- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 will take place on February 25 in San Francisco with a global livestream.
- Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra are expected to be the main launches.
- Pre-reservations are now open in India for ₹999 with assured benefits worth ₹2,699.
Samsung has officially confirmed that Galaxy Unpacked 2026 will take place on February 25 in San Francisco. The company is expected to unveil its next flagship smartphones at the event, including the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. As with previous launches, the keynote will be streamed live on Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel for global audiences.
Samsung opens pre-reservations in India
Ahead of the global unveiling, Samsung has started pre-reservations for the upcoming Galaxy smartphones in India through its official online store. Customers can secure early purchase benefits by paying a reservation fee of ₹999.
Samsung says pre-reserve customers will receive an assured voucher worth ₹2,699, which can be used when purchasing the device during the pre-booking period. The ₹999 paid now will be adjusted against the final price of the phone. If the coupon is not used, the company notes that the amount will be refunded automatically to the original payment method.
These benefits apply only to the pre-reservation phase. Samsung typically announces full sale offers, bank discounts, and early delivery benefits during its Samsung Live sales program after launch. India pricing and availability dates have not yet been confirmed.
Galaxy S26 series expected upgrades
While Samsung has not released official specifications, several industry leaks and analyst reports have outlined what consumers might expect from the Galaxy S26 lineup.
The standard Galaxy S26 and S26+ are expected to run on Samsung’s next-generation Exynos 2600 processor built on a 2nm process in many regions, while the Galaxy S26 Ultra could use Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset. The Ultra variant may also offer up to 16GB RAM on higher storage models.
In terms of cameras, the standard and Plus models are rumored to continue with a triple-camera setup led by a 50MP main sensor supported by ultra-wide and telephoto lenses. The Ultra model is expected to push camera performance further with a 200MP primary sensor and advanced zoom capabilities, including periscope optics and Space Zoom functionality.
Display, battery, and charging
Screen sizes are expected to remain similar to the previous generation. The Galaxy S26 may feature a 6.3-inch AMOLED display, while the S26+ could come with a 6.7-inch panel. The S26 Ultra is rumored to offer a larger 6.9-inch display with high resolution and adaptive refresh rates up to 120Hz.
Battery capacities are expected to scale with device size, with the Ultra model reportedly housing a 5,000mAh battery. Charging speeds could see an upgrade, particularly on the Ultra, where wired charging may reach 60W. Wireless charging improvements are also expected.
Charging and accessories
One of the more notable rumored additions is support for the Qi2 wireless charging standard. Reports suggest Samsung could enable magnetic alignment charging through compatible cases and accessories. If implemented, the Galaxy S26 Ultra may support up to 25W wireless charging, aligning Samsung more closely with the latest industry charging ecosystems.
One notable upgrade could be support for the newer Qi2 wireless charging standard. Reports suggest Samsung may enable magnetic alignment charging through compatible cases and accessories. If implemented to improve charging efficiency and accessory support.
Software and connectivity
The Galaxy S26 series is expected to ship with Samsung’s One UI interface. Connectivity upgrades are likely to include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 5G support, and enhanced satellite or ultra-wideband capabilities on premium variants.
Samsung is preparing to unveil its latest flagship innovations across smartphones and connected devices. Pre-reservations going live in India signal early consumer interest and marketing momentum ahead of the official reveal.
More products likely at Galaxy Unpacked 2026
In addition to smartphones, Samsung is expected to unveil new ecosystem devices at Galaxy Unpacked 2026. Reports point to the arrival of the Galaxy Tab S12 series, along with next-generation wearables such as the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
Anyway, the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 is scheduled for February 25, with the event starting at 11:30 PM IST in India.
