Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra renders leaked, hint at major redesign: Here’s what may change

HIGHLIGHTS

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's leaked renders show a vertical camera island with a raised bump—marking a major design shift from the S25 Ultra.

It is rumored to have a 6.9" display, Snapdragon 8 Elite 2, up to 1TB storage, 16GB RAM, and a 200MP Sony main sensor.

The device is expected to launch in January 2026 alongside Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Edge.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra renders leaked, hint at major redesign: Here’s what may change

Samsung Galaxy S26 series is still months away from its debut; however, leaks and rumours have already started making their way to the internet. Recently, the Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G’s tentative design renders have been leaked, suggesting a significant change in the rear camera placement. Although the details are not yet confirmed, the device could feature a new vertically positioned camera island housing three sensors on the rear panel, a significant change from the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s camera placement.

Digit.in Survey
✅ Thank you for completing the survey!

For the unversed, Galaxy S25 Ultra features rear camera arrays without a camera island. Here’s everything we know so far about the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra design (Leaked)

Popular tipster Ice Universe has shared a fan-made render of the Galaxy S26 Ultra on X (formerly Twitter), which appears to resemble the actual design of the upcoming handset. The video showcases a raised camera bump for housing three of the four sensors, similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s rear camera island.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra specifications (Leaked)

In terms of specifications, the smartphone is rumoured to feature a 6.9-inch display with a third-generation anti-reflective coating for an enhanced viewing experience. The Galaxy S26 Ultra could be backed by an overclocked Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 for Galaxy custom chipset.

Additionally, it will reportedly come in three storage options- 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB, paired with 16GB of RAM. In terms of battery, the Galaxy S26 Ultra could get a 5,000mAh battery with faster charging support.
In terms of camera, the device could feature a 200MP Sony lens alongside two 50MP sensors (one periscope and one ultra-wide), as well as a 12MP telephoto shooter on the rear panel. The handset could feature a 5500mAh battery with 65W fast charging.

Also read: Oppo K13 Turbo series set to launch in India soon: Price, specifications and other details we know

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launch timeline

The Galaxy S26 Ultra could debut in January 2026, alongside the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Edge. However, it is yet to be confirmed officially.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra price (Leaked)

The Galaxy S26 Ultra could be priced at around Rs 1,59,990 in India for the base model.

Himani Jha

Himani Jha

Himani Jha is a tech news writer at Digit. Passionate about smartphones and consumer technology, she has contributed to leading publications such as Times Network, Gadgets 360, and Hindustan Times Tech for the past five years. When not immersed in gadgets, she enjoys exploring the vibrant culinary scene, discovering new cafes and restaurants, and indulging in her love for fine literature and timeless music. View Full Profile

Digit.in
Logo
Digit.in
Logo