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Samsung has confirmed a 'Galaxy Event' for August 27 to introduce a new S26 series device.
The upcoming handset is widely expected to be the Galaxy S26 FE, a more affordable flagship.
Leaked specs suggest a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and the Exynos 2500 chipset.
Samsung aims to bring premium camera and AI experiences to a broader audience with this model.
More context
Reports indicate many hardware features, such as battery and cameras, may mirror the S25 FE.
Concerns have emerged regarding a rumored price increase to €799 or $699.
The device may serve as a test for Google’s agentic AI tools and memory requirements.
If the phone ships with 8GB of RAM, it might be excluded from high-end Gemini Intelligence.
The event will be livestreamed on Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel.
Analysts suggest the device faces a marketing challenge to justify a generational upgrade.