- We have more leaked information about the Samsung Galaxy S26
- Hands-on photos and videos of dummy devices have surfaced
- The handsets could cost more than their predecessors
We’ll most likely see the Samsung Galaxy S26 phones launch within the next few months, and the designs of two of the models may now have been revealed – with a price increase for these handsets also rumored at the same time.
The design leak comes via photos and videos released by veteran tipster @OnLeaks. These images and videos show dummy units of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra, so they are non-working mock-ups based on leaked supply chain information.
It doesn’t look like too much is going to change in terms of design for these phones compared to last year: the Ultra model again matches the standard model with rounded rather than square corners, as introduced with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
One difference that is visible is that the rear cameras are on a single island instead of being kept separate. This is a change we saw with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, so it looks like it will carry over to the 2026 flagships as well.
Launch dates and prices
As for colors, we’re going to see the Galaxy S26 in white and the Galaxy S26 Ultra in white and black. However, these won’t be the only colors on offer, and in fact we’ve already heard several rumors about the shades that will be available.
Together with these two models, the Galaxy S26 Plus should be. It doesn’t look like there will be a successor to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, with poor sales apparently keeping Samsung from releasing a successor to it.
The tweaked roadmap may also have pushed the Galaxy S26 back later in the year: the Galaxy S25 series broke cover in January 2025, although all signs are that we’ll have to wait until at least February 2026 for the next batch of flagships.
When they arrive, they may well cost more than their predecessors, according to tipster @kro_roe. The rising costs of components and manufacturing suggest that 2026 could be an expensive year if you’re looking to buy a new phone.
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