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Galaxy S26 Leaks Point to Fold-Style Camera Island and Late-February Debut

Tipsters say Samsung is prioritizing software tuning and lens coatings over new sensors to refine camera performance.

Overview

  • Rumors place the next Galaxy Unpacked on February 25 in San Francisco with retail sales likely in March, though Samsung has not confirmed the timeline.
  • New dummy‑unit images from OnLeaks show a unified, raised camera island reminiscent of recent Fold models, with an overall design that closely tracks the S25 series.
  • Ice Universe and other reports indicate reduced lens flare via updated coatings, better skin‑tone processing, and possibly wider apertures rather than a wholesale sensor change.
  • Coverage cites last‑minute lineup adjustments as a key factor in shifting the launch from Samsung’s typical January window.
  • Multiple reports expect a regional chipset split between Samsung’s Exynos 2600 and Qualcomm’s next flagship, while pricing remains unconfirmed with some suggesting a modest increase over S25.