New leak suggests Galaxy S26 Ultra boasts a sleeker design and incredibly swift charging speeds
The tech world is abuzz with anticipation for Samsung's latest offering, the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This flagship Android phone is expected to bring a host of exciting updates and refinements, setting it apart from its predecessors.
Design and Dimensions
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to be one of the thinnest and lightest flagship Android phones, measuring around 7.x mm in thickness (a decrease from 8.2 mm on the S25 Ultra). Despite this reduction in size, the phone will be slightly taller and wider, with dimensions of approximately 162.8 x 77.6 mm. The narrow bezels will allow for a marginally larger 6.89 to 6.9-inch screen without increasing the width[2][3].
The phone will maintain its metal and glass sandwich design, with an Armor Aluminum frame and updated Gorilla Glass Victus 2 or 3. Notably, it will eliminate the separate camera ring islands, opting for a more integrated or flush camera module area for a cleaner look. The device will retain an internal S Pen silo, dictating a squared bottom shape[2][3].
Screen Technology
The display on the Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to be a 6.9-inch AMOLED with LTPO technology, allowing adaptive refresh rates from 1Hz to 120Hz. This technology will improve color accuracy, brightness, and power efficiency. The screen will also feature a Color-on-Emitter (CoE) depolarizer layer and a third-generation anti-reflective glass treatment[2][3].
Camera Upgrades
The main sensor of the Galaxy S26 Ultra will be a new 200 MP unit with a larger aperture for improved low-light performance. This will be coupled with a 50 MP Ultra-Wide, a 50 MP 5x telephoto lens with a wider aperture, a new 10 MP 3x telephoto lens, and a 12 MP front camera. Enhanced AI processing and new camera features such as better 8K video capabilities are also expected[1][3][4].
Performance
The Galaxy S26 Ultra will be powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset, likely a 3 nm process. This chipset may be overclocked in the "For Galaxy" edition, paired with 12 GB RAM and storage options up to 1 TB. Connectivity will include Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, and NFC[1].
Battery and Charging
The battery capacity of the Galaxy S26 Ultra will remain at 5,000 mAh, but the device will support faster wired charging at 60 W (an increase from 45 W). Wireless charging is expected to be around 15 W. The challenge of fitting a large battery into a thinner chassis is seen as a significant engineering achievement[1][2][3][4].
In summary, the Galaxy S26 Ultra aims to deliver a sleeker, lighter design with a larger, more power-efficient display, enhanced camera hardware with improved optics and computational photography, and faster charging, while maintaining flagship-level performance.
More details about the Galaxy S26 Ultra are expected to be revealed in the coming months, with a launch expected in early 2026. The 3x telephoto lens and 5x periscope lens on the Galaxy S26 Ultra are also expected to be updated. The phone is rumored to use Samsung's newer ISOCELL HP2 sensor for better light capture and to feature CoE depolarizer tech on its screen. The S26 Ultra is also said to offer new anti-glare glass[1][2][3][4].
[1] Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: What to expect
[2] Galaxy S26 Ultra: Leaks, Rumours, and Everything We Know So Far
[3] Galaxy S26 Ultra: What We Know So Far
[4] Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Everything We Know So Far
- The Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung's upcoming flagship Android phone, is rumored to feature updates in gadgets like its camera system, with a new 200 MP main sensor and enhanced AI processing.
- In the realm of technology, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to incorporate advanced screen technology, boasting a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with LTPO technology for adaptive refresh rates and improved power efficiency.
