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Samsung's next foldable phone to be called Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

Created at 2 Jun · 5:33 PM3 sources↑ Market-relevant3 events
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A Bluetooth SIG certification has confirmed that Samsung's upcoming foldable phone, the successor to the Z Fold 7, will be named the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. This naming convention suggests a potential 'Ultra' variant for Samsung's foldable line.

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Key Numbers

SM-F976Z Fold 8 Ultra model number
SM-F966Z Fold 7 successor model number

Who's Involved

Samsung
Manufacturer of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
Bluetooth SIG
Certification body confirming the device name
Samsung's next foldable phone to be called Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

↳ Why This Matters

The naming of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra signifies Samsung's strategy to differentiate its foldable offerings and potentially introduce higher-tier models with enhanced features, impacting consumer choice and market competition in the premium smartphone segment.

Key facts

  • Samsung's upcoming foldable phone will be named the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.
  • The successor to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is confirmed by Bluetooth SIG certification.
  • A rumored wider foldable phone might be named the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

Samsung is set to release its next generation of foldable phones, with a Bluetooth SIG certification confirming the name of one of the devices as the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. This designation applies to the successor of the current Galaxy Z Fold 7, identified by the model number SM-F976, while the existing Z Fold 7 is SM-F966. Rumors also suggest that a separate, wider foldable phone model may be released under the name Galaxy Z Fold 8. This naming strategy indicates Samsung's intention to introduce an 'Ultra' variant to its foldable smartphone lineup.

Frequently asked questions

The upcoming foldable phone, successor to the Galaxy Z Fold 7, will be named the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, confirmed by Bluetooth SIG certification.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is identified by model number SM-F976, while its predecessor, the Z Fold 7, is SM-F966.

Rumors suggest a wider foldable phone might be released and named the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

What Happens Next

01Official announcement and release of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and potentially the Galaxy Z Fold 8.

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How It Developed

3 Jun · 11:40 AM
Samsung's upcoming foldable phone successor to the Z Fold 7 will be named the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, confirmed by Bluetooth SIG.
Android Authority via PiQSuite
3 Jun · 9:30 AM
The new article focuses on desired upgrades for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, not the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series.
Android Authority via PiQSuite
2 Jun · 5:11 PM
Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will focus on three upgrades, while the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is expected to be the lightest large foldable at 201 grams.
WCCFTech via PiQSuite

Sources

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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Is Betting Its Entire Premium Pitch On Three Upgrades, While The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Is Likely To Be The “Lightest Large Foldable” At Just 201 Gramsm.piqsuite.com
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I won't buy the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 without these 5 upgradesm.piqsuite.com
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Samsung's flagship foldable confirmed to get an 'Ultra' name changem.piqsuite.com

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