The design of each of Samsung’s flagship smartphone series has appeared more or less the same, with different colors bringing some differentiation to the table. While it might be difficult for the Korean giant to bring a breath of originality to the table for the Galaxy S26 family because of how embellished the Galaxy S25 family looks already, a fresh rumor claims that the company will be introducing a slight change in the dimensions, which might give the impression that the upcoming flagship series is heading in the wrong direction, but it should deliver a better user experience.
All Galaxy S26 models are rumored to be slimmer than their direct predecessors, with a tipster claiming that this change will help users grip their devices better
The Galaxy S25 Edge is sufficient evidence of Samsung’s current strategy lies, with the ultra-slim profile of the smartphone bringing a noteworthy change, even if it means that customers will have to compromise the battery life and the number of cameras. Fortunately, the Galaxy S26 Edge is not expected to witness reduced ‘screen on’ time because the latter is not just rumored to be slimmer than its immediate predecessor, but it could also feature a bigger battery at 4,200mAh, with the smaller Galaxy S26 Pro being reported to be treated to a 4,300mAh cell.
Sadly, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to retain the same 5,000mAh battery size as the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S24 Ultra, but here is the interesting bit from a rumor posted by @kro_roe on X. All Galaxy S26 models could boast a slim chassis, to the point that all three models will be easier to grip thanks to the reduced thickness. It appears that Samsung has found a way to improve how users will interact with their future devices while also addressing a major complaint in the form of a bigger battery.
The rumor also mentions that Samsung is exploring the idea of including the ‘Plus’ model in the lineup, but it would carry the ‘Pro’ moniker. This claim goes against the company’s previously reported plans of phasing out the Galaxy S26 Plus in favor of the Galaxy S26 Edge. At the end of the day, we can all agree that if a thinner device makes for a better user experience, and you get a larger battery simultaneously, then more power to Samsung. Now all we have to do is wait and see if the rumor ends up being true.
News Source: @kro_roe