We are almost certainly only a few weeks away from the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S26 family, and the next Galaxy Unpacked will likely be held on February 25.
But despite this set being one of the bigger phone launches of the year, given Samsung’s position in the phone market and as a maker of the best phones, the hype doesn’t seem to be there this year.
When I recently asked readers if they’re excited about the Samsung Galaxy S26, a hefty 70% of respondents said they weren’t hyped for the much-rumored new phones, with comments noting that there’s not much to get excited about given the iterative nature of phones and the lack of tip upgrades for next-generation Galaxy models.
Want big camera upgrades? This can be difficult as the Galaxy S25 Ultra is one of the best camera phones out there.
A new chipset is almost guaranteed for the Galaxy S26 series, but it might not be enough to move the excitement needle. So what type of show would you like to see?
In a recent poll, battery life topped the list as the most desired phone feature for TechRadar readers. So would you like to see the Galaxy S26 come out with new battery technology or accessories to increase battery life beyond a day of heavy use?
Maybe you’ll see really powerful AI features that go beyond simple translation and image manipulation…
There are many possibilities when you detach your mind from the rumor mill. Now, much of the above may be wishful thinking and we may just have to accept an iterative generation of Samsung phones.
But head to the comments section below and let me know what you’d like to see from the Galaxy S26 to get your hype gland pumping again.
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