Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Everything We Know So Far

Samsung is preparing to unveil its next flagship lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. While the company has not officially confirmed any details yet, multiple reports and leaks have surfaced online, offering a fairly clear picture of what to expect. From the expected launch timeline to design, specifications, and pricing, here’s a concise roundup of all the key information available so far about the Samsung Galaxy S26 series.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Launch Date, Pre-booking and Sale Details (Expected)

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to debut on February 25 at Samsung’s first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2026. Pre-orders are tipped to open from February 26 and continue until March 4, 2026. The pre-sale phase is likely to run from March 5 to March 10, with open sales beginning on March 11.

The lineup is expected to include three models: Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus Design and Features

Leaked renders suggest that the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus will share a similar design, with the primary difference being display size. Both are expected to feature flat displays with a centered punch-hole camera and uniform bezels. The power and volume buttons are positioned on the right, while the rear houses a triple-camera setup in the top-left corner on a flat back panel.

The standard Galaxy S26 is expected to sport a 6.3-inch fullHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display. Samsung is likely to continue its region-based chipset strategy, with the Exynos 2600 expected in Europe and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in markets such as India. The phone is tipped to offer 256GB RAM, a 50MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide lens, 12MP telephoto camera, and a 12MP front camera.

It may pack a 4,300mAh battery and run Android 16 with One UI 8.5, along with seven years of OS upgrades. The device is said to measure 149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2mm and weigh 137 grams.

The Galaxy S26 Plus is expected to share the same chipset and software but come with a larger 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display. It could feature a 4,900mAh battery with Wireless PowerShare support. The camera setup may include a 50MP primary sensor, 12MP ultra-wide lens, 10MP telephoto camera, and a 12MP front sensor. The phone is tipped to measure 158.4 × 75.8 × 7.3mm and weigh around 190 grams.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Design and Features (Expected)

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to arrive in multiple colour options, including Cobalt Violet and Black, along with White, Silver Shadow, Sky Blue, and Pink Gold. Renders show a flat display with minimal bezels and a centered punch-hole camera. The triple-camera setup sits vertically on a raised camera island at the back, accompanied by an LED flash. The device is also expected to include an in-built stylus.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is tipped to feature a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display and run Android 16 with One UI 8.5. It could pack a 5,000mAh battery with Wireless PowerShare support. Powering the device is expected to be the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB storage.

For photography, the phone may offer a 200MP primary camera, 50MP ultra-wide lens, 10MP telephoto lens, and a 50MP periscope telephoto camera. A 12MP front camera is also expected. The device is tipped to measure 163.6 × 78.1 × 7.9mm and weigh around 214 grams.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Price (Expected)

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be priced around EUR 100 lower than the Galaxy S25 Ultra for the 256GB and 512GB variants. If accurate, the base Ultra model could start at around EUR 1,369, while the 1TB variant may retain the EUR 1,849 price tag.

The Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus are unlikely to see a price hike. The standard model currently starts at EUR 919, while the Plus variant begins at EUR 1,159.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is shaping up to be a refined flagship lineup with updated designs, powerful chipsets, improved cameras, and long-term software support. With a February launch expected and competitive pricing likely to continue, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series could be one of the most closely watched smartphone releases of 2026.