Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launches February 25 at Unpacked 2026 with Snapdragon chip, 200MP camera, AI upgrades and faster charging expected.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launches February 25 at Unpacked 2026 [Photo: X]
Samsung has officially confirmed the launch of the Galaxy S26 Ultra at its Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event scheduled for February 25. The new flagship will headline the Galaxy S26 lineup alongside the standard S26 and S26+ models.
With AI upgrades, a powerful new chipset and camera refinements expected, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is already shaping up to be one of the biggest smartphone launches of the year.
Samsung will host Galaxy Unpacked 2026 on February 25, where it will unveil the Galaxy S26 series. The event will be livestreamed globally, and pre-orders are expected to begin shortly after the announcement.
Industry reports suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra could go on sale in early March across major markets, including the US, India and Europe.
Samsung is expected to power the Galaxy S26 Ultra with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. This processor should deliver faster performance, improved gaming capability and better AI processing. The device could offer up to 16GB of RAM for smooth multitasking.
Samsung plans to push Galaxy AI features even further this year. The S26 Ultra is likely to ship with One UI 8.5 and enhanced on-device AI tools. Users can expect smarter photo editing, improved voice commands and real-time productivity features.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra will likely retain its powerful 200MP primary camera. Reports suggest Samsung may pair it with upgraded telephoto and ultra-wide sensors, possibly including a 50MP zoom lens for sharper long-distance shots.
The device is expected to feature a large AMOLED display with high brightness and better power efficiency. Samsung may refine its anti-reflective coating and reduce bezels slightly, making the phone thinner and lighter.
Samsung may keep the 5,000mAh battery seen in previous Ultra models. However, leaks suggest the company could introduce 60W wired charging support, offering quicker top-ups compared to earlier generations.
Based on leaks and early reports, here’s what the Galaxy S26 Ultra may offer:
Samsung may also improve cooling performance and AI optimization for better overall efficiency.
Samsung has not officially revealed pricing yet. However, industry estimates suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra price could start similarly to its predecessor.
In global markets, the base model could launch around the premium flagship range, with higher storage variants priced accordingly. Official India pricing will become clear during the Unpacked event.
Samsung is also likely to offer early pre-order benefits, including exchange bonuses and accessory discounts.
Apart from the S26 Ultra, Samsung will introduce the Galaxy S26 and S26+ models. The company may also highlight deeper AI integration across the lineup. The Galaxy S26 Ultra will once again compete directly with Apple’s latest iPhone Pro models and other Android flagship devices launching in 2026.
With AI features, a powerful chipset and camera refinements, Samsung aims to strengthen its position in the premium smartphone segment.
