Galaxy S26 Ultra: Samsung’s Risky Bet on This Small Detail Could Surprise You!

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is once again attracting attention: rumors suggest that the black color variant may look less contemporary than its counterparts due to a small design tweak.

As the official unveiling of the Galaxy S26 series nears, the stream of speculations and leaks continues unabated. This includes the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra, all of which are Samsung’s upcoming flagship models and the subject of various leaks and unexpected developments.

This time, it’s the Ultra model that’s in the spotlight, particularly the black variant. According to a post by leaker UniverseIce on X (formerly Twitter), the Korean manufacturer has made a rather surprising design choice for this black model.

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The Edges of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Might Look Thicker Due to This Detail

According to the rumor, Samsung has opted for an all-black border for its black Galaxy S26 Ultra, replacing the silver frame seen on its predecessor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This choice could create an optical illusion making the “overall visual border appear inevitably larger“.

This time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra black version features a black frame, not the lighter silver, so the overall visual bezel is inevitably wider.

— PhoneArt (@UniverseIce) November 27, 2025

With the trend leaning towards sleeker designs, this perception of thicker edges (which is not factually the case) could make the black Galaxy S26 Ultras appear less modern and not as trendsetting as other color variants – something some users might prefer to avoid.

It is a surprising choice, but it may indicate Samsung’s desire to experiment and differentiate itself. Moreover, it is not a significant risk for the South Korean manufacturer since other color options are available.

Furthermore, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is rumored to feature a brand-new generation of displays that could set a new standard in the smartphone market with a thinner panel, improved brightness, and lower energy consumption.

Additionally, there is a rumor that this model will include a feature called “Private Display” (or Affichage privé) through the One UI 8.5 overlay, which might even activate automatically in certain settings. Powered by AI, this feature would help Galaxy S26 Ultra owners keep their content hidden from prying eyes.