Overview
- FN News, relayed by GSMArena, says base 256GB Galaxy S26 models may rise by KRW 44,000–88,000 in South Korea.
- Select overseas markets are expected to see unchanged launch prices, with the U.S. reportedly at $800, $1,000 and $1,300 for the S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra.
- Analysts point to higher LPDDR5X and NAND costs plus a KRW–USD exchange rate above roughly 1,400 as the main cost pressures.
- The series is reportedly tracking for a late‑February Unpacked event in San Francisco with retail availability in early March.
- Pricing for India remains unclear, while current S25 Ultra units are discounted on Amazon India to Rs 1,07,790 from Rs 1,29,999.