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Samsung has begun a global rollout of One UI 8.5 on May 11, starting with the Galaxy S25 series and Galaxy Z Fold 7 / Z Flip 7, with additional devices including S24 and S23 lines and Tab S10/S11 rolling out in phased regions; beta users will see smaller downloads, and full availability may take a few weeks.
Motorola’s Razr Fold launches as a book-style foldable to challenge Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7, offering a 6.6-inch cover display and 8.1-inch internal screen, a 6,000‑mAh battery with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging, a Moto Pen stylus, and a triple 50MP rear camera setup; the Z Fold 7 remains thinner and lighter (about 4.2mm open, 8.9mm closed; 215g) with a 6.5-inch cover and 8-inch main display, a 4,400 mAh battery, 200MP main camera, and no S Pen support. Price starts at $1,900 for the Razr Fold (512GB) and $2,000 for the Z Fold 7 (256GB); US preorders begin May 14 with May 21 availability. Both run Android 16 with long-term software updates, but Motorola emphasizes premium design and stylus capability while Samsung highlights cameras and a slim form factor.
One UI 8.5 beta brings Galaxy AI features from the Galaxy S26 to the Galaxy S24 series and Z Fold 7, including Creative Studio, Call Screening, improved Photo Assist, and Audio Eraser; the S25 line has already received these features, and Samsung plans broader rollout to other flagships, with the beta available through Settings > Software update.
Leaked dummies of Apple's first foldable iPhone show a very wide device when folded, raising concerns that a tablet-first design could hinder one-handed usability even as the unfolded experience aims to impress; the piece uses Samsung’s foldables as a contrast to highlight the risk of prioritizing form over practical everyday use.
Samsung has opened the One UI 8.5 beta for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 in India and Korea, with firmware versions F966NKSU8ZZC5 (Korea) and F966BXXU8ZZC5 (India) based on Android 16 QPR2, including the February 2026 security patch. Eligible users can join via the Samsung Members app; as with all betas, expect bugs and stability issues.
Samsung is offering a $1,000 instant discount on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 when you trade in a qualifying device, bringing the 256GB model to $999 (512GB/1TB variants can also be discounted up to $1,000). If you don’t have a trade-in, a straight $350 discount is available. Trade-in values vary by device (Fold 6 or Galaxy S25 Ultra can fetch the full $1,000; S25+ around $600; S25 Edge and standard S25 around $430–$466). All colors, including Mint, are eligible for the discount.
Samsung is offering a significant holiday discount on the Galaxy Z Fold 7, with up to $1120 off including trade-in savings and a free storage upgrade, making the 512GB model available for just $999, appealing to foldable phone enthusiasts.
Amazon and Best Buy are offering the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with $400 off the regular price, bringing it down to $1,599.99 and $1,600 respectively, for the 256GB model. This deal matches Prime Day lows, with additional trade-in offers available through Samsung for even greater discounts. The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a slim design, a 200MP camera, a large 8-inch screen, and powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
Samsung is set to unveil a tri-fold foldable phone at the end of the month, expanding the foldable phone market and challenging existing players like Huawei. The device's launch, coinciding with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, signals Samsung's confidence in the product, though questions remain about its price, practicality, and consumer demand. The move positions Samsung as a leader in foldable technology, but the success of the tri-fold design remains uncertain.
Samsung has launched the W26, a luxurious, China-exclusive version of the Galaxy Z Fold 7, featuring satellite calling, a premium design with gold accents, increased RAM, and exclusive AI tools, but it remains limited to the Chinese market due to regional partnerships and infrastructure.
Amazon is offering significant discounts on various tech products, including up to $190 off the Google Pixel Tablet starting at $249, and $400 off the most affordable Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, with prices as low as $1,600 for the 256GB model. Additionally, there are ongoing deals on Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 and other accessories, along with major sales at Best Buy, Walmart, and Target on electronics, smart home devices, and more.
Samsung USA is offering significant discounts on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Z Fold 7, with savings of up to $470 and including free memory upgrades, making these the best no-trade-in deals available so far, though the offers are limited-time.
Samsung is preparing to launch its long-awaited tri-fold smartphone, possibly called Galaxy Z TriFold, around October, with an unveiling expected at the APEC summit. The device's release outside South Korea and China remains uncertain, but strong sales of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 in the US could influence Samsung's global rollout plans.
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 are experiencing strong demand in the U.S., driven by major design improvements, increased battery life, and AI integration, with the Z Fold 7 attracting many former Galaxy S Ultra users and setting sales records.
The Galaxy Z Fold 7 is exceeding sales expectations, with Samsung increasing production targets and sales likely surpassing 2.4 million units this year, amid growing interest in foldable smartphones and upcoming innovative models like the tri-folding phone.