Samsung’s upcoming Ultra model might feature subtle design adjustments that enhance the ease of holding it. Although earlier leaks have hinted at what’s inside the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, this information specifically emphasizes its ergonomics and “in-hand” comfort.
Well-known leaker Ice Universe shared on X that the forthcoming Samsung S26 Ultra may exhibit even rounder corners compared to its earlier model, mentioning that the “four corners of the S26 Ultra’s body have become rounder.”
Samsung previously maintained sharp edges with its past Ultra versions, including the Galaxy S22 Ultra, Galaxy S23 Ultra, and Galaxy S24 Ultra; however, it embraced the rounded design with the new Galaxy S25 Ultra, moving away from its “Note-like” corner style, which some users criticized for being hard to handle.
A poll conducted by PhoneArena revealed that more than 52% of participants preferred seeing design modifications; while some believe the rectangular design of the S24 Ultra was “unique,” the S25 Ultra’s rounded edges were widely considered a significant enhancement for comfort.
It appears that Samsung aims to confer an even more luxurious appearance to the Ultra, reminiscent of the Galaxy S25 Edge, which felt exceptionally sleek in hand. However, the transition to rounded edges raises concerns about the phone slipping from your grip, as a smoother, rounder surface can sometimes feel less secure, and with a high-end device like the Ultra, a drop could be quite costly.
As indicated by earlier leaks, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra may retain its predecessor’s 5,000mAh battery, and another certification reportedly given for the device reinforces that the battery capacity may not be seeing an increase.
Sam Mobile seems to have identified the upcoming Ultra being examined by China’s Quality Certification Center this week, with its battery labeled as “EB-BS948ABY,” indicating a rated capacity of 4,855mAh, similar to the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
However, it’s not entirely negative; the charging speed of the new Galaxy S26 Ultra could potentially rise to 60W fast charging. If this is accurate, it would mark the fastest charging speed ever achieved on a Galaxy flagship.
