Galaxy S26 Ultra Looks Surprisingly Like iPhone 17 Pro Max – Leak Details

According to new leaks that have surfaced on the internet, Samsung's forthcoming flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra might have taken some design inspiration from Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max. The very first images and the brief video that have been posted on X (formerly Twitter) by the famous leaker Ice Universe, point towards the fact that the next flagship phone from Samsung will come with a display that is quite a lot more rounded compared to the previous models which had sharp, box-like edges.

The visuals that have been leaked are showing comparisons between the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and iPhone 17 Pro Max and they all possess a similar shape remarkably when looked at from different angles.

The S26 Ultra seems to have a much smoother and rounded design which is in contrast to the earlier angular look that was typical for Ultra devices. This change in design might lead to better grip and comfort, thus satisfying the main complaint of the users of previous Galaxy Ultra models.

The leaked images are not only showing the rounded design of the Ultra model but also hinting that it might continue for non-Ultra models as well. Ice Universe uploaded something that seems to be a set of protectors for the entire Galaxy S26 series, which means that Samsung might apply the new look to all its models. If validated, this will be one of the major visual changes that Samsung's flagship lineups have gone through of late.

There are reports that suggest the launch of the Galaxy S26 series might be pushed back further than originally planned. The company is said to have decided to halt the production of the S26 Edge due to slower-than-expected sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge, thereby leading to a change in release schedule.

The current predictions are that the Galaxy S26 series will make its debut in late February 2026, with pre-orders likely to open right afterwards and mid-March being the expected time for retail availability.