Samsung Member Stars at Galaxy Unpacked July 2026

From July 22 to 24, Samsung Electronics brought together 51 Samsung Members Stars from 17 countries for Galaxy Community Connect July 2026 in London. Samsung Members Stars are highly engaged Galaxy users who consistently create high-quality content and actively contribute to the Samsung Members platform.

Participants attended Galaxy Unpacked July 2026 and explored various parts of London through a cultural tour, where they got hands-on experience with the newly unveiled Galaxy Z series and Galaxy Watch9. Samsung Newsroom highlights the features Samsung Members Stars picked as their favorites in the infographic below.

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The Samsung Members platform provides information on Samsung products and services while fostering a community for user interaction. Top contributors who consistently create high-quality content and actively engage with others are selected as Samsung Members Stars, helping strengthen connections between the brand and its community.

More than a product showcase, the event emphasized community-driven dialogue and the exchange of perspectives — empowering participants to shape their own Galaxy experience.

Galaxy Unpacked 2026: Unveiling the Next Era of Galaxy AI

Galaxy Unpacked 2026 was the highlight of the three-day program. Samsung introduced a more integrated and personalized Galaxy AI, emphasizing a true agentic AI experience, along with enhanced privacy and security and new features of the Galaxy S26 series and the Galaxy Buds4 series.

“It was incredible,” said Samsung Members Star Oksana Bykova (USA). “Samsung showcased Galaxy AI to expand everyday experiences, and Super Clear Call on the Galaxy Buds4 series was especially impressive.”

“I’m excited about the Privacy Display on Galaxy S26 Ultra,” said Samsung Members Star Gerson Manzanares (Nicaragua). “The way the screen automatically adjusts viewing angles to block prying eyes is truly ingenious.”

▲ Participants attending Galaxy Unpacked 2026

▲ A participant visiting the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 Experience Zone

AMA Session: Going Behind the Scenes of Galaxy Camera Innovation

The Ask Me Anything (AMA) session was one of the most popular programs. Sungdae Joshua Cho — Executive Vice President and Head of Visual Solution Team, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics — took questions and responded in real time.

The program included briefings and demonstrations of the Galaxy camera’s key technologies and features. Participants noted visible differences in brightness, noise and detail, highlighting how these advancements translate into meaningful user experiences.

Going beyond a Q&A, the session became an open forum for direct dialogue between participants and Samsung.

▲ Cho presenting during the AMA session

▲ Participants listening to the AMA session

Explore SF: Capturing the City Through Galaxy

Another highlight was “Explore SF Your Way with Galaxy,” where participants explored the city using the Galaxy S26 series in their own ways.

With AI Eraser, they effortlessly captured San Francisco’s scenic views, while Super Steady delivered clear, blur-free shots even on the move. Participants shared these moments with their communities, extending their experiences and insights to a wider audience.

▲ Participants creating content using the Galaxy S26 series

Beyond the Event: Carrying the Momentum Forward

Galaxy Community Connect 2026 centered on the Galaxy S26 series, offering participants opportunities to explore Galaxy AI throughout the event. In San Francisco, they reinterpreted and expanded the Galaxy experience in their own ways, fostering authentic connections.

▲ Participants enjoying the Gala Night on the final day of the event

Samsung will continue strengthening direct engagement with its global communities, aiming to enrich the everyday lives of Galaxy users around the world.