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Samsung Poised To Hold U.S. Galaxy S26 Prices as Korea Sees Hikes, Reports Say

Rising component costs are pushing Samsung toward a regional pricing strategy.

Overview

  • Multiple Korean reports indicate the Galaxy S26 lineup will launch in the U.S. at the S25 price points of $799, $999, and $1,299.
  • Financial News and other outlets report Samsung approved South Korean increases of roughly 44,000–88,000 won ($30–$60), with analysts expecting some rises in additional markets.
  • Samsung has officially raised prices on select Galaxy A and F models in India effective January 5, underscoring broader cost pressures across its range.
  • Tipsters point to a February 25 Unpacked event in San Francisco with sales in early March, though Samsung has not confirmed the schedule.
  • Leaks cite S26 Ultra refinements such as Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in many regions, a unified camera island and up to 60W charging, while a BIS listing keeps a possible S26 Edge variant in play.