Overview
- ChosunBiz reports Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S26 lineup in late January 2026 with retail availability in February, countering recent delay rumors.
- The range is expected to comprise three phones — Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra — replacing the previously planned ultra‑thin Edge variant.
- Multiple outlets say the S26 and S26+ will use Samsung’s Exynos 2600 in many regions, while the S26 Ultra is tipped to run Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 globally.
- Leaked images and sketches point to design changes including a revived vertical camera island, rounder corners, and built‑in Qi2 magnetic alignment for wireless charging, though none are confirmed.
- Thickness claims now conflict as some leaks cite about 6.9mm for the base S26 while new CAD‑based reports put the S26 at roughly 7.24mm and the S26+ at about 7.35mm, and separate reporting warns the Ultra could be pricier due to a Snapdragon‑only build and higher component costs.