Samsung Galaxy S26 launch and price details leaked online
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 series could launch as early as 2026, with leaks suggesting the company is holding off on major camera upgrades to keep the price unexpectedly stable.
It seems like Samsung’s next flagship lineup is getting closer to launch, and fresh leaks indicate that the Galaxy S26 series may arrive sooner than expected, but with a twist that many buyers won’t see coming. While the phone is likely to follow Samsung’s usual three-model structure, a new report suggests that the company has quietly reversed its camera upgrade plans to keep overall pricing under control. If true, this could make the Galaxy S26 one of Samsung’s most cost-conscious flagship updates in recent years, even if it may disappoint users hoping for a hardware improvement.
Samsung Galaxy S26 launch and price details leaked online
The latest information comes from Korean publication The Elec, which claims that Samsung has decided to stick with the same camera setup used on the Galaxy S25. Rising component costs reportedly prompted the company to scale back earlier plans for the new sensor. Instead, Samsung is said to have prioritized stability in retail pricing, something that became more important when Apple kept the starting price of the base iPhone 17 unchanged despite adding features like a 120Hz display and higher entry-level storage. According to the report, Samsung appears to have taken note of this and adjusted its strategy accordingly. To recall, Samsung Galaxy S25 was launched in India at Rs 80,999 for the base 128GB storage model. The Galaxy S25+ (256GB) was made available for Rs 99,999, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra (256GB) was made available for Rs 1,29,999 online.
If these details are correct, the Galaxy S26 will likely come with a familiar 50-megapixel primary camera, a 12-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 10-megapixel 3x optical zoom telephoto sensor. Even the 12-megapixel front camera is expected to arrive unchanged. That means any advances in cameras this year may be driven almost entirely by software refinements and the upcoming Exynos 2600 chipset rather than extensive hardware upgrades. Interestingly, the last-minute change in plans has reportedly caused internal delays in Samsung’s production cycle.
The report says that Samsung will continue with the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra as its standard trio. The Ultra version is still expected to enter mass production first, while the other two models may go into mass production as early as next year. This changed schedule is believed to be one of the reasons why Samsung may push the global launch to February 2026 instead of the usual January window. But industry discussions now suggest that the official unveiling could still happen in the “next few weeks”, depending on how quickly the revised timeline is stabilised.
While camera upgrades may be limited this year, Samsung is preparing to take a big step forward on the accessories front. A separate report from WinFuture claims that the company is planning an extensive lineup of Qi2-friendly cases and chargers for the Galaxy S26 series. Qi2, which uses magnets for secure charging and accessory attachment, appears to be a major focus area for Samsung now.
The leak mentions that almost all official Galaxy S26 cases will come with integrated magnets. These include the Magnetic Silicone Cover for all models, the Magnetic Carbon Case for the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus, and a range of clear and strong clear magnetic cases. There is also talk of a magnetic dual-ring holder, although its exact purpose is secret.
Charging speeds may also vary within the lineup. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to support up to 25W wireless charging, while the standard and Plus models may be closer to 20W. Samsung is also said to be developing a 5,000mAh magnetic wireless battery pack with Qi2 support and a new 25W magnetic wireless charger, reportedly listed as model EP-P2900.
On the safety side, Samsung is expected to introduce anti-reflective screen films for all models. The top-end Galaxy S26 Ultra is likely to get a more premium treatment with anti-reflective Gorilla Armor Glass, the same material that has become a highlight in recent Galaxy Ultra devices. As always, the S Pen with Bluetooth support is expected to remain an optional accessory for the Ultra model.
