Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Launch Date Confirmed for February 25, 2026
Samsung has officially announced that its highly anticipated Galaxy S-series smartphones will debut on February 25, 2026, at the company's first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year. The South Korean tech giant is set to unveil its latest flagship lineup, which is expected to include the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra models. This new series succeeds last year's Galaxy S25 lineup and promises significant enhancements in performance, artificial intelligence capabilities, and privacy tools.
How to Watch the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Event Live
The Galaxy Unpacked event is scheduled to commence at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, which translates to 11:30 PM Indian Standard Time. The event will be held in San Francisco, and Samsung will broadcast it live on its official website and YouTube channel, allowing tech enthusiasts worldwide to tune in for the unveiling.
Expected Pricing for Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra
Samsung has not disclosed official pricing details for the upcoming smartphones. However, based on previous leaks and industry reports, the lineup is anticipated to launch at notably higher price points compared to last year's models. According to a report, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra may start at approximately KRW 1.8 million (around Rs 1,13,000) for the base 256GB storage variant, with the 512GB option potentially priced at KRW 2 million (approximately Rs 1,26,000).
Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26+ is expected to cost about KRW 1.5 million (roughly Rs 94,000) for the 256GB model and KRW 1.66 million (around Rs 1,04,000) for the 512GB version. The standard Galaxy S26 may launch at KRW 1.3 million (approximately Rs 82,000) for 256GB and KRW 1.46 million (about Rs 92,000) for 512GB.
For context, the Galaxy S25 Ultra was launched in India at Rs 1,29,999 for the 256GB storage model, while the Galaxy S25+ debuted at Rs 99,999, and the Galaxy S25 had a launch price of Rs 80,999. The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is rumored to be available in color options such as White, Sky Blue, Cobalt Violet, and Black.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Pre-Reservation Offers in India
Samsung has initiated pre-reservations for its new phones in India, offering discounts to customers who pre-book. Pre-reservations opened on February 11 and require a refundable token amount of Rs 999. Bookings can be made online through Samsung.com, Amazon.in, and Flipkart.com, as well as offline at Samsung Exclusive stores and select retail outlets across the country. Those who pre-reserve will be eligible for exclusive benefits worth Rs 2,699 on the final purchase of the device.
Expected Specifications for Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra
The Galaxy S26 Ultra has been the focus of numerous leaks ahead of the launch. Several photos and renders circulating online suggest that the phone retains a similar overall form factor to last year's Galaxy S25 Ultra, though the camera module appears to have undergone a redesign.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. Under the hood, the phone is rumored to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, which Samsung previously announced has been optimized specifically for Galaxy devices. The phone is said to support up to 16GB of RAM and up to 1TB of storage.
On the camera front, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is anticipated to boast a quad-camera setup comprising a 200MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide camera, a 50MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, and an additional 10MP shooter. The phone is expected to run One UI 8.5 based on Android 16 out of the box.
For battery life, the Galaxy S26 Ultra may house a 5,000mAh cell with support for 60W wired charging—an improvement from the 45W charging on the Galaxy S25 Ultra—along with 20W wireless charging.
Meanwhile, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is expected to sport a 6.3-inch Full-HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, while the Galaxy S26+ may feature a 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. Both models will reportedly offer up to a 120Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Armor 2 protection, and they are likely to be equipped with Samsung's flagship octa-core Exynos 2600 chipset.
They may carry triple rear camera units, featuring a 50MP main shooter with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom capabilities, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ may be backed by 4,300mAh and 4,900mAh batteries, respectively.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro Launch
In addition to the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung is also expected to launch the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at the same event. The new true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones may come with a refreshed design and enhanced integration with Galaxy AI features, offering an upgraded audio experience for users.
