Samsung Galaxy S26 series production delay could push launch date

A recent rumor suggested that Samsung will debut its Galaxy S series phones in March 2026, deviating from its usual January launch window. Now, a report out of Korea states that Samsung has delayed mass-production of the Galaxy S26 phones, adding weight to the rumor.

The report claims that Samsung will begin mass production of the Galaxy S26 Ultra in December. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ will enter mass production in January.

Samsung had initially planned to begin production of all three Galaxy S26 models in December. However, according to the report, the schedule has been delayed due to the Galaxy S26 Edge variant’s development being cancelled.

The company now needs to develop the Galaxy S26+, a process that could take an additional month or two. Notably, the development of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra is reportedly complete.

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As a result, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will enter mass-production first, followed by the Galaxy S26, and finally the Galaxy S26+. The production delay is, therefore, expected to push back the launch timeline.

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