Samsung locks in August 27 for its next Galaxy S phone, and all signs point to the S26 FE

Samsung has announced a Galaxy Event scheduled for August 27, with indications pointing towards the unveiling of the Galaxy S26 FE. The invitation to the event advertises the launch of “the newest addition to the Galaxy S26 family,” emphasizing its design to deliver core Galaxy S26 features like camera, AI, and One UI to a more budget-conscious audience.

This aligns with Samsung's previous strategy of introducing the Galaxy S25 FE, teasing it without naming it before its official reveal. The event will be streamed live on August 27 at 9 PM KST, 5 AM PT, and 8 AM ET on Samsung's website and YouTube channel. Leaked images hint at a pill-shaped camera module, contrasting with the individual lens protrusions seen on the Galaxy S25 FE.

Other rumored specs include a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, Exynos 2500 chipset, a 4,900mAh battery with 45W charging, and the upcoming One UI 9. While Samsung has yet to confirm pricing or release details, the extensive leak coverage suggests the Galaxy S26 FE's price and launch date may be the only remaining surprises at the August 27 event.

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