Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Samsung gears up to launch Galaxy S26 series today

The wait is finally over. Samsung is gearing up to host its annual event, the Galaxy Unpacked 2026. While the details of the events are still under wraps, the anticipation is that the fans will get the first glimpse of the upcoming Galaxy S26 smartphones. The lineup is expected to resemble the predecessor, with Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, S26 And S26+.

Samsung is hosting the event in San Francisco, US. But you can also keep up without taking a flight to the US.

Samsung fans can tune into the official YouTube channel to stream the livestream of the event. Another way is to keep a tab on its social media to get all the updates.

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The event is scheduled for 11:30 PM IST. But, we might know what is coming. Let’s take a look.

What to expect from Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026

Samsung’s first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year has always been the stage for its most anticipated launches, and 2026 should be no exception. The spotlight will, of course, be on the company’s latest Galaxy S26 series, but we also expect fresh announcements around software upgrades, AI innovations, and a few surprise devices.

Last year’s showcase offered more than just smartphones, with Samsung teasing the Galaxy S25 Edge and the Project Moohan headset, which later evolved into the Galaxy XR. Whether the brand plans to pull off similar surprises this year remains to be seen, but if past trends are any indicator, it’s wise to stay tuned until the very end.

Galaxy S26 Series

The upcoming Galaxy S26 is expected to headline the event as Samsung’s entry-level flagship, rumoured to feature a brighter, larger 6.3-inch display.

The S26 Plus will likely sit comfortably in the middle, equipped with a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen and a 4,900 mAh battery for extended use. The most excitement, however, surrounds the Galaxy S26 Ultra, tipped to debut with a wider aperture main camera, a new “Privacy Display”, and a range of exclusive AI-driven software features.

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Samsung may also tease the long-rumoured Galaxy S26 Edge, though details remain uncertain.

Software and Accessories

The launch will likely coincide with One UI 8.5, Samsung’s latest software iteration that promises expanded generative AI features, smarter animations, and deeper device integration.

Alongside the phones, we could also see the debut of the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. The latter is rumoured to feature a major design overhaul and improved sound performance.

Finally, expect a deeper look at Galaxy AI, which has been teased to bring enhanced camera capabilities and productivity tools designed to rival Google’s Gemini and Apple’s growing AI ecosystem.