Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 will follow foldables in price increase, leak says
Samsung’s July event may reveal foldables and wearables price hikes—leaks suggest no relief for buyers
Questions people are asking
When is Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event in July 2026?
Coverage does not specify an exact date, but the event is confirmed for July 2026, following pre-reservation leaks.
Will the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 also see price increases?
Leaks suggest the wearables may follow the foldables’ pricing trend, though no official confirmation exists yet.
Are the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 more expensive than previous models?
PhoneArena and Gadget Hacks report the new foldables will remain ‘just as bad’ in pricing as earlier versions, with no indication of reductions.
What happened
Samsung is preparing to unveil its Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 foldable phones at the upcoming **Galaxy Unpacked** event, with reports indicating their prices will remain high, mirroring past models. Coverage also highlights an overhaul to the **Galaxy Wearable app** ahead of the event, alongside speculation about pre-reservation dates for the foldables. Bloomberg notes Samsung’s move could preempt Apple’s first foldable device, though no pricing details for the Galaxy Watch 9 or Watch Ultra 2 have been confirmed yet.
Coverage emphasizes the **continuing premium pricing** of Samsung’s foldables, with PhoneArena and Gadget Hacks framing the devices as expensive but potentially less so than earlier iterations. Samsung’s official invitation teases a ‘new shape’ for the event, while Mashable and Android Police preview expectations for new hardware. Bloomberg’s focus on Samsung’s strategic timing against Apple adds context to the competitive landscape.
Watch for official pricing announcements at **Galaxy Unpacked** (scheduled for July 2026) and any confirmation on whether the Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 will follow the foldables’ pricing trend. Apple’s foldable timeline remains a wildcard in this pricing dynamic.
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Coverage (7)
- Samsung's Galaxy Wearable app is getting an overhaul before Galaxy Unpacked Android Police · 46d ago
- Samsung to Get Jump on Apple’s First Foldable With New Phones in July Bloomberg.com · 46d ago
- [Invitation] Galaxy Unpacked July 2026: A New Shape Unfolds Samsung Global Newsroom · 46d ago
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Pre-Reservation Date: July 8 Leak Explained Gadget Hacks · 46d ago
- Yes, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 look expensive, but they could have been (much) worse PhoneArena · 46d ago
- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked preview: Everything we expect from the July event Mashable · 46d ago
- New report suggests Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 prices will be just as bad as you think PhoneArena · 46d ago
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