Samsung has set its next Galaxy Unpacked event for July 22, 2026, in London, and the timing has immediately drawn attention across the foldable market. The company is expected to use the stage for its next generation of foldable phones, with the Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 leading the conversation.
The bigger story is Samsung’s push to make Galaxy devices more centered on AI. In its official invitation, the company highlighted a mix of smarter artificial intelligence and innovative design, signaling a more personal and adaptive user experience.
What Samsung is expected to show
Samsung has not confirmed the exact products that will appear on stage. Still, the latest leaks point to the Galaxy Z Fold8 series, the Galaxy Z Flip8, and possibly a Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra variant.
| Expected Device | Key Rumored Focus | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Fold8 | Wider, slightly shorter body and improved multitasking comfort | Unconfirmed |
| Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | S Pen support, brighter display, upgraded camera and larger battery | Unconfirmed |
| Galaxy Z Flip8 | More functional cover screen and stronger hinge | Unconfirmed |
The invitation described the launch as the arrival of the newest members of Galaxy’s foldable portfolio. Samsung also said the next generation is ready to set a new standard in the AI era.
How to watch the event
Galaxy Unpacked will begin at 20.00 WIB on July 22, 2026. The livestream will be available through Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom, and Samsung’s official YouTube channel.
Samsung is also directing users to register on its website for updates, teasers, and exclusive offers ahead of the launch. That move suggests the company is preparing a broader promotional push before the event begins.
Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra rumors point to a premium focus
Among the devices being discussed most often, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra stands out as the most ambitious. Leaks suggest support for S Pen, a less visible screen crease thanks to newer Ultra Thin Glass and a laser-drilled plate structure, and a display brightness that could reach 3,600 nits.
Other rumored upgrades include a 50 MP periscope telephoto camera, a larger battery, and a sturdier hinge built for daily durability. None of those details have been officially confirmed by Samsung.
Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Flip8 are also getting attention
The regular Galaxy Z Fold8 is said to be heading toward a wider and slightly shorter design than its predecessor. That change could make multitasking and reading documents more comfortable, especially for users who keep several apps open at once.
Leaks also point to lighter materials and a sharper display resolution for the standard Fold8. Samsung appears to be refining ergonomics as much as raw specifications, which is often the key challenge in a book-style foldable.
The Galaxy Z Flip8 is also expected to arrive with its own set of upgrades. Reported changes include a more functional cover display, a stronger hinge, and faster performance through a newer chipset.
For the global market, the full foldable lineup is expected to run on Snapdragon 8 Elite. The chip is said to improve AI performance, power efficiency, and camera capability across the new devices.
Until Samsung takes the stage in London, all of these details remain unconfirmed. What is already clear is that the company is preparing a launch built around foldables and AI, with the next Galaxy Unpacked set to define its mid-year product strategy.
