Galaxy Z Sequence and New Watches redefine foldable and wearable experiences, serving to folks discover, uncover, and categorical their individuality
SYDNEY, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. has introduced that Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely, Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Watch9, and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 at the moment are out there in Australia.
The native availability is dwell as Samsung Electronics Australia units a brand new file – its most profitable foldable pre-order to-date, with strong double-digit development 12 months on 12 months. Attracting its highest variety of new to Samsung switchers, with Galaxy Z Fold8 main the combo. The newest Galaxy Z sequence have additionally seen a rise in youthful Australians, influenced by the portability and pocketability of the foldable kind issue. By color, Graphite and Lavender have been the most well-liked amongst Australians who opted for the Galaxy Z Fold8, whereas Violet Shadow and Graphite have been most popular for the Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely. Pink and Graphite have been the highest color picks for the Galaxy Z Flip8.
Eric Chou, Vice President of Cell eXperience at Samsung Electronics Australia, stated, “We’re dedicated to delivering Australians a cell expertise that goes past the {hardware} – spanning safety, service, software program and Galaxy AI – mirrored in our newest, most full Galaxy foldable and wearable line-up but. Our all-new Galaxy gadgets are anchored by AI that goals to make on a regular basis life extra handy and significant, whereas paired with our sturdy privateness assurance by way of our Knox-defence grade safety answer. Most significantly, Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely, Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 every supply distinct experiences, designed for various Australian existence, proudly reinforcing we spend money on a holistic cell expertise that goes past the core use of a smartphone or smartwatch.”
Samsung Expands its Foldable Management with Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely, and Galaxy Z Flip8
With eight generations of foldable innovation behind it, Samsung’s newest Galaxy Z Sequence provides gadgets designed for immersive leisure, highly effective productiveness, and on-the-go creativity.
The all-new Galaxy Z Fold8 introduces a first-of-its-kind passport-inspired kind issue that transforms how customers eat content material, seamlessly shifting between fast interactions and immersive viewing, studying and gaming. Light-weight and prepared for on a regular basis use, it combines Galaxy AI, highly effective efficiency and a sophisticated twin 50MP digital camera system[1] in Samsung’s lightest Galaxy Z Fold machine but.[2]
For these in search of the last word foldable expertise, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely delivers Samsung’s most superior foldable but. That includes an expansive 8-inch show,[3] Extremely-grade digital camera capabilities, all-day battery life[4] and flagship efficiency, it’s designed for Australians who need to create, multitask, and keep productive from anyplace.
In the meantime, Galaxy Z Flip8 is Samsung’s slimmest and lightest flip cellphone ever,[5],[6] weighing simply 180g[7], and it brings collectively type, comfort and self-expression in a compact design. With a reimagined AI-powered FlexWindow, enhanced digital camera capabilities, and Samsung’s signature Flex Mode[8] expertise, Galaxy Z Flip8 makes it simpler to seize and keep linked on the go.
Throughout the brand new Galaxy Z Sequence, Samsung continues to reinforce content material creation with Galaxy AI-powered instruments and digital camera options, together with My FanCam[9] making it simpler to seize, edit, and share content material. The lineup additionally advantages from Samsung’s new Flex Titanium know-how, delivering slimmer, stronger, and a extra refined foldable.[10]
“For nearly a decade, we have now proudly pioneered the foldable class, and are thrilled with Australians’ overwhelmingly optimistic response to our newest Galaxy Z sequence, particularly our Galaxy Fold8,” stated Nathan Rigger, Head of Product, Cell eXperience at Samsung Australia. “Our file foldable pre-order efficiency solidifies our continued confidence within the class, and drive to satisfy Australians evolving wants. With Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely and Galaxy Z Flip8 we try to rework the way in which Australians eat media, join and categorical themselves, by setting new requirements in efficiency and performance.”
Galaxy Watch Ultra2 and Galaxy Watch9 Ship Clever Well being and Wellness Experiences
Samsung’s newest Galaxy Watch lineup provides Australians two distinct smartwatch choices, designed to help every part from on a regular basis wellbeing to high-performance coaching. Throughout each gadgets, Samsung’s newest AI-powered well being options assist customers proactively handle key areas resembling exercise, restoration, cardiovascular well being, and sleep.
Constructed for adventurers and high-performance athletes, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is Samsung’s most superior smartwatch but. Designed to carry out in demanding environments, it combines specialised sports activities monitoring, well being and wellness monitoring, and Samsung’s brightest watch show ever with as much as 5,000 nits of peak brightness.[11] With a bigger battery, enhanced sturdiness, and highly effective efficiency, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is engineered to assist customers push additional whether or not they’re coaching, exploring or tackling on a regular basis challenges.
For these in search of an on a regular basis wellness companion, Galaxy Watch9 delivers highly effective insights in a light-weight and cozy design. That includes lasting battery, a vibrant show, and AI-powered well being insights by means of Samsung Well being[12] and Galaxy AI, Galaxy Watch9 helps customers construct higher habits by means of easy all-day monitoring, and actionable insights.
“Well being and wellness look totally different for everybody, which is why we’ve designed our newest Galaxy Watch line-up to help a broad vary of Australian existence, objectives, and routines,” stated Kylie Mason, Head of Wearables, Cell eXperience, Samsung Electronics Australia. “Whether or not it’s pushing your limits open air with Galaxy Watch Ultra2 or constructing higher on a regular basis habits with Galaxy Watch9, these gadgets mix superior well being insights, AI-powered teaching, and all-day consolation to assist Australians construct higher habits and keep on observe.”
Australian Launch Occasions, Activations and Campaigns
To have fun the Samsung collaboration with Sony Footage’ “Spider-Man: Model New Day”, Spider-Man not too long ago paid a go to to 2 pleasant neighbourhood Samsung Expertise Shops in NSW and VIC.
On the Samsung Expertise Retailer Chadstone on Saturday, 8 August, and the Samsung Expertise Retailer Parramatta on Sunday, 9 August, followers had the chance to satisfy Spider-Man and seize the second on the most recent Galaxy Z Sequence gadgets.
Galaxy Specialists have been readily available to showcase why Samsung foldables are breakout stars, bringing the innovation and pleasure of the Galaxy Z Sequence to life for patrons.
See how Samsung flips into action for Sony Pictures’ “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” with a cinematic spot starring Jacob Batalon.
Samsung’s launch of the brand new Galaxy Z Sequence, Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2 is supported by a nationwide built-in advertising and marketing marketing campaign anticipated to succeed in 96.7% of Australia’s Gen MZ viewers.
The launch will characteristic landmark out of doors promoting throughout Melbourne and Sydney, together with premium digital placements at Melbourne’s Emporium and Sydney’s Broadway & George precincts, complemented by greater than 3,300 out-of-home panels nationwide spanning retail, transit and road furnishings.
Samsung can even carry the Galaxy expertise to customers by means of a significant retail presence at Melbourne’s Highpoint Buying Centre, alongside content material partnerships with main creators and publishers throughout Twitch, ARN’s Footy & Mates and Mamamia’s The Spill, integrating Galaxy gadgets into leisure, way of life and sporting conversations throughout Australia.
Availability
From August 14, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely, Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Watch9, Galaxy Watch Ultra2 can be found to order in Australia, with pricing and color choices listed beneath:
Pricing
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Mannequin |
RRP |
Reminiscence |
Color |
On-line Unique |
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Galaxy Z Fold8 |
$3599 |
16GB + 1TB |
Cream Graphite Lavender |
Pistachio |
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$2999 |
12GB + 512GB |
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$2699 |
12GB + 256GB |
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Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely |
$3899 |
16GB + 1TB |
Cream Graphite Violet Shadow |
Inexperienced Shadow |
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$3299 |
12GB + 512GB |
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$2999 |
12GB + 256GB |
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Galaxy Z Flip8 |
$2249 |
12GB + 512GB |
Cream Graphite Pink |
Mint |
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$1949 |
12GB + 256GB |
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Mannequin |
RRP |
Dimension |
Color |
In-box Band |
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Galaxy |
$1299 |
47mm |
Titanium Gray |
Marine Band (Black) |
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Titanium Silver |
Marine Band (Olive) |
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Galaxy Watch9 |
$649 |
Small 40mm BT |
Graphite |
Sports activities Band (Black) |
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Cream |
Sports activities Band (Cream) |
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$699 |
Massive 44mm BT |
Graphite |
Sports activities Band (Black) |
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Silver |
Sports activities Band (Olive) |
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$749 |
Small 40mm LTE |
Graphite |
Sports activities Band (Black) |
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Cream |
Sports activities Band (Cream) |
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$799 |
Massive 44mm LTE |
Graphite |
Sports activities Band (Black) |
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Silver |
Sports activities Band (Olive) |
Launch Affords: T&CS apply, supply dates differ by channel
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T&Cs apply on all provides |
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Channel |
Provide |
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Samsung.com (14 Aug, 2026 – 9 Sep, 2026) |
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Telstra (14 Aug, 2026 – 7 Sep, 2026) |
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Optus (13 Aug, 2026 – 6 Sep, 2026) |
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TPG (Vodafone) (14 Aug, 2026 – 7 Sep, 2026) |
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Open Channel (taking part retailers) (14 Aug, 2026 – 26 Aug, 2026) |
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Moreover, New Galaxy Membership in Australia – an improve and safety program – provides as much as 50% of an eligible machine’s beneficial retail value again when prospects transfer to an eligible next-generation Galaxy cellphone between 9 to 13 months after signing up. This system additionally contains Samsung Care+ for repairs and help, and it’s out there with the Galaxy Z Sequence by way of Samsung.com/au on a month-to-month or one-year upfront plan.[13]
For extra details about the Galaxy Z Sequence, Galaxy Watch Ultra2, and Galaxy Watch9, please go to: Samsung Australia Newsroom, and Samsung.com/au.
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung evokes the world and shapes the longer term with transformative concepts and applied sciences. The corporate is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable gadgets, tablets, house home equipment, community methods, and reminiscence, system LSI, foundry and LED options, and delivering a seamless linked expertise by means of its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with companions. For the most recent information, please go to the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com/au.
About Sony Footage’ Spider-Man: Model New Day
It’s a BRAND NEW DAY for Peter Parker. Preventing crime full-time as Spider-Man in a world that doesn’t bear in mind him and the strain of seeing his previous associates transfer on with out him sparks a change in Peter he might not have the ability to manage. However that transformation may also be the one factor that may cease a surprising new risk to the town and people he loves – a strong villain nobody may even see.
The world might have forgotten Peter Parker, however he hasn’t forgotten them.
Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, the movie is written by Chris McKenna & Erik Sommers. Primarily based on the MARVEL Comedian Guide by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, serving as producers are Kevin Feige, p.g.a., Amy Pascal, p.g.a., Avi Arad, and Rachel O’Connor, p.g.a. Government producers are Louis D’Esposito and David Cain. The movie stars Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Tramell Tillman, Michael Mando and Mark Ruffalo. Credit not ultimate.
See Spider-Man: Model New Day, in cinemas now.
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[1] Outcomes might differ relying on gentle situation and/or taking pictures situations together with a number of topics, being out of focus or transferring topics. |
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[2] Weight might differ by nation or area. |
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[3] Measured diagonally, Galaxy Z Fold8 Extremely’s Cowl Display measurement is 6.5″ within the full rectangle and 6.5″ accounting for the rounded corners. The Predominant Display measurement is 8.0″ within the full rectangle and eight.0″ accounting for the rounded corners; precise viewable space is smaller as a result of rounded corners and digital camera gap. |
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[4] Precise battery life varies by community surroundings, options and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the variety of instances charged, and lots of different components. |
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[5] In comparison with earlier Galaxy Z Flip fashions. Galaxy Z Flip8 measures 13.1mm when folded and 6.1mm when unfolded. Thickness measured from high to backside of the glass on the thinnest level. The Z Flip8 measures 180g in weight and the Z Flip7 measures 188g. |
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[6] In comparison with earlier fashions. |
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[7] Weight might differ by nation or area. |
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[8] Flex Mode supported at angles between 75° and 115°. Some apps might not be supported in Flex Mode. |
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[9] Outcomes might differ relying on taking pictures situations and surroundings. Accuracy of outcomes isn’t assured. |
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[10] In comparison with earlier Galaxy Z Fold fashions. |
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[11] Primarily based on market analysis of worldwide launched smartwatches as of June 2026. The 5,000-nit specification refers back to the localised peak brightness achieved beneath excessive ambient gentle and full-screen brightness might differ. Precise brightness might differ or be restricted relying on environmental components, machine temperature and utilization situations. |
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[12] Samsung Well being isn’t a medical/therapeutic machine. It’s solely meant for health and wellness functions solely and isn’t meant to be used within the analysis of illness or different situations; or within the remedy, mitigation, remedy or prevention of illness; or for the prevention or management of conception or being pregnant. Samsung recommends that you simply seek the advice of along with your physician or doctor earlier than taking part in any train program. |
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[13] The power to buy New Galaxy Membership (typically) is on the market to customers solely by way of Samsung.com and thru the Enhanced Partnership Program (excluding the Samsung Employees Portal). It’s not out there to prospects procuring on Samsung Enterprise Store. New Galaxy Membership and Samsung Care+ will not be insurance coverage merchandise. Samsung Care+ protection, service sort and promotion particulars might differ by nation/area and deductible (service payment) might apply. To be eligible for Samsung Care+ and New Galaxy Membership promotion profit, registration could also be required. For detailed info, please go to https://www.samsung.com/au/new-galaxy-club/. |
