Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Ultra: Hands-on with detailed dummies in two colors

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.