How to watch Samsung Unpacked 2026 right now - and what to expect
Source: ZDNet
Samsung is taking the stage right now to unveil its newest Galaxy S lineup — and possibly more. The Korean tech giant will be hosting its February Unpacked event in San Francisco, where it’s expected to launch a few new Galaxy S26 phones.
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While the event’s main focus will likely be new phones, there’s a chance Samsung could tease its own smart glasses to take on Meta’s Ray‑Bans, a second‑gen Galaxy Ring, or even a Galaxy Fold Wide. We’ll have to wait until later today to see how Samsung’s announcements unfold. In the meantime, here’s what we know — and what rumors suggest.
When is Samsung Unpacked?
The event is scheduled for February 25 at 10 a.m. PST / 1 p.m. EST in San Francisco, California.
How to watch Samsung Unpacked
For those tuning in virtually, Samsung will livestream the event through:
- Samsung Newsroom
- Samsung.com
- Samsung’s YouTube channel
CNET will also broadcast the event with live reactions and commentary from editors and analysts: YouTube live stream.
What to expect
Rumors suggest we’ll see Samsung’s newest phone lineup, including the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, with camera upgrades, larger screens on lower‑end models, and new software features.
Since Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta has been available for a few months, it’s reasonable to expect the official release at Unpacked. Potential software enhancements include an expanded dark theme, upgraded Home Up and lock‑screen widget support, and broader integration of Galaxy AI.
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The Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to feature a “Privacy Display” that blocks screen content from side angles, as well as new colorways—White, Sky Blue, Cobalt Violet, and Black—according to Android Authority.
Smart glasses
During Samsung’s Q4 2025 earnings call, Seong Cho, EVP of Mobile Experience, said Samsung plans to release smart glasses later this year. Could today be the day? We hope so.