Galaxy Note 8 launch: Everything you need to know

The Galaxy Note 8 is now official. Here's everything you need to know about Samsung's new superphone. 

The wait is over.The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has been officially unveiled in New York City. Samsung's newest high-end Android phone features a 6.3-inch wraparound AMOLED screen and S Pen stylus. It's aimed at pro and enthusiast users, and its price tag proves it: It will retail for $930 to $960 (depending on carrier) when it goes on sale in the US next month. It will cost £869 in the UK. The US price converts to about AU$1,200. Preorders start next month.Check out Jessica Dolcourt's hands-on impressions of the Note 8, along with full specs, details, videos and photos.

Current coverage: 

• Galaxy Note 8 hands-on: Shiny Galaxy Note 8 gets dual cameras, but plays it safe
• If you had a Galaxy Note 7, Samsung has a discount for you
• How to preorder the Note 8 from T-Mobile, AT&T, Verizon and more
• Galaxy Note 8: Here are the best trade-in options

Photos:

• Samsung Galaxy Note 8: See it from every angle

Videos: 

• Hands-on: The Galaxy Note 8 has 4 unique tricks
• Cool new tricks to try with Galaxy Note 8's stylus
• Samsung president thanks fans for Galaxy Note loyalty

Earlier coverage:

• Samsung's big Note 8 challenge: Making it stand out
• Galaxy Note 8 launch: What to expect
• Galaxy Note 7 buyers should get a Note 8 discount
• Why Samsung is sticking with the Galaxy Note 8
• Galaxy Note 8 gets officially teased in a 'big' way
• Did the Note 7 fire change anything?

This story was originally published earlier. It has been updated with additional links

Source: https://www.cnet.com/uk/news/galaxy-note-8-everything-you-need-to-know/