Samsung just reshaped its foldable lineup. For the first time ever, Indian buyers get three distinct foldable choices instead of two, alongside fresh Galaxy Watch models — all unveiled at Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event in London.
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A New Three-Way Foldable Split
Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold8, and Galaxy Z Flip8 at its Unpacked event on July 22, 2026, according to CNBC’s launch coverage. The move splits Samsung’s traditional Fold line into two tiers for the first time, with the standard Z Fold8 introducing a wider, 4:3 screen ratio designed for a better content-viewing experience, while the Ultra variant sits above it as the premium flagship option.
Samsung also confirmed the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 alongside the foldables, rounding out a broad hardware refresh timed just ahead of Apple’s rumored entry into the foldable market. The Z Fold8 is also being called Samsung’s lightest Fold yet, according to 91mobiles’ launch report.

India Pricing at a Glance
| Model | Configuration | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | 12GB/256GB | 1,99,999 |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | 12GB/512GB | 2,19,999 |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | 16GB/1TB | 2,59,999 |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | 12GB/256GB | 1,79,999 |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | 12GB/512GB | 1,99,999 |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | 16GB/1TB | 2,39,999 |
| Galaxy Z Flip8 | 12GB/256GB | 1,24,999 |
| Galaxy Z Flip8 | 12GB/512GB | 1,44,999 |

Why the Price Bump Matters
Both the Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip8 come in $100 pricier than their predecessors globally, a jump Samsung has attributed to rising memory chip costs, per CNBC’s report. Industry analysts note the increase is smaller than expected, suggesting Samsung is absorbing part of the cost rather than passing it all onto buyers — a sign of how competitive the premium foldable segment has become.
For readers weighing which foldable fits their budget, our foldable phone comparisons and latest Samsung launch coverage break down how this year’s lineup stacks up against last year’s Fold7 and Flip7.

Should You Upgrade?
If content consumption and multitasking top your list, the wider-screen Z Fold8 Ultra is the standout this generation. Budget-conscious foldable fans, meanwhile, will find the Z Flip8 remains the most accessible entry point into Samsung’s foldable ecosystem.





