The Samsung Galaxy S25 series was unveiled at last year's winter Unpacked event.
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ZDNET's key takeaways
- The next Samsung Unpacked event should introduce new mobile gadgets to the market.
- Samsung is set to announce new Galaxy S26 models, including the Ultra.
- Expect talk of UI updates, redesigned earbuds, and possibly AI glasses.
Unlike the last two years, Samsung isn't hosting an Unpacked event in January of 2026. Instead, the rumored Galaxy S26 Ultraย is tipped to be announced this February, just before Mobile World Congress (MWC). Ahead of the launch event, reports point to the release of several major products, including some fan favorites, and possibly surprises.
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From the expected new Galaxy S-series phones to a couple of unexpected treats, here's what you can expect from the Samsung Unpacked event in February.
When is the Samsung Unpacked 2026 event?
Samsung has yet to announce an official date for its upcoming event. However, South Korean mediaย organizations have suggested the company will host its early Unpacked event on Feb. 25, 2026, in San Francisco.ย
Reliable tipster Evan Blass has corroborated this launch timeline. This schedule would add another week to the release timeline and push the in-store date to March. So, expect to get your hands on the new Galaxy S26 series in early March.
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If you want to watch the Unpacked 2026 event online, you can go to the Samsung website orย YouTubeย to tune in to the live stream. You'll likely find a “notify me” button closer to the launch, so you can receive a heads-up before the live stream begins. Here are five things we expect from the next Samsung Unpacked event.