Overview
- Multiple well-known tipsters and South Korean outlets say Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S26 series in late February and begin sales in March 2026, though Samsung has not confirmed dates.
- Yonhap-linked reporting points to a U.S. Unpacked venue, with recent chatter centering on late February timing that would push retail availability into March after preorders.
- South Korean reports indicate the S26 Ultra is ready for mass production, while the S26 and S26+ are receiving additional hardware work focused on heat management and battery efficiency.
- Samsung has announced the Exynos 2600 with a claimed 113% leap in generative AI performance versus its predecessor, with leaks suggesting it will power S26/S26+ in select regions as the Ultra uses Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 globally.
- If sales begin in March, analysts and leakers note Samsung would likely miss the February Chinese New Year buying period, potentially affecting early demand in key markets.