Preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Flip 8 at Verizon with no fees - here's how

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Close Home Tech Smartphones Preorder the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Flip 8 at Verizon with no fees - here's how Samsung just dropped its newest foldable phone at its Unpacked event. Here's how to save on preorders at Verizon with no activation or upgrade fees. Written by Kayla Solino, EditorEditor July 22, 2026 at 7:18 a.

m. PT Written by Kayla Solino, EditorEditor July 22, 2026 at 7:18 a.m.

PT Kerry Wan/ZDNETSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Fold 8 for up to $1,100 off ZD recommends 4/5 Editor's deal rating View at T-Mobile Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.Samsung just unveiled its latest lineup of phones at its London Unpacked event, and the preorder deals and carrier offers are finally here. If you're eyeing the latest handsets, like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Verizon is offering some solid deals for both new and existing customers.

With the new Simplicity Plan, you can get the Galaxy Z Fold 8 (256GB) for $30 per month for 48 months -- no trade-in needed. Already have a line? You can save up to $420 on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and get a lower monthly rate ($35 per month over 48 months) when you upgrade on the Simplicity Plan (or add a new line).

Also: Everything announced at Samsung Unpacked 2026: New foldables, smartwatches, moreCustomers can upgrade to one of the new phones and save up to $1,100 by trading in an eligible phone on an Unlimited Plus or Unlimited Ultimate plan, and getting up to $1,100 off the new Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Fold 8 Ultra. Plus, new customers can enjoy absolutely zero activation fees, while existing customers can skip out on upgrade fees. ZD recommends Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Fold 8 for up to $1,100 off View at T-Mobile The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has a 7.

6-inch AMOLED inner screen (120Hz refresh rate) in a 4:3 aspect ratio that expert Prakhar Khanna says is convenient for both watching video and reading. When you close the device, you get a 5.5-inch AMOLED coverscreen (120Hz refresh rate) in a 10:16 aspect ratio.

Samsung says it is for "the short moments people return to most often, such as messaging, social updates, browsing and short-form video." Also: I tried Samsung's new wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, and it's my favorite product of Unpacked 2026If you're interested in upgrading your watch and tablet too, you might want to consider Verizon's Ultimate Samsung Bundle. Right now, if you buy a new Samsung phone (or bring your own), you can get a new Galaxy Watch 9 and a Galaxy Tab S10 FE free.

As is usually the case for phone carrier deals, there are some strings attached: You'll essentially need to buy the phone (either up front or via a monthly payment plan), and get paid back via monthly bill credits. Unlike other carriers, there is no activation fee. Kerry Wan/ZDNETThe new Simplicity Plan starts at $30 a month per line after discounts.

You can choose to add more lines, and it offers several benefits, including 5G Ultra Wideband, Verizon Dollars, unlimited data, talk & text, satellite texting, 10 GB mobile hotspot data, and call filter & Verizon Family. You choose to keep, buy, or upgrade your mobile device, and activation and upgrade fees are nonexistent. Also: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs.

Z Flip 8: I compared both models, and here's the one to buyIf you're planning to stick with Verizon and are interested in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 or Z Fold 8 Ultra, these are deals worth strongly co