Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Launching in India & Globally Today at Galaxy Unpacked 2026: How to Watch the Livestream

Samsung will unveil three new smartphones in its Galaxy S26 series at tonight's Unpacked event. Apart from the three new phones, the South Korean tech giant will also launch the Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro at the event.

While Samsung is yet to reveal details about the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, an in-depth review of the Galaxy S26 Ultra emerged online, giving us a detailed look at the specifications and features of the device.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series India Launch Today: What to Expect

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Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026: How to Watch the Livestream

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is set to make its debut in India and globally at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 6 PM BST / 11:30 AM IST. Those interested in watching the event live can do so on the company's official YouTube channel. You can also watch Galaxy Unpacked 2026 right here with the link embedded below.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Pricing & Availability

The Samsung Galaxy S26 price in India will likely start from under Rs 85,000. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus price in India could start from under Rs 1,10,000. And finally, the Galaxy S26 Ultra price in India will likely fall under the 1.4 lac mark.

Samsung has opened pre-reservation for the Samsung Galaxy S26 series in India, quietly giving early customers several benefits before the official launch on February 25. The offers apply to Galaxy S26 smartphones and the Galaxy Buds 4 series, and are visible through Samsung's official website and related online sales channels.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Pre-Reservation Benefits

Samsung is offering Galaxy S26 pre-reservation perks for a refundable ₹999, which is returned if the order is completed or cancelled. The limited-time scheme is designed to encourage early buyers ahead of open sales.

A key benefit is a free storage upgrade, allowing customers to choose a higher storage variant while paying the price of the lower one. Samsung is also offering an exchange value lock-in, fixing the trade-in price during pre-reservation to protect buyers from later price changes. Additionally, eligible customers will receive an assured ₹2,699 voucher as part of the offer.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Specifications

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is said to feature a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED panel. The screen is flat, with a centred punch-hole for the selfie camera. Under the hood, the phone reportedly runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, paired with Android 16 and One UI 8.5.

At least one 256GB storage configuration is mentioned, suggesting this will be the base option. Power comes from a 5,000mAh battery, according to the report. Wireless Power Share is supported, allowing reverse wireless charging for accessories. Dimensions are listed as 163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9mm, with a weight of 214 grams.

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The rear camera system on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra centres on a 200-megapixel primary sensor. This is joined by a 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, a 10-megapixel telephoto unit, and a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens. A 12-megapixel front camera sits in the display cutout. Detailed camera tuning and software features are not yet described.

Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus Specifications

The Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ are expected to ship with region-specific chipsets. Markets such as China and the US may get the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while other regions are likely to receive Samsung's Exynos 2600. Both models are tipped to offer 12GB RAM as standard and run Android 16 with One UI 8.5, signalling a focus on long-term software support rather than major platform changes.

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The Galaxy S26 is said to feature a 6.3-inch flat LTPO M14 AMOLED display, while the S26+ could sport a larger 6.7-inch panel. Both screens are expected to support a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and HDR10+.

Camera hardware may remain largely unchanged, with a 50MP OIS-enabled main camera, a 12MP ultrawide lens, and a new 12MP telephoto camera offering 3x optical zoom with OIS.

Battery capacities are tipped at 4,300mAh for the Galaxy S26 and 4,900mAh for the S26+. Charging speeds may differ, with 25W wired charging on the S26 and 45W on the S26+, alongside Qi2 wireless charging. Both phones are also expected to feature USB 3.2 support and an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance.