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Mint
2 days ago
- Mint
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could get thinner bezels, bigger screen without growing in size
Samsung's next flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, is already drawing attention months ahead of its anticipated debut, with fresh leaks hinting at notable upgrades, particularly in the display department. Building on the enhancements seen in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which launched earlier this year, the upcoming model is rumoured to push screen boundaries even further. According to renowned tipster Ice Universe, the Galaxy S26 Ultra could feature a 6.89-inch display, a modest yet meaningful increase from the 6.86-inch panel found on the current Galaxy S25 Ultra. Interestingly, despite the bump in display size, the device's body is expected to retain its 77.6mm width. This suggests that Samsung may be shaving down the bezels further, potentially offering a more immersive viewing experience. The tipster estimates that the bezels on the S26 Ultra could measure just 1.15mm, compared to the 1.2mm bezels on its predecessor, making it among the slimmest in the Galaxy S series lineup to date. Beyond display enhancements, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is also expected to come with significant camera and performance upgrades. Previous reports indicate that Samsung might switch to a new 200MP Sony CMOS sensor, sized at 1/1.1 inches, for the main camera. This would replace the 1/1.3-inch sensor used in the Galaxy S25 Ultra, marking a possible departure from Samsung's in-house sensor technology. The camera setup is also tipped to include an upgraded laser autofocus module, potentially improving focus accuracy and working in tandem with the next-gen ProVisual Engine for enhanced image processing. Under the hood, the handset is likely to be powered by a custom Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 "Elite 2 for Galaxy" chipset, paired with up to 16GB of RAM. It is also expected to carry an IP68 rating, offering resistance to water and dust. While Samsung has yet to officially confirm any details, the leaks suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra is shaping up to be a refined flagship with iterative yet impactful improvements in display, camera technology and processing power.
Android Authority
4 days ago
- Android Authority
After 6 months, I'm still not over Samsung's lazy Galaxy S25 launch
Back in January, when Samsung launched the three main phones in the Galaxy S25 series, I wasn't shy with my criticism. I openly wondered why the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus even exist, and pointed out how the Galaxy S25 Ultra is such a nominal upgrade over the Galaxy S24 Ultra that it's a wonder Samsung didn't drop the price. Surprisingly, at the time, Samsung teased that a significant part of the Galaxy S25 family was yet to come: an ultra-thin, ultra-lightweight phone called the Galaxy S25 Edge. This piqued my interest, as I thought it might be the one upgrade that really elevates the series from ho-hum to amazing. However, it's no secret that the Galaxy S25 Edge has landed with a thud. The company has reportedly seen sales nosedive much earlier than expected. Even die-hard Samsung fans have seemingly already forgotten about it, judging by online discourse and Android Authority's traffic stats on the topic, both here and on YouTube. People just don't care about a thin and light phone if it lacks the necessary features to make it tangibly good at being, well…a phone. This leaves me back where I started. It's been six months since the original Galaxy S25 launch event, and I still think that this is one of the laziest and most uninteresting flagship families Samsung has ever released. How did Samsung do this year with the Galaxy S25 series? 0 votes Samsung killed it in 2025! NaN % Eh, the phones are fine. NaN % The Galaxy S25 series is bad. NaN % I don't know/don't care. NaN % Samsung, you can't just repackage things forever Lanh Nguyen / Android Authority There has been plenty of backlash against my comments on how the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus seem completely trivial and inessential. The first, and most prominent one, comes from Americans, and it centers on the idea that carrier subsidies, trade-in values, and other discount opportunities make the two phones more attractive over other Galaxy S phones, chiefly because of the processor upgrade to the Snapdragon 8 Elite. The second rebuttal, which comes from mostly non-Americans, is that the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S24 Plus having an Exynos processor in most areas of the world makes the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus worthy of existing, thanks to the superiority of Qualcomm silicon. While these are sound and accurate arguments, they both hinge on the idea that slapping a new chipset into a carbon copy of last year's phone is a fine strategy for Samsung to adopt. I'm sorry, but I just can't handle that. From a smartphone fan's perspective, rehashing the same phone with a slightly better processor is so lazy that it borders on insulting. From an environmentalist perspective, it reeks of irresponsibility towards our e-waste crisis. And from a brand loyalty perspective, it must make at least some Samsung fans feel like jumping ship to any number of more innovative competitors. The three main Galaxy S25 phones are good, but they are barely advancements over the last three years of Galaxy S devices. Even the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which does feature at least a few upgrades over the Galaxy S24 Ultra, left me extremely underwhelmed. The fact that Samsung nerfed the S-Pen by removing Bluetooth connectivity and kept the ludicrous $1,300 price tag for an iterative upgrade over last year's model just left a bad taste in my mouth, too. The worst part about this, though, is that this is not a one-off issue. It's not like Samsung has been killing it over the past few years, and these 2025 smartphones are just the anomaly. The Galaxy S25 series is so close to even the Galaxy S22 series that the only real reason to choose one over the other is the processor. One year of iteration is totally fine, and even two years is acceptable. But three years of repackaging the same thing? Samsung can't get away with that forever. The Galaxy S25 Edge is a masterclass in missing an opportunity Ryan Haines / Android Authority In 2024, I wrote an article about a hypothetical Samsung Galaxy S25 Pro (I made a video about it, too). The Galaxy S25 Pro, in my imagination, was a direct competitor to the Pixel 9 Pro, in that it was more compact than a Galaxy S25 Ultra but carried over most of the important specs and features. Obviously, Samsung didn't get around to actually launching a Galaxy S25 Pro, but when I first heard about the Galaxy S25 Edge, I thought it might scratch that itch. Unfortunately, the Galaxy S25 Edge dropped the ball on so many levels. It's thinner and lighter than any other Galaxy phone, but it's not smaller. It's still difficult to use one-handed, and it still takes up plenty of pocket real estate. Likewise, the specs Samsung decided to leave behind from other Galaxy S phones were confusing. Who really wants an $1,100 phone with a small battery, slow charging, and no telephoto lens? Samsung seemed to bank big on the Galaxy S25 Edge wowing the crowd — but almost everyone just shrugged in response. Even from a design language perspective, the Galaxy S25 Edge makes no sense. Why did Samsung redesign the camera lenses on the Galaxy S25 series to make them more uniform across the Galaxy S and Galaxy Z lines and then, just months later, abandon those design elements for the Galaxy S25 Edge? It's a minor thing, but it just adds to the pile of confounding decisions made with this phone. As mentioned earlier, the Edge has fallen flat with most Samsung fans. Yes, there are some folks out there who absolutely love it — just check out the comments on my YouTube video going over its announcement. But the overwhelming response to Samsung's creation appears to be, 'No thanks.' What was supposed to be something that injected some much-needed originality into the Galaxy S25 family just ended up dragging it down even further. The Galaxy S26 series better be a banger Joe Maring / Android Authority As I'm writing this, I can already see the comments section filling up with people saying that I clearly hate Samsung phones. They'll say that I don't have an objective viewpoint on this year's launch because I came in with my mind already made up. Although me saying this likely won't prevent it, please understand that this is not true. I really like Samsung. In fact, for well over a year, my daily driver was a Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, which is still, to this day, my favorite Samsung phone ever. One of the reasons I left Samsung behind is because of this trajectory it's been on. The company just seems wholly dispassionate about its products, and it's failing to deliver anything innovative anymore. I'm not expecting a reinvention of the wheel every year — there's a lot to be said about brand consistency and stability — but I am expecting something to get excited about. For me to get passionate about a phone, it takes much more than knowing in my logical brain that it has better performance than last year. It needs to have something that no other phones have, and it needs to look and feel unique. The Galaxy S25 series simply doesn't do any of these things. C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Of course, Samsung phoning it in (forgive the pun) hasn't seemed to hurt its bottom line. According to the company itself, Galaxy S25 series sales have been 'strong,' and Hana Securities posits that Samsung has sold over 9 million units — and that was at the beginning of May. If this number is accurate, adjusting for differences in launch dates, the Galaxy S25 series is likely selling as well as the Galaxy S24 series. I am not a Samsung hater, even if it seems like it. I say these things because I want Samsung to succeed — and this is not the way to do that. Regardless, I really hope Samsung ups its game in 2026 with the inevitable Galaxy S26 series. The Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus need better cameras and a fresh design update. The Galaxy S26 Ultra needs a design refresh as well, and it needs to offer something new to justify its exorbitant price tag (which could be even higher in 2026 thanks to the tariff situation). Samsung needs to do this not just to impress nitpickers like me, but to stay relevant in the market. Here in the United States, Samsung commands the Android market. You're either an iPhone person or a Samsung person, and there are still people here who call any non-iPhone they see a 'Galaxy.' That's a great position for Samsung to be in, but it can't rest on its laurels. Apple is only gobbling up more market share, and Android enthusiasts — the backbone of Samsung's standing worldwide — are starting to notice that Google, Motorola, OnePlus, OPPO, HONOR, and other brands are delivering innovative, beautiful, and useful products that far outshine anything Samsung is doing. Samsung has a grace period in which it can coast on its reputation alone — but that window is closing fast, and 2026 might be the deadline.
India Today
12-07-2025
- India Today
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra camera details leaked
Samsung fans may be in for a significant change as the tech giant is reportedly considering a shift away from its traditional camera sensor supplier for its upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. A recent leak suggests that Samsung might opt for a 200-megapixel Sony sensor, departing from its usual reliance on its own ISOCELL sensors used in previous Ultra models. This potential change could indicate a new direction in the company's mobile photography strategy, as reported by a tipster on the Chinese platform tipster, known as Fixed Focus Digital, shared that the Sony sensor is not just any camera component but a 200-megapixel powerhouse with a 1/1.1-inch sensor size. This is a substantial increase from the 1/1.3-inch sensor currently utilised in Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra. Such an increase in sensor size could significantly enhance light capture, resulting in better detail and dynamic range, crucial factors in smartphone the realm of smartphone sensors, achieving a near-1-inch sensor is rare, typically reserved for premium devices from brands like Xiaomi and Vivo, which generally do not exceed 50-megapixel. The integration of Sony's advanced sensor technology, known for its excellence, could offer Samsung an opportunity to advance its image quality capabilities beyond its current limits. Larger sensors generally translate to improved low-light performance, richer colours, and sharper details. These enhancements are not only crucial for professional-grade photography but also for everyday users seeking superior photo quality. Additionally, the increased data captured by the larger sensor could be further enhanced by AI-driven image processing, offering cleaner and more vibrant images even in challenging lighting the adoption of such a large sensor may require modifications to the physical design of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This could result in a more pronounced camera bump, although rumours suggest Samsung may be developing new optics technology to maintain a sleek design. Despite potential design challenges, the collaboration with Sony could redefine the capabilities of smartphone the potential switch to a Sony sensor has generated excitement, there remains some scepticism. Other leaks suggest Samsung might stick with its established ISOCELL sensors, leaving the decision uncertain. The conflicting reports mean the exact details of the Galaxy S26 Ultra's camera setup remain speculative at this stage, emphasising the need for confirmation from official collaboration between Samsung and Sony could potentially resolve long-standing debates regarding whether Samsung's impressive software capabilities were held back by its hardware. If implemented, this partnership could represent a turning point for the Galaxy S series, setting new standards for smartphone photography and posing a challenge to anticipation builds, the prospect of a 200-megapixel Sony sensor in a Samsung flagship phone is enticing to mobile photography enthusiasts. For now, fans will have to wait for official announcements to confirm whether Samsung's potential shift in strategy will indeed result in a photographic leap forward in 2026.- Ends
Engadget
09-07-2025
- Engadget
Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 7 is thinner, lighter and has a larger 8-inch display
With the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Samsung is getting closer than ever to perfecting its folding smartphones. The new model is a substantial improvement over the Fold 6 with a much thinner, lighter design, larger and brighter display and an improved hinge design that reduces visible creasing to almost nothing. It's also more powerful and comes with a new wide-angle camera that finally matches up with the mainstream Galaxy S series. Though it superficially resembles the previous model, Samsung has improved the Fold 7 nearly everywhere. That starts with the display(s), with the main AMOLED 2X main display (120Hz, 2,184 x 1,968) now 11 percent larger at 8 inches with up to 2,600 nits of peak brightness. It's also tougher thanks to the use of Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2. The cover screen uses the same display tech and is also bigger at 6.5 inches compared to 6.3 inches, with a 21:9 aspect ratio. Sam Rutherford for Engadget The main improvement, though, is with the lighter and thinner Armor FlexHinge that reduces visible creasing noticeably compared to the Fold 6, addressing a key concern for buyers. It also boosts durability thanks to a "multi-rail structure" that evenly disperses stress. Though the screens are larger, the Fold 7 is lighter and thinner than its predecessor. Weighing in at 215 grams, it's 24 grams lighter than the Fold 6 and lighter even than the non-folding Galaxy S25 Ultra. It's also just 8.9mm thick when folded and 4.2mm when unfolded, a hefty 27 percent reduction compared to the previous model. Under the hood is Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy that boosts CPU and GPU performance by 38 and 26 percent respectively, while lifting NPU compute by 40 percent. Other key specs include 12GB memory, up to 512GB internal storage and a 4,400mAh dual battery (with wireless Qi charging and a 50 percent wired charge in around 30 minutes). Samsung is also touting its latest One UI 8 on Android 16 that is very AI-centric, as you'd expect, with features like Gemini Live, Circle to Search and Galaxy AI optimized for large screens. Sam Rutherford for Engadget The Galaxy Z Fold 7 also has updated cameras, negating one of our biggest complaints about the Fold 6. It now comes with the same 200MP wide-angle camera as the Galaxy S25 Ultra, though the 12MP ultra-wide and 10MP telephoto cameras are unchanged — as are the 10MP selfie cover camera and 10MP main camera. Still, at least you're no longer getting compromised optics with the principal camera, especially considering this smartphone's price. And the Galaxy Z Fold 7 certainly isn't cheap with another $100 boost in price compared to last year. It's now available for pre-order in the US at and elsewhere starting at $2,000 in Jetblack, Blue Shadow and Silver Shadow options. Shipping is set to start around July 25, 2025. If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission.
Hans India
08-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Samsung estimates 56 pc drop in Q2 operating profit on chip slump, US trade policies
Seoul: Samsung Electronics on Tuesday estimated its second-quarter operating profit plunged 55.9 per cent from a year earlier due to sluggish chip business and the fallout from US trade policies, missing market expectations. The world's biggest maker of memory chips expected an operating profit of 4.59 trillion won ($3.4 billion) for the quarter ending in June, sharply down from 10.44 trillion won a year earlier, according to an earnings guidance released by Samsung Electronics. From the previous quarter, operating profit sank 31.2 percent from 6.69 trillion won. The operating profit was 23.4 percent lower than the average estimate, according to a survey by Yonhap Infomax, the financial data firm of Yonhap News Agency. Revenue edged down 0.1 percent to 74 trillion won. The data for net earnings was not available. In a separate release, Samsung Electronics attributed the sharp on-quarter decline in profit to inventory replenishments and the impact of the U.S. ban on exports of advanced AI chips to China. For the upcoming quarter, Samsung Electronics expects a rebound in demand and sales of premium high bandwidth memory (HBM) chips, despite reports that its HBM products failed to pass quality tests by U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) chip leader Nvidia Corp. "The memory business saw a decline in performance due to one-off costs, such as provisions for inventory asset valuation," the company said in a statement. "However, improved HBM products are currently being evaluated and shipped to customers." It also noted that its non-memory division, including its foundry segment, is expected to reduce losses in the third quarter, backed by better utilisation rates amid a gradual recovery in demand. Although Samsung did not disclose detailed earnings by business division, market analysts estimated that its semiconductor unit posted an operating profit of around 1 trillion won in the first quarter. Experts pointed to sluggish sales of HBM products, a decline in NAND flash prices and a stronger Korean won as key factors behind Samsung Electronics' worse-than-expected performance in the second quarter. The launch of the flagship Galaxy S series smartphone in January, which contributed to a 10 percent year-on-year sales increase in the first quarter, had little impact on the company's second-quarter results. Its conventional television and home appliance businesses are also expected to have seen a drop in profitability during the period on U.S. tariff impacts. Despite the weak showing, analysts forecast a rebound in the third quarter, backed by a recovery in memory chip prices. "Samsung Electronics' operating profit appears to have bottomed out in the second quarter and is expected to show gradual improvement," said Roh Geun-chang, chief researcher at Hyundai Motor Securities Co., citing anticipated gains in HBM sales. The company will release its final earnings report later in the month.
