Here’s Our Best Look Yet at the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra

There’s already a lot we know about the Galaxy S26 series, which is expected to launch in February. So far, we’ve seen renders showcasing the phones’ design. But this may be the first time someone has shown what the Galaxy S26 Ultra looks like in real life.

Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Ultra dummy units appear as we inch closer to launch

Popular tipster Steve H. McFly aka OnLeaks (1, 2) has shared a video showing a Galaxy S26 Ultra dummy unit. This gives us a clearer idea of how the upcoming flagship will actually look in real life. The changes are immediately noticeable, and the design lines up with previously published renders. It’s not surprising, since those renders also came from the same source, who has a strong track record with leaks like this.

Alongside the hands-on video, OnLeaks also uploaded four new images showing both the Galaxy S26 Ultra and the base model (these are dummy units). They may not be functional devices, but they offer the closest look we are likely to get before the phones are officially announced. You can check out the images for yourself.

As for the design, the new camera island stands out, giving the phone a more structured look. This change has been rumored for some time, and nearly all reliable sources have pointed in the same direction. The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s corners also appear more rounded, bringing it closer in shape to its smaller sibling.

That said, there may still be details these dummy units cannot fully convey. Reports suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra could be larger and more rounded overall. It could also be lighter and thinner, differences that would only really be noticeable when placed next to the Galaxy S25 Ultra or when holding both phones side by side.

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