This is a partial quote from a Financial News article.
https://v.daum.net/v/20260722220447577
https://www.fnnews.com/news/202607212123345435
Samsung Electronics' Galaxy Z8 series, unveiled at 'Galaxy Unpack 2026,' also couldn't escape the surge in component prices led by memory semiconductors. The domestic release price for high-end models reached nearly 3.5 million won, with prices jumping by more than 500,000 won compared to the previous model. Samsung Electronics plans to overcome concerns about sluggish demand by highlighting the innovative form factor (design) 'Galaxy Z Fold 8' with a 4:3 screen ratio and enhanced artificial intelligence (AI) functions.
Domestic release prices increased by 198,000 won to 518,100 won compared to the previous model. The price increase was particularly significant for high-capacity models.
The 16GB RAM and 1 terabyte (TB) storage model is priced at 3,152,600 won for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and 3,451,800 won for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The top-of-the-line Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra saw a price jump of 518,100 won compared to its predecessor. [The rest of the content is omitted]
