It looks like Samsung might be skipping the 2025 release for its next-gen Galaxy Buds. There’s a shift in how the company is rolling out its wireless earbuds. Rumor has it that the Galaxy Buds 4 will be launched alongside the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026, likely in the first quarter.
Until now, Samsung has typically dropped new Galaxy Buds models around summer or early autumn, but the highly anticipated Galaxy Buds 4 could be on track for a debut in 2026 instead.
This information comes from a recent report by GalaxyClub, which claims Samsung is working on a new pair of premium earbuds. However, their development timeline suggests they’re not quite ready for a 2025 release. If the reports are accurate, we can expect the Galaxy Buds 4 to be unveiled at the first Unpacked event of 2026, likely in January or February, coinciding with the Galaxy S26 announcement.
Samsung might be shifting its strategy to refresh its entire ecosystem in early 2026. A simultaneous launch of the Galaxy S26 and new Galaxy Buds would create a powerful, all-new bundle that would appeal to Samsung fans. There’s even a chance we could see AI-powered audio features integrated with the Galaxy S26, making for a more compelling experience overall.
As of now, there’s no official word on the specs of the Galaxy Buds 4. We don’t even have any solid rumors, but speculations are swirling. Some suggest Samsung could integrate Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology into the next-gen earbuds, especially after the company filed a patent hinting at UWB connectivity earlier this year. If true, this could bring features like real-time spatial audio positioning, precise tracking similar to Apple’s Find My, and smarter auto-switching between Galaxy devices. However, this is still all speculation at this point.
In the meantime, Samsung is preparing for the upcoming release of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, which are set to drop next week.
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