You can already buy the unreleased Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, provided you have $13,000
Luxury retailer Caviar has released a limited-edition Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra featuring 24-karat gold finishes ahead of the official product launch.
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- Primary Driver: Luxury retailer Caviar has released a limited-edition Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra featuring 24-karat gold finishes ahead of the official product launch.
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Caviar has introduced a series of custom smartphones themed around Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. These devices are based on the unreleased Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and feature 24-karat gold plating.
The production run for the Messi edition is limited to 19 units, with the devices carrying a price tag of $13,000. Reports emphasize the choice between the two football stars and the inclusion of precious metal finishes as primary selling points.
Future developments remain dependent on the official release schedule for the standard Galaxy Z Fold 8. Coverage does not yet specify when the base model will be commercially available from the manufacturer or how the limited-edition modifications affect the phone's warranty and standard hardware functionality.
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You can already buy the unreleased Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, provided you have $13,000 Android Central · 68d ago broke it first
Questions people are asking
What is the cost of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra limited edition?
The devices are priced at $13,000.
How many units of the Messi-themed edition are being produced?
According to coverage, 19 units of the Messi edition will be manufactured.
Is the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra available through official channels?
No, the device is currently offered by the third-party retailer Caviar prior to its official launch.
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