How to watch Samsung Unpacked 2026 this week - and what to expect
Source: ZDNet
Samsung is taking the stage on Wednesday to unveil its newest Galaxy S lineup — and possibly more. The Korean tech giant will host its February Unpacked event in California, where it’s expected to launch a few new Galaxy S26 phones.
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While the main focus will likely be new phones, there are rumors of Samsung revealing its own smart glasses to take on Meta’s Ray‑Bans, a second‑gen Galaxy Ring, or even a Galaxy Fold Wide. 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 virtual attendees, Samsung will livestream the event through:
What to expect
New Galaxy S26 lineup
Rumors suggest we’ll see the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, featuring:
- Camera upgrades
- Larger screens on lower‑end models
- New software features
Since One UI 8.5 beta has been available for a few months, the official release is expected at Unpacked. Anticipated software enhancements include:
- Expanded dark theme
- Upgraded Home Up and lock‑screen widget support
- More Galaxy AI integration
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Privacy Display on the S26 Ultra
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to receive a “Privacy Display” that limits visibility from side angles, darkening the screen or blocking messages when viewed off‑center. It may also launch in new colorways such as White, Sky Blue, Cobalt Violet, and Black (source: Android Authority).
Smart glasses
During Samsung’s Q4 2025 earnings call, EVP of Mobile Experience Seong Cho indicated plans to release smart glasses later in the year. Could the Unpacked event be the debut? Only time will tell.