Samsung has officially confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy S26 series will launch on February 25, with pre-reservations already open. Customers who sign up for email notifications are being offered a $30 / €30 discount ahead of the unveiling.
While Samsung has not confirmed specifications, multiple consistent leaks have revealed what to expect — especially from the flagship Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Privacy Display and 10-Bit Panel Rumored
One of the standout rumored features is a per-pixel privacy display. Unlike traditional laptop privacy screens that limit visibility across the entire panel, this technology would allow specific popups — such as OTP codes — to be hidden from side angles.
The device is expected to feature:
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6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display
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1440p+ resolution (3120 × 1440)
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1–120Hz adaptive LTPO refresh rate
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10-bit color depth (upgrade from 8-bit)
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New Gorilla Glass Armor variant with anti-reflection coating
It is also rumored to ship with One UI 8.5 based on Android 16.
Magnetic Charging Without Built-In Magnets
Samsung is expected to support the Qi2 Magnetic Profile standard, but without embedding magnets inside the phone. Users will likely need magnetic-compatible cases for wireless chargers and accessories.
Faster Charging, Same Battery
Charging speeds are expected to improve:
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60W wired charging (up from 45W)
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25W wireless charging (up from 15W)
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75% charge reportedly achieved in 30 minutes
However, the battery capacity is expected to remain at 5,000mAh, unchanged from previous Ultra models.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Confirmed for Ultra
Leaks suggest the S26 Ultra will use the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 globally. The standard S26 and S26+ models may use Exynos 2600 in select regions.
Memory and storage options may include:
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12GB RAM (standard)
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16GB RAM option
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256GB / 512GB / 1TB storage
Camera: Refinement Over Revolution
The S26 Ultra is expected to feature:
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200MP main camera (f/1.4)
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50MP 5× periscope telephoto
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50MP ultrawide
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10MP 3× telephoto
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8K video recording
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Improved anti-flare lens coating
Rumors of variable aperture (last seen in Galaxy S9/S10) remain unconfirmed.
AI Upgrades and Linux Terminal Support
Samsung is teasing “something smarter” at launch. The S26 series may include:
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Advanced Bixby with agentic AI
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Integration with third-party apps like Uber and weather services
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Possible Linux terminal support via Android Virtualization Framework (still uncertain)
Design Changes
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Thinner body: 7.9mm
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Weight reduced to 214g
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Slight camera lens elevation
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S Pen included
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Color options: Black, White, Silver Shadow, Sky Blue, Cobalt Violet, Pink Gold
Expected Pricing
The base 12GB/256GB Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to start at around €1,470, similar to the S25 Ultra’s launch price. Higher storage variants may see slight increases.
Samsung is likely to offer:
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Free storage upgrades
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Trade-in bonuses
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Pre-order incentives
