Galaxy S26 Ultra Rounded Design Leak Sparks S25 Ultra, iPhone 17 Pro Max Debate

The online leak of images and a video has given a better insight into the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, which is projected to be the next flagship smartphone of the company, and also compared it with the Galaxy S25 Ultra and the iPhone 17 Pro Max in terms of design and performance.

The leak of the tipster Ice Universe revealed that the Galaxy S26 Ultra has much more rounded corners than the S25 Ultra. This change in design is consistent with Samsung’s trend of rounding off its flagship edges, which comes with improved comfort during everyday use and less risk of damage to your clothes. Later Ultra models had sharper edges that some users found uncomfortable.

Comparing the S25 Ultra, the leak also gives a side-by-side view with the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The images suggest that the iPhone 17 Pro Max has even more rounded corners than the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which indicates a divergence in design philosophy between the two companies.

Ice Universe, who frequently provides leaks, had earlier shared another leak revealing a Galaxy S26 Ultra screen protector that confirmed the rounded design features. There are analysts who believe that the whole S26 series might become more expensive due to the increase in the cost of components.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is going to be Samsung’s next-generation smartphone, but the launch is facing a delay. The latest speculations say that the unveiling might take place on February 25, 2026, which is later than before.

The fresh leaks come as yet another installment in the growing list of Galaxy S26 speculations and they also create excitement among those who love smartphones especially with the iPhone 17 Pro Max comparisons. It seems that Samsung is concentrating on ergonomics and design improvements rather than revolutionary changes, thus signaling an evolution rather than a revolution for its flagship series.