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Mike Lowe

Samsung CEO: "Korea cool" isn't reason for Galaxy Z Fold 8's success

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 wears a crown and sunglasses, as the epitome of 'Korea cool' and king of the foldables in 2026.

It's been quite the year for Samsung so far. Pre-orders of its latest folding phones are up by 70% compared to last year's equivalent product launch.

Following the summer Galaxy Unpacked event, the Z Fold 8 already looks to have changed the foldables game – putting the Korean brand one step ahead of Apple (with an anticipated September launch likely looming).

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