Recent rumors suggest that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge may still be in development despite earlier reports of its cancellation, with a new device codenamed 'More Slim' possibly replacing it, indicating Samsung's continued interest in a thinner, edge-style phone in the S-series lineup.
Rumors suggest Samsung's Galaxy S26 Edge will resemble the iPhone 17 Pro with slim bezels and a prominent rear camera bar, potentially replacing the S26 Plus and featuring built-in magnets for Qi2 charging, with an expected reveal in January.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge, revealed through CAD-based renders, features a thin, flat display with a large camera island housing two cameras, a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, built-in magnets with Qi2 support, and an upgraded 50MP ultrawide camera. It will be thinner than its predecessor, the S25 Edge, and is expected to include a larger battery (up to 4,200mAh) and be powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processors, with a launch anticipated in January.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge is expected to feature a thinner design and a larger battery, potentially up to 4,200mAh, though recent leaks suggest it may not be as slim as previously rumored. The device is also associated with high-end Qualcomm processors and may use traditional lithium-ion batteries instead of silicon-carbon technology, indicating possible changes in its design and capacity. Despite uncertainties, it may still offer better endurance than the iPhone 17 Air.
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge is rumored to feature a significantly larger 4,500mAh battery, a thinner design, and faster 45W charging, with potential launch by the end of 2025, making it an exciting upgrade despite manufacturing challenges.