Galaxy S26+ Leaks: The $999 Phone Everyone Will Want

Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026): 6.7" AMOLED, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, 4900mAh, 20W Qi2 wireless, just $999. The perfect balanced flagship.

The Refined 2026 Flagship • Starts at $999

Latest confirmed leaks (December 13, 2025)  this is the mid-size Galaxy that finally gets everything right. Official reveal: January 22, 2026.

Quick Specs

• 6.7″ Dynamic AMOLED 2X • QHD+ • 120Hz • 2,600 nits
• Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (US) │ Exynos 2600 (global)
• Bigger vapor chamber cooling
• 12 GB RAM • 256 / 512 GB storage (no more 128 GB!)
• Cameras: 50 MP main • 12 MP ultrawide • 10 MP 3× tele • 12 MP selfie
• 4,900 mAh battery • 45W wired • 20W Qi2 wireless (MagSafe-ready)
• One UI 8.5 (Android 16) + 7 years updates
• Price: $999 (256 GB) • $1,099 (512 GB)

What’s Actually Improved?

• 45% faster CPU, 40% better GPU + stays ice-cold while gaming
• 20–25% longer battery life than S25+
• Native Qi2 magnets → works perfectly with all MagSafe cases & chargers
• Brighter, thinner-bezel screen
• Next-gen Galaxy AI (2026 version)

S26+ vs The Competition

Feature	Galaxy S26+	S25+	iPhone 16 Pro	Pixel 9 Pro
Screen Size	6.7″	6.7″	6.3″	6.3″
Battery	4900 mAh	4900 mAh	3582 mAh	4700 mAh
Fast Charging	45W + 20W Qi2	45W + 15W	25W + 15W	27W + 21W
Base Storage	256 GB	256 GB	128 GB	128 GB
Best At	Battery + Speed + Screen	Still great	Video	AI Photos

What’s in the Box (2026 Eco Package)

Included: Phone • Braided USB-C cable • SIM tool • Papers

NOT included: Charger • Case • Earbuds

Pre-order free gift (Jan 22 – Feb 5):
Choose 1 → 45W charger │ Clear standing case │ Galaxy Buds 3

Final Verdict

The Galaxy S26+ is 2026’s “just right” flagship.
Big beautiful screen, monster battery, crazy performance  all at a price that finally feels fair.

Pre-orders start January 22  they sell out in hours. Set your reminder now!