Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks point to raised camera island and new design

CAD-based renders and multiple leaks outlining Samsung's next flagship suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra will keep a familiar profile while introducing several notable design and hardware changes ahead of an expected early 2026 launch. The images and tips circulating online show a flat-edged display with rounder corners, a repositioned stylus, and a pronounced camera island that adds several millimeters to an otherwise slim body.

The device's core dimensions in the leaks put the phone at about 7.9 millimeters thick, with the camera island projecting roughly 4.5 millimeters from the rear. That island houses three of the rear lenses, with a fourth sensor and flash positioned beside it. To accommodate the raised module, the S Pen slot has been moved to the bottom left and the stylus itself appears slimmer and slightly more rounded. The front retains a flat panel and a centered front camera, while the right side continues to carry volume and power buttons and the left side appears button-free. The SIM tray, USB-C port, speaker and S Pen housing are shown at the bottom edge.

Leaked specifications are broadly consistent on several points. The S26 Ultra is widely reported to use Qualcomm's...