Galaxy S26 Leaks Reveal Slimmer Designs, No Edge Model

Samsung's anticipated Galaxy S26 series, set for release in early 2026, appears poised for incremental refinements rather than bold innovations, according to multiple leaks detailing its design, weights, and strategic shifts. The lineup, comprising the standard Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, reflects adjustments made to maintain competitive pricing against Apple's iPhone 17, with no successor to the Galaxy S25 Edge in the works.

The devices are expected to launch sometime between January and March 2026, potentially delayed from the Galaxy S25's January debut to February or later, as Samsung finalizes production. Leaks from tipster UniverseIce outline the physical specifications, positioning the S26 models as slightly lighter and thinner overall compared to their predecessors and Apple's upcoming flagships.

The base Galaxy S26 is rumored to weigh 164 grams and measure 6.9 millimeters thick, making it marginally heavier than the Galaxy S25's 162 grams but thinner than its 7.2 millimeters. It would also be lighter and slimmer than the iPhone 17. The Galaxy S26 Plus tips the scales at 191 grams with a 7.3-millimeter thickness, unchanged from the S25 Plus's dimensions but...