{"id":73158,"date":"2026-07-31T16:53:47","date_gmt":"2026-07-31T08:53:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=73158"},"modified":"2026-07-31T16:53:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T08:53:47","slug":"save-more-than-s830-with-a-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-and-sph-news-subscription","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sgbuzz.com\/?p=73158","title":{"rendered":"Save more than S$830 with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and SPH news subscription"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cassette.sphdigital.com.sg\/image\/hardwarezone\/463f350c46955616b002493a04418513aba7bdd7684a4a42940a8e1a9310acf9\" \/><\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\"><i>Disclaimer: HardwareZone is a media publication under SPH Media Trust.<\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">By now, a seasoned HardwareZone reader would have heard of the July 2026 tech talk of the town, <b>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8<\/b>. This foldable smartphone takes on a passport-shaped form factor that promotes media consumption.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">As it so happens, SPH Media has teamed up with Samsung to get you a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (512GB) with an SPH News subscription to The Straits Times or The Business Times, <b>bringing you savings of more than S$830<\/b> in the process.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Not only is that bundled price cheaper than paying in full for the S$2,798 (512GB) phone, but you also get a 24-month digital news subscription to experience the Galaxy Z Fold8\u2019s competence in handling mixed media content through a daily paper.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">This bundle has two options for payment timelines, and must be paid via Grab:<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Both options lead to the same final cost, and it comes with 1x ST or BT subscription with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (512GB). It\u2019s only for a limited time, so don\u2019t say we never tell you.<\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"_base_1xuyu_1 _tiktok_1xuyu_26\" title=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed\/v2\/7665309249056132373\" style=\"aspect-ratio:0.5625\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share;\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<section class=\"_expanded_lwxdk_22\"><button class=\"_title_lwxdk_1\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Things to note<\/p>\n<p><default:svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"9\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\"><default:path d=\"M1 1L9 8L17 1\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/><\/default:svg><\/button><\/p>\n<ol class=\"_list_lwxdk_28\">\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">1. <!-- -->Is this available to new and\/or existing subscribers?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">2. <!-- -->How did you arrive at the \u201cmore than S$830\u201d savings?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">3. <!-- -->The \u201cDigital\u201d and \u201cDigital + Print\u201d bundle are the same price? Sure a not?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">4. <!-- -->Must I follow its monthly payment terms?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">5. <!-- -->What happens when the subscription ends?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">6. <!-- -->Which colourways can I get with this promotion?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">7. <!-- -->Can I get other Samsung smartphones, other storage options, or other SPH Media newspapers instead?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">8. <!-- -->How long do I have to decide on getting this promotion bundle?<\/li>\n<li class=\"_listItem_lwxdk_71\">9. <!-- -->Can we subscribe to HardwareZone instead?<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n<h2 id=\"is-this-available-to-new-and-or-existing-subscribers-\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">Is this available to new and\/or existing subscribers?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Yes. If you were planning to renew your digital news subscription and also get a new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, this bundle is even more attractive since you save a whole lot more in one go. There may be a one-time transition fee depending on your subscription status, which you can check here.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-did-you-arrive-at-the-more-than-s-830-savings-\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">How did you arrive at the \u201cmore than S$830\u201d savings?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"_tableOverflow_ag6jz_1\">\n<table class=\"_tableStyles_ag6jz_5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr class=\"_tableBodyRow_ag6jz_22\">\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (512GB)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>SPH digital news subscription (from S$29.90 per month)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>Total original price<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>SPH x Samsung bundle price<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>Savings<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"_tableBodyRow_ag6jz_22\">\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>S$2,798<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>S$717.60 (24 months)<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>S$3,515.60<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>S$2,684.02<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"_cellStyles_ag6jz_9\">\n<p>S$831.58<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Also, the phone\u2019s retail price of S$2,798 means you save at least S$113.98 if you don&#8217;t count the cost of your 24-month digital news subscription (S$717.60 over 24 months, per SPH Media\u2019s subscription portal).<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">The same S$2,684.02 total outlay applies even to a subscription with The Business Times, which is priced higher at S$32.90 per month. With this bundle, you <b>save more than S$900<\/b> (S$903.58 to be precise).<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Finally, we based on these prices because the bundled subscription allows you to log in to your ST\/BT allotment <b>across four devices<\/b>.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-digital-and-digital-print-bundle-are-the-same-price-sure-a-not-\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">The \u201cDigital\u201d and \u201cDigital + Print\u201d bundle are the same price? Sure a not?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Yes. However, the promotion does not include the <b>monthly physical newspaper delivery charge<\/b> of S$3 to S$5. The delivery fee is dependent on your residential type (the property where the newspaper is delivered).<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"must-i-follow-its-monthly-payment-terms-\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">Must I follow its monthly payment terms?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">You can opt to pay in full, upfront, and it\u2019s available to select this during your Grab payment.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">But if you\u2019re asking if you need to pay for what you buy, <i>then obviously yah lah<\/i>. Failing to pay or early termination can incur a termination fee on top of the full S$2,684.02. There are no refunds as well.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-when-the-subscription-ends-\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">What happens when the subscription ends?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Per the FAQ, the package ceases if it\u2019s paid via Grab\u2019s PayLater. If it\u2019s paid directly through SPH\u2019s payment mode, the subscription continues and is automatically renewed. Notice is given 30 days before renewal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">The three main colourways: Lavender, Graphite, and Cream. The fourth colourway, Pistachio, is a <b>Samsung-only exclusive<\/b> that is not a part of this promotion. You can find the fourth colourway here.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">At the time of publishing, this promotion is only for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, and only for the 512GB variant. Also, it\u2019s only available to the 24-month subscription of either The Straits Times or The Business Times.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">If you would like to see a wider variety of products, options, and supported titles in such promotions, be sure to share this with someone you know that needs it, and also write in to circs@sph.com.sg to highlight your preferred promotions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">The promotion ends on 30 November 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-we-subscribe-to-hardwarezone-instead-\" class=\"_subHeading1_1k87u_111 _base_1k87u_1\">Can we subscribe to HardwareZone instead?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\">Yes, but HardwareZone is a free-to-read and free-to-view platform that\u2019s supported by brands and readers\/viewers that believe in our mission of helping Singapore users stay ahead and informed in consumer technology trends and purchases. You\u2019ll have to find other ways to show us your love. Start by joining our communities here:<\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\"><b>Our articles may contain affiliate links. If you buy through these links, we may earn a small commission.<\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"_base_1s8rd_1 _default_1s8rd_12\"><i>Disclaimer: HardwareZone is a media publication under SPH Media Trust.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><br \/>\n<center><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hardwarezone.com.sg\/mobile\/smartphones\/sph-samsung-galaxy-z-fold8-straits-times-business-times-subscription-bundle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read Full Article At Source <\/a><br \/>\n<center\/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Disclaimer: HardwareZone is a media publication under SPH Media Trust. 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