Samsung is preparing to launch its Galaxy S26 series in February 2026, and early renders have given us the first real look at the upcoming flagship lineup. This year, the company is introducing the Galaxy S26 Pro (replacing the standard Galaxy S26), the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and a redesigned S26 Edge.
Let’s break down the details based on the latest leaks and renders.
Galaxy S26 Pro: A New Look with Raised Camera Module
The Galaxy S26 Pro takes over the vanilla S26 slot and comes with some noticeable design changes.
- Raised camera module: Inspired by the Galaxy Z Fold7, the S26 Pro will have a raised camera bump with metallic rings around the lenses.
- Frame & finish: The phone is expected to feature slightly rounded corners, a flat metallic frame, and a textured matte finish.
Leaked Specifications – Galaxy S26 Pro
- Thickness: 6.7mm
- Display: 6.27-inch AMOLED with thinner bezels, 120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 (3nm) or Exynos 2600 (2nm, region-specific)
- RAM/Storage: Up to 12GB RAM, 512GB storage
- Software: One UI 8.0
- Cameras: 50MP primary + 12MP ultrawide + 10MP telephoto
- Battery: 4,300mAh, 45W wired charging
- Wireless: Qi2 magnetic wireless charging
With slimmer bezels and a modern design, the Galaxy S26 Pro is shaping up to be a solid option in Samsung’s flagship range.
Galaxy S26 Ultra:
Bigger, More Powerful, More Refined
The Galaxy S26 Ultra will continue as Samsung’s top-tier flagship, and while it keeps the DNA of the S25 Ultra, there are several refinements.
- Raised camera module: The Ultra features three large protruding sensors, including the signature periscope zoom lens, with the fourth camera and laser autofocus setup placed alongside the LED flash.
- Design tweaks: The body has more rounded edges than the S25 Ultra, offering a slightly softer grip without losing its premium look.
Leaked Specifications – Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Dimensions: 163.4 x 77.9 x 7.8 mm
- Display: 6.9-inch AMOLED with Color-on-Emitter (CoE) depolarizer and 3rd-gen anti-reflective glass
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 for Galaxy
- RAM/Storage: Up to 16GB RAM, 1TB storage
- Software: One UI 8.0
- Cameras:
- 200MP primary (wider aperture)
- 50MP periscope telephoto (wider aperture)
- 50MP ultrawide
- 12MP updated telephoto
- Battery: 5,000mAh, 60W wired charging
- Wireless: Qi2 magnetic wireless charging
The camera setup on the Ultra looks like a major upgrade, with wider apertures that should improve low-light photography and zoom performance.
Final Thoughts
The Galaxy S26 series may not completely reinvent the wheel, but Samsung appears to be focusing on refinement—better cameras, slimmer frames, more efficient displays, and faster charging.
The S26 Pro looks like a sleek replacement for the standard model, while the S26 Ultra pushes the limits of performance and imaging once again. With the official launch expected in February 2026, Samsung fans won’t have to wait long to see these flagships in action.
