SEOUL / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – The release of the Samsung Galaxy S26 has been delayed, sending the smartphone world into turmoil. Industry insiders report that the launch of the new flagship will not take place in January as usual. This shift could be beneficial for the competition as other manufacturers could bring their new models to market earlier.
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The news that the release of the Samsung Galaxy S26 has been delayed is causing a stir in the technology industry. Samsung usually presents its new Galaxy S models in January, but this time the schedule seems to be changing. According to well-known leaker Ice Universe, who is active on the Weibo platform, the launch of the Galaxy S26 series will be postponed. The exact reasons for this delay are not yet known, and a new release date has not yet been announced.
This shift could have a significant impact on the smartphone market. While Samsung fans will have to wait longer for the new model, competitors like OnePlus and Xiaomi could use the opportunity to present their own flagships earlier. The OnePlus 15 is expected to be released by the end of the year, while the Xiaomi 17 is expected to be available globally in early 2026. OPPO and Vivo also plan to launch their new models in the fourth quarter.
Interestingly, there are also rumors about a new naming strategy at Samsung. Instead of the expected name ‘Galaxy S26 Pro’, the classic naming structure with ‘Galaxy S26’, ‘S26+’ and ‘S26 Ultra’ should be retained. This could suggest that the base model won’t get a major upgrade this time. There is also speculation that Samsung could do without a Galaxy S26 Edge, which might surprise fans of the ‘Edge’ design.
The Galaxy S26 delay could also reflect strategic considerations at Samsung. The company may plan to incorporate new technologies or features that require more development time. In any case, Samsung will have to meet the expectations of its next top model in order to survive in the highly competitive smartphone market. Whether the launch will take place in February or March remains to be seen, but excitement in the industry is rising.
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