuses on ergonomic refinements and deeper cover-screen functionality:
- FlexWindow Cover Screen: The expanded 4.1-inch Super AMOLED cover display now lets you run hands-free Gemini requests, access notifications via Now Brief, and manage apps without opening the phone.
- Main Display & Build: Unfolds to a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel. It weighs 180 grams and measures 6.1 mm unfolded.
Galaxy Z Series & Wearables At a Glance
| Feature / Device | Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra | Galaxy Z Fold 8 | Galaxy Z Flip 8 | Galaxy Watch 9 | Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 |
| Main Display / Size | 8.0″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.6″ 4:3 Aspect Ratio | 6.9″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 40mm / 44mm | 47mm Squircle Titanium |
| Cover Screen | 6.5″ FHD+ | 5.5″ WUXGA+ | 4.1″ FlexWindow | — | — |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Exynos 2600 / Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon Wear Elite | Snapdragon Wear Elite |
| Main Cameras | 200 MP + 50 MP UW + 10 MP Tele | 50 MP Main + 50 MP UW | 50 MP Main + 12 MP UW | BioActive Health Sensor | BioActive Health Sensor |
| Battery & Charging | 5,000 mAh (45W) | 4,800 mAh (45W) | 4,300 mAh (25W) | Up to 40 Hours | 800 mAh (Multi-day GPS) |
| Weight / Unfolded | 215g / 4.1 mm | 201g / 4.5 mm | 180g / 6.1 mm | ~28g – 33g | ~61g |
| Price (USD – $) | $2,099 | $1,899 | $1,199 | $349 | $699 |
| Price (EUR – €) | €2,199 | €1,999 | €1,249 | €379 | €699 |
| Price (GBP – £) | £1,899 | £1,749 | £1,049 | £319 | £599 |
| Price (INR – ₹) | ₹1,99,999 | ₹1,79,999 | ₹1,24,999 | ₹38,999 | ₹64,999 |
Note: Prices reflect base storage and connectivity models and may vary slightly based on regional taxes, retail promotions, and active trade-in offers. Battery capacities and exact dimensions for the Galaxy Watch 9 vary between the 40mm and 44mm case sizes.
Next-Gen Wearables: Galaxy Watch 9 & Watch Ultra 2
Alongside the phones, Samsung unveiled its newest wristwear, built on the fast Snapdragon Wear Elite platform and running upgraded One UI Watch.
Galaxy Watch 9 — Daily Wellness Companion
Available in 40 mm and 44 mm sizes, the Galaxy Watch 9 brings refined ergonomics and new AI-driven health tracking:
- Vitals & Sleep Insights: Introduces advanced heart-rate variability (HRV) analysis, sleep apnea detection, and personalized daily energy scores.
- Now Nudge Sync: Works directly with your Galaxy phone to suggest context-aware reminders based on your stress level, schedule, and movement.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 — For Extreme Athletes & Outdoor Adventure
Designed for durability and long excursions:
- Display: Features a 47 mm squircle titanium body with a 5,000-nit outdoor screen.
- Battery Life: Packed with a 800 mAh battery for multi-day GPS tracking.
- Specialized Outdoor Tools: Features dedicated Trail Run tracking, Nutrition Alerting, and a new Diving App with depth recording.
Key Software Upgrade: Agentic Galaxy AI & One UI 9
All new devices ship with One UI 9 (Android 17) and 7 years of OS/security updates. Key software additions include:
- Gemini Intelligence: Multimodal AI capable of controlling actions across 40+ supported apps using natural voice or screen context.
- Gemini Notebook: A persistent workspace that organizes notes, voice clips, and documents, allowing you to generate visual summaries or audio recaps via drag-and-drop split view.
- Now Brief & Now Nudge: Proactive daily cards that surface relevant tasks, schedule checks, and location info directly on the foldables’ displays.