Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Ultra: Hands-on with detailed dummies in two colors – NotebookCheck.net News
2026 is just around the corner, as is the official debut of Samsung’s new flagship phones. The Galaxy S26 series will likely arrive a bit later compared to the Galaxy S25, but Samsung’s plans are not a secret anymore, for the most part. Nonetheless, new hands-on images and a video of two very detailed Galaxy S26 (Ultra) units are arguably worth a look.
Alexander Fagot (translated by Enrico Frahn), Published 🇩🇪
It’s probably going to take about two more months before the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra become available, since Samsung apparently decided to scrap the Galaxy S26 Edge and keep the Galaxy S26 Plus in its lineup. Therefore, it’s already known what smartphone buyers can expect from Samsung’s flagship series in 2026. Aside from details such as the thickness of the Galaxy S26 base model, which is still a hotly debated topic among insiders, the general design is already known thanks to leaked CAD models and dummies.
In addition, the French leaker Steve Hemmerstoffer aka OnLeaks has just published pictures of two Galaxy S26 models. Compared to earlier dummies, these latest ones appear significantly more detailed. We also get an impression of the compact Galaxy S26 model and the Galaxy S26 Ultra in silver and a very dark black. A look at the bottom reveals the more rounded design, which will also apply to the integrated S-Pen, whose cap is now rounded on one side.
When it comes to the rear cameras, we see another design change compared to the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Ultra (from $1,049 on Amazon). The larger cameras on the upper left side sit in a single large camera bump instead of three separate lenses with thick rings, which is a camera design that’s similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7. These phones are likely nonfunctional dummies and are commonly used by accessory manufacturers and by leakers. Earlier today, another leaker has also commented on the purported upgrades to the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra camera.
A short hands-on video of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has been shared on X and shows the front as well as sides of the flagship phones.
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Editor of the original article: Alexander Fagot – Managing Editor News – 11223 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2016
As a young tech enthusiast with a history involving assembling and overclocking projects, I ended up working as a projectionist with good old 35-mm films before I entered the computer world at a professional level. I assisted customers at an Austrian IT service provider called Iphos IT Solutions for seven years, working as a Windows client and server administrator as well as a project manager. As a freelancer who travels a lot, I have been able to write for Notebookcheck from all corners of the world since 2016. My articles cover brand-new mobile technologies in smartphones, laptops, and gadgets of all kinds.
Translator: Enrico Frahn – Managing Editor Accessory Reviews, Tech Writer – 5989 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2021
My fascination for technology goes back a long way to the Pentium II era. Modding, overclocking and treasuring computer hardware has since become an integral part of my life. As a student, I further developed a keen interest in mobile technologies that can make the stressful college life so much easier. After I fell in love with the creation of digital content while working in a marketing position, I now scour the web to bring you the most exciting topics in the world of tech. Outside the office, I’m particularly passionate about motorsports and mountain biking.
Alexander Fagot, 2025-12-30 (Update: 2025-12-30)
