Update, July 22, 10:50 AM EST: The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 has concluded; here’s a comprehensive overview of the announcements made during the event. For in-depth details, explore our Galaxy Unpacked Live Blog.
Next week, all eyes will be on Samsung as it gears up for a significant mobile launch event.
The South Korean tech behemoth is organizing a Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, with Mashable on-site, providing live coverage of all the key announcements.
We anticipate the unveiling of at least five new devices, including the latest iterations of their flagship foldable phones. True to form, information regarding these devices has not merely leaked—it has inundated the tech landscape.
As we brace ourselves for this monumental reveal, here’s a compilation of everything we know—and suspect—about the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event.
When is the next Galaxy Unpacked?
The forthcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, in London. The livestream will commence promptly at 9 a.m. ET, and we expect all new devices to be up for pre-order immediately following the event.
Mashable will be present, hosting a live blog, so make sure to return next week to unpack the day’s revelations with us.
Three New Foldable Devices Are Anticipated: Z Flip 8, Z Fold 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra
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Samsung’s foldable smartphones typically debut during its summer Galaxy Unpacked event; the company has confirmed it will unveil new details regarding its next-generation foldables on July 22.
While there is no official confirmation on the devices being announced, prevailing reports suggest that three new foldable phones will make their debut at Galaxy Unpacked 2026:
Herein lies a perplexity; one might assume that the Z Fold 8 Ultra would be the new entrant. However, recent reports indicate that the Z Fold 8 is, in fact, a fresh addition to the lineup this year.
Speculation over the past few months suggests Samsung is poised to release a broader foldable, which will carry the Z Fold 8 moniker, while a true successor to the Z Fold 7 will be identified as the Z Fold 8 Ultra.
Increased Prices Expected for the New Devices
Once again, while official details remain elusive, it is highly probable that the successors to the Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 will command a heftier price.
Initial reports and leaks indicate a likely price surge of $100, consistent with trends observed from Motorola.
The ongoing global memory crisis has prompted price increases across laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles, and nearly every product reliant on memory. Samsung is likely not immune to this trend.
Recently, a South Korean outlet SEDaily reported that the entry price for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will be $2,099, representing a $100 increase over the Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Furthermore, the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide model is expected to start at $1,899.99. Additionally, according to leaker Lanzuk (as referenced by PhoneArena), the Galaxy Z Flip 8 will likely carry a starting price of $1,199, signifying a $100 increase from its predecessor.
A New Z Fold 8 Positioned Against the iPhone Ultra Fold
Speculations indicate that the new Z Fold 8 may feature a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.8-inch inner display when expanded.
Designed in a book-style foldable with a 4:3 aspect ratio, these dimensions closely mirror the rumored architecture of the yet-to-be-announced foldable iPhone, suggesting Samsung aims to position this model as a direct challenger to Apple’s impending offering.
This is yet another chapter in the ongoing contest for supremacy between Apple’s iPhone and Samsung’s Galaxy series.
The anticipated specifications for the Z Fold 8, as indicated by PhoneArena:
- Processor: Snapdragon Elite 8 Gen 5 for Galaxy
- RAM: 12GB
- Storage: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
- Main display: 7.6 inches
- Cover Display: 5.5 inches
- Cameras: 50MP primary lens, 50MP ultra-wide lens, 10MP selfie lens
The New Flagship: Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
As previously indicated, it is believed the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will serve as a successor to last year’s Z Fold 7, which garnered favourable reviews during testing.
This latest foldable will allegedly feature an upgraded chip along with a more robust 200MP main camera. Additionally, improvements have reportedly been made to render the crease on the folding display less conspicuous this year.
Recent reports suggest the Z Fold 8 will be slightly lighter than its predecessor, the Fold 7, which was already impressively slim.
At this juncture, nearly all specifications for the forthcoming devices have been leaked. Thus, while these particulars are not yet official, it is anticipated that the Z Fold 8 Ultra will boast the following specifications, as stated by PhoneArena:
- Processor: Snapdragon Elite 8 Gen 5 for Galaxy
- RAM: 12GB or 16GB
- Storage: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
- Main display: 8 inches
- Cover display: 6.5 inches
- Cameras: 200MP wide, 50MP ultra-wide, 12MP telephoto
This week, Samsung disclosed that its new foldables (which have been referred to but not named) will incorporate a novel Flex Titanium technology.
This innovation combines a titanium-alloy film and titanium plate to enhance support for the flexible display, resulting in a more durable device with a less visible crease. Additional details are anticipated to be unveiled on July 22.
The New Z Flip 8: A Familiar Yet Enhanced Look
If the projected specifications for the Galaxy Z Flip 8 hold true, this year’s flip phone-style foldable will retain a design reminiscent of the Z Flip 7, albeit with an enhanced processor and a less prominent crease.
Recent rumors had suggested that the Z Flip 8 would be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. However, leaker WinFuture (as reported by 9to5Google) has claimed instead that the flip phone will feature a new Samsung Exynos 2600 processor.
Here are the anticipated specifications:
- Processor: Samsung Exynos 2600 or Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- RAM: 12GB
- Main Display: 6.9 inches
- Cover Display: 4.1 inches
- Storage: 256GB or 512GB
- Cameras: 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 10MP selfie
Anticipating New Galaxy Watches
Samsung typically seizes this summer event to unveil its latest smartwatch innovations; 2026 promises to follow suit. This year, we expect to see the introduction of two new Samsung watches:
It is generally believed that both models will exhibit rather incremental updates compared to their predecessors.
Anticipated new health-tracking enhancements and subtle design tweaks are expected, particularly for the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, which is rumoured to feature traditional numerals on the watch face, a slimmer bezel, and improved side buttons.
Notably, it appears Samsung is forgoing a new Galaxy Watch Classic this year, offering only a base and a premium model thus far.
Finally, remember that Samsung is heavily invested in artificial intelligence; thus, we foresee substantial upgrades to the Samsung Health app and enhancements in the watches’ overall health-tracking functionalities.
Could Galaxy Glasses Finally Make Their Debut?
Upcoming Galaxy smart glasses as conceptualized by Gentle Monster (left) and Warby Parker (right).
Credit: Samsung
Lastly, Samsung’s much-anticipated smart glasses may also finalize their introduction at the Unpacked event in July.
Likely to be dubbed Galaxy Glasses, we expect these glasses to function in a manner akin to the products Meta has rolled out over the past few years.
A preview of these glasses was presented at Google’s recent developer conference, and collaborations with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster on the designs have been confirmed.
These smart glasses are not expected to feature augmented reality or heads-up display capabilities, instead concentrating on embedded cameras and a built-in AI assistant, powered by Google Gemini, to offer information on what users are observing when prompted.
We are optimistic that the inaugural iteration of these glasses will debut in 2026, with hopes that they will receive a mention or even a formal introduction during the London Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22.
Expect a jam-packed showcase, and stay tuned for our extensive coverage as we approach Galaxy Unpacked.
Be reminded that Mashable will be present at the live keynote in London, and we will maintain a live blog offering real-time updates on all of the day’s revelations. Ensure you don’t miss it!
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