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Samsung Unveils Galaxy Z Fold 8, Ultra Starting at £1,699

8/10/2026

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Samsung Electronics launched the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at £1,699 and the Fold 8 Ultra at £1,899.
The Fold 8 has two 10-megapixel selfie cameras, two 50-megapixel rear cameras, and no telephoto lens.
Samsung says the battery lasts 1,200 cycles at 80% capacity, and repairs cost £600 (£50 with Care+).
The 9.7 mm-thick Fold 8’s short, wide shape hinders one-handed use, its keyboard covers over half the opened screen, and it contains 14.9% recycled material.

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Samsung Electronics launched the Galaxy Z Fold 8 at £1,699 and the Fold 8 Ultra at £1,899.
The Fold 8 has two 10-megapixel selfie cameras, two 50-megapixel rear cameras, and no telephoto lens.
Samsung says the battery lasts 1,200 cycles at 80% capacity, and repairs cost £600 (£50 with Care+).
The 9.7 mm-thick Fold 8’s short, wide shape hinders one-handed use, its keyboard covers over half the opened screen, and it contains 14.9% recycled material.