Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Every New Phone, Watch, and Smart Glasses Announced

Samsung just held its second Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026, and it did not disappoint. In one event, the company unveiled three new foldable phones, two new smartwatches, and its very first pair of smart glasses. If you have been waiting to upgrade your phone or just want to know what all the buzz is about, here is everything Samsung announced at Galaxy Unpacked 2026, explained simply.

A Whole New Foldable Family

For years, Samsung's foldable lineup was easy to understand! One book-style Fold, one clamshell Flip. That changes now. This year, Samsung split its flagship foldable into two separate phones, plus a smaller Flip. Let's break each one down.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: A New Shape for Foldables

The biggest surprise of the event was the Galaxy Z Fold8, and it is not simply a successor to last year's Z Fold7. Instead, Samsung introduced a completely new form factor; a shorter, wider foldable with proportions closer to a passport than a book. Unfold it in portrait mode and it is perfect for reading. Turn it sideways, and the large inner display feels much like a compact Samsung Tab, making it ideal for watching movies, gaming, or multitasking on the go.

Here is what is under the hood:

• 7.6-inch 120Hz foldable main display

• 5.5-inch 120Hz cover screen

• 50MP wide camera and 50MP ultra-wide camera

• Dual 10MP selfie cameras, one on each screen

• Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset

• 12GB RAM, up to 1TB storage

• 4,800mAh battery

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra: The True Fold7 Successor

If you loved the classic book-style Fold design, that phone still exists, just under a new name; the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra. This is the direct upgrade path for Z Fold7 owners, and it comes packed with premium hardware.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has an 8-inch 120Hz foldable display, a 6.5-inch cover screen, a 200MP main camera, a 50MP ultra-wide lens, and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. It also runs the same Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset as the standard Fold8, paired with 12GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage. Battery capacity jumps to 5,000mAh, a solid upgrade over the 4,400mAh cell in last year's model. Despite all that extra hardware, the Z Fold8 Ultra is remarkably slim at just 4.1mm thick when unfolded.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: Smaller, Slimmer, Lighter

Compact foldable fans get some love too, with the Galaxy Z Flip8. It features a 6.9-inch 120Hz foldable screen and a 4.1-inch 120Hz cover display, along with a 50MP wide camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera. Depending on region, it runs either the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy or an Exynos 2600 chip, with 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. The battery sits at 4,300mAh. What really stands out is the design. At just 6.1mm thick when unfolded and weighing only 180g, this is Samsung's slimmest and lightest Flip phone ever.

New Smartwatches: Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2

Foldables were not the only stars of the show. Samsung also introduced two new smart watches; the Galaxy Watch 9 and the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.

The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is the headliner here, built for serious fitness enthusiasts. It packs a massive 800mAh battery, a huge jump from the 590mAh cell in the original Watch Ultra. It is also slimmer, lighter, and brighter than before, with the most vivid display of any smartwatch on the market today. New health tracking features include Daily Cardio Load and Vascular Load monitoring, giving users a deeper look into their overall fitness and recovery.

For those who want solid smartwatch performance without the ultra-premium price tag, the Galaxy Watch 9 offers a more budget-friendly entry point into Samsung's wearable ecosystem.

Samsung Intelligent Eyewear: The Company's First Smart Glasses

Perhaps the most forward-looking announcement was Samsung's entry into the smart glasses category with Intelligent Eyewear. Unlike the phones and watches, these glasses are not available for pre-order just yet. Samsung says they will arrive sometime this fall, likely between September and November.

While pricing has not been revealed, we do know the glasses will include a built-in camera and speakers, though they will not have a display. Samsung is partnering with popular eyewear brands Gentle Monster and Warby Parker to offer stylish frame options right from launch. Users will also be able to access both Google Gemini and Samsung's own Bixby assistant directly through the glasses, blending everyday style with everyday AI.

What This Means for You

This year's Galaxy Unpacked event marks one of Samsung's biggest lineup shake-ups in years. Instead of one Fold and one Flip, you now get three distinct foldable smartphone choices, each aimed at a different kind of user; the Z Fold8 for a fresh, wider reading-and-viewing experience, the Z Fold8 Ultra for power users who want the most cameras and battery life, and the Z Flip8 for anyone who prioritizes a slim, pocket-friendly design.

Add in the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2's massive battery upgrade and Samsung's first real step into smart glasses, and it is clear the company is betting big on wearables and next-generation form factors, not just bigger cameras and faster chips.

Final Thoughts

Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event delivered more genuinely new products than most Unpacked events in recent memory. Whether you are drawn to the redesigned Z Fold8, the powerhouse Z Fold8 Ultra, the ultra-slim Z Flip8, the endurance-focused Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, or you are simply curious about Samsung's first smart glasses, there is a lot to unpack this time around. To stay updated on availability, pricing, and launch offers in Bangladesh, keep an eye on Star Tech and be among the first to get your hands on Samsung's latest innovations.