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Remember the days when phones were used for calling people? Now, phones are technological Swiss Army knives, and it seems like there's no end to the demands we can place on them.

Thanks to the accessibility of social media, anyone has the potential to become an influencer, leading to massive growth in the UK influencer market. According to Charle Agency, the UK has over 98,000 Instagram accounts with more than 5,000 followers and the influencer marketing industry is set to reach £2.9 billion in 2026.

The rise of influencers, from nano-influencers to Mr Beast, means that there's an increased demand for professional grade cameras and editing software that we can carry in our pocket.

We're also seeing a rise in consumers' use their phones outside the realm of calls, messaging and social media. When it comes to the gaming industry, a 2025 Uswitch study found that mobile phones are the most popular gaming device in the UK, with 34% of gamers claiming it as their main access point.

The same elevated phone usage is also seen among bookworms, with Goodreads finding that 37% of readers surveyed regularly read books on their phones, adding another demand on the already heavy load of the phone.

It seems impossible to keep up with the many demands placed on the modern mobile phone. However, Samsung are doing just that with their new Galaxy Z Fold 8 model – here's everything you need to know.

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What is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8? Design, features and specs

Samsung's Fold design is iconic for a reason, and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 offers three unique modes, each with different measurements and aspect ratios.

These different modes make the Fold 8 adaptable to different circumstances. For instance, when in cover mode, the display measures 5.5 inches, making it the size of a regular phone with an aspect ratio of 10:16. However, the main display measures 7.6-inch. Opened up into portrait mode, it's closer to the size of an e-reader with a 3:4 aspect ratio, and landscape mode offers a large display with a 4:3 aspect ratio ideal for streaming or gaming.

Slimness and lightness have been prioritised in the new Fold 8, which weighs 201g and measures just 4.5mm thick once open. Plus, the display has been built to withstand glare and harsh lights, with 3,000 nits of brightness and an anti-reflective display.

However, this focus on a sleek design hasn't led to any compromises on processing power. The Fold 8 boasts a 4,800 mAh battery, which gives 26 hours of video playback and charges up to 63% in 30 minutes.

One of the key features of the Galaxy Fold 8 is its content capture and editing capabilities. The device has 50MP wide and ultra-wide cameras that can support dual recording and can be saved as separate individual files.

The camera system boasts 8K video recording, which can then be edited using Photo Assist. Plus, if you're uploading a video to social and want to focus on just one person, you can use the My FanCam feature to create social-ready content without manual cropping.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is available in four colourways: Lavender, Cream, Graphite and Pistachio, the final one being an online-exclusive colourway.

Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8?

With such a strong focus on editing and creation features, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is built for creativity, content and discovery.

The strong camera system and useful editing tools are a major draw to this phone, especially for those who regularly post online. With enhanced editing features and the ultra-fast My FanCam feature, this is the ideal camera system for a social media-native user.

With portrait mode measuring the ideal size for e-reading, the Z Fold 8 is a great option for readers seeking to combine their phone and e-readers. While it has been necessary to own both devices in the past, the Fold 8 combines the portability of a phone with the large screen and anti-reflective screen of an e-reader.

This larger display size also makes mobile gaming a more user-friendly experience, with double the usual screen space being dedicated to gaming action. Add to this an anti-reflective display and 3,000 nits of brightness and you have perfect mobile gaming on the go – not to mention how you can just fold it up and put it in your pocket!

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 model's price begins at £1,699, and will vary depending on the amount of storage the device has.

The Fold 8 is available with 256GB, 512GB or 1TB of storage. Costs per storage are broken down below:

256GB: £1,699512GB: £1,8691TB: £2,119

You can also get the Fold 8 on a monthly plan starting from £47.20 a month at Samsung.

Additionally, Virgin Media O2 are offering the 256GB model for £41 per month with an upfront fee of £30 on a 36-month contract.

Where to buy the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 in the UK

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is currently available to pre-order, and you'll be able to buy the new model outright from 7 August.

The Fold 8, along with the rest of the Galaxy Z 8 series, is available to pre-order now at the official Samsung website.

The Fold 8 is also available to purchase at a number of other UK retailers:

What other new phones were announced at the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event?

Alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the rest of the Samsung Galaxy Z 8 line-up was revealed. This includes the Galaxy Z Flip 8 and the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.

The Flip 8 is focused on sleekness, portability and an AI-native experience. It's the thinnest and lightest Galaxy Flip yet, weighing 180g and measuring 6.1mm when closed; however, this doesn't mean there's any compromise on durability. The new model boasts an advanced armour aluminium frame and a high-strength hinge to withstand plenty of flip flourishes.

Additionally, the Flip 8 has a 50mp flagship camera and FlexCam, allowing you to take flip selfies and film with the front and back cameras simultaneously. You can also use the Flip 8 without even opening it thanks to FlexWindow home, a dedicated home screen with notifications, recent and quick apps.

The other new model revealed was the Samsung Galaxy Fold 8 Ultra. This phone boasts ultra everything – ultra durability, ultra display (anti-reflective coating and 3,000 nits of brightness), ultra battery (5,000 mAh), ultra sleekness (the slimmest fold measures 4.1mm) and ultra AI experience.

The elite camera functions of the Fold 8 Ultra are another huge draw. These include, but aren't limited to, a 200mp main camera improved for HDR, 50mp ultra-wide camera, nightography capabilities and horizontal lock to guarantee steady and blur-free videos. 

The 2026 Galaxy Unpacked event also saw the announcement of the Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.

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