Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Sets New Pre-order Milestone
WHO:
9to5Google - Samsung is the manufacturer of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series and Flip 8.
WHAT:
GSMArena.com - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 exceeded Samsung's pre-order targets in Europe, surpassing total pre-orders for last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 by 20% year-on-year in the first 11 days since their July 22 unveiling.
GSMArena.com - In India, the Flip 8 and the Fold 8 duo received 271,000 pre-orders within the first 72 hours since the unveiling, compared to 15 days taken by the Flip 7 and Fold 7 to reach the same number of pre-orders.
GSMArena.com - In South Korea, the Flip 8 and the Fold 8 duo received 1.44 million pre-orders within a week, breaking the previous record of 1.38 million pre-orders held by the Galaxy Note 10 series, achieved during an 11-day pre-order period.
9to5Google - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has surpassed the previous pre-order record set by the Galaxy S26 series, which had 1.35 million units sold during its pre-order phase.
9to5Google - Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 series has achieved a combined total of 1.44 million units sold during the ongoing pre-order period, with expectations for this number to continue growing as the pre-order phase ends on August 7.
Android Central - Samsung is offering bundle discounts for preorders of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 when paired with a Samsung watch.
9to5Google - The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 have achieved a combined total of 1.44 million units sold during the ongoing pre-order period, with expectations for this number to continue growing.
Android Central - Samsung is offering up to $1,200 off the Galaxy Z Fold 8 when trading in an old or broken device, with a minimum of $200 credit available for those without a trade-in.
Android Central - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is priced at $1,899.99, but can be as low as $699.99 with trade-in at Samsung.
Android Central - The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is priced at $1,199.99, with potential discounts bringing it down to $599.99 with trade-in.
9to5Google - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, including the Fold 8 and Flip 8, has achieved 1.44 million sales during the pre-order phase.
9to5Google - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has surpassed the previous pre-order record set by the Galaxy Note 10, which had 1.38 million pre-orders.
9to5Google - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 sold three times better than the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, which barely crossed 1 million pre-orders.
WHERE:
9to5Google - The sales data was reported via Yonhap News Agency.
WHEN:
Android Central - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 are set to hit store shelves on August 7th.
9to5Google - The pre-order phase for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is set to end on August 7.
WHY:
TechRadar - The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is described as a worthy upgrade due to its flatter body, almost imperceptible crease, powerful cameras, and top-notch performance.
HOW:
9to5Google - Samsung is experiencing delays in shipments due to the high volume of orders for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series.
(UPDATED August 6, 2026 05:03 UTC)
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 have made a significant impact in the market, exceeding pre-order targets in Europe by 20% compared to last year's models within just 11 days of their unveiling on July 22. In India, the new devices garnered an impressive 271,000 pre-orders in just 72 hours, a remarkable improvement over the 15 days it took for the previous generation to reach the same figure. Meanwhile, in South Korea, the duo achieved a record-breaking 1.44 million pre-orders in a week, surpassing the previous record of 1.38 million set by the Galaxy Note 10 series.
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(UPDATED August 5, 2026 23:51 UTC)
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 has set a new pre-order record, surpassing the previous high of 1.35 million units sold by the Galaxy S26 series. So far, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 has achieved a remarkable total of 1.44 million units sold during its pre-order phase, which is still ongoing. With the pre-order period concluding on August 7, expectations are high for this number to continue climbing.
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(UPDATED August 5, 2026 18:27 UTC)
Samsung is rolling out bundle discounts for preorders of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 when paired with a Samsung watch, making it an enticing offer for tech enthusiasts. During the ongoing pre-order period, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 have sold a remarkable total of 1.44 million units, with expectations for that number to keep climbing. These highly anticipated devices are set to hit store shelves on August 7th.
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(UPDATED August 5, 2026 13:39 UTC)
Samsung is rolling out an enticing offer on the Galaxy Z Fold 8, providing discounts of up to $1,200 when customers trade in an old or broken device, with a minimum credit of $200 available for those without a trade-in. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is originally priced at $1,899.99, but can drop to as low as $699.99 with the right trade-in deal. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 starts at $1,199.99, and can also be reduced to $599.99 for customers who participate in the trade-in program.
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(UPDATED August 5, 2026 11:24 UTC)
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, which includes the Fold 8 and Flip 8, has achieved impressive sales of 1.44 million during the pre-order phase, surpassing the previous record set by the Galaxy Note 10. This new series has sold three times better than its predecessors, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7, which barely crossed 1 million pre-orders. However, Samsung is facing delays in shipments due to the overwhelming demand, and the pre-order phase is set to conclude on August 7.