Samsung Launches Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, Watch8 Worldwide with AI Features

Samsung has launched its latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7, along with the Galaxy Watch8 series, across multiple markets including the U.S., India, and Europe. These models are Samsung’s thinnest and lightest foldables to date, featuring integrated Galaxy AI that supports context-aware features for messaging, photography, and device interaction, with the Z Fold7 boasting a 200MP camera and new AI tools like Generative Edit for automatic background element removal. The Galaxy Z Flip7 emphasizes portability with an external FlexWindow for widgets and notifications, while the more affordable Z Flip7 FE targets users transitioning to foldable phones. Samsung reported strong pre-order demand, particularly for the Z Fold7, with some markets seeing a 50% increase compared to previous generations. Additionally, Samsung and various retailers are offering substantial trade-in discounts, storage upgrades, and promotional credits to incentivize early purchases ahead of the official August 1 release date. The Galaxy Watch8 series extends AI capabilities to wearable devices with features like continuous heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and an Antioxidant Index to help monitor oxidative stress.