Highlights
- Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 confirmed for July 22 in London, to be streamed live globally at 9 AM ET / 6:30 PM IST.
- Expected Launches – Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8, and Galaxy Watch 9 series.
- Pre-Reservations – Customers can pre-reserve devices with a refundable ₹999 VIP Pass via Samsung.com, Shop App, or Amazon, gaining vouchers and exclusive launch benefits.
Samsung has officially announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked event will be held on July 22 in London. While the company has not confirmed the products that will be introduced, leaks and Samsung’s launch schedule strongly suggest the event will see the debut of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Galaxy Z Flip 8, and the Galaxy Watch 9 series.
The launch event will be streamed live at 9:00 AM ET (6:30 PM IST) through Samsung’s official website, Samsung Newsroom, and the company’s YouTube channel. Ahead of the event, Samsung has also started accepting pre-reservations for its upcoming Galaxy devices in select markets.
Samsung Teases AI-Focused Galaxy Experience
According to Samsung, the upcoming presentation will showcase the newest additions to the Galaxy ecosystem with a major emphasis on foldable smartphones and AI-powered features that aim to offer more personalised user experiences.
The official invitation carries the tagline “A New Shape Unfolds” hinting at the next evolution of Samsung’s foldable devices. Although the company has not revealed any hardware details, previous leaks have pointed towards improvements such as a wider foldable design and a display crease that is less noticeable than before.
Galaxy Z Fold 8, Flip 8 Launch Expected
As expected, Samsung has not disclosed product names or specifications before the launch. The invitation only confirms the date and venue while teasing “new form factors” and “more personal, adaptive experiences.”
Based on recent rumours, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 could feature a wider design with a 5.4-inch cover display and a 7.8-inch foldable inner screen. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is expected to succeed last year’s premium foldable and may arrive with a new Snapdragon processor, a 200-megapixel primary camera, and a less visible display crease.
Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip 8 is tipped to retain its familiar clamshell design while bringing hardware upgrades and refinements to the display.
Galaxy Watch 9 Series and AI Glasses Could Also Debut
Samsung is also expected to refresh its smartwatch portfolio with the Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2. Leaks suggest both smartwatches could offer improved health monitoring features, minor design updates and software enhancements. Reports also indicate that Samsung may skip launching a new Galaxy Watch Classic this year.
Apart from smartphones and wearables, the event could also introduce Samsung’s long-rumoured AI smart glasses. Expected to launch as Galaxy Glasses, the wearable is said to focus on AI-powered assistance through Google Gemini using built-in cameras and voice interaction instead of offering a full augmented reality experience.
How to Pre-Reserve Samsung’s Upcoming Galaxy Devices?
Samsung has already opened pre-reservations for its upcoming Galaxy devices in select markets. Customers can reserve their device by paying a refundable Rs 999 between July 8 and July 22, 2026, or until official pre-booking begins, whichever comes first.
Those pre-reserving through Samsung.com or the Samsung Shop App need to visit the pre-reserve page, select the pre-reserve option, and add the “#Next Galaxy VIP Pass” to their cart. The Rs 999 payment can be made using prepaid payment methods such as credit card, debit card, UPI, wallet or net banking, while cash on delivery is not supported. After payment, Samsung sends a VIP Pass confirmation through email and SMS. Referral codes, welcome vouchers and loyalty points cannot be used to pay for the pre-reservation.
Customers can also pre-reserve through Amazon by purchasing an Amazon Pay gift card worth Rs 999 from Amazon’s Galaxy Unpacked microsite. The gift card is delivered to the registered email address within 24 hours, and users will need to return to Amazon once pre-orders go live to complete their purchase.
The pre-reservation offers an e-store voucher worth up to Rs 2,799, which can be redeemed while purchasing the new Galaxy device through Samsung’s website or Shop App. The Rs 999 paid during pre-reservation is adjusted against the final purchase price. Samsung notes that if the voucher value exceeds the price of an eligible add-on product, the remaining amount will not be refunded. If multiple eligible add-on products are purchased together, the voucher value is distributed proportionally across them.
Customers buying directly from Samsung may also receive additional benefits including exclusive launch colours available only on Samsung.com and the Shop App, Samsung Rewards points, enhanced trade-in value for eligible old devices, and Samsung Care+ protection plans.
To redeem the voucher, users need to sign in using the same email ID, phone number or account that was used during pre-reservation. If a customer decides not to purchase the device within the pre-booking period, the voucher is cancelled automatically and Samsung refunds the Rs 999 to the original payment method.
Samsung has also clarified that the pre-reservation benefit can be claimed only once per mobile number or email ID, preventing multiple reservations for additional savings.
Separately, the company is running a registration campaign where customers can enter for a chance to win Rs 50,000, along with daily vouchers worth Rs 5,000. This registration is separate from the paid pre-reservation process and can be completed independently.
