Samsung's new Z Fold 8 is free at AT&T if you have the right phone to trade in

Published Jul 22, 2026, 11:29 AM EDT Timi is the news and deals reporter for Android Police, who has been reporting on technology since 2008. He has worked in tech retail and also the IT space, providing hardware and software support, which gives him a unique perspective on the tech that he covers. This allows him to effectively break down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that even casual readers can enjoy. Before joining Android Police, he was a news writer for XDA, where he eventually transitioned to covering deals. He also worked as an editor and reporter for Neowin, where he covered news and attended major tech events like CES. He also reviewed phones, tablets, PC products, and other devices. In addition, he also created video content for the Neowin YouTube channel. Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event showcased the brand's latest foldables with the Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8. The highlight for this year is most likely going to be the Z Fold 8, offering a wider design than the previous model. We were impressed with the Z Fold 8, and we think a lot of other people will be impressed too. However, one thing that hasn't really changed is that these phones are all really expensive. The good news is that there are plenty of options to score great discounts. Go with AT&T and get one for free Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Right now, during the preorder period for the Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra, AT&T is offering a huge discount on the phones when you trade in a phone and sign up for a new line of service. It appears that the company is offering elevated credit for some phones, with the carrier providing a list of eligible products that meet the requirements to receive the $1,900 credit. Apple iPhone:15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air Samsung Galaxy: Z Fold7, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge, S25+, Z Fold6, S24 Ultra, S25, S26, S26+, S26 Ultra Google: 10, 10 Pro, 10 Pro XL, 10 Pro Fold If you have an Apple or Samsung phone from the past few years, you're in luck. Just to clarify, the $1,900 in credits will be issued over 36 months. Those signing up for a line of service will need to get an AT&T Premium 2.0 plan or higher. AT&T is also offering $1,000 of credit with trade-in when purchasing the Z Flip 8. The eligible trade-in devices for this promotion are a little more varied, and you can even go back a few more years to qualify. These promotions won't last long, so you'll want to grab these phones during the preorder process to get the best discounts. You can try going through retailers directly, but pricing won't be as good. Of course, the trade-off is going to be the contract you need to uphold with the carrier, which locks you in with AT&T for 36 months. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy RAM 12GB / 16GB Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB Battery 4,800mAh Operating System Android 17 / One UI 9 Front camera 10MP main / 10MP cover The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has a 4:3 aspect ratio open screen, making it great for video and reading books, and when closed the device is compact, with apps on the cover screen appearing normally. It joins Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, which has a more traditional tall-and-thin design. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy RAM 12GB / 16GB Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB Battery 5,000mAh Operating System Android 17 / One UI 9 Front camera 10MP main / 10MP cover The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is a productivity-focused big-screen folding phone, with an emphasis on power and performance over the more media-focused Galaxy Z Fold 8. However, the specification is similar, with the camera and battery being the standout upgrades over the Z Fold 8.