Circle February 25 on your calendar, Samsung is ready to unveil its next big flagship lineup. The company has officially confirmed that its Galaxy Unpacked event will take place on February 25, 2026, in San Francisco. The spotlight will be on the much-anticipated Galaxy S26 series. The event begins at 10:00 AM PT (11:30 PM IST) and will be streamed live on YouTube for viewers worldwide. Here’s a simple breakdown of everything confirmed, and everything that’s still based on leaks and rumours.
What Samsung has officially said In its announcement, Samsung hinted at a more intelligent and user-friendly smartphone experience. The company said: Get ready for a mobile experience that makes your everyday tasks easier. The new Galaxy S series is coming—designed to simplify everyday tasks, inspire trust, and seamlessly integrate Galaxy AI into your hands.
From this statement, it’s clear that Galaxy AI will play a major role in the new phones. Samsung is focusing on making everyday usage smoother and more secure.
Galaxy S26 reservations are now open in India Samsung has already started taking reservations for the Galaxy S26 series. Here’s what buyers get: The voucher can be redeemed on Samsung’s online store once the device is purchased. When will the Galaxy S26 go on sale?
While Samsung has only confirmed the launch date, retail sales are expected to begin in March 2026. Pricing is likely to remain similar to last year’s Galaxy S25 lineup, although official prices will only be revealed at the event. What to expect from the Galaxy S26 series (rumours leaks) Samsung hasn’t shared specifications yet, but leaks suggest we could see three models again: Let’s break down what rumours say about each model. Also read: Made-in-India ‘Sarvam AI’ beats ChatGPT and Gemini, AI startup tops benchmarks in reading Indian languages
Galaxy S26 (Standard model) The base model is expected to continue this year, despite earlier speculation that Samsung might replace it with a “Pro” variant. Rumoured features: In the US and China, it may run on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 / Elite Gen 5 chip, while other regions could get Samsung’s own Exynos 2600 processor. Galaxy S26 Plus Or Edge?
There were rumours that Samsung might replace the Plus model with an ultra-thin “Edge” version. However, recent reports suggest the Galaxy S26 Plus may continue this year. Expected features: The slimmer S26 Edge, if it launches, could arrive later in the year, possibly in May, similar to last year’s timeline. It is rumoured to be extremely thin (around 5.5mm) with a 4,200mAh battery. Galaxy S26 Ultra: The premium flagship The Ultra model will likely carry the most upgrades.
Rumoured specifications include: Interestingly, some leaks suggest Samsung may switch back to an aluminium frame, moving away from titanium.
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A new “Privacy Display” feature One of the most talked-about rumoured features is a Privacy Display for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This feature could automatically block parts of the screen when viewed from an angle, hiding notifications or even entire apps from people nearby. Reports suggest AI may power this feature, making it smarter than traditional privacy filters. Samsung has hinted at improved privacy tools, but full details are still under wraps. AI upgrades and Smarter Bixby AI is expected to be the real headline feature this year. Leaks suggest: Samsung’s partnership with Nota AI may allow AI tasks to run directly on the phone’s processor, improving speed and privacy. Given the intense competition in the premium smartphone segment, especially after Apple’s latest flagship upgrades, Samsung is under pressure to deliver standout AI features. Could we see Galaxy Buds 4? There’s also speculation that Samsung may launch Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro alongside the S26 series. Leaks suggest: However, Samsung hasn’t confirmed this yet. Also read: Did you know WhatsApp can expose your IP address?
Why this launch matters Samsung’s Unpacked event arrives just a week before Mobile World Congress 2026. That timing gives the company an early chance to set the tone for the premium Android market this year.
With rising smartphone prices and tougher competition, the Galaxy S26 series needs to bring meaningful upgrades, especially in AI, performance, and privacy.
Galaxy Unpacked 2026 is currently trending on Google Trends
Following Samsung’s official confirmation that the event will take place on February 25, 2026, the announcement has sparked strong interest among Samsung fans who are eagerly waiting to see the company’s latest flagship devices.
As excitement builds ahead of the event, online searches related to Galaxy Unpacked 2026 have surged significantly, pushing it into the trending section on Google. Source: Google Trends
