Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Lineup on February 25

New phones to feature enhanced AI and privacy display capabilities.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Samsung has announced that it will hold its next Galaxy Unpacked event on February 25 in San Francisco, where the company is expected to launch its new Galaxy S26 series of smartphones. The upcoming phones will focus on AI features and include a new privacy display that allows users to hide sensitive information from onlookers. The top model in the lineup is rumored to run Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon Elite Gen 5 processor in the U.S. and China, while other regions will likely get Samsung's own Exynos 2600 chip.

Why it matters

The Galaxy S series is Samsung's flagship smartphone lineup and a key competitor to Apple's iPhone. The new privacy display and AI features could help Samsung differentiate its devices and appeal to consumers concerned about data privacy and security. Additionally, the performance of the Snapdragon vs. Exynos processors is an important factor for many users.

The details

According to the reports, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a 5,100 mAh battery and support 60W wired charging as well as 25W wireless charging. Samsung is also expected to unveil updated Galaxy Buds 4 wireless earbuds alongside the new smartphones.

  • Samsung sent out invites for the Galaxy Unpacked event on February 10, 2026.
  • The event will be held on February 25, 2026 at 10 AM PT/ 1 PM ET/ 7 PM CET.

The players

Samsung

A multinational electronics company and the world's largest smartphone manufacturer.

Qualcomm

An American multinational corporation that designs and markets wireless telecommunications products and services.

Exynos

Samsung's own line of mobile processors used in its smartphones and tablets.

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What’s next

Samsung is offering a $30 promotional credit to anyone who pre-registers interest in its upcoming devices. If a consumer pre-registers and then pre-orders one of the new devices, the credit will be increased to $150.

The takeaway

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup is poised to be a significant update, with a focus on enhanced AI capabilities and a new privacy display feature that could appeal to consumers concerned about data security. The performance differences between the Snapdragon and Exynos processors will also be an important factor to watch.