Samsung Reconsiders Galaxy S26 Design Amid iPhone 17 Anticipation
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – November 15, 2024 – Samsung is reportedly making significant, late-stage alterations to the Galaxy S26’s design, a move attributed to concerns surrounding competitive pressures from Apple’s forthcoming iPhone 17. A source who requested anonymity revealed to NewsPim that such significant changes are “unusual when the design is almost finished.”
The revisions come as Samsung navigates rising component costs and seeks to maintain pricing parity with the Galaxy S25. While a price increase was initially anticipated, the design adjustments may now facilitate a price cap similar to the previous model. Tho, a potential shift to utilizing Samsung’s Exynos chipset in the Galaxy S26, rather than Qualcomm processors historically favored for performance, has sparked concern among some Samsung enthusiasts.
NewsPIM reports that the Galaxy S26 series-including the S26 Ultra-is currently slated for official unveiling in the spring of 2025, with speculation pointing toward a launch event as early as late January. The design changes and chipset decision underscore Samsung’s efforts to respond to the evolving smartphone landscape and maintain its position against apple’s anticipated innovations in the iPhone 17.
