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Samsung cuts Galaxy Z Fold 8 pricing through carrier offers and standalone discounts

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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 is seeing substantial price reductions through retailers and carrier promotions. AT&T is offering up to $1,200 off the foldable device, which normally starts at $1,899.99, while standalone price cuts have brought the hardware down to $1,699 after a $200 discount. [1][2]

Securing the $1,200 savings through AT&T requires customers to activate a new line on an eligible unlimited plan and trade in a device valued at $95 or more. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 features a thin, lightweight folding design and has avoided the screen defects currently affecting rivals, according to 9to5Google. [1][2]

The pricing push comes as Apple enters the category with the $2,000 iPhone Duo. While the iPhone Duo has garnered interest for its compact design, 9to5Google reports that some early customers are seeing inner screen cracks and green lines linked to hinge issues, making discounted alternatives more appealing to first-time foldable shoppers. [2]

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