Galaxy S26 Ultra: Will the sleekness and flat frame make the design more appealing?
The first renders of the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra have leaked, revealing a design that maintains a familiar silhouette while introducing some subtle changes.
With a flat screen, softened frame, and redesigned camera module, the Ultra model continues to evolve without reinventing the wheel.
Galaxy S26 Ultra: A Bulky Design That Is More Refined
The 6.9-inch flat display remains central to the experience, featuring thin bezels and a centered punch hole. The frame is now completely flat, with slightly rounded edges to enhance grip.
- Dimensions: 163.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm (12.4 mm with the camera bump).
- Thinner than the Galaxy S25 Ultra (8.2 mm), but slightly taller.
- The S Pen continues to be housed at the bottom left, with rumors suggesting a possible curved design.
A Redesigned Quad-Camera Module
At the back, the most noticeable change is the arrangement of the cameras:
- Three sensors aligned vertically in a pill-shaped module that protrudes by 4.5 mm.
- A fourth sensor positioned next to the central module, directly integrated into the rear panel.
- Above: LED flash and an additional sensor.
Expected Specifications
Under the hood, rumors suggest:
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, with up to 16 GB of RAM depending on the market.
- 5,000 mAh battery is still present.
- Support for Qi2.2 magnetic charging (similar to Apple’s MagSafe or Google’s PixelSnap).
- The 60W wired charging remains uncertain, with leaks conflicting on this matter.
Availability
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be officially announced in early 2026, alongside the rest of the S26 lineup.
No groundbreaking changes for this generation, but a series of refinements: flatter design, revised camera module, and a promise of increased power. Samsung appears to be focusing on efficiency and continuity rather than disruption.
