Galaxy S26 Design Leaks: iPhone 17 Inspiration?
- Recent leaks suggest Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup, anticipated for release in 2025, may incorporate design elements reminiscent of Apple's iPhone 17 series.
- The leaked images showcase three models: the Galaxy S26, S26 Edge, and S26 Ultra.
- Both the standard S26 and the S26 Ultra are expected to feature minor design refinements,including a small camera island surrounding the main lenses.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Design Leaks Hint at iPhone-Inspired Changes
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Unexpected Design Shift for Upcoming Galaxy S26 Series
Recent leaks suggest Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup, anticipated for release in 2025, may incorporate design elements reminiscent of Apple’s iPhone 17 series. Leaker Sonny Dickson,known for accurate reporting on Apple adn Samsung designs,shared images of purported dummy phones on X (formerly Twitter) on August 28,2024,sparking discussion about the potential changes.
Galaxy S26 Lineup: Models and Rumored Changes
The leaked images showcase three models: the Galaxy S26, S26 Edge, and S26 Ultra. Rumors indicate that Samsung may discontinue the “Plus” model, replacing it with a successor to this year’s Galaxy S25 Edge, known for its exceptionally thin design as reviewed by The Verge.
Both the standard S26 and the S26 Ultra are expected to feature minor design refinements,including a small camera island surrounding the main lenses. However,the S26 Edge stands out with a significantly different approach: a camera bump extending across the entire width of the phone.
The Unusual Camera bump Design
The full-width camera bump on the S26 Edge is a departure from typical smartphone camera module designs. This design choice is particularly noteworthy given the current trend towards more contained camera islands, as seen on recent Samsung devices and competitors. GSM Arena reports on the potential shift in Samsung’s model strategy.