Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Rumored to Adopt iPhone 17 Pro–Style Camera Island Amid Major Hardware Upgrades

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra might embrace a bold design shift by introducing a camera island—rather than individual protruding lenses—as seen on every model since the S21 Ultra. The change aligns with similar design cues rumored for Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro series.

According to reports, the larger housing is not merely aesthetic: it’s intended to accommodate larger sensors and advanced camera hardware, particularly for the main shooter and telephoto sensors. Samsung’s renewed focus on hardware upgrades marks a departure from its recent software-heavy enhancements.

Despite the bigger camera bump, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature a slimmer and lighter design than its predecessor. Rumors also suggest more rounded corners, a refined look echoing the Galaxy Z Fold 7, and a coherent visual language across Samsung’s premium devices.