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.

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.

Samsung has officially released the stable version of its One UI 9 software, based on Android 17, with the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 being the first to ship with it.

• The stable One UI 9 build is now complete, indicating an upcoming wider rollout to existing Galaxy devices, likely starting with the Galaxy S26 series.
• Samsung Mobile Kenya is hinting at the local availability of the new foldables, despite skipping previous generations.
• Key new features in One UI 9 include an AI Assistant Activity dashboard, enhanced Privacy Alerts, a revamped Smart Switch for easier data transfer from iPhones, and a consolidated Warranty and Care hub.