Overview
- Multiple outlets citing The Elec report that the standard Galaxy S26 and S26+ will reuse the Galaxy S25’s 50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 10MP 3x telephoto cameras.
- The decision is reportedly driven by higher component costs and a push to keep pricing aligned with Apple’s unchanged iPhone 17 entry point.
- Only the Galaxy S26 Ultra is said to be entering mass production in December, with the S26 and S26+ expected to begin manufacturing in early 2026 after internal redesigns.
- The series unveiling is now widely tipped for late January or February 2026 rather than January, according to the latest reporting.
- Ahead of the new launch, retailers in India are discounting Galaxy S25 models, including an Amazon offer that brings the S25 Ultra’s effective price to roughly Rs 1,03,781 with bank promotions.