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After the iPhone Duo, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 just got even more popular
Android Central • • technology
Key Points:
- Following the debut of Apple's first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 experienced a 10% increase in sales, according to a Korean report by The Chosun.
- Consumers appeared to adopt a "wait and see" approach, considering factors like pricing differences—where the Fold 8 is significantly cheaper in South Korea—and availability, as the iPhone Duo won't be released until late October.
- The Galaxy Z Fold 8 was already highly popular prior to Apple's event, breaking pre-order records and outperforming Samsung's Fold 8 Ultra and Flip 8 models in sales and inventory sell-outs.
- Samsung responded to Apple's foldable launch with playful social media comments highlighting the Fold 8's features and positioning, while industry observers note the ongoing competitive dynamic where consumers may switch brands year to year.
- The current sales boost for Samsung reflects consumer preference after evaluating both devices, but it remains to be seen whether this trend will sustain in the longer term.
