Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Cobalt Violet Design And Core Specs Revealed

Monday, 02 February 2026 at 11:04

Honestly, the "Ultra" series has felt a bit boxy for years, hasn't it? Well, if the latest leaks from Evan Blass are anything to go by, Samsung is finally ready to soften those edges. A fresh marketing poster just hit the web, showcasing the Galaxy S26 Ultra in a shade they’re calling Cobalt Violet. It’s not that light, flowery lavender we've seen before; this is a moody, deep purple that looks absolutely premium in the leaked renders.

Key Points

Official Leak: An official marketing poster shared by Evan Blass confirms the Cobalt Violet hero color.
Design Shift: The device moves to a unified camera island and more rounded corners for better ergonomics.
Powerhouse Specs: Expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and up to 16GB of RAM.
Display Tech: A 6.9-inch M14 OLED panel is rumored to offer superior efficiency and extreme brightness.
Charging Upgrade: Leaks suggest a jump to 60W wired charging, finally improving Samsung’s charging speeds.

The Big Design Pivot

The thing that really catches your eye (once you stop staring at the purple) is the back. Samsung finally stopped doing that "floating lens" thing where every camera just sticks out on its own. Now? There’s a proper camera island. It looks a lot like what they did with the Z Fold7, which—honestly—is a good call for keeping things looking organized. Also, the corners! They aren’t those sharp, pocket-stabbing points anymore. They’ve rounded them off just enough to make it comfortable to hold, but it still keeps that "Ultra" stature.

What’s Really Under the Hood?

Specs-wise, it’s exactly what you’d expect from a 2026 powerhouse, but with a few "finally" moments.

The Brain: It’s running the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. Word on the street is this chip is a beast for efficiency, so hopefully, the phone won't get toasty when you’re multitasking.
The Charging: This is the big one. 60W wired charging. We’ve been stuck at 45W for what feels like a decade, so seeing Samsung finally pick up the pace is a relief.
The Camera: 200MP main sensor, but with a wider f/1.4 aperture. In normal person terms: your midnight photos won’t look like a grainy mess.

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The S Pen is still there, tucked into its little garage. In the poster, it’s black, which creates a cool contrast against the violet. It’s funny because there were rumors they’d ditch the pen for more battery, but nope—the stylus lives to fight another day.