Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 live: Full specifications, prices of Galaxy S26 series leaked hours ahead of launch event
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Samsung will host its Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event in San Francisco tonight, with the livestream scheduled to begin at 10am or 11:30pm in India. The company has said it will unveil the “next Galaxy” devices, without confirming product names so far. Viewers in India can watch the announcements live on Samsung’s official website, newsroom and YouTube channel.
Leaks and reports ahead of the event point towards the launch of the Galaxy S26 smartphone lineup, which is expected to include the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and the top-end Galaxy S26 Ultra. Sticking to Samsung’s familiar flagship formula, the new phones are expected to bring subtle design changes, display refinements, and battery upgrades. A new Galaxy Buds 4 series is also widely expected to debut alongside the phones. Ahead of the Samsung Unpacked event, prices for both India and US markets have also been leaked online.
On the hardware side, the Galaxy S26 series is likely to again follow a split-chip strategy, with the standard and Plus models running on Samsung’s new Exynos processors in some regions, while the Ultra models may ship exclusively with Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon chips. Storage upgrades, possible camera changes, and the addition of satellite connectivity to the lineup are among the major talking points ahead of the launch, with official pricing and full specifications to be revealed during the event. Stay connected to India Today Tech for all updates as we are covering it live.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra Geekbench scores leaked: Better than iPhone 17 Pro Max and S25 Ultra?
A fresh Geekbench 6 listing spotted by tipster Tarun Vats reveals this Galaxy S26 Ultra With a reported score of 3,852 in single-core and 11,738 in multi-core tests, there could be a significant increase in performance.
If accurate, these figures put Samsung’s next flagship ahead of Apple’s latest iPhones in consistent performance.
for reference, iPhone 17 Pro Max Scored 3,871 in single-core and 9,968 in multi-core iPhone 17 Pro 3,834 and 9,988 were posted respectively.
Leaked results also show a clear jump Galaxy S25 UltraWhich managed 3,031 in single-core and 9,829 in multi-core tests.
Samsung Galaxy S26, Plus, Ultra: India, US, Korea prices leaked
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has yet to receive official pricing, but early leaks point to a mixed picture in different regions.
In WeThe Galaxy S26 is expected to be priced starting at $799 for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, while the Galaxy S26 Plus may be priced starting at $999 with the same configuration. The 256GB model of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to have a starting price of $1,299, with higher storage and RAM variants also in the pipeline.
Separate reports south korea Suggest a notable price increase, with the Galaxy S26 Ultra starting at KRW 1.8 million (roughly Rs. 1.13 lakh) for the 256GB version, and going up to KRW 2 million (roughly Rs. 1.26 lakh) for the 512GB model. The Galaxy S26 Plus is said to be priced at around KRW 1.5 million (roughly Rs. 94,000), while the standard Galaxy S26 may start at around KRW 1.3 million (roughly Rs. 82,000).
In IndiaHowever, the Galaxy S26 lineup is expected to remain close to the current price levels. For reference, the Galaxy S25 series was launched at Rs 80,999 for the Galaxy S25, Rs 99,999 for the Galaxy S25 Plus, and Rs 1,29,999 for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, all for the base storage variant.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 series launching tonight: What to expect
Samsung’s next Galaxy Buds 4 series, which is expected to include the Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro, may bring head gesture controls that let users accept or reject calls and respond to Bixby with a simple nod.
While most of the specifications are still kept under wraps, leaks hint at a redesigned look with flat stems and wide earbuds, offered in black and white options. The charging case is said to have a USB Type-C port and a physical pairing button, with Samsung confirming that the new earbuds will be sold in India via Amazon and its own online store.
Galaxy-Apple file sharing may finally be coming
A new rumor suggests that the Galaxy S26 Ultra, running One UI 8.5, may support direct file sharing with iPhones, iPads, and Macs. This is something that Android and Apple users have been deprived of for a long time.
If AirDrop is set to ‘Everyone’, Galaxy users will now be able to send files to Apple devices, while files coming from an iPhone or Mac may appear on Samsung phones via the Quick Share toggle. If this feature reaches final release, it will quietly soften the long-standing wall between the Samsung and Apple ecosystems, making cross-platform sharing much less awkward than it is today. More details are expected at the Galaxy Unpacked event, where One UI 8.5 is likely to be officially discussed.
Leak suggests battery life of Galaxy S26 series may be affected
The latest leak suggests that Samsung may stick to the same battery capacity for the Galaxy S26 lineup, but EU regulatory labels by YTECHB point to a possible drop in battery longevity. The documents indicate that the batteries are rated for about 1,200 charge cycles before health drops below 80 percent, compared to a 2,000-cycle rating on the Galaxy S25 series, though the A-grade energy efficiency rating can help combat wear and tear over time. But, this has not been officially confirmed and users are advised to take the information with caution.
Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus: Specs leaked so far
–Display (Galaxy S26): 6.3-inch full-HD+ (1080 × 2340) Dynamic AMOLED 2X, up to 120Hz refresh rate
–Display (Galaxy S26+): 6.7-inch QHD+ (1440 × 3120) Dynamic AMOLED 2X, up to 120Hz refresh rate
–Security: corning gorilla armor 2
–Processor: Samsung Exynos 2600 (2nm process)
–Rear cameras: 50MP primary camera with OIS, 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, 12MP ultra-wide camera
–Front Camera: 12MP selfie camera
–Battery (Galaxy S26): 4,200mAh
–Battery (Galaxy S26+): 4,800mAh
–software: Android 16-based One UI 8.5
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Full set of leaked specs
–Display: 2K resolution AMOLED panel with M14 material, rounded edges, 10-bit “privacy display”
–Security: Corning Gorilla Armor 2 front and back
–Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
–memory storage: LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage
–Rear cameras: 200MP primary camera with f/1.4 aperture (upgraded from f/1.7), 50MP ultra-wide camera, 50MP 5x periscope telephoto (f/2.9), 10MP 3x telephoto (1/3.94-inch sensor)
–Front Camera: 12MP autofocus selfie camera with wide field of view
–Battery: 5,000mAh, rated for up to 31 hours of video playback
–Charging: 60W wired fast charging (up to 75% in 30 minutes), 25W wireless charging (over 15W)
–Performance Benefits (Claimed): 39% faster NPU, 24% GPU improvement, 19% CPU improvement
–Construction: Aluminum frame (replaces titanium)
–S Pen: Redesigned Stylus
–Connectivity and Features: Wi-Fi 7, USB 3.2, IP68 water and dust resistance
Samsung Galaxy S26 launch in India at 11:30 pm: What to expect
Samsung is set to unveil its next flagship lineup at the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event tonight, with the India livestream scheduled for 11:30 pm. The spotlight is expected to be on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which will lead Samsung’s new premium smartphone range. Additionally, the company is likely to introduce the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+, completing its usual three-model flagship lineup.
The event is also expected to introduce new audio products, with reports pointing to the launch of the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. Although Samsung has yet to officially confirm product names, leaks over the past few weeks have already hinted at what to expect in terms of design changes, hardware upgrades, and potential pricing. All details including official specifications and availability in India will become clear once the event goes live.
Samsung Galaxy S26, Ultra, Plus launch tonight: How to watch
Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra at its Galaxy Unpacked event tonight, which begins on February 25 at 10am ET, 1pm ET, and 6pm GMT, i.e., 11:30 pm ET in India. Viewers can follow all the announcements live through our live blog coverage as well as through Samsung’s official livestream on its YouTube channel, Samsung.com and Samsung Newsroom.
