Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra successor might skip 3x telephoto digicam

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Samsung’s next-generation Ultra flagship might arrive with a serious digicam redesign if current leaks are something to go by. Although the Galaxy S26 Ultra debuted only some months in the past, hypothesis surrounding its successor, prone to be known as the Galaxy S27 Ultra is already gaining momentum on-line.

According to tipster Ice Universe, Samsung might take away the devoted 10-megapixel 3x telephoto digicam from its upcoming Ultra smartphone. The sensor has been a daily function in earlier Galaxy S Ultra units, providing 3x optical zoom together with PDAF and OIS assist. If the leak proves correct, it will mark a notable shift in Samsung’s digicam technique for its premium flagship lineup.

While particulars stay restricted, there isn’t a affirmation but on whether or not Samsung plans to exchange the sensor with a brand new zoom answer or rely extra closely on its periscope digicam system.

The present Galaxy S26 Ultra includes a quad rear digicam setup led by a 200-megapixel major sensor. It additionally features a 50-megapixel periscope telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide shooter. For selfies and video calls, the handset homes a 12-megapixel front-facing digicam.

Apart from camera-related modifications, earlier reviews have hinted that Samsung’s upcoming Ultra mannequin might run on a customized Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset from Qualcomm. The processor is anticipated to ship noticeable enhancements in efficiency and energy effectivity in comparison with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip powering the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

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Battery upgrades is also on the playing cards. Reports counsel Samsung might undertake silicon-carbon battery expertise for the Galaxy S27 Ultra. The transfer might assist the corporate improve battery capability with out considerably affecting the system’s dimension and weight. The Galaxy S26 Ultra at the moment packs a 5,000mAh battery.

Samsung has not formally confirmed any particulars concerning the rumoured Galaxy S27 Ultra thus far.