Galaxy S26 Ultra is the next big thing expected from Samsung, and everyone is eager to know the release date. While the company hasn’t officially discussed this flagship, we can assume a tentative launch timeline based on recent developments.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra release date
Samsung, so far launched five flagship lineups between 2020 and 2025. Over the past five years, it has been seen that the company has shifted the Galaxy S Unpacked event from the end of the first quarter to early or mid-quarter.
Here’s a brief look at the last five flagship launches and releases:
Galaxy S20 series
Launch date – February 11, 2020
Release date – March 6, 2020
Galaxy S21 series
Launch date – January 14, 2021
Release date – January 29, 2021
Galaxy S22 series
Launch date – February 9, 2022
Release date – February 25, 2022
Galaxy S23 series
Launch date – February 1, 2023
Release date – February 17, 2023
Galaxy S24 series
Launch date – January 17, 2024
Release date – January 31, 2024
Galaxy S25 series
Launch date – January 22, 2025
Release date – February 7, 2025
Galaxy S26 series?
During those five years, February remained Samsung’s favorite month. The company either hosted the Unpacked event in February or started the first sale. If the same pattern is to be followed, here’s what we expect for Galaxy S26 Ultra:
Launch – Mid to late January
Release – Late January or early February
We were anticipating the Galaxy S26 series’ sale in the month of February. However, the cancellation of the Galaxy S26 Edge and development of Galaxy S26 Plus may delay the unveiling to March 2026, well it’s not confirmed either.