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[Galaxy Unpacked 2026] A First Look at the Galaxy S26 Series: Samsung’s Most Intuitive AI Phone Yet

On February 25, Samsung Electronics unveiled the Galaxy S26 series at Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco. Marking the third generation of Samsung’s Galaxy AI phone, the Galaxy S26 series combines the most powerful performance in Galaxy S series history with the most intuitive AI experience to date. Samsung Newsroom got an early hands-on look at the Galaxy S26 series during Galaxy Unpacked 2026 ▲ The Galaxy S26 series (from left) Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 Design: Sleeker and Lighter Than Ever The Galaxy S26 series makes a strong first impression with its refined, modern aesthetic, featuring a rounded curvature and cohesive color palette that create a unified design identity across the lineup. ▲ The Galaxy S26 series (from left) Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+ and Galaxy S26 The slimmer, lighter build is equally notable. Galaxy S26 Ultra is 0.3 mm thinner than its predecessor and weighs 214 grams. Its slimmer profile enhances portability while maintaining ...

The Anam Cam Ranh Crafts Bold New Degustation Menu

The Anam Cam Ranh’s fine dining restaurant The Colonial has launched a “boundary-pushing” degustation menu characterised by innovative combinations of Vietnamese and international ingredients, flavours and textures. The Anam Cam Ranh’s chefs Duy Anh Nguyen and Banh Thanh Toan have created the new six-course menu with optional wine pairing at The Colonial, replete with an open kitchen, grand piano, and courtyard with a canopy of established gardens. The affair begins with an amuse-bouche comprising a giant clam with sausage and daikon jams, miso cauliflower sauce, herbs and salmon roe, as well as Vietnamese beef tartare with caramelised cashew fish sauce, crispy garlic and betel leaf. Following a starter of Hokkaido scallop ceviche with pink pomelo, yellow tangerine, Wakame cracker, kimchi broth and imperial caviar, a soup comprising poached buttermilk Black Cod fish, ponzu caramelized onion, green chilli kosho and creamy caviar relish sauce is served. After Alaska lime sorbet to ...

Gentle Monster × Disney × F1: Felix Unveils a Boundary-Breaking Collaboration

Global eyewear powerhouse Gentle Monster has once again blurred the lines between fashion, fantasy, and speed. This time, the brand steps into entirely new territory with a three-way collaboration: Gentle Monster × Disney × Formula 1 — and Stray Kids’ Felix is at the center of the reveal. Felix recently offered the first glimpse of the highly anticipated collection, instantly igniting conversation online. Among the previewed pieces, one item stood out above all: a striking “Mickey Helmet” that fuses motorsport engineering with Disney iconography in a way few collaborations have dared before. Where Animation Meets Adrenaline This partnership does more than place logos side by side. It reimagines familiar worlds through a bold creative lens. In the teaser visuals, Mickey Mouse appears as a race flag marshal, signaling the start of something fast and unexpected. Sunglasses morph into racing machines, streaking across the screen with cinematic energy. The atmosphere balances childhood...

New G-SHOCK Honors International Women’s Day, Continuing Its Commitment to Empowering Women

In celebration of International Women’s Day, Casio unveils the GMA-P2126W, a special edition from the iconic G-SHOCK line that reflects the brand’s ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering women worldwide. More than a commemorative timepiece, the GMA-P2126W forms part of an initiative that champions women who move forward with confidence, resilience and individuality. The watch embodies this spirit through its design: a signature octagonal bezel from the 2100 line in a refined, compact profile, finished in deep monochrome dark grey and accented with gold-tone details symbolising rays of hope and forward momentum. Alongside the release, G-SHOCK continues its “WOMEN OF OUR TIME” campaign, which highlights exceptional women across diverse fields shaping their own paths. This year’s campaign features Ran Tondabayashi, a multidisciplinary Japanese artist and art director known for her bold, surreal yet charming visual style across illustration, collage, music, advertising and fa...

[Galaxy Unpacked 2026] Highlights From Galaxy Unpacked: The Beginning of Truly Agentic AI

On February 25, Samsung Electronics hosted Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco, unveiling the Galaxy S26 series and Galaxy Buds4 series. Centered on three core pillars — Reach, Openness and Confidence — the event underscored Samsung’s commitment to embedding Galaxy AI more deeply into everyday experiences. Samsung Newsroom attended Galaxy Unpacked 2026, where a new era of AI integration took center stage. Galaxy S26 Series: Advancing Agentic AI With the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung builds on its legacy of mobile AI innovation to deliver more intelligent and seamless experiences. At the core of this evolution is agentic AI. “Every groundbreaking technology follows a similar journey. It begins as a marvel — rare, expensive and loudly celebrated. But the technologies that change history fade into the background because they become infrastructure,” said TM Roh, CEO and Head of Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics. “Infrastructure is responsibility. It must work for e...

Pre-Order Now: Be First to Experience the All-New Samsung Galaxy S26 Series!

The new Samsung Galaxy S26 Series has officially arrived! Get ready to experience the next evolution of Galaxy AI – smarter, faster and more intuitive than ever before. From 26 February to 10 March 2026, customers can enjoy exclusive rewards worth up to RM1,200 on selected models, plus receive an instant rebate of RM700 when you pay with selected bank cards. Looking to upgrade? Take advantage of our Galaxy Forever trade-in programme and enjoy savings of up to RM4,000 when you trade in your eligible device. Visit Samsung Malaysia’s official Trade-in page for full details. Complete your Galaxy ecosystem journey while you’re at it: purchase selected Branded Mobile Accessories for 30% off too when you pre-order the Galaxy S26 series. Plus, bring it home easily with a 0% interest instalment plan of up to 36 months at participating banks. There’s never a better time to pre-order the Galaxy S26 series – get yours today. To buy the Samsung Galaxy S26 se...