- The Galaxy S26 Ultra is said to feature a camera array with improved optics.
- The range would be thinner: Pro 6,7 mm, Edge 5,5 mm and Ultra 7,8 mm (prototypes)
- Batteries: Edge 4200 mAh (3C), Pro 4300 mAh, and Ultra 5000 mAh; up to 60W charging
- Exynos 2600 at 2nm under study and possible Qi2 adoption with doubts about reverse charging
It is worth remembering that we are talking about preliminary information: It comes from South Korean sources, specialized media and regulatory listings, so some details could vary when the announcement approaches and they leave the phase of to prototypes.
A twist on the design of the Galaxy S26 Ultra
The idea of a is gaining strength again camera island on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, an approach that would integrate the rear sensors into a single module in the style of previous generations. This redesign would be justified to accommodate improvements in the main camera and telephoto lens, with larger aperture optics to capture more light.
La exact form of the module is not closed, although there is talk of a monolithic rectangular island adapted to the new aesthetic language of the device and of more rounded corners to unify the look with the rest of the Galaxy S family.
In parallel, it has been pointed out that the Ultra's telephoto lens could maintain the 1/2,52 sensor size compared to its predecessor, relying on optics and processing to improve results. That is, not everything would be about changing the sensor: the lenses and software.
Thinner across the range
All three models would take a leap towards a slimmer profile. It is speculated that the Galaxy S26 Pro remains at 6,7 mm thick (–0,5 mm compared to the S25), which the Galaxy Edge S26 aim at 5,5mm and that the Galaxy s26 ultra is 7,8 mm. These are figures associated with prototypes, so the final adjustment could vary slightly.
Reducing the thickness has implications for ergonomics and interior space. In the case of the Ultra, it's about preserving the S Pen Despite the thinner chassis, a challenge that would require optimizing the layout of components and making better use of every millimeter.
This approach will force the brand to tread carefully. engineering: Fitting batteries, cameras, and antennas into such thin bodies often requires redesigning boards, stacking, and more efficient heat dissipation to avoid compromising the experience.
Batteries and charging: subtle improvements
The data that has come to light points to a conservative strategy in capabilities, with a slight boost in the non-Ultra models and continuity at the top of the range. The S26 Ultra's battery is said to remain at 5000 mAh, while the S26 Edge would have switched to 3C with a typical 4200 mAh, and the S26 Pro would be around 4300 mAh.
- Galaxy S26 Pro: 4300 mAh (rumored)
- Galaxy S26 Edge: 4200 mAh (3C listing)
- Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5000 mAh (China certified)
Although the Ultra's figure would not increase, the autonomy could benefit from more efficient hardware and a fast charging up to 60W In the top model, a leap compared to previous generations that several reports have been pointing out.
In the Edge, in addition to this increase in capacity, everything indicates that lithium-ion technology will be maintained and that the transition to solutions such as silicon-carbon would not arrive yet. improvement, so, It would be real but moderate.
Exynos 2600 processor and the pulse for performance
In the silicon section, the protagonist would be the Exynos 2600, a SoC that Samsung would have ready for production at 2 nanometers waiting to decide whether to integrate it into the S26 series. Among its new features is an internal dissipation block (Heat Path Block) designed to prevent overheating.
Beyond its adoption in the Galaxy, the 2600 is also a strategic move for dispute turf with TSMC y seduce Qualcomm again as a foundry customer, providing a competitive alternative in the most advanced nodes.
If the process jump and the new thermal management crystallize, improvements in energy efficiency and sustained stability would be expected, two key features that would enhance performance and autonomy without needing to increase battery capacity.
Qi2 with magnets: the doubt of reverse charging
Another open front is the native adoption of Qi2 with magnetsThis standard improves alignment and grip with the charger, but various reports indicate that The integration of magnets in the mobile itself could collide with la reverse wireless charging, as has already been seen in other manufacturers.
Today the Galaxy S25 supports Qi2 with external accessories, and On the S26, Samsung would have to decide whether to prioritize a more solid magnetic experience. —possibly with some power improvement—or preserves reverse charging for headphones and watches, a practical feature for many users.
The portrait that emerges is that of a S26 that is continuist in autonomy but more refined in design and efficiency, with an Ultra that would change its back to enhance the camera and a range that refines its thickness without sacrificing key features; the final details are still pending, and they will arrive when Samsung makes the specifications official.
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