South Korean tech giant Samsung may soon launch its next flagship smartphone series, the Galaxy S26. Several important details about the series have already started to emerge before the launch. According to the latest leaks, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series may offer satellite connectivity support.
Galaxy S26 Series Spotted on US FCC Website
According to media reports, three models of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series have been listed on the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) website. These include:
. Galaxy S26 – Model number A3LSMS942U
. Galaxy S26+ – Model number A3LSMS947U
. Galaxy S26 Ultra – Model number A3LSMS948U
These models are believed to be the variants that will be launched in the United States.
Support for Satellite Calling and Messaging Expected
The FCC listing indicates that the Galaxy S26 series smartphones may support
Supplemental Coverage from Space (SCS) and Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN).
This means that users will be able to make calls and send messages via satellite even in areas without network coverage. This could be a major benefit for users living in mountainous and remote areas.
Focus on Connectivity and Performance
The Samsung Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra may offer connectivity options such as:
. Wi-Fi
. Bluetooth
. NFC
In terms of performance, these smartphones are expected to feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. In some select markets, including South Korea, they may also be launched with the 2nm Exynos 2600 processor.
Launch Expected at Galaxy Unpacked Event
According to leaks, Samsung may unveil the Galaxy S26 series during its Galaxy Unpacked event next month. However, the company has not yet officially confirmed the launch date. Galaxy S26 Ultra Color Options Leaked
Recently, tipster Evan Blass revealed the color options for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. According to the report, this smartphone may come in six color options:
. White
. Sky Blue
. Cobalt Violet
. Pink Gold
. Silver Shadow
. Black
This smartphone will replace the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which was launched last year.
Discussion about Display and Price
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature a 6.9-inch M14 QHD+ CoE Dynamic AMOLED display. There are also speculations that Samsung might increase the prices of the Galaxy S26 series this time. The rising cost of some key components is cited as a major reason for this potential price increase.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series received a good response from the market, and the company has high expectations for the Galaxy S26 series as well.
