Galaxy Unpacked: New features from the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip & Z Fold Series

Samsung has launched another game-changing line of foldable phones at their highly anticipated annual Unpacked event.

Their Galaxy Z series is full of cutting-edge AI features and bigger, better folding screens that make for an immersive experience. Let one of our top sales consultants walk you through the slate of new devices including the Galaxy Z Flip8, Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, Galaxy Watch9, and Galaxy Watch9 Ultra 2. Discover all the new features and improvements in the latest Galaxy lineup right here.

I watched the Samsung Galaxy Flip8 and Fold8 launch event so you don't have to. Let's get into some key features.

Starting off strong, Samsung released their first-ever Z Fold Ultra. This device is going to be the thinnest Z Fold that they've ever created. It's got increased durability due to Flex Titanium, so it is simultaneously more flexible and stronger than ever before. It's got a reduced crease in the middle and it's got the largest battery of any Z Fold ever created. It's got up to 27 hours of video playback time even though it is the thinnest model yet. This device will also have many beloved features from the S26 Ultra, such as Now Nudges and Nightography.

Getting into the classic Z Fold8, this device is going to be the world's lightest foldable device. It's also incorporating Flex Titanium for the flattest display yet. When it unfolds, it is now switching to a 4x3 ratio. This is perfect for avid movie watchers and gamers. The most exciting new camera feature is the Fan Cam, so it will automatically center on any subject in a video that you choose.

Getting into the watches, the Galaxy Watch9 uses proactive care to prevent you having to go to the doctor, and it will let you know when maybe it's time. It silently tracks your vitals, it lets you know when something's off, and it offers you advice on how to improve your health, your sleep, whatever you may need to do. Additionally, there's a built-in running coach that can make programs for you to train for anything between 5Ks to full marathons. It also can track your form as you're running, giving you tips on preventing injury and how to increase your endurance.

Samsung also released the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra2. This watch is going to be the most durable of any Samsung watch on the market. It has the best water resistance and dust resistance. In addition, its battery life is 35% better than the Ultra Watch1. This watch has got the brightest display of any smartwatch on the market. It can go down to 40 feet deep in water. They have introduced a scuba diving app and they've partnered with Mares to make it a certified dive watch.