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Galaxy S26 Leak Points to One UI 8.5 Debut and Refined Design Ahead of Early 2026 Launch

Leaked firmware suggests Samsung will favor bigger sensors, wider optics, AI processing over megapixel jumps.

Overview

  • One UI 8.5 based on Android 16 is expected to ship on the Galaxy S26 lineup, with test builds already surfacing in firmware code.
  • 2D renders found in One UI 8.5 reference files align with prior leaks, showing fold-style circular camera cutouts and softer corners on the S26 Ultra.
  • Camera specs are tipped to mirror S25 megapixel counts, with reports of a larger main sensor and an f/1.4 aperture on the Ultra to improve low‑light performance.
  • Qualcomm’s next Snapdragon is expected to power most regions, with Exynos variants in select markets and ISP upgrades touted across both chipsets.
  • Rumors point to faster charging (up to 60W wired, 25W wireless) and an India price leak for a 12GB/256GB S26 Ultra at Rs 1,59,999, though neither is confirmed.