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Update, July 22, 10:50 AM EST: Now that Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 has wrapped, here's everything announced at the event. For all the details, check out our Galaxy Unpacked Live Blog.

Samsung is set to capture the tech world's attention next week when it hosts its next big mobile launch event.

The Korean tech giant is hosting a Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, and Mashable will be there, reporting live on all of the big announcements. We're fully expecting to see at least five new devices from Samsung, including the latest batch of flagship foldable phones. As per usual with Samsung, these devices haven't been leaking so much as flooding.

So, as we prepare for the big show, here's everything we know (and everything we think we know) about the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event.

When is the next Galaxy Unpacked?

The next Galaxy Unpacked Event takes place on Wednesday, July 22 in London. The livestream will begin promptly at 9 a.m. ET. We expect all the new devices to be available for pre-order immediately after the event.

Mashable will be attending the event and hosting a live blog, so check back next week to unpack all of the day's news with us.

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Samsung's new foldable phones typically debut during a summer Galaxy Unpacked event, and Samsung recently confirmed that it will be announcing new details about its next-gen foldables on July 22.

We don't have official confirmation on which devices will be announced, but all reports indicate that three new foldable phones will arrive at Galaxy Unpacked 2026:

• Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (previously known as the Z Fold Wide)

• Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

This is where things get a little confusing. You'd think the Z Fold 8 Ultra would be the new addition to the lineup, but recent reports indicate that the Z Fold 8 is actually a new device this year. Rumors for months have pointed to Samsung releasing a wider foldable this year, and it sounds like that phone will take the Z Fold 8 name, while a true successor to the Z Fold 7 will be called Z Fold 8 Ultra.

The new phones will probably arrive with price increases

Again, we don't have any official details, but it's very likely the successors to the Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7 will indeed cost more. Most early reports and leaks indicate a price increase of $100, which is in line with the price increases we've seen from Motorola. The global memory crisis has led to price hikes for laptops, smartphones, gaming consoles, and virtually every product that requires memory, and Samsung probably won't be the exception.

Recently, South Korean outlet SEDaily reported that the starting price of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will be $2,099, a $100 price increase over the Galaxy Z Fold 7. The same outlet reported the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide model will start at $1,899.99. Finally, according to leaker Lanzuk (as reported by PhoneArena), the new Galaxy Z Flip 8 will likely have a starting price of $1,199, or $100 more than its predecessor.

TL;DR: Thanks to RAMageddon, do not be surprised to see year-over-year price increases for all of the new devices.

A new Z Fold 8 to compete with the iPhone Ultra Fold

Rumors indicate that the new Z Fold 8 will potentially have a 5.4-inch outer display and a 7.8-inch inner display when unfolded. With a 4:3 aspect ratio, it will be a book-style foldable. These dimensions are very similar to the rumored design of the still-unannounced foldable iPhone, suggesting Samsung wants to introduce this third foldable as a direct competitor to Apple's upcoming device. It's the latest salvo in the ongoing Apple iPhone vs. Samsung Galaxy battle for smartphone dominance.

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The Z Fold 8's rumored specs, via PhoneArena:

• Processor: Snapdragon Elite 8 Gen 5 for Galaxy

• RAM: 12GB

• Storage: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB

• Main display: 7.6 inches

• Cover Display: 5.5 inches

• Cameras: 50MP primary lens, 50MP ultra-wide lens, 10MP selfie lens

The new flagship: Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra The Galaxy Z Fold 7 (pictured here) was surprisingly thin and lightweight. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

As mentioned above, we think the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will actually be a successor to last year's Z Fold 7, which we enjoyed testing. This new foldable should have a new chip and a stronger 200MP main camera on the back. Samsung is also said to have done some work to make the crease on the folding display less visible this year. Finally, a Korean news report indicated the Z Fold 8 will be slightly lighter than the Fold 7, which was already impressively thin and lightweight.

At this point, pretty much all of the specs for the upcoming devices have leaked. So, while none of these details are official, we think the Z Fold 8 Ultra will have the following specs, via PhoneArena:

• Processor: Snapdragon Elite 8 Gen 5 for Galaxy

• RAM: 12GB or 16GB

• Storage: 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB

• Main display: 8 inches

• Cover display: 6.5 inches

• Cameras: 200MP wide, 50MP ultra-wide, 12MP telephoto

This week, Samsung revealed that its new foldables (which it didn't mention by name, unfortunately) will feature a new Flex Titanium technology. In short, a titanium-alloy film and a titanium plate will better support the phones' flexible display, creating a more durable device and a less noticeable crease. Samsung said more details will be revealed on July 22.

The new Z Flip 8 will look very familiar Last year's Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 on display. Credit: Joe Maldonado / Mashable

If the rumored specs for the new Galaxy Z Flip 8 are correct, this year's flip phone-style foldable will look a lot like the Z Flip 7, but with a better processor and a less visible crease.

Until recently, the rumor mill indicated that the Z Flip 8 would get a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. However, leaker WinFuture (as reported by 9to5Google) claimed that instead, the flip phone will get a new Samsung Exynos 2600 processor.

And here are the rumored specs:

• Processor: Samsung Exynos 2600 or Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

• RAM: 12GB

• Main Display: 6.9 inches

• Cover Display: 4.1 inches

• Storage: 256GB or 512GB

• Cameras: 50MP main, 12MP ultra-wide, 10MP selfie

New Galaxy Watches are also on the way

Samsung usually uses this summer event to showcase its latest smartwatch advancements, and 2026 looks no different. This year, we expect to see two new Samsung watches:

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 9

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

It's generally accepted that both of these watches will see fairly incremental changes from before. There will surely be new health-tracking features, and some small design changes, with the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 in particular said to incorporate classic numbers on the watch face, a thinner bezel, and better side buttons. Most importantly, for some, it sounds like Samsung is skipping out on a new Galaxy Watch Classic this year. You'll get a base model and a premium model, and that's it, as far as anyone can tell.

Finally, don't forget that Samsung is all-in on artificial intelligence, so we expect major upgrades to the Samsung Health app and the watches' overall health-tracking features.

Could we see Galaxy Glasses make their big debut? The upcoming Galaxy smart glasses as designed by Gentle Monster (left) and Warby Parker (right). Credit: Samsung

Lastly, Samsung's long-awaited smart glasses could also make their debut at Unpacked in July. Most likely called Galaxy Glasses, we expect these specs to work similarly to the ones Meta has been releasing for a few years now. We saw a preview of these specs at Google's recently developers' conference, and we know Samsung is working with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster on the designs.

These smart glasses will not include any augmented reality or heads-up display features, focusing instead on on-board cameras and a built-in AI assistant, courtesy of Google Gemini, to provide information about what you're seeing, should you ask. We expect the first generation of these glasses to arrive in 2026, and we're holding out hope that the glasses will get a shoutout or even a proper introduction at the London Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22.

It should be a pretty packed showcase, so stay tuned for all of our coverage as we get closer to Galaxy Unpacked.

Remember: Mashable will be attending the live keynote in London, and we'll have a live blog with real-time updates on all the day's news. Don't miss it!

TL;DR: Get the brand-new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 for under $100 when you activate a line on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan with T-Mobile.

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Samsung Unpacked is officially here. Samsung wants you to drop a small fortune on its latest wave of foldables, but T-Mobile has other plans for you.

If you've been sitting on the fence about switching to a flip phone, the mobile carrier just removed your biggest excuse. Starting today, T-Mobile is giving away the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 for under $100, and you don't even need to trade anything in to qualify for this preorder promo.

Here's the breakdown of how to claim yours.

How to get the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 for under $100

To qualify for T-Mobile's generous launch promotion, you need to tick a few boxes:

• To qualify for the $1,100 discount without trading in a phone, you must activate a new line of service on an Experience More or Experience Beyond plan.

• You will need to pay sales tax on the full $1,199.99 retail price upfront at checkout, plus T-Mobile's standard $35 connection charge.

• Your $1,100 in savings are distributed evenly as monthly bill credits over 24 billing cycles. Canceling the line early means any remaining unpaid balance on the $1,199.99 retail cost becomes due immediately.

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By offering a straight-up $1,100 discount simply for adding an eligible line, T-Mobile is slashing the Z Flip 8's $1,199.99 retail price to under $100. That's easily one of the best "no trade-in" foldable launch promotions on the market today.

Samsung held its highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event in London on Wednesday morning.

The showcase featured three new foldable phones and two new smartwatches, plus more. Spider-Man even made an appearance. Here's everything you need to know from the latest Galaxy Unpacked livestream, plus a first look at the devices.

SEE ALSO: Spider-Man swung through Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the cheapest and most fashionable new foldable Cute little guy. Credit: Rene Ramos/Mashable

The most affordable foldable Samsung's new lineup is also undeniably the cutest. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 is a fairly straightforward successor to last year's Z Flip 8; it's still a clamshell-style foldable with a small 4.1-inch outer display that mostly exists for checking notifications, and a bigger 6.9-inch inner display where you'll do most of your serious business. It starts at $1,199. The color options are pink, cream, graphite, and mint.

Most of the changes from last year are fairly modest. The new Z Flip is about 12 percent smaller than the Z Flip 7 was, and 8g lighter. All three of these new foldables feature Flex Titanium technology, which is intended to make the folding hinges both more durable and less visible to the naked eye.

Samsung kept most of the core specs, like RAM, storage, battery size, and camera megapixel counts the same this year. Perhaps the biggest improvement is the presence of a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset, the same as the other two new foldables. The Z Flip 7 ran on a comparatively weaker Exynos chip, so you can expect better performance and maybe even more efficient battery usage out of the Z Flip 8.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is not actually a follow-up to Z Fold 7 Widely anticipated. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Pre-event rumors had us a little confused about Samsung's device naming scheme this year, but all has been clarified as of Wednesday. Yes, there is a device called the Galaxy Z Fold 8. No, it is not a true successor to the Z Fold 7. Instead, it's a brand new device, and it starts at $1,899. It comes in lavender, cream, graphite, and pistachio colors.

This device sits at a midway point between the Z Flip 8 and the new Z Fold 8 Ultra (more on that in a bit) in terms of price and specs. It has a 5.5-inch outer display and a 7.6-inch inner display with a 4:3 aspect ratio, thought to be analogous to that of the upcoming iPhone Fold. At 201g, Samsung is calling it the "world's lightest Fold." With a 4,800mAh battery, it promises 26 hours of video playback on a single charge.

Camera-wise, it's closer to the Flip, with only two rear lenses rather than three. That means no telephoto lens, unfortunately. The 50MP main and 50MP ultra-wide lenses should allow for decent social media photos.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 UItra is the most premium device of the bunch Still my favorite one. Credit: Samsung

Remember how I said the Z Fold 8 does not actually exist as a sequel to the Z Fold 7? That's because the Z Fold 8 Ultra does, instead. Yes, Samsung gave an old name to a new phone and a new name to an old phone this year. Don't worry about it. The new one starts at $2,099, and its color options are violet shadow, green shadow, cream, and graphite.

Despite the new moniker, the Z Fold 8 Ultra is arguably the most similar to its predecessor. It's still a very light, thin phone, but its dimensions are almost identical to those of the Z Fold 7. RAM and storage counts haven't changed, but one major thing has: the battery size. Samsung went all the way up from 4,400mAh to 5,000mAh, the biggest battery in any Samsung foldable to date. The company is promising 27 hours of battery life, which would be a big improvement over last year.

Lastly, it has a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, up from 12MP a year ago. That's on top of the 200MP main lens and 10MP telephoto lens it already had. This will easily be the best camera array on any of these phones.

Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch 2 Ultra have plenty of AI health tracking features That's an expensive watch. Credit: Joe Maldonado/Mashable

Moving on from phones, Samsung also spent some time talking about the latest additions to its smartwatch portfolio. Meet the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.

The former comes in 40mm and 44mm sizes, and starts at $379. The latter, meanwhile, is 47mm and starts at a staggering $699. Both, of course, come with way too many band options and colors to write down in one place, but rest assured you can customize the look about as much as you want.

As usual, most of the upgrades this year deal with exercise and health tracking. The Ultra 2, in particular, has a lot of tracking features for outdoors activities. Trail Run will track elevation and terrain impact for hikes, Nutrition Alert will give you hydration advice in conjunction with the existing Sweat Loss feature, and an upcoming Diving app will offer detailed dive tracking because this phone is waterproof enough to actually go on dives with you.

Both phones will also benefit from a cornucopia of new AI health guidance features. A new Vitals feature will track deviations in your basic vitals, while the devices can also offer personalized insights regarding disruptions to sleep, daily cardio load, and loud noise alerts to protect your hearing.

As for hardware, the upgrades are more modest, but the Ultra 2 comes with an exceptionally bright 5,000 nits of peak brightness, making it great for outdoor use. Both Watch 9 models have larger batteries than before, and the Ultra 2 has a very big (by watch standards) 800mAh cell inside it. The Ultra 2 is definitely the one to get if you're all about endurance.

More info about upcoming Samsung smart glasses Those look like glasses, alright. Credit: Screenshot: Samsung

Last but not least, Samsung gave us a little bit of information about its upcoming Galaxy Glasses effort, with a short on-stage presentation that confirmed some rumors from ahead of the event. The upcoming smart glasses, which were previously announced, will be designed in collaboration with brands like Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, with at least four designs to come. They'll run on the new Android XR platform and will launch this fall, but we don't know how much they'll cost yet.

The glasses don't contain displays, but have speakers, microphones, and cameras on them, similar to other competitors. You can use it to talk to Gemini hands-free while connected to an Android phone or Wear OS watch. Battery life is supposedly around nine hours, with an additional seven charges in the charging case. It seems like we'll have to wait a little bit to hear more, though.

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FREE AMAZON GIFT CARD: As of July 22, when you preorder one of Samsung's new 2026 foldable phones — the Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra — you'll get a free $350 Amazon gift card. The offer ends Aug. 6, the day before the phones are officially released.

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Samsung's new foldables have arrived after weeks of anticipation. Announced at Samsung's July Galaxy Unpacked event, the 2026 foldable phones include the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra — both of which Mashable's tech editor says have "a cool factor the iPhone can't match." With an official launch date of Aug. 7, they're now up for preorder.

We recommend heading to Amazon instead of Samsung directly to preorder your new device, as you'll get a free gift card with your purchase. And when you see the prices of these phones, you'll want that free cash, trust me.

SEE ALSO: T-Mobile is giving away the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free — how to claim

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, the midrange option, features a 5.5-inch fold screen and 7.6-inch full-size screen. It's suspiciously similar to the rumored foldable iPhone. It can film in up to 8K at 30 fps, has a dual lens camera, and starts at 12GB of RAM. It comes in lavender, graphite, and cream at Amazon and starts at — brace yourselves — $1,899.99. By pre-ordering at Amazon, you'll get a free $350 gift card to spend later. Using girl math, that means you'll get the phone for $1,549.99.

The Z Fold 8 Ultra is the flagship Samsung foldable and successor of the Z Fold 7. It's the largest of the bunch, with a 6.5-inch fold screen and 8-inch full screen. It's also the only option with a three-lens camera (closer to the Galaxy S25 Ultra). It comes in cream, graphite, and violet shadow at Amazon and has a starting price of $2,099.99. Like the Fold 8, the Fold 8 Ultra comes with a free $350 gift card when you preorder at Amazon.

Amazon says you'll receive an email once your gift card is available and it won't be until after the product has shipped. Keep an eye out in your inbox so you don't miss out. Also note that your new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or 8 Ultra device will be unlocked, so you can take it to any carrier you wish.

In London during Galaxy Unpacked 2026, Samsung debuted new foldable phones and a new generation of smartwatches. On those new watches, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2, there's a whole host of new health insights, including sleep apnea detection. But the new Vitals feature on Samsung Galaxy Watches knows when you're getting sick before you do.

Using five different biometric markers — heart rate, heart rate variability, respiratory rate, skin temperature, and blood oxygen saturation — Vitals creates a health baseline for users and detects when those baselines deviate. Users then get an alert that something's off, so you can note when you might be getting sick or need some extra recovery time.

Samsung's Vitals feature use five different health biometrics to detect for symptoms. Credit: Samsung

While this feature is new to Samsung Galaxy Watches, it's not new in the world of health trackers. Oura Ring, the leader in smart rings, has its own Vitals page, the hub for all your health biometrics. Within Vitals is Symptom Radar, a feature that tracks your biometrics, detects any signs of strain, and encourages you to make daily decisions based on how you feel.

Samsung's Vitals seems to be the brand's own version of Symptom Radar. The new batch of Galaxy Watches, including the Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2, comes with boosted battery life for round-the-clock wear. That means they'll always be monitoring your biometrics so that you can have deeper health insights and access to features like Vitals.

The new Samsung Galaxy Watches are now up for preorder and will be available on Aug. 7.

Large language models (LLMs) might be the most accessible and flexible technology we've ever had access to. By default, they're presented as chatbots—but that's just one way to interact with them. With the right prompts, you can transform an LLM into something that behaves like an entirely different app, complete with its own custom interface.

TL;DR: Mattel and Hasbro revealed the $33 My Little Pony x Polly Pocket Compact at SDCC. The collectible combines Polly Pocket’s tiny playset style with classic Generation 1 My Little Pony details, including Firefly, Glory, and a mini Polly figure.

Mattel and Hasbro are joining forces for the first time, and the result is a tiny collectible packed with big nostalgia.

Announced at San Diego Comic-Con, the new My Little Pony x Polly Pocket Compact brings together Polly Pocket’s miniature world with the colorful charm of classic Generation 1 My Little Pony playsets. The collaboration is designed for longtime fans of both franchises while introducing the iconic toy brands to a new generation of collectors.

Priced at $33, the My Little Pony Polly Pocket Compact is more than just a display piece. The compact features Polly and Starshine on the outside and opens to reveal a pony-filled world inspired by the original My Little Pony playsets. Inside, collectors will find a fold-down waterfall and castle, a cozy stable for the ponies, and a rainbow ride where the characters can clip in for imaginative adventures.

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The set includes a micro Polly figure alongside My Little Pony favorites Firefly and Glory, both featuring brushable tails. Fans will also spot extra nostalgic details throughout the compact, including character artwork and a rainbow brush accessory.

The My Little Pony Polly x Pocket Compact is available now through Mattel for $33 and will also be showcased at both the Mattel and Hasbro booths during SDCC, giving attendees a closer look at the first-of-its-kind collaboration.

GET A FREE $200 GIFT CARD: Pre-order the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 for $1,199.99 at Amazon by August 6 and get a $200 gift card for free.

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Getting a new phone is almost never cheap. But if you're already planning to upgrade to Samsung's latest flip phone, you might as well get paid to do it.

SEE ALSO: T-Mobile is giving away the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free — how to claim

Right now, if you pre-order the 256GB Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 in Graphite at Amazon for $1,199.99, they'll throw in a $200 Amazon gift card. You just have to place your order by August 6 (its official release date is August 7).

The Z Flip8 features a 6.7-inch main screen and a 4.1-inch cover screen (which Samsung calls the FlexWindow). It lets you check notifications and send messages without opening your phone. As for the cameras, you get a 50MP wide lens and a 12MP ultrawide lens on the back, plus a 10MP front camera. Thanks to the folding design, you can set it down half-open on a table to take hands-free photos or shoot Super Steady video — no tripod required.

Considering a $200 gift card basically covers your screen protectors, a durable case, and a few other things in your cart, this is a pretty good pre-order bonus.

Where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Watches Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 $379.99 at Samsung Pre-Order Here Amazon Galaxy Watch 9 $379.99 at Amazon (get $50 Amazon gift card) Pre-Order Here Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 $699.99 at Samsung Pre-Order Here Amazon Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 $699.99 at Amazon Pre-Order Here

Over two years ago, Samsung announced the first Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, and at this year's Galaxy Unpacked, we're getting the second generation. Plus, the standard Galaxy Watch is getting an upgrade, too.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 are here, and as of July 22, available for preorder.

The new watches are dedicated to a new era of health tracking. Round-the-clock trackers like Oura Ring and Whoop are all the rage, and Samsung's Galaxy Watches are the brand's entry into the market (although, Samsung also has its own smart ring). To support 24/7 wear, these watches feature their largest batteries yet, in addition to the Snapdragon Wear Elite Platform.

Here's everything to know and where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Watches.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2: Price and availability

Two new watches are coming to the Samsung Galaxy lineup, and only one is getting a price increase from the previous generation. Here's a breakdown of the prices on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2:

• Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 (40mm and 44mm) — starts at $379.99 for Bluetooth and $429.99 for LTE models

• Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 (47mm) — starts at $699.99

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 currently costs $379.99, meaning its successor isn't getting a price increase. The Ultra 2, on the other hand, is $50 more than its predecessor.

Both watches are available for preorder as of July 22 and will be available on Aug. 7. Both are available for preorder at Samsung, among other retailers.

About the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 provides actionable insights including monitoring for Sleep Apnea. Credit: Joseph Maldonado / CNET Group

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 is both a smartwatch and a fitness tracker. With a new 390mAh battery, it's designed for round-the-clock wear, so it can track both your activity and sleep. It comes with a lightweight but durable aluminum casing with Samsung's signature cushion silhouette. Both new watches come with the Snapdragon Wear Elite platform, boosting the speed and efficiency of the watch. It comes with an FDA-backed Sleep Apnea feature to detect breathing disruptions as well as a Heart Health Score to assess cardiovascular wellness.

The watch starts at $379.99 and comes with a 40mm or 44mm case. The 40mm case comes in either cream or graphite, while the 44mm case comes in graphite or silver.

Galaxy Watch 9 $379.99 at Amazon
  Pre-order Here at Amazon Pre-order Here at Best Buy Pre-order Here at Samsung About the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 The battery on the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 now has a 35% increase in capacity over its predecessor. Credit: Joseph Maldonado / CNET Group

For a more powerful watch, designed for those seeking extreme outdoor adventures, there's the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, which is getting its first update in two years. The Ultra 2 comes packed with features made for endurance athletes, like Trail Run, which tracks detailed elevation and terrain impact. Plus, it has Nutrition Alerts, which build off the existing Sweat Loss feature, which sends reminders to hydrate based on your sweat loss.

It now comes with an 800 mAh battery, a 35 percent increase in capacity. Plus, it has a brightness of 5,000 nits, for superior brightness even in sunlight.

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 $699.99 at Amazon
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Samsung didn't bring back all of its Galaxy Watch models for 2026, but it did just reveal two new ones.

At its Galaxy Unpacked showcase on Wednesday, Samsung announced the new Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. And it turns out pre-show rumors of no new Galaxy Watch Classic this year were correct.

The Galaxy Watch 9 starts at $379.99 for Bluetooth and $429.99 for the LTE model. Meanwhile, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 starts at a substantially more expensive $699.99.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and Ultra 2 specs Watch out. Credit: Joseph Maldonado / CNET Group

The Galaxy Watch 9, Samsung's successor to the Galaxy Watch 8, will come in 40mm and 44mm models, while the Ultra 2 is sized at 47mm.

Samsung upgraded the battery in the larger Watch 9 this year, giving it a 445mAh cell, but the 40mm variant only has a 390mAh cell in it. The biggest battery improvement comes on the Watch Ultra 2, which will come with a whopping 800mAh cell and a 60-hour charge, the company announced during Galaxy Unpacked.

Other specs include:

• Watch 9: 2GB memory

• Watch Ultra 2: 2GB memory

• Watch 9: 32GB storage

• Watch Ultra 2: 64GB storage

• Both watches: Snapdragon Wear Elite chip

The Ultra 2 also comes with a very bright 5,000-nit display, making it ideal for outdoor use. On the Watch 9, you get just 3,000 nits, which should still be good enough for most occasions.

Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 $379.99 at Amazon
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On the software side, Samsung has packed in a bunch of outdoor sports tracking features in the Ultra 2. Trail Run will track stats like terrain impact and elevation for hiking, while Nutrition Alert adds onto the old Sweat Loss tracker to tell you when to hydrate, and by how much.

The Ultra 2 is also water-resistant enough to be worn while diving, and Samsung says detailed dive tracking will arrive with a Diving app later this year. During Wednesday's Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung revealed that the watch is EN13319-certified, meaning it accurately detects diving depth and time and has passed pressure chamber testing. The Ultra 2 will have exclusive diving features through a partnership with scuba equipment manufacturer, Mares.

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Another selling point for the watches: a slew of new AI health features, available on both devices. They will use on-board trackers to deliver personalized insights — such as breathing disruptions during sleep, deviations in your vitals, daily recommended cardio load, and alerts for dangerously loud noise levels to protect your hearing.

Neither of these watches is exactly reinventing the wheel (or the Squircle). Still, the hardware upgrades, along with AI upgrades, should make them effective health trackers for the target audience.

Both watches offer a variety of band options, including sport and everyday styles. The Ultra 2 also has band options specifically for water.

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 $699.99 at Amazon
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SAVE $250: As of July 22, get the Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum and mop for $449.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699.99. That's a discount of 36%.

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If you're spending more time cleaning your floors than kicking back and relaxing at home, you might want to invest in a good robot vacuum. The best make it so that you don't have to lift a finger to get things done around the house. And these days, you don't have to worry about breaking the bank either, especially with this particular model that's on sale at an excellent price.

As of July 22, get the Eufy X10 Pro Omni robot vacuum and mop for $449.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699.99. That's $250 off and a discount of 36%.

SEE ALSO: T-Mobile is offering a free Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 — here's how this preorder deal works

This full-featured robot vacuum and mop combo offers strong suction paired with efficient hard floor cleaning. It has a 2.5L dust bag that you only need to replace every 2 months, with a 3L clean water tank that can clean up to 2,000 sq ft multiple times before you need to switch out the reservoir. When it dries your floor it does so with 45-degree Celsis heated air for sanitary purposes, all without you having to do anything at all.

It uses a sophisticated self-cleaning roller brush to cut through hair and tangles with powerful 8,000 Pa of suction to eliminate even hidden dirt and debris you may be missing. It's great for deep-cleaning or casual tidying, whatever is on the menu for the day, and it uses AI to detect and avoid over 100 objects so you don't have to manually map out your home.

If you're ready to offload your daily cleaning schedule to the robots, this one is an excellent pick, especially thanks to its budget price made even better with this sale.

Where to preorder the new Samsung Galaxy phones Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 $1,199.99 at Samsung Pre-Order Here Amazon Galaxy Z Flip 8 $1,199.99 at Amazon (get a $200 Amazon gift card) Pre-Order Here T-Mobile Galaxy Z Flip 8 $1,199.99 at T-Mobile (save up to $1,100 when you add a new line) Pre-Order Here Amazon Galaxy Z Fold 8 $1,899.99 at Amazon (get a $350 Amazon gift card) Pre-Order Here Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 $1,899.99 at Samsung Pre-Order Here T-Mobile Galaxy Z Fold 8 $1,899.99 at T-Mobile (save up to $1,100 when you add a new line) Pre-Order Here AT&T Galaxy Z Fold 8 $1,899.99 at AT&T (get it for $0 with eligible trade-in) Pre-Order Here Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra $2,099.99 at Samsung Pre-Order Here Amazon Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra $2,099.99 at Amazon (get a $350 Amazon gift card) Pre-Order Here T-Mobile Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra $2,099.99 at T-Mobile (save up to $1,100 when you add a new line) Pre-Order Here

New Samsung phones are here. At Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026, three new phones were announced: the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The new phones are successors to the Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7, so if you're ready for a new phone, get ready to preorder these devices.

We've been anticipating the new models for weeks, vetting rumors of what's to come with the latest foldables. Now that we're here, we can finally confirm exactly which models are available and just how much each will cost.

Galaxy Z Flip 8, Z Fold 8, and Z Fold 8 Ultra pricing breakdown

Here's the pricing breakdown:

• Galaxy Z Flip 8 (pink, graphite, cream, mint) — starting at $1,199

• Galaxy Z Fold 8 (lavender, graphite, cream, pistachio) — starting at $1,899.99

• Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (violet shadow, graphite, cream, green shadow) — starting at $2,099.99

Both the Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra are $100 more than last year's models; no surprise in the face of the global memory crisis. All of the new models are up for preorder as of July 22 and will be available Aug. 7.

If you've previously owned the Z Flip and Fold series, the successive models are slightly different. So here's what you need to know about the new Samsung smartphones.

About the Galaxy Z Flip 8 The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the successor to the Z Flip 7. Credit: Joseph Maldonado / CNET Group

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is the successor to the Z Flip 7. It folds down into a pocket-sized square, flipping open to a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED display. The display is phenomenal and extremely impressive, the crease of the phone indistinguishable when flipped open. It comes with a dual lens camera with up to 10x zoom and 4K video, filming at 60 fps. It has 12GB of RAM (more than some computers) and either 256GB or 512GB of storage space.

The Z Flip 8 comes in four different colors: pink, graphite, cream, and mint (online only). It starts at $1,199.99.

Galaxy Z Flip 8 $1,199.99 at Samsung
  Pre-order Here at Samsung Pre-order Here at Amazon Pre-order Here at T-Mobile About the Galaxy Z Fold 8 The dimensions of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 are suspiciously close to the leaked foldable iPhone. Credit: Joseph Maldonado / CNET Group

Apple has yet to release a foldable iPhone, but Samsung has already come out with a phone destined to compete. Rumors were floating about this model, with some thinking it would be called the Galaxy Z Fold Wide. Now we know it's actually the Galaxy Z Fold 8, a new model with a fullscreen ratio of 4:3.

It's a midrange option between the Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, with a 5.5-inch folded screen and a 7.6-inch full-size screen. Like the Flip, it has a dual lens camera, but is able to film in up to 8K at 30 fps. You can go for models with 12GB of RAM and either 256GB or 512GB of storage, or a model with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage.

The Z Fold 8 starts at $1,899.99. It comes in lavender, graphite, cream, and pistachio (online only).

Galaxy Z Fold 8 $1,899.99 at Samsung
  Pre-order Here at Samsung Pre-order Here at Amazon Pre-order Here at T-Mobile About the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra The successor to the Z Fold 7 is the Z Fold 8 Ultra. Credit: Joseph Maldonado / CNET Group

If you've previously seen or used the Z Fold 7, its successor is the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. It's the largest phone among all of Samsung's foldables with a 6.5-inch cover screen and an 8-inch full screen. It's the only foldable with a three-lens camera, letting you film in up to 8K with 3x optical and 30x space zoom.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra comes in violet shadow, graphite, cream, and green shadow (online only). It starts at $2,099.99.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra $2,099.99 at Samsung
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TL;DR: Pantalones Tequila and Tipsy Scoop teamed up on a Peaches & Cream Margarita Ice Cream flavor made with Pantalones Organic Reposado Tequila. The limited-edition flavor launches July 22 and will be available at Tipsy Scoop locations through August, with nationwide shipping available through Goldbelly.

Opens in a new window Credit: Pantalones Tequila / Tipsy Scoop Peaches & Cream Margarita Ice Cream $109.95 at Goldbelly
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Matthew McConaughey’s Pantalones Tequila is giving margarita lovers a new way to enjoy their favorite summer drink — with a spoon.

The tequila brand co-founded by Matthew and Camila McConaughey has teamed up with Tipsy Scoop to turn the classic cocktail into a frozen dessert just in time for National Tequila Day.

The collaboration brings two margarita-inspired treats to the menu, including a limited-edition Peaches & Cream Margarita Ice Cream flavor launching on July 22. Made with fresh peach ice cream, Pantalones Organic Reposado Tequila, and a hint of tangy lime, the flavor is designed to taste like a frozen version of the summer cocktail.

The boozy ice cream will be available through August at all Tipsy Scoop Barlours for $8.50 per scoop or $16 per pint. Fans who aren’t near a location can also order it nationwide through Goldbelly in a four-pint pack for $109.95.

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Later this summer, the partnership will expand with the Pantalones Dallas Margarita Sorbet, a dairy-free, vegan treat inspired by the classic Texas Margarita. Made with Pantalones Organic Reposado Tequila, orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice, it will debut at Tipsy Scoop's new Dallas Barlour as a permanent menu item for $8.50 per scoop or $16 per pint.

“Most margaritas are served on the rocks. This summer, we’re deciding to serve ours by the scoop,” said Persia Tatar, CMO of Pantalones Organic Tequila. With margarita season in full swing, this collaboration brings happy hour to dessert — no cocktail shaker required.

Not near a Tipsy Scoop? Grab the Peaches & Cream Margarita Boozy Ice Cream 4-pack online for $109.95.

Standby mode is both a blessing and a curse. Fast startup times and background processes are convenient, but have you ever stopped to ask how much these services are worth to you per year?

Partway through today's Samsung Galaxy Unpacked, a familiar face swung through: Spider-Man.

Ahead of the release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day at the end of July, Samsung played a video of all the phones the superhero breaks while trying to save New York City. But, thankfully, the new Samsung foldable phone is apparently much more durable.

SEE ALSO: I tried Samsung's new foldables. They have a cool factor the iPhone can't match.

During the video, however, Spider-Man is suspiciously silent, leading viewers to think that the company couldn't get actor Tom Holland to appear. But no matter, his friend Ned Leeds (Jacob Batalon) was able to show off the new phone in his stead. Jacob Batalon even made an appearance on the Unpacked Stage in London to show off the phone.

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And Spider-Man (OK, some guy in a Spider-Man suit) even popped in to close out the segment.

TL;DR: T-Mobile is celebrating Samsung Unpacked by offering the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 for free — saving you $379.99 (100% off) via 24 monthly bill credits when you add a qualifying wearable line.

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Carrier launch windows are historically the only time you can score 100% off a newly-announced flagship smartwatch without trading in an older device. With Samsung Unpacked officially underway, T-Mobile is attempting to lock in subscribers by wiping away the entire $379.99 retail cost of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9.

If you've been holding out on adding a cellular smartwatch to your wrist setup, this is the lowest upfront price you will see all year.

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As savvy consumers, you should know that carrier bill credits always come with strings attached. While wiping out the Galaxy Watch 9's $379.99 sticker price upfront sounds like a steal, you aren't walking away without spending anything.

To get this new smartwatch for $0, T-Mobile requires you to add a new paired wearable line to your monthly account. Assuming you have AutoPay turned on, that service line will run you around $12 to $15 per month. Add in T-Mobile's standard one-time $35 connection charge at checkout, and your actual out-of-pocket cost over the 24-month contract cycle comes to roughly $323 (plus tax).

If you genuinely want true, phone-free independence, paying around $323 over two years for a top-tier $380 smartwatch plus two full years of standalone cellular data is a genuinely great deal. However, if you just want a simple Bluetooth watch to check text notifications and track your daily sleep, you are better off skipping T-Mobile entirely and buying directly from Samsung.

For a long time, if you've wanted a laptop built to last, there's been a single easy-to-remember bit of advice: buy a ThinkPad. These laptops have long been designed with business customers in mind, so they're made to be durable and repairable. Yet there's now a better brand if you want a laptop that's not only repairable—but upgradeable.

TL;DR: Pre-order the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free when you trade in an eligible device on Experience Beyond and Go5G Next plans with T-Mobile.

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Samsung Unpacked has officially unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and it carries a hefty $1,899.99 retail price tag. Buying it outright is a massive investment, but there is a crafty hack you should know about.

Carrier pre-order windows are traditionally the single best time to bypass upfront hardware costs. T-Mobile's opening promotion offers up to $1,900 in bill credits over 24 months. If you have an eligible flagship to trade in, this completely cancels out the phone's list price — making it the most aggressive launch offer we've seen for a book-style foldable to date.

How to get the Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free

Getting the maximum trade-in value on the Fold 8 requires some simple steps:

• Trade in: To unlock the full $1,900 credit ceiling, you must trade in an eligible high-end device (such as a Galaxy Z Fold 6/7, S25 Ultra, or recent iPhone Pro Max) in good condition.

• Select a plan: You must be on, or switch to, T-Mobile’s Experience Beyond or Go5G Next plans.

You will still need to pay local state sales tax on the full $1,899.99 retail price upfront at checkout, plus T-Mobile’s standard $35 connection charge.

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If you are already on (or planning to switch to) T-Mobile's top-tier unlimited plans, taking advantage of a $1,900 trade-in credit to get a brand-new $1,899 flagship for free is an absolute no-brainer. Just remember that you are locking into a 24-month service commitment. If you cancel your line early, the remaining unpaid hardware balance becomes due immediately.

TL;DR: Kylian Mbappé is the cover athlete for EA Sports FC 27: Ultimate Edition. The soccer star returns to the franchise cover for the first time in four years ahead of the game's gameplay reveal on July 23.

Kylian Mbappé is returning to the cover of EA’s football franchise. Electronic Arts has revealed the French superstar as the cover athlete for EA Sports FC 27 Ultimate Edition, marking his first time as an EA Sports FC cover star and his return to the franchise cover after four years.

Mbappé will also appear as the new cover athlete for EA Sports FC Mobile, continuing his long-running relationship with the football gaming franchise.

The Real Madrid forward earned the cover spot after another standout season on the pitch. Since joining Real Madrid in 2024, Mbappé has finished as La Liga top scorer in both of his seasons in Spain and claimed the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Golden Boot after scoring 15 goals in the competition.

He has also continued to make history with the French national team, becoming the World Cup’s all-time leading goalscorer and the first player to win the Golden Boot twice.

SEE ALSO: English footballer Wayne Rooney's blunt reaction to World Cup halftime show goes viral

“To be featured on the cover of an EA Sports FC title for the first time is a very special moment for me,” Mbappé said. “It's an honor to continue my long-term relationship with the franchise in its latest chapter, alongside the players who have shaped its history. I can't wait for everyone to experience FC 27.”

The cover reveal kicks off a week of EA Sports FC 27 news, with EA sharing more details before the official gameplay trailer drops on Thursday, July 23, at 9 a.m. PT / 12 p.m. ET.