The Samsung Galaxy S26 is almost here: Possible specs, colors, and release date
Mashable
February 23, 2026
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 is set to make its official debut at a highly anticipated Galaxy Unpacked event on Wednesday, February 25, at 1 p.m. ET. While the release date marks an eagerly awaited moment for tech enthusiasts, rumors and leaks have already revealed several key details about the upcoming lineup, including potential specs, colors, and design changes. The series is expected to include three models: the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra. Samsung has reverted to its traditional naming convention after initially considering a rebranding strategy, likely influenced by Apple's successful approach to maintaining consistent product lines.
Leaked information suggests that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will feature a design similar to its predecessor, the S25 Ultra, with a notable change: a camera bump akin to the one found on the Galaxy Z Fold 7. This design element could lead to wobbling when placed on surfaces, as noted by some critics. Meanwhile, color options for the S26 series are reported to include Black, White, Silver Shadow, Sky Blue, Cobalt Violet, and Pink Gold—standard choices that align with Samsung's typical palette but lack any bold departures from previous years' offerings.
The decision to stick with a traditional lineup appears to be a response to Apple's strategy of offering significant yearly upgrades without raising prices, as seen in the iPhone 17 series. This approach has likely influenced Samsung to maintain its tried-and-true naming convention for the S26 models. While the base model was previously rumored to be rebranded as the S26 Pro, it will instead follow the familiar S2
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Originally published on Mashable on 2/23/2026