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Samsung Wipes Instagram, Teases Galaxy Z Fold 8 Launch

7/1/2026

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On June 30, 2026, Samsung erased most of its Instagram accounts and posted teaser videos for the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
The videos cut a photo, a pizza slice, and a puzzle piece, hinting at a shorter, wider, boxier fold.
A pink-purple ombre “8” in one teaser confirms the imminent eighth-generation model.
Leaks this week suggest a launch on July 22, 2026, while a “Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra” will retain the prior design.

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Story summary

On June 30, 2026, Samsung erased most of its Instagram accounts and posted teaser videos for the Galaxy Z Fold 8.
The videos cut a photo, a pizza slice, and a puzzle piece, hinting at a shorter, wider, boxier fold.
A pink-purple ombre “8” in one teaser confirms the imminent eighth-generation model.
Leaks this week suggest a launch on July 22, 2026, while a “Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra” will retain the prior design.