Samsung does not hide: the Galaxy S26 Ultra The refinement path started with the Ultra S25 will follow, but it will take another step with most rounded corners and a slight change of size. The latest leaks put the focus on ergonomics and small adjustments that can make a difference in everyday life.
In the absence of official confirmation, everything points to an ultra that It grows minimally in height and width Regarding S25 Ultra, while thinning a few tenths. Subtle changes, yes, but consistent with a strategy that prioritizes comfort in hand and prolonged use without as aggressive edges as those of previous generations.
Design and dimensions: more curves for the ultra
The models and the Renders shared by filtradors trusted show an ultra S26 with even more rounded corners than those of the Ultra S25. In numbers, the dimensions that are handled place to the S26 ultra in 163.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mmin front of the 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm of the Ultra S25. That is to say, a little higher and widebut thinner. The diagonal of the screen would not vary appreciably, so the general appearance would continue to be that of a high -end “brick” … something friendlier to the touch.
This turn fits with the change of philosophy that we saw in 2025: Samsung left behind the angular corners of the Ultra S24 to soften them in the S25 Ultra and now, would accentuate that curve to improve grip and comfort in pockets. The design would maintain a continuous line (The frames, the drilling for the front camera and the location of the S Pen), but with a rear that could Recover a slight “Island” to house larger optics.
Other changes in sight: battery, camera and q2
The fact that the Ultra S26 Think about 0.3 mm complicates an increase in capacity beyond 5000 mAh that we have been seeing for several generations. Even so, the possibility of a 60 w fast chargea relevant increase compared to the current 45 w, that would help to shorten the charging times without sacrificing autonomy.
In photography, the movement towards an “island” would serve to Host larger sensors and opticswith special attention to a 200 MP main chamber with larger opening already a 5X teleobjective revised. It is not a radical redesign, but a base for improve light capture and the sharpness in the zoom reducing the need to resort to computational photography.
Beyond the ultra, the models of the rest of the family point to useful novelties that could also splash the top of the range: there is a Circular depression at the rear that fits with the Adoption of magnets for Qi2which would facilitate alignment in compatible loaders and open the door to an ecosystem of more robust magnetic accessories.
What changes for the user of an ultra galaxy
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For those who come from an ultra S24 (or previous), the Ultra S26 would be the point at which design Finally stop penalizing ergonomics. The most rounded corners They should be translated into less discomfort in prolonged use and when carrying it in their pocket. If the 60 W jumpwe will also win in charging times without depending so much on software tricks.
For users of an ultra S25, the message is Evolution, no revolution: same screen approach and frames, More comfort in handsmall variations in size and the expectation of camera improvements by housing more ambitious optics. If you are worried about autonomy, it will be time to wait for real tests; If yours is the photo and ergonomics, the Ultra S26 is emerging as the more polished iteration of this line.
It is important to mention that, All information in this article comes from Filtrations and models; The final characteristics could vary when Samsung officially present the Galaxy S26 series.
Does this turn to more rounded corners and a somewhat thinner body convince you, or do you prefer the most “square” appearance of the s24/s25 ultra? We read you in the comments.
