This could be our first real-life look at the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Next year's Samsung Galaxy S26 series is going to be interesting. With rumors of Samsung keeping the "Plus" variant and ditching the Galaxy S26 Edge, a case maker might've given us the first look at the top-of-the-line Galaxy S26 Ultra.

As spotted by reliable leaker Tarun Vats, the image allegedly shows the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which is boasting the Galaxy S25 Ultra's design and Galaxy Z Fold7's camera bump. This goes in line with previous rumors that have suggested similar changes to the next year's flagship.

The device is shown in black, which could also be one of the color options for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The three main cameras are placed inside an island, with the remaining two and the LED flashlight resting separately. Apart from this, the cameras on the phone appear to be in the same position as this year's Galaxy S25 Ultra.

While this looks like something that Samsung has done to bring symmetry to its devices, the camera island also gives Samsung some more real estate for bigger camera sensor placement. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is going to feature more rounded corners similar to the likes of the latest iPhones and Google Pixel phones.

Earlier, it was also tipped that Samsung might increase the charging speed in the Galaxy S26 Ultra. It is said to feature the fastest charging speed in Samsung's history. Rumors also suggest that the battery inside the Galaxy S26 Ultra will be bigger than that of the S25 Ultra, which features a 5,000 mAh battery.

There are also reports suggesting that Samsung could bring back the variable aperture feature, which it introduced with the Galaxy S9 and S9+, with the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Based on current rumors, the Galaxy S26 Ultra appears to be an exciting upgrade, with a thin profile, a bigger battery, and better cameras.