Galaxy S27 tipped for January launch as charging upgrade remains uncertain
Leaks suggest Samsung may return to a January launch window for the Galaxy S27 series in 2027. Certification data also indicates that the new models may continue to be limited to 25W charging speeds.
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Galaxy S27 could launch as early as January 2027
Consumers may not have to wait too long to see Samsung’s next generation of flagship Android smartphones. According to the latest leaks, the South Korean tech giant could bring the Galaxy S27 series back to its familiar January launch window rather than sticking with the late-February or March timing of the Galaxy S26.
Samsung has traditionally unveiled its Galaxy S lineup early in the year, typically in January. With the Galaxy S26, however, the company held its launch event on February 25, 2026, before the devices officially went on sale on March 11.
More recently, well-known leaker Anvin shared on X a screenshot purportedly taken from China’s 3C certification database. The information is believed to relate to the Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+, while also offering a notable clue as to when Samsung could unveil its next flagship generation.
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