Multiple reports indicate that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has more generously curved corners than its predecessor, the S25 Ultra. The rear camera setup consists of four lenses: three arranged in a vertical column, with the fourth lens, a laser focus sensor, and flash placed in a separate column. The left camera column sits on a raised panel to maintain focal lengths while keeping the main body thin. At 7.9mm thick, the S26 Ultra is the thinnest Ultra model to date, down from 8.2mm last year.
The device lacks a ring of magnets for Qi 2 wireless charging snap-on compatibility, according to multiple reports. Samsung has increased wireless charging speeds, though the exact speed has not been disclosed. The company has not explained the absence of the magnet ring, but it has been suggested that the S Pen and magnets would interfere with each other. The S26 Ultra also features an improved vapour cooling chamber, though specific details about the improvements remain unknown.
Main colourways for the S26 Ultra include black, white, sky blue, and cobalt violet, with pink gold and silver shadow available as online exclusives. Galaxy AI features have been enhanced, including live translation of phone calls and Now Brief proactive suggestions. The exact battery capacity, price, and release date have not been confirmed.