Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Launch: Latest Leaks, Expected Features & Release Date

Samsung is preparing to unveil the Galaxy S26 series in late February 2026, according to consistent leaks from reliable sources (Ice Universe, Evan Blass, Ross Young, and supply-chain insiders). The launch is expected earlier than the typical March Unpacked event, potentially February 18–25, to capture post-holiday momentum and beat Chinese competitors.Expected Models & TimelineGalaxy S26 – standard flagship Galaxy S26+ – larger screen & battery Galaxy S26 Ultra – premium model with S Pen, top-tier cameras Announcement: Late February 2026 Unpacked event (likely San Francisco or virtual) Availability: Pre-orders open immediately; in-store sales ~1 week later Rumored Key Specs (Focus on Ultra)Chipset: Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (global) / Exynos 2600 (select regions) Display: 6.8–6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz LTPO, up to 3,000 nits peak brightness, slimmer bezels Cameras: 200MP main sensor (improved low-light & zoom), 50MP ultrawide, dual telephoto (10MP 3x + 50MP 5x periscope) Battery: 5,000–5,500mAh with 65W wired + 25W wireless charging RAM/Storage: 12GB/16GB RAM, up to 1TB storage Galaxy AI: Enhanced real-time translation, photo editing, generative AI tools, and deeper integration Build: Titanium frame (Ultra), IP68 rating, new color options (Titanium Black, Sky Blue, etc.) Pricing ExpectationsS26: ~$799–$849 S26+: ~$999–$1,049 S26 Ultra: ~$1,299–$1,399 (possible slight increase for new features) Why the Earlier Launch?Competitive pressure from Xiaomi, Oppo, Vivo, and Google Pixel launches Align with Chinese New Year sales window Give carriers and retailers more time for promotions before spring At digital8hub.com, we follow Samsung Galaxy leaks, flagship smartphone rumors, foldable & camera tech, Galaxy AI, and more. For S26 vs. S25 comparisons, camera expectations, or pre-order strategy tips, check our gadgets and tech trends sections.The Galaxy S26 series looks set to bring serious upgrades — late February could be a big month for Android fans.