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HomeDaily NewsWednesday, July 22, 2026Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 With Price Increases - July 2026
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Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8 With Price Increases - July 2026

Samsung has launched its latest foldable smartphones: the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8, along with new smartwatches and smart glasses, with all new devices seeing price increases compared to their predecessors. The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is significantly cheaper through independent retailers in Kenya than its official launch price, selling for KES 15,500 less. Separately, Realme, a smartphone manufacturer known for its affordable tech, has omitted Africa from its list of key global growth markets following its exit from China. Google has significantly upgraded its native data migration tool for switching from iPhone to Android, with select Pixel devices receiving early access.

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Wednesday 6:17 PMTechish Kenya

Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8. Every Price Went Up

Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8. Every Price Went Up

Samsung has launched its latest foldable smartphones: the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8, along with new smartwatches and smart glasses. All new devices have seen price increases compared to their predecessors.

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Samsung has launched its latest foldable smartphones: the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, and Flip8, along with new smartwatches and smart glasses. All new devices have seen price increases compared to their predecessors.

  • Samsung's new foldable lineup includes the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra starting at $2,099.99, the Galaxy Z Fold8 at $1,899.99, and the Galaxy Z Flip8 at $1,199.99.
  • The price hikes are attributed to a global shortage of DRAM and NAND flash memory, significantly increasing manufacturing costs.
  • While not officially launched in Kenya, expect these devices to be available through independent importers a few weeks after the 7 August general sale date, with local prices significantly higher due to taxes and import duties.
Wednesday 7:32 PMTechish Kenya

Android 17’s upgraded iPhone switching tool arrives on select Pixel devices

Android 17’s upgraded iPhone switching tool arrives on select Pixel devices

Google has significantly upgraded its native data migration tool for switching from iPhone to Android, with select Pixel devices receiving early access.

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Google has significantly upgraded its native data migration tool for switching from iPhone to Android, with select Pixel devices receiving early access.

  • The upgraded tool now wirelessly transfers important credentials like eSIMs, saved passwords, and Wi-Fi network details, in addition to usual data like photos and contacts.
  • The rollout was announced alongside Samsung's latest foldables, with Google confirming the feature is now live on some Pixel phones.
  • This update aims to make the transition to Android much smoother, eliminating the need for third-party apps or wired connections for many key pieces of data.
Wednesday 1:42 PMTechish KenyaFirst

Realme excludes Africa from its key global markets after China exit

Realme excludes Africa from its key global markets after China exit

Realme, a smartphone manufacturer known for its affordable tech, has omitted Africa from its list of key global growth markets following its exit from China.

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Realme, a smartphone manufacturer known for its affordable tech, has omitted Africa from its list of key global growth markets following its exit from China.

  • Realme Global Vice President and Marketing President Xu Qi Chase identified India, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Latin America as strategic regions.
  • While Realme still sells devices in some African countries via local partners, it is not considered a primary focus.
  • This decision comes as Realme shifts its strategy to rely entirely on international markets for growth after discontinuing its Chinese smartphone lineup.
Wednesday 3:50 PMTechish Kenya

Galaxy A27 5G is selling for KES 15,500 cheaper than Samsung’s official price

Galaxy A27 5G is selling for KES 15,500 cheaper than Samsung’s official price

The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is significantly cheaper through independent retailers in Kenya than its official launch price.

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The Samsung Galaxy A27 5G is significantly cheaper through independent retailers in Kenya than its official launch price.

  • The 8GB/256GB model is available for KES 37,000, a saving of KES 15,500 compared to Samsung's RRP of KES 52,500.
  • Phone Zone Kenya, a Nairobi-based retailer, is offering this discounted price and includes a 2-year warranty.
  • This price point makes the device more competitive against rival smartphone brands in the same market segment.
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