
UAE: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7 for as low as Dh135; pre-order opens on July 25
Alongside these headline-making devices, UAE consumers can also take advantage of exclusive launch offers from leading telecom providers du and e&. Whether you're upgrading your phone or bundling it with a new plan, there are plenty of options to suit your style and budget.
Foldables priced from Dh135
UAE's telecom operators are offering unmissable deals for customers. Du is giving the base version of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 for Dh258 per month for 24 months, and Dh516 per month for 12 months.
As for the base version of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7, you can buy it for Dh135 per month for 24 months, and Dh270 per month for 12 months. All prices exclude 5% VAT.
The telecom provider's exclusive offer includes up to 50 per cent off on select Power Plans for six months when you buy it with a new device.
Offers from e&
Customers can double their storage and unlock a premium Samsung membership subscription when they pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Galaxy Z Flip 7 from e&.
For Fold7, the prices start at Dh320 per month for 24 months, whereas, for Flip7, Dh185 for 24 months. Both prices are inclusive of 5% VAT.
Galaxy Z Fold7
Samsung's most advanced foldable yet, the Galaxy Z Fold7 sports an expansive 8.0-inch QXGA+ main display, complemented by a 6.5-inch FHD+ cover screen for productivity on the go. Despite its immersive size, the Fold7 weighs just 215g and measures a sleek 4.2mm when unfolded, making it Samsung's slimmest and lightest Fold to date.
Major camera upgrades include a 200MP wide-angle rear lens, while under the hood, it's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor. It's available in configurations of up to 16GB RAM and 1TB of storage, is great for multitaskers and power users.
Galaxy Z Flip7
Redefining fashion-forward tech, the Galaxy Z Flip7 brings a larger 4.1-inch Super AMOLED cover display with a fluid 120Hz refresh rate, ideal for checking notifications, snapping selfies, or controlling widgets without opening the phone.
Inside, a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display delivers vibrant visuals, while the new Exynos 2500 chipset, 12GB RAM, and up to 512GB storage promise smooth performance. The upgraded 50MP main camera and a larger 4,300mAh battery round out the key improvements.
The Flip7 is available in bold new shades including Blue Shadow, Jet Black, Coral Red, and an online-exclusive Mint finish.
UAE pricing and availability
All devices are now available for pre-order in the UAE, with general retail availability starting July 25.
The price for Galaxy Z Fold7 starts from Dh7,599 with 12GB RAM and 256GB Storage. It comes in four colours: Silver Shadow, Jet Black, Mint and Blue Shadow. Prices go up to Dh9,349.
The Galaxy Z Flip7 is priced at Dh4,299 with 12GB RAM and 256GB Storage, and an entry-level 128GB model, the Flip7 FE, with a price tag of Dh3,499.

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