Samsung’s next flagship phones may arrive later than expected, but the picture around their launch is becoming clearer. Recent reports suggest Samsung will introduce the Galaxy S26 series on February 25. The company is expected to hold a dedicated Unpacked event in San Francisco. The same date has now been repeated by a fresh leak. The information also points to retail availability starting in early March.
If the February 25 timeline holds, the Galaxy S26 series will launch later than last year’s models. Samsung announced the Galaxy S25 lineup on January 22, 2025.
The delay may be linked to a last-minute product change. Reports claim Samsung dropped the Galaxy S26 Edge close to launch. The company reportedly decided to replace it with the Galaxy S26+. This switch may have forced Samsung to adjust its launch plans.
Samsung is expected to launch three phones in the lineup. These include the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. Pricing, however, may rise in some regions.
A recent report suggests the Galaxy S26 could cost KRW 44,000 ($30) to KRW 88,000 ($60) more than the Galaxy S25. That increase may not apply everywhere. In markets such as the US, Samsung is expected to keep base prices unchanged for the S26 series. More details are likely to emerge as the launch date approaches.
