Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Anticipated Release Schedule, Indian Cost, Technical Details, and What's Already Known
Upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G: What We Know So Far
The much-anticipated Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is expected to be officially unveiled in January 2026, with some rumors suggesting Samsung might try to release it even earlier, possibly by the end of 2025.1
Key Details
Release Date
The exact release date for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is yet to be confirmed, but it is anticipated to be in January 2026, with possible pre-orders or announcements late in 2025.1
Price
Leaked prices for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G in India for the 16GB and 256GB variant are approximately Rs 1,59,990, which is around $2,000 USD. However, it should be noted that these prices are early leaks and may change before the official announcement.2
Processor
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is rumored to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset for high-end performance.2
RAM
There are rumors that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G could be equipped with the new 10.7 Gbps LPDDR5X RAM for faster memory speed, announced by Samsung's semiconductor division in April 2024.5
Battery
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is expected to have a "massive" battery, though the exact capacity is not yet confirmed.2
Camera
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is anticipated to have notable camera upgrades over the S25 Ultra, possibly improving hardware and software features; details are not fully disclosed yet.12
Design
Rumors suggest potential redesigns with new materials; specifics are still speculative.13
S Pen
Uncertainty remains about S Pen support—some rumors mention upgrades, downgrades, or even removal.13
Other Features
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G is expected to have a bigger vapour cooling chamber and a focus on generative AI capabilities integrated into software, possibly partnering with AI companies for enhanced on-device AI features.4
Additional Context
The Galaxy S26 lineup is expected to include the S26 Ultra, a standard S26, and a new "S26 Edge" (replacing the previous "Plus" variant).4 Samsung tends to announce its Galaxy S flagships early in the year to build momentum against competitors, maintaining a January launch window.1[3][4] The device will likely push further in AI integration and efficiency, in line with Samsung’s broader strategy.[4]
Official specifications and final pricing will be confirmed closer to the launch date. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra pricing.
[1] Samsung (2025). Samsung Galaxy S26. Retrieved from www.samsung.com/global/galaxy/galaxy-s/galaxy-s26/
[2] GSM Arena (2025). Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Retrieved from www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26_ultra-12429.php
[3] PhoneArena (2025). Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra to Get Pill-Shaped Camera Bump Inspired by Galaxy Z Fold 7. Retrieved from www.phonearena.com/news/Samsung-Galaxy-S26-Ultra-to-get-pill-shaped-camera-bump-inspired-by-Galaxy-Z-Fold-7_id1464150
[4] The Verge (2025). Samsung's Galaxy S26 is coming soon, and it's likely to be a big AI play. Retrieved from www.theverge.com/2025/1/1/25077565/samsung-galaxy-s26-samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-samsung-galaxy-s26-edge-specs-features-price-release-date
[5] Samsung (2024). New 10.7 Gbps LPDDR5X DRAM announced by Samsung Electronics. Retrieved from www.samsung.com/global/business/semiconductor/dram/news/dram_news_view.html?no=10473
