Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra launching January 2026 in India

Samsung plans to release the Galaxy S26 Ultra in early 2026. The company typically launches its Galaxy S series in January. If this pattern continues, the phone may be announced on January 21, 2026, and available for purchase by February 4, 2026. The expected price for the Galaxy S26 Ultra is around Rs 1,29,999 for the base model, which has 256GB of storage. Samsung's premium phones usually do not see price drops, and no increase has been announced yet. The camera upgrades for the S26 Ultra are anticipated to include a 200MP main sensor and several other advanced lens options. These may include a 50MP ultra-wide lens and additional zoom capabilities. Reports suggest the front camera might become an under-display model, removing the need for a cutout in the screen. In terms of design, Samsung is likely to maintain the flat-sided style introduced with the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The phone will keep its 6.9-inch AMOLED display but may benefit from improved brightness and a reduction in reflections, potentially reaching a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 processor and come with 12GB of RAM. Other expected specifications include a 5,000mAh battery, varying storage options from 256GB to 1TB, and enhanced connectivity features like Bluetooth 5.4 and Wi-Fi 7. Lastly, the new device is expected to come with One UI 8 based on Android 16, which will include AI enhancements. Samsung anticipates offering up to 7 years of software updates for this model, extending support until 2033.