The first leak of 2026 surrounding the Galaxy S26 Ultra is here, and as we move closer and closer to Samsung’s first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year, we are greeted with the marketing material of the company’s upcoming top-end flagship in the Cobalt Violet color. To say the premium offering looks breathtaking would be a gross understatement, with the company incorporating a few subtle design changes that we’ve discussed at length below.
The latest leak also shows the Galaxy S26 Ultra with its S Pen, removing any doubts that Samsung will discontinue this accessory with the flagship’s imminent launch
The marketing poster leak was brought to you by prominent leaker Evan Blass, and before Samsung nuked the image from oblivion, we managed to get a hold of it. The individual has an incredible track record for this sort of stuff, so the Cobalt Violet version of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be a part of Samsung’s upcoming lineup. While rumors were doing their usual rounds, claiming that the Korean giant was mulling the removal of the S Pen to make room for a larger battery, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is seen below, posing next to the stylus.
An oval-shaped vertical bump is also present around the three primary rear cameras, likely to provide additional protection and possibly accommodate a larger sensor. The Galaxy S25 Ultra didn’t ship with this bump, and it is one of the subtle design choices that we noticed in the leak. Other than that, there are two buttons on the top and bottom of the flagship, which will likely sport the same functionality as the ones on the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
From this angle, Samsung has retained the majority of the core design elements, so when additional leaks come through showcasing the Galaxy S26 Ultra from different angles, we’ll have a better idea of how it looks. Unfortunately, if you’ve experienced ‘love at first sight’ with this Cobalt Violet paint job, you may have to pay a small premium, because the Galaxy S26 Ultra will reportedly be 6 percent more expensive than its immediate predecessor, but in Samsung’s home turf of South Korea.
To encourage buyers to take the leap of faith and make the Galaxy S26 Ultra their daily driver, Samsung is said to include upgraded AI features, along with a slightly powerful version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, coupled with an improved camera.
News Source: @evleaks
About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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