Samsung’s recent launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 has hit a historic milestone, becoming the most pre-ordered devices ever in the U.S. Interestingly, in Korea, sales of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 have surpassed those of its counterpart, the Galaxy Z Flip 7, for the first time. This high demand has prompted Samsung to increase production. However, such success comes with its challenges, as a shipment worth over $10 million was recently stolen.
The daring heist took place at London’s Heathrow Airport, involving a truck carrying approximately 12,000 devices, including 5,000 Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 units. The total loss amounts to about £7.9 million ($10.6 million). Fortunately, Samsung had insured all the items and is working with British authorities to track down the culprits.
Included in the stolen goods were not only the highly-coveted Z series phones but also 5,000 Galaxy Watch 8 units and models from the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy A16 series. Samsung is collaborating closely with police to swiftly resolve this case, demonstrating that despite the setback, they are committed to safeguarding future shipments.
This incident underscores the impressive demand for Samsung’s innovative technology. The thieves may try to sell the devices at lower prices, but consumers still have the chance to secure legitimate purchases as retailers like Amazon offer enticing deals such as a $200 gift card with the latest models. As Samsung continues to address these challenges, customers worldwide are eagerly upgrading to these stylish and sophisticated foldable phones.
