Samsung is gearing up with some new plans for their upcoming series related to the Galaxy Z series foldable segment, with Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 lineup, which can be seen in the market this year in the second half. Looking at both the Galaxy Z series foldable devices, which were showcased in the GSMA IMEI database, it shows that both models are under development. As per some new leaks, Samsung is planning to get one more model third foldable phone, along with a standard base variant lineup. Previously, seeing the latest release in the Z series foldable lineup, Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, make their debut in 2024 in the month of July.
Samsung 2026 Foldable lineup seen on IMEI Database
As the details suggest from Smartprix, Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8, which are seen on the database of IMEI with their model numbers SM-F976U and SM-F776U. In this, we see that the alphabet with U showcases that its U is stated for the US market, while looking at other things that Samsung usually uses for the global market model, the suffix B. The IMEI database list shows that code names used with Q8 and B8 are used for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 models. This is the Samsung listing name cycle for their Z series foldable smartphone line-up, and one thing is hinted at, that they will continue with their Z series foldable device lineup in the future.
One more thing is that last month, there was one more model with the code name Showcase H8, and model number SM-F971U was seen on the IMEI database list. This means the new model is ready to expand their foldable lineup and add some innovation in building the next-level foldable smartphone. It is also hinted that the third model can debut in the foldable segment to compete with Apple’s next foldable iPhone model.
As we look up from the Samsung side, there is no official confirmation from their side about the 2026 Samsung Galaxy Foldable series lineup.
If the new foldable lineup is seen in July this year, so as compare Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Z Fold 8 can see the 5000mAh battery. This upgrade can be expected. The design pattern is also seeing thin size compared to the previous model Galaxy Z Fold 7, it can be 8 to 10 percent thinner and lighter. Camera module can be seen upgrade of Galaxy Z Fold 8 compare to last model present model Z Fold 7 and Samsung custom OS upgradation can also be seen in last new upcoming foldable model and battery charging speed compare Z Fold 7 model it can be upgraded in Galaxy Z Fold 8 foldable upcoming device.
Conclusion
Samsung Galaxy’s next latest Z series foldable lineup is seen on the IMEI database list, with these two models included: Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8. Model numbers and code names were seen in it on database. Last time, in the third model of the foldable device also seen with its code name and model number. But from the Samsung side, there is no mention of any of the official details about this upcoming Z Series of foldable lineup.