Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8 and Flip8. Every Price Went Up
Samsung launched the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Fold8, Flip8, Watch9 and Watch Ultra2. Full prices, specs and Kenya availability explained...
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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.
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