
Samsung unfolds the future with UAE launch of Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Watch8 Series
Fadi Abu Shamat, Vice President and Head of Mobile eXperience Division, said: 'Our vision has always been to combine the power of a big screen with true portability ever since we launched our first foldable in 2019. With the Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7, we have now delivered our most powerful, elegant, and durable foldables yet. These devices embody the best of Samsung's innovation: ultra-slim design, intelligent performance, and an ecosystem that intuitively adapts to how users live, work and create. As foldables go mainstream in the region, this launch represents a defining step forward in our vision to deliver AI-powered mobility that's as versatile as it is stylish.'
Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7: Ultra Thin and Light with Intuitive Intelligence
Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 represent the next leap in smartphone innovation — refined through years of breakthrough engineering and elevated with advanced intelligence. Galaxy Z Fold7 and Z Flip7 are Samsung's thinnest, lightest and most advanced Z Series yet. Powered by cutting-edge performance and seamlessly integrated Galaxy AI[1], they are intelligent, adaptive companions that anticipate and respond to your needs in real time. With expansive, flexible displays, pro-grade cameras and context-aware intelligence, they open up new realms of productivity, creativity and connection.
Galaxy Z Fold7 brings Galaxy advancements together and broadens their scope, delivering the Ultra experience in the thinnest, lightest and most advanced foldable yet. It offers immersive, high-octane performance on an expansive screen, empowering you to game, stream, connect and create all at once. Galaxy's true AI companion experience has also been optimized for the foldable format, enabling fluid interactions across more apps and the larger screen. And with Camera and Screen Sharing with Gemini Live, you can talk naturally to Gemini about what you're viewing. Simply share a picture of a local delicacy while you're exploring a new city and ask Gemini where to try it nearby. Plus, Galaxy Z Fold7's Ultra-grade 200MP high-resolution camera gives you the freedom to shoot at flexible angles, putting professional-quality content creation at your fingertips. Enjoy convenient editing features like Generative Edit, which now automatically detects passersby in the background of photos and proactively recommends what to remove, eliminating the need to make manual selections. With Galaxy Z Fold7, you get familiarity and durability in a head-turning new design that unfolds into something extraordinary.
Galaxy Z Flip7 distills flagship power, intelligence and personality into a compact and iconic form. With its edge-to-edge FlexWindow, you can express yourself, access key features at a glance and stay connected, all without opening the device. Built for dynamic lifestyles, Galaxy Z Flip7 transforms the way you capture and share — from flawless selfies to cinematic video — all with the agility and creativity only the Flip can offer. To help you stay in control of your day, Now Bar delivers helpful information right on Galaxy Z Flip7's FlexWindow. See what song is playing, view your workout progress or check on the ETA of your rideshare with one quick glance. You can also use Camera Sharing with Gemini Live to share what you see through your camera and chat with Gemini in real time, whether you're asking for road trip tips while traveling with your dog or you want outfit suggestions based on the day's weather. Simply share your camera in Flex Mode and converse with Gemini hands-free. And with fun new features like Portrait Studio for Pet, you can instantly transform any snapped or downloaded pet photo into a work of art. Choose from styles like artistic painting, 3D cartoon, fisheye or professional-quality portrait and create a frame-worthy masterpiece with one quick tap. Galaxy Z Flip7 is the perfect balance of style, substance and smart utility — a true AI companion that's built to last, flip after flip.
Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 aren't just next generation foldables; they are a new class of smartphone designed to fit in your life and elevate it. Familiar yet transformative, they blend power, portability, style and substance, whether you seek a revolutionary Ultra experience or an AI powerhouse that fits in your pocket. As form factors evolve to look and think differently, this generation of foldables represents the next leap in smartphone innovation. Years of breakthrough engineering have led foldables to become flexible canvases for the new AI experience.
Galaxy Watch8 Series: Ultra-Comfort Meets Real-Time Health Motivation
Completing the Galaxy ecosystem, the Galaxy Watch8 Series — including Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic as well as the updated Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 — brings the same spirit of re-engineering found in the new phones to the wrist. Galaxy Watch8 features advanced sensor technology and creates an intuitive AI-powered experience to help users fulfill a healthier, more connected life, Its ultra-thin cushion design and Dynamic Lug system flex naturally for all-day comfort and more precise sensor contact. Leveraging Samsung's BioActive Sensor for continuous health tracking, the watches deliver real-time insights and instant rewards or alerts across sleep, stress, nutrition and activity, turning healthy intentions into immediate, motivating feedback. Plus for the first time, Galaxy Watch8 introduces the Antioxidant Index for the first time in a smartwatch, enabling you to measure carotenoid levels in just five seconds and make informed lifestyle choices for healthy aging.
Hands-On With the Galaxy Z Series and the Watch8 Series at Galaxy Experience Spaces
For the launch, Samsung expanded its Galaxy Experience Spaces to major cities including Dubai, London, New York, Paris and Seoul. Designed to offer consumers an early, hands-on look at the newest Galaxy devices, these spaces — some of them mobile — featured interactive zones that highlighted the devices' cutting-edge hardware, sleek design, powerful cameras and smart features. Samsung also partnered with local communities to host a Galaxy Photo Masterclass and skateboarding sessions to demonstrate how the devices perform in the real world.
In addition, Samsung launched a new Experience Store locator feature on Samsung.com, making it easier for users to find nearby stores and try the devices in person.
Availability
From July 25th, Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7, Galaxy Watch8, Galaxy Watch8 Classic and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2025 will be available for purchase through leading carriers, in-store and online retailers, and Samsung.com and Samsung Shop App in the UAE.
Galaxy Z Fold7 is offered in Blue Shadow, Silver Shadow, Jetblack [2] and an online-exclusive Mint[3]. Galaxy Z Flip7 comes in Jetblack, Blue Shadow, Coralred[4] and an online-exclusive Mint[5]. Galaxy Z Flip7 FE, which brings the foldable experience to a wider audience, is available in Black or White.
Galaxy Watch8 is available in two sizes — 44 mm and 40 mm — and comes in Graphite or Silver. Galaxy Watch8 Classic comes in 46 mm with Black or White options, while the new Galaxy Watch Ultra is offered in four titanium finishes, including the new Titanium Blue.
For greater peace of mind, Samsung Care offers comprehensive coverage for accidental damage, repairs and replacements. Also available is expanded access to Google AI Pro and 2TB of cloud storage for 6 months at no cost with Galaxy Z Fold7, Galaxy Z Flip7 and Galaxy Z Flip7 FE.
Model
Price
Galaxy Z Fold7 (1TB)
AED 9,349
Galaxy Z Fold7 (512GB)
AED 8,099
Galaxy Z Fold7 (256GB)
AED 7,599
Galaxy Z Flip7 (512GB)
AED 4,799
Galaxy Z Flip7 (256GB)
AED 4,299
Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (256GB)
AED 3,599
Galaxy Z Flip7 FE (128GB)
AED 3,499
Galaxy Watch Ultra
AED 2,499
Galaxy Watch8 Classic (46mm – LTE)
AED 2,049
Galaxy Watch8 Classic (46mm – BT)
AED 1,849
Galaxy Watch8 (44mm – LTE)
AED 1,599
Galaxy Watch8 (44mm – BT)
AED 1,399
Galaxy Watch8 (40mm – LTE)
AED 1,499
Galaxy Watch8 (40mm – BT)
AED 1,299
For more information about the Galaxy Z series and Galaxy Watch8 series, please visit: Samsung Newsroom, SamsungMobilePress.com and Samsung.com.
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