Samsung previews 2026 TVs & Odyssey gaming monitors

Samsung Electronics used its Australian Visual Display Tech Summit in Sydney to unveil its 2026 television range and preview its 2026 Odyssey gaming monitors. The event gave local media and industry attendees an early look at the products ahead of a wider rollout.

The showcase centred on artificial intelligence features in televisions and monitors, with demonstrations across Micro RGB, OLED and gaming displays. The line-up is intended to cover home viewing, gaming and everyday use across a broader range of screen sizes and price points.

One of the main focuses was the Micro RGB television range. Samsung presented the 75-inch R95H as the flagship model and highlighted the Micro RGB R85H, positioning the series at the top end of its home viewing offer.

Samsung plans to extend Micro RGB screens from 55 inches to 115 inches. The sets use a Micro RGB AI Engine Pro to adjust colour and contrast in real time, while the range also includes certification for a BT.2020 colour gamut ratio of at least 100% and glare reduction on selected models.

At the event, Samsung compared the 75-inch Micro RGB TV side by side with its Neo QLED QN90F. It also highlighted features including Micro RGB Precision Colour 100 and Vision AI Companion, designed to tailor viewing to individual users.

OLED range

Samsung also used the summit to outline its 2026 OLED televisions, led by the S95H. The model combines higher brightness, HDR processing and a design Samsung calls FloatLayer, which gives the set a lighter appearance when not in use.

Artificial intelligence features were again central to the pitch. Vision AI Companion is designed to help viewers interact with the television and find content, while AI Upscaling Pro aims to improve lower-resolution material by sharpening detail, depth and contrast.

Other functions shown included AI Soccer Mode Pro, which adjusts picture and sound for football coverage, and AI Sound Controller Pro, which lets users change the balance between dialogue, music and effects. The OLED S95H also includes glare reduction technology and support for HDR10+ Advanced.

Samsung linked the OLED line to home design as well as entertainment. Art Mode and the Samsung Art Store allow the screen to display artworks when not in use for television or film.

Gaming push

While televisions formed the bulk of the presentation, Samsung also provided an early look at its 2026 Odyssey gaming line before a global launch. Few product details were included in material released after the event, but its inclusion alongside televisions underlined the importance of gaming within the wider display business.

The summit also served as a reminder of Samsung's scale in the television market. It said it has ranked as the global TV market leader for 20 consecutive years, citing Omdia figures based on annual unit and revenue share.

That long run comes as television makers seek to distinguish premium models through image processing, screen technology and software features rather than basic hardware improvements alone. Manufacturers have increasingly added AI branding to picture enhancement, content recommendations and sound controls as they look for ways to persuade consumers to upgrade.

For Samsung, the Sydney event suggested that strategy will continue into 2026. It is spreading AI-branded functions beyond a small number of flagship products and tying them to different use cases, from home cinema to live sport and gaming.

Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics, said the new range was built around what buyers want from screens. "Samsung's 2026 display lineup combines the features consumers value most in TVs and monitors, including stunning picture quality, thoughtful design and AI features that make screens more personal and intuitive," Lee said.

He said Samsung sees the role of the screen expanding across the day. "Across the lineup, Samsung is delivering a more complete screen experience for how people watch, play and work every day," Lee said.