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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 sees 10% sales rise after iPhone Duo unveiling

By · Published September 17, 2026  12:31 UTC · Updated September 17, 2026  13:24 UTC

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What is the weight of the Galaxy Z Fold 8?

201 grams

What is the percentage increase in sales of the Galaxy Z Fold 8?

10%

What is the weight of the predecessor of the Galaxy Z Fold 8?

253 grams

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This story first appeared in 🇪🇸 Spanish coverage — 1.1 hours before Archynetys detected it in English news.

🇬🇧 English Sep 17, 12:24 UTC
🇪🇸 Spanish Sep 17, 11:16 UTC · Xataka

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  • Primary Driver: Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 sees 10% sales rise after iPhone Duo unveiling
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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 has seen a 10% rise in sales following the unveiling of Apple's iPhone Duo. This development comes as Samsung continues to refine its foldable technology, with the latest model weighing in at 201 grams, a significant reduction from its predecessor at 253 grams. The sales boost is a welcome sign for Samsung, which has been working to establish itself as a major player in the premium smartphone market.

The iPhone Duo announcement may have been intended to shake up the market, but it appears to have had an unexpected effect on Samsung's sales. BusinessWorld notes that Samsung's efforts to perfect its foldable design have paid off, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 being hailed as one of the most refined and portable options available.

As the competition between Samsung and Apple continues to heat up, it will be interesting to see how the Galaxy Z Fold 8 performs in the long term. With its improved design and sales momentum, Samsung is well-positioned to take on the likes of Apple and other premium smartphone manufacturers.

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