Samsung reiterates that its Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is performing strongly in Europe, pointing to higher sales versus the previous generation. In a UK Newsroom post, Samsung says the Fold 8 lineup remains a hit and highlights performance in European markets. Other coverage links that narrative to increased attention following Apple’s iPhone Duo unveiling.

Several outlets also report that iPhone Duo-related publicity appears to boost interest in Samsung foldables. Ars Technica and Android Authority both describe search activity rising sharply around the iPhone Duo launch period, framing it as momentum that could be supporting Galaxy Z8 sales. GSMArena, meanwhile, focuses on Samsung’s reported sales comparison for the first nine weeks after the Fold 8 went on sale.

Across the stories, the shared theme is Samsung’s claim of a strong Fold 8 sales showing in Europe, alongside indicators of heightened consumer interest tied to Apple’s iPhone Duo release. Differences center on whether outlets lead with hard sales comparisons or with search and discovery signals that may correlate with demand.