Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra & Z Flip 8 in Kenya: Official Colours, Specs & Pricing (2026)
Samsung held Galaxy Unpacked in London on 22 July 2026 and officially revealed three new foldables at once: the Galaxy Z Fold 8, a brand-new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, and the Galaxy Z Flip 8. This article replaces our earlier pre-launch estimate piece — every colour, spec and price below is taken from Samsung's official reveal and published spec sheets, not a leak. Global retail ships from 7 August 2026; iTey Store Kenya is taking pre-orders now.
The headline news: the Fold line splits in two
Since the original Galaxy Fold in 2019, Samsung's book-style foldable has always been a single model per generation. That changes with this generation: the base Galaxy Z Fold 8 (sometimes called the "Wide") is a shorter, wider shape with a genuinely usable 5.5" cover screen, while the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is the closer successor to the Z Fold 7 — a taller shape with a flagship 200MP camera system. For the first time, buyers choose a shape and a camera tier, not just a storage size.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 (base) — official specs
| Spec | Galaxy Z Fold 8 |
|---|---|
| Inner display | 7.6" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 1828×2448 (4:3) |
| Cover display | 5.5" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 1248×1972 |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (3nm) |
| RAM | 12GB (256GB/512GB), 16GB (1TB) |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Main camera | 50MP wide (OIS) + 50MP ultrawide — no telephoto lens |
| Battery | 4,800mAh, 45W wired, 20W wireless |
| Durability | IP48 dust & water resistance, Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 cover |
| Weight | 201g · 4.5mm unfolded / 9.7mm folded |
| Colours | Graphite, Cream, Lavender, Pistachio (Pistachio is Samsung.com-exclusive) |
| Official global price | From $1,899 (256GB) |
Our Kenya pre-order pricing (a clearly-labelled estimate, not an official Samsung Kenya figure) starts at KSh 269,999 (256GB), KSh 299,999 (512GB) and KSh 339,999 (1TB). All prices exclusive of VAT.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra — official specs
| Spec | Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra |
|---|---|
| Inner display | 8.0" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 2256×2504 |
| Cover display | 6.5" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, 1080×2520 |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (3nm) |
| RAM | 12GB (256GB/512GB), 16GB (1TB) |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Main camera | 200MP wide (OIS, f/1.7) + 10MP telephoto 3× + 50MP ultrawide |
| Battery | 5,000mAh, 45W wired, 20W wireless (Qi2.2) |
| Durability | IP48 dust & water resistance |
| Weight | 215g |
| Colours | Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow, Green Shadow |
| Official global price | From $2,099.99 (256GB) |
There is no Navy Blue or Black Fold 8 Ultra — that was based on outdated pre-launch information and has been corrected everywhere on our site. Our Kenya estimate, derived from the confirmed $2,099.99 global price, is KSh 297,999 (256GB), KSh 327,999 (512GB) and KSh 367,999 (1TB) — an estimate, since Samsung has not announced official Kenya pricing.
Galaxy Z Flip 8 — official specs
Samsung also revealed the Z Flip 8 at the same event, and iTey Store now takes pre-orders for it too:
| Spec | Galaxy Z Flip 8 |
|---|---|
| Main display (unfolded) | 6.9" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz |
| Cover display (folded) | 4.1" Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 2600 nits |
| Processor | Exynos 2600 (2nm) |
| RAM / Storage | 12GB with 256GB or 512GB |
| Main camera | 50MP wide (OIS) + 12MP ultrawide |
| Battery | 4,300mAh, 25W wired, 15W wireless |
| Weight | 180g · 13.1mm folded |
| Colours | Graphite, Cream, Pink (launch); Mint (Samsung.com-exclusive) |
| Official global price | $1,199.99 (256GB) / $1,399.99 (512GB) |
Converting both confirmed global tiers gives a Kenya pre-order estimate of KSh 169,999 (256GB) and KSh 198,999 (512GB). Pre-order it now on the Z Flip 8 product page.
Which one should you choose?
| Galaxy Z Fold 8 | Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra | Galaxy Z Flip 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shape | Wide, shorter | Taller, closer to Fold 7 | Compact clamshell |
| Camera | 50MP + 50MP, no zoom | 200MP + 3× telephoto | 50MP + 12MP |
| Kenya est. from | KSh 269,999 | KSh 297,999 | KSh 169,999 |
| Who it's for | Wider multitasking, lower price | Maximum camera and display | Pocketable, style-first |
How to buy in Kenya
iTey Store is taking pre-orders on both Fold models now:
- Base Fold 8: order on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 product page or the Fold 8 landing page (256GB / 512GB / 1TB), or WhatsApp +254 727 415 589.
- Fold 8 Ultra: order on the Fold 8 Ultra product page or the Ultra landing page.
- Z Flip 8: order on the Z Flip 8 product page (256GB / 512GB), or WhatsApp +254 727 415 589.
- Pay your way: M-Pesa, Visa, Mastercard, bank transfer, and instalment plans arranged in advance.
- Every unit is genuine with the full 24-month Samsung Kenya warranty, plus iTey Store's 7-day exchange policy.
You can also walk into our showroom — Cookie House, Accra Road, 3rd Floor, Store 311, Nairobi CBD, open Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 7 PM.
Frequently asked questions
Has the Galaxy Z Fold 8 actually been released?
Yes — officially revealed 22 July 2026 at Galaxy Unpacked in London. Global retail begins 7 August 2026. iTey Store is pre-ordering now and ships as soon as Kenya stock lands.
What colours does the Fold 8 Ultra really come in?
Graphite, Cream, Violet Shadow, and Green Shadow — there is no Navy Blue or Black Ultra colourway.
How much does the Fold 8 Ultra cost?
Officially $2,099.99 globally (256GB). Our Kenya estimate is KSh 297,999–367,999 across the three storage tiers — clearly an estimate, since Samsung hasn't announced Kenya pricing.
What's actually different between the Fold 8 and the Fold 8 Ultra?
The Ultra has a bigger 8.0" inner display (vs 7.6"), a bigger 6.5" cover screen (vs 5.5"), a 200MP triple-camera system with a 3× telephoto lens (the base Fold 8 has only 50MP+50MP and no zoom lens), and a larger 5,000mAh battery (vs 4,800mAh).
Is the Z Flip 8 available at iTey Store?
Yes — pre-order it on the Z Flip 8 product page, from KSh 169,999 (256GB) or KSh 198,999 (512GB), both Kenya estimates since Samsung hasn't announced official Kenya pricing.
Does the S Pen work with the Fold 8 or Fold 8 Ultra?
S Pen support is not listed in Samsung's official specification sheet for either model. We'll update this the moment Samsung confirms compatibility.
This article replaces our 11 July 2026 pre-launch estimate piece now that Samsung has officially confirmed colours, specs and pricing. Pre-order the base Fold 8 here, the Fold 8 Ultra here, or the Z Flip 8 here.
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