A daring theft near London’s Heathrow Airport has stripped Samsung of thousands of its newest devices, including the record-breaking Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7. Just days after the tech giant celebrated its best pre-order performance in history for a foldable device, criminals intercepted a shipment valued at more than $10 million, highlighting just how sought-after these gadgets have become.

According to reports, the stolen cargo included around 5,000 Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 units, with UK prices starting at £1,799 and £1,149, respectively. The thieves didn’t stop there — the haul also contained 5,000 Galaxy Watch 8 units and models from Samsung’s Galaxy S25 and Galaxy A16 series. In total, more than 12,000 devices vanished in what appears to be a highly coordinated operation.

The incident occurred shortly after the shipment’s arrival at Heathrow, with the truck reportedly targeted on its way to the distribution hub. Local authorities have yet to release full details of the heist’s execution, but the scale of the loss suggests the perpetrators had inside knowledge or meticulously planned the interception.

Samsung, while confirming that all stolen goods were insured, has refrained from outlining immediate changes to its logistics security. However, given the value and profile of the items taken, industry experts anticipate the company will introduce tighter transportation safeguards. The brand is already cooperating closely with British police to track the devices and apprehend the culprits.

This massive theft underscores the explosive demand for Samsung’s latest foldables. Criminals could still profit even by selling the stolen devices well below the official MSRP, given their current scarcity and hype. For legitimate buyers, Samsung’s retail partners — including Amazon — are still offering promotional perks such as $200 gift cards with select Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 purchases.

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