Key Takeaways
1. The Galaxy S26 features a new camera housing design and weighs 167 grams, slightly heavier than the S25.
2. It is powered by the Exynos 2600 processor, with options for up to 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of non-expandable internal storage.
3. The display is a 6.3-inch FHD+ dynamic AMOLED 2X with a 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate, and the battery capacity has increased to 4,300 mAh.
4. The camera setup includes a 50 MP main camera, a 12 MP ultrawide, and a 10 MP telephoto lens, along with a 12 MP front camera, all running on Android 16 with One UI 8.5.
5. Pre-orders for the Galaxy S26 start at €999, with open sales beginning on March 11th, available in four colors: sky blue, black, white, and cobalt violet.
Samsung has just revealed the Galaxy S26, the direct upgrade to the S25, which is currently available on Amazon for $432.43. At the recent Galaxy Unpacked event, the company also announced the Galaxy S26+ and the Galaxy S26 Ultra. We’ve already discussed these models; you can find more details about them in our previous coverage.
Changes in Design
The Galaxy S26 shows some subtle design tweaks. Notably, it now features a camera housing, which was not present in the previous model. Additionally, this new phone weighs a bit more than the S25. To be exact, the S26 comes in at approximately 167 grams (0.36 lbs), compared to the S25’s weight of 162 grams (0.32 lbs). However, the thickness remains the same at 7.2 mm (0.28 inches).
Performance and Display
Inside, the device is driven by Samsung’s Exynos 2600 processor, which can be paired with as much as 12 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage, though there is no option for expanding the storage. The display is a 6.3-inch FHD+ dynamic AMOLED 2X screen that supports a 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate. Notably, the battery is larger than its predecessor, now at 4,300 mAh, up from 4,000 mAh. It also supports 25 W wired charging and 15 W wireless charging.
Camera and Software Features
The camera configuration remains the same, featuring a triple rear setup that includes a 50 MP main camera with OIS, a 12 MP ultrawide camera, and a 10 MP telephoto lens that offers 3x optical zoom. For selfies and video calls, there’s a 12 MP front camera. It operates on Android 16 with One UI 8.5 right out of the box. Additionally, Samsung has promised seven major OS updates (up to Android 23) and seven years of security updates for this compact flagship model.
Customers eager to buy can pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 through Samsung’s official website for a price of €999. The open sale is set to start on March 11th. The S26 will be offered in four different color choices: sky blue, black, white, and cobalt violet.
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