Damaging your Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra screen may result in a repair cost of $639, so it's important to treat it with care.

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      Samsung's latest figures reveal just how much more expensive repairs are now.

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      Breaking your foldable screen has always been an expensive error, but Samsung has recently provided a clear and quite costly figure for this year. The company has confirmed the official repair costs for the entire Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, and repairing the inner display alone can cost more than some affordable phones retail for. With an increasing number of people purchasing foldable devices, it's crucial to be aware of these updated repair prices before making a decision.

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      So, what are the actual costs for screen repairs?

      If you are purchasing or already have a Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, handle it carefully, as replacing the inner screen could run you up to $639, which is $50 more than what it cost for the Fold 7.

      The inner screen of the slightly smaller yet wider Fold 8 costs $579 to replace. In contrast, a damaged Galaxy Z Flip 8 screen will cost you $359 to fix, up from $329 for the Flip 7. Replacement for the outer screens of these phones is significantly less painful.

      Repairing the cover display will cost $149 for the Fold 8 Ultra, $139 for the regular Fold 8, and $129 for the Flip 8 (though the price increase progression feels questionable, especially since the Flip 8 has the smallest cover screen). The cost of replacing the cover screen is approximately a quarter of what it costs for the inner display.

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      Is it advisable to purchase Samsung Care+?

      These are the typical repair costs for screens out of warranty for all foldables. However, even the standard one-year warranty from the purchase date does not cover accidental damage from drops, excessive pressure, or liquid spills, which will void the standard warranty immediately.

      Therefore, if you have a history of issues with smartphone screens, I highly recommend getting a Samsung Care+ plan for your foldable device. With this plan, your out-of-pocket expenses for repairs will be much lower: a one-time claim fee of about $29 for screen repairs.

      If you have a Flip 8, you might manage without the insurance plan. However, owners of the Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra should either use their devices with great care and a secure grip or consider purchasing the monthly or yearly Samsung Care+ plans. It's better to have it and not need it than to need it and not have it.

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