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Keen observers have known for months now that Samsung will exclusively increase the charging speed to 60 watts for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the first time in years. Whether this will actually translate into shorter charging times in practice has been revealed by a purportedly official test result from Samsung's labs. We also take a look at early Galaxy S26 accessories.

Reports on the Galaxy S27 Ultra's cameras have been conflicting but the latest of them could excite fans of the lineup more than ever before, with the flagship phone said to be in line for massive upgrades to its camera system.

In Indonesia, a very early Samsung teaser for the upcoming Galaxy camera flagship has just been discovered on Instagram, revealing not only the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor in the international model but also the names of the four planned color options. Meanwhile, an eyewitness has confirmed the new and, in his opinion, improved camera design.

Initiating a bank transfer on the subway without being disturbed or sharing private photos without nearby passengers seeing everything sounds like a very practical feature for prospective Galaxy S26 Ultra users. This feature has now been shown in action for the first time in the form of an official animation that was discovered in one of Samsung’s stock apps.

Facing stiff pricing pressure from the iPhone 17 series, Samsung is reportedly moving away from increasing the price of the Galaxy S26 series. Additionally, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 are also said to cost the same as the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, respectively.

There's always a color that manufacturers veer towards in a year, launching several of their products in the same or similar hue. For 2025, Blue seems to have been that color as several brands including Google, OnePlus, Motorola, Samsung, and Xiaomi launched at least one blue phone.

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) dummy units are arguably worth a look.

The new year is approaching quickly, which usually means that the launch of the next Samsung flagships is just around the corner. However, an increasing number of reports now point to significant delays regarding the launch and availability of the Galaxy S26 series, which might not become widely available until after the Mobile World Congress.

The Exynos 2600 has been officially unveiled and is set to be the best processor for modern smartphones – at least in theory. Samsung has explicitly addressed many of the criticisms of its predecessor, such as poor efficiency, thermal management, camera image quality, and performance. As the world’s first 2nm chip, it is expected to debut with the Galaxy S26 generation.

X leaker Abhishek Yadav has learned Samsung plans to push out its mid-range Galaxy A series in February. They could be unveiled before the Galaxy S26 trio, which is tipped for a late-February 2026 reveal.

A new report from Digitimes says Samsung might use the Exynos 2600 only in its home turf. The decision is likely driven by low yields and contractual obligations with Qualcomm.

Rather bland render images of the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra have now appeared in a beta version of One UI 8.5. Additionally, Samsung is finally expected to catch up with Apple and Google by equipping the Galaxy S26 series with integrated magnets for full Qi2 compatibility.

Another major memory and SSD storage maker has bad news for consumers. The Crucial brand is being sacrificed on the altar of AI profits after three decades in existence.

Samsung has now confirmed its plans to launch the Exynos 2600 soon. The chipset will arrive as a successor to the lackluster Exynos 2500 but could be Samsung's first competitive flagship chipset in years, and is expected to feature on the Galaxy S26 series.

The official wallpapers for the Galaxy S26 Ultra have apparently been spotted in One UI 8.5. These images share the possible color options of the upcoming Samsung flagship phone, and there could be six of them.

Samsung is expected to earn up to $69 billion of operating profit in 2026, riding high on exorbitant AI and graphics memory chip prices. Its own consumer electronics departments, however, are suffering in the process.

Many details about the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Galaxy S26 Plus and compact Galaxy S26 are already known at this point, so it is time to compare them with their predecessors. A leaker is sending a clear message to Samsung fans around the world, because the upgrades will probably not be major in most cases.

Tim Cook as a Samsung fanboy? A viral clip shows the Apple CEO with a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, mocking "BugOS". While a deepfake, the short video is nevertheless generating widespread laughs and amazement at ever-improving AI technology.

Earlier reports claimed Samsung could be preparing the Galaxy S27 Ultra to launch with a new 200 MP sensor from Sony. That sensor has now been released but new information indicates Samsung's future flagship will not be an adopter.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series has leaked so much that there is practically not a single aspect of the Galaxy S26 phones that we don't know about. Adding to this ever-increasing pile, Ice Universe has now leaked the Peak Brightness of the Galaxy S26 series, and it might disappoint some fans.

It seems the European versions of the Galaxy 26 and Galaxy S26+ will feature an Exynos chip, like their predecessors. However, this processor could prove more compelling than previous Exynos offerings when it debuts in 2026, especially given that Samsung may beat TSMC to launching the world’s first 2nm chip. Nonetheless, the performance and efficiency figures provided by Samsung appear remarkably humble at first glance.

A new Galaxy S26 leak by Ice Universe has revealed the exact weight and thickness of the Galaxy S26 phones and compared the numbers to the respective iPhone 17 models. It appears that all three Galaxy S26 phones will be lighter and thinner than the iPhone 17 series.

The Galaxy S26 series is expected to arrive in a couple of months. However, despite multiple reports of upgraded specs and features, a leak has revealed the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus will not receive a wired charging boost.

The Galaxy S26 specs are becoming clearer by the day, thanks to almost daily new leaks. After confirming the new 3X Telephoto camera, Ice Universe has now revealed that the Galaxy S26 phones will feature the fastest LPDDR5X memory on the planet.

After six long years, the wireless charging speed of all three Galaxy S26 flagship phones will finally receive a substantial upgrade, according to a report from South Korea. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is said to benefit even more from the upgrade than the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+.

Prolific leaker Ice Universe has doubled down on their previous assertion that Samsung is going to change the 3x Telephoto sensor on the Galaxy S26 series. The proposed shift from a 12 MP Sony sensor to a 12 MP ISOCELL sensor will bring all three devies, the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and the S26 Ultra, in alignment.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra will be the only model in the series to use the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, according to a new leak. The base and Plus models will reportedly feature the Exynos 2600, confirming a return to Samsung's dual-chip strategy. Plus, the latest report supports the previously leaked launch timeframe.

A fresh leak confirms Samsung is preparing a significant design shift for the Galaxy S26. The next flagship will feature a noticeably slimmer profile and a return to a vertical camera island, breaking away from recent models.

The Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra could come with an improved facial recognition system instead of the typical IR sensors. It is said to be more secure and work in all kinds of lighting conditions.

Unrealistic rumors and leaks continue to circulate about the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which will supposedly have Samsung's best camera yet starting at the end of February 2026. Current information from a reliable leaker indicates what will likely be the biggest upgrade in the Galaxy S26 generation and why a larger 3x telephoto lens is unrealistic.

A Samsung Senior Vice President has given us our first hint at the thermal management of the Exynos 2600. Through the use of a Heat Pass Block, Samsung has apparently reduced the temperature of the Exynos 2600 by quite a large margin.

Reality check: After a somewhat imaginative leaker raised high hopes for major camera changes in the Galaxy S26 Ultra a few days ago, early debug tests reveal what is probably a more realistic "upgrade" that Samsung has planned for the successor to the Galaxy S25 Ultra. At least charging tests indicate noticeable improvements in fast charging. (Update: New camera app features such as 24 MP photos will be standard, like on the iPhone 17.)

One of the first accessories for all three Galaxy S26 models offers a glimpse into the design of Samsung's three flagship phones of 2026, particularly regarding the shape and size of their displays. The Galaxy S26 Ultra's front design closely resembles that of its two siblings.

Industry reports confirm the Samsung Galaxy S26 Unpacked event is set for February 25 in San Francisco. The company plans to use the global AI hub location to showcase the devices as the start of the AI smartphone era.

A fresh leak for the Samsung Galaxy S26 brings an early look at key hardware upgrades coming in 2026. Beyond the expected new processors and improved displays, the devices are said to get some important camera upgrades, with the bigger 3x telephoto sensors being the star of the show.

Was the Galaxy S25 Edge not thin enough? Following the end of plans for the Galaxy S26 Edge, the latest rumors now suggest an even thinner Galaxy S26 flagship being developed under the code name "More Slim". So, there is still some hope for the few fans of ultra-thin smartphones.

Samsung officially commented on the successors to the Galaxy S25 generation for the first time during its recent earnings call and the announcement of its Q3 2025 results. Accordingly, fans can look forward to many new features, including new AI capabilities.

Samsung's next-gen flagship chipset, the Exynos 2600, has surfaced on Geekbench yet again. The SOC is expected to be present in the Galaxy S26 lineup next year, and appears to deliver CPU performance on par with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.

A questionable source previously claimed the next Galaxy Unpacked event would take place in March rather than January 2026. Meanwhile, a growing number of reports suggest a significantly delayed launch for the Galaxy S26 – and well-founded reasons have emerged for this.

A new leak has hinted at a confirmed delay for the Galaxy S26 series. Since Samsung has not shared a timeline for the announcement and the leak does not share a new window either, take this with a grain of salt.

It has been reported that Samsung is planning on going back to its original naming convention for the Galaxy S26 series. The information comes from a known leaker but does not cite any sources.

Expectations were high for Samsung's Exynos 2600 chip, but new benchmark data suggests possible pitfalls. Recent Geekbench scores reveal a surprising performance drop, positioning the next-gen processor even below its current rivals. A notable tweak to the CPU frequencies opens the door to potential thermal or efficiency issues.

A new rumour predicts the Exynos 2600 will come with a potent GPU and NPU. Apparently, the latter will be up to six times faster than Apple's A16 Pro. Plus, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will use an Exynos 2600 in at least one region.

The Galaxy S25 FE is the cheapest Galaxy S model to date and proves to be a solid device in our review. However, its price is currently a bit of a hindrance. However, those willing to wait could snap up a real bargain.

Almost every year, there are rumors of delays leading up to the first Galaxy Unpacked event of the new year, but this year, the launch date for the Galaxy S26 series is said to have been pushed back significantly. If current rumors prove true, the new Samsung flagships may not launch until March, although there are good reasons to doubt these rumors.

A new leak has now revealed key details of Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S26 Pro. Things look grim on the camera end, however, as it appears the phone could sport sensors four generations old at least.

A new report suggests that Samsung is making major changes to its Galaxy lineup ahead of the S26 launch. Internal discussions reportedly point to a quiet restructuring of the company’s premium smartphone portfolio.

Optically, there is hardly any difference between the two new Galaxy S models, but there is all the more difference in terms of features and performance. The Galaxy S25 FE cuts corners in favor of a lower price and so could be the more interesting smartphone for buyers.

Samsung fans in Europe will once again have the opportunity to try out an Exynos chipset with the Galaxy S26 family, expected in January 2026 and likely consisting of at least the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The rumors surrounding the Exynos 2600 in a Galaxy S26 model have now been confirmed in a media report.