Galaxy S26 leak reveals slimmer frame and fresh design ahead of launch

Samsung
Saturday, 08 November 2025 at 18:22
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A new image leak has given us a close look at Samsung’s next big flagship. The Galaxy S26 is now taking shape, and it looks even thinner than last year’s model. The photo comes from well-known leaker Phoneart (UniverseIce), who shared a CAD render showing the device’s sleek profile.
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Slimmer and lighter

The upcoming S26 is said to be just 6.9mm thick, down from the Galaxy S25’s 7.2mm. It may not sound like much, but the difference is clear when seen from the side. Samsung seems focused on shaving every bit of extra weight while keeping the same solid feel.
The back still carries a clean, triple-camera setup stacked vertically, with the LED flash sitting just next to it. Nothing flashy here — just refined lines and a flat frame. The display is slightly larger too, now 6.3 inches, and rumors say it could match the resolution of the Ultra model.

What’s inside

Performance details remain a mystery. Some reports mention new chips and updated AI hardware, while others suggest most big camera upgrades will stay exclusive to the S26 Ultra. Still, early talk hints that One UI 8.5 and Android 16 will come preinstalled out of the box.
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The familiar Edge version is gone this time. Samsung has apparently decided to simplify the lineup again, focusing on the standard, Plus, and Ultra variants.

Launch timeline

If Samsung sticks to its regular schedule, the Galaxy Unpacked event should happen around February 25, 2026. Preorders would likely follow within days, and official sales could kick off in early March.
The Galaxy S26 family will be the face of Samsung’s 2026 lineup — thinner, cleaner, and still unmistakably Galaxy. For now, that leaked CAD image offers the best look yet at what’s coming.

Key points

  1. Slimmest Galaxy yet: The S26 measures just 6.9mm, thinner than the S25’s 7.2mm frame.
  2. Larger screen: Now features a 6.3-inch display, with higher resolution expected.
  3. Flat, minimal design: Three cameras arranged vertically, LED flash beside — no curved edges.
  4. Simplified lineup: Samsung drops the Edge version, focusing on base, Plus, and Ultra.
  5. Launch window: Galaxy Unpacked 2026 likely set for February 25, sales starting early March.
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