Samsung's next-generation foldable smartphones have appeared on India's Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification platform, signaling an upcoming release in the country.
The BIS database lists three devices with model numbers SM-A857B / SM-F776B, SM-D642B / SM-F971B, and SM-D647B / SM-F976B.
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These are believed to correspond to the Galaxy Z Flip 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, respectively.
Certifications were granted between June 4 and June 9, indicating active preparations for a launch in key markets including India.
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While BIS listings do not reveal specifications, they often precede an official announcement.
Expected Unpacked Event and Naming
Samsung is expected to hold its next Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, where these devices may be unveiled alongside updated smartwatches and other Galaxy ecosystem products.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra moniker was previously confirmed via a Bluetooth SIG listing.
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The Galaxy Z Flip 8 name is likely for the successor to last year's Galaxy Z Flip 7.
The wider foldable's exact name is yet to be confirmed, but rumors refer to it as Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide or simply Galaxy Z Fold 8.
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Rumors also suggest the Galaxy Z Flip 8 could be Samsung's final flip-style foldable, with 2027 lineup possibly including two book-style models: Galaxy Z Fold 9 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold 9 Wide.
