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Samsung Tipped to Launch Galaxy S26 on Feb. 25, 2026 in San Francisco

Reports point to an AI‑centric return to San Francisco with Samsung reverting to a three‑model S26 lineup.

Overview

  • Korean outlet MoneyToday, cited by tipster Jukan, reports an Unpacked event on February 25, 2026 in San Francisco, a later slot than recent cycles, with no official confirmation yet from Samsung.
  • Multiple reports indicate the lineup will comprise the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra, with the rumored S26 Edge not expected at the launch following soft S25 Edge sales.
  • Coverage describes an event framed around on‑device AI, reflecting Samsung’s recent executive messaging about next‑generation AI features.
  • Leaks suggest a dual‑chip approach with Samsung’s Exynos 2600 in many regions and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in others, with some reports saying the Ultra may use Snapdragon exclusively.
  • Rumored hardware upgrades include M14 OLED displays across the range, a 200MP main camera on the Ultra, 50MP sensors on non‑Ultra models, and larger batteries of roughly 5,400mAh (Ultra), 4,900mAh (Plus), and 4,300mAh (base), all still unverified.