Galaxy S26 launches with One UI 8.5 pre-installed Samsung official. Specs, price, release date & new features (Dec 2025 update).
Samsung has officially confirmed that the entire Galaxy S26 series will launch with One UI 8.5 pre-installed no beta, no long wait after buying the phone. You open the box in February 2026 and get the newest software from day one.
Galaxy S26 Series – Quick Overview
- Models: Galaxy S26 • Galaxy S26+ • Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Launch: January/February 2026 (Unpacked expected mid-January)
- Software: One UI 8.5 based on Android 16
- Updates: 7 years of OS + security updates guaranteed
- Beta status: Already running on Galaxy S25 series since December 2025
Full Specifications (Latest Confirmed Information – December 2025)
| Model | Screen | Chipset | RAM | Cameras (Rear) | Battery & Charging | Expected Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S26 | 6.2" FHD+ 120Hz | Exynos 2600 or Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | 12 GB | 50MP Main + 12MP Ultra-wide + 10MP 3× Tele | 4000 mAh 45W wired + Qi2 magnetic wireless |
$799 |
| Galaxy S26+ | 6.7" QHD+ 120Hz | Same as S26 | 12 GB | Same as S26 | 4700 mAh 45W wired + Qi2 magnetic |
$999 |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra | 6.9" QHD+ (up to 144Hz) | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 only | 12–16 GB | 200MP Main + 50MP UW + 50MP 5× + 12MP 3× | 5000 mAh 60W wired + 25W Qi2 wireless |
$1299 |
Best New Features in One UI 8.5 You’ll Actually Use Daily
- Beautiful “Liquid Glass” design with glassy icons and smooth animations
- Completely customizable Quick Settings drag, resize, hide anything
- AI Photo Editor move/remove/add objects without saving multiple copies
- Smart Quick Share phone suggests who to send the photo to instantly
- Now Brief on lock screen now shows your personal Spotify & YouTube recommendations
- Storage Share open files from your Galaxy Tab or laptop directly on phone
- Audio Broadcast use phone as live microphone for Galaxy Buds (Auracast)
- New Standard & Maximum battery modes for extra-long battery life
- Native Qi2 magnetic wireless charging on every model (finally!)
Release Timeline (100% Confirmed)
- One UI 8.5 Beta → Already live on S25 series (December 2025)
- Galaxy S26 Unpacked → Mid or late January 2026
- Pre-orders → Start same week as announcement
- Phones in hand → First or second week of February 2026
- Stable One UI 8.5 for older phones (S25, S24, etc.) → Starts rolling out after S26 launch
This is the most accurate and up-to-date information available right now (December 10, 2025). Everything comes straight from Samsung’s official announcements and the current One UI 8.5 beta.
Which one are you getting S26, S26+, or Ultra? Let me know in the comments!
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