The Galaxy S26 Ultra, expected in early 2026, could mark a real turning point for Samsung.
Samsung. a redesigned internal structure, the upcoming models promise longer battery life and a lighter body, without sacrificing power. With these changes, the company intends to compete even more seriously with its Chinese competitors and win over users looking for a stylish and high-performance smartphone.
With the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung is finally addressing a problem that users have been criticizing for four years. According to a leak relayed by Android Headlines, the brand will improve two key points: the selfie camera and the 3x zoom camera.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra finally features an improved selfie camera and 3x zoom.
Since the Galaxy S21 Ultra, Samsung has not changed its 3x camera sensor. It was a 10 MP module that many considered insufficient, especially compared to the competition. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature a 12 MP sensor, promising better optical performance and more detailed images. At the same time, the front camera will also be improved, although its precise specifications remain unknown. Samsung is reportedly aiming for better quality for portraits and video calls, a point often overlooked in previous generations.
In addition to these new features, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will retain its impressive 200 MP main sensor, accompanied by a 50 MP ultra-wide-angle lens and a 50 MP 5x periscopic telephoto lens. It will also adopt a new laser sensor for faster autofocus, according to Android Headlines.
In terms of performance, it will be equipped with a 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 processor, a 20% larger vapor chamber for better heat management, and 16 GB of RAM on all models. Finally, the removal of the decorative rings around the rear cameras will make the design more streamlined. Samsung seems to be aiming to offer a more refined product without completely revolutionizing its formula. The Galaxy S26 Ultra could thus correct a series of accumulated errors and restore confidence to loyal users.
