What to do if the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a dud? Well, you could simply opt for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 while it’s going cheap

If rumors are true, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is almost certainly going to be released within the next few weeks. The device is likely to offer the lion’s share of new features from the brand, but it could also be a rather iterative upgrade. So, what to do if you want to go big for your next phone?

Well, the obvious option is the Galaxy Z Fold 7. Yes, it’s pricey, but the official Samsung Store has a fantastic deal on the device right now that might just make you consider joining team foldable.

The deal in question is the choice between the usual trade-in rebate of up to $1,000 or a $400 upfront discount. Both these apply to unlocked devices, so you’re getting a pretty sizeable discount here without having to sign up for a pricey unlimited plan at one of the major carriers.

Of course, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is still going to be an expensive buy. But, so will the Galaxy S26 Ultra, so it’s definitely an option if you’re a fan of the brand’s devices but want to try something a little different.

One of the most controversial aspects of the Fold 7 is that Samsung’s excellent S-Pen is no longer supported on this iteration. That was something we specifically called out on our Galaxy Z Fold 7 review, and it’s something that the Galaxy S25 Ultra notably doesn’t suffer from. If the S-Pen is important to you, then we expect Samsung to still support it on the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

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