The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has shattered pre-order records in the U.S., significantly outperforming all previous models. However, Samsung opted not to officially launch the device, along with the Z Flip 7, in Kenya, highlighting the country's market focus on affordability and practicality.

• U.S. pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 were 25% higher than last year’s models, with U.S. mobile carriers reporting a 60% increase compared to the previous generation.
• Samsung Mobile Kenya did not officially launch the foldable phones in Kenya, likely due to poor local sales of prior models and the market's preference for mid-range and budget devices like the Galaxy A series.
• The Z Fold 7 is already outselling the Fold 6 by nearly 50% since its general release on July 25, while in Kenya, consumers prioritize battery life, affordability, and utility, with high-cost devices exceeding KES 200,000 being a hard sell.