Samsung should introduce its new flagship series relatively soon Galaxy S26, including models Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 UltraNow it seems like they'll all have the dual-layer camera module that the Korean giant has used in some variation before. But this one is a bit special.
The return of the two-layer photomodule at Galaxy S26
One of the most reliable technological leakerIce Universe on social network X stated, ZE Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra they will have a two-layer photomodule, with one layer appearing to be partially transparent according to the published image. Instead of one thick The first layer is flush with the back panel and frames the camera sensors, while a second raised layer rests on top of it. This layer appears semi-transparent or translucent.
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This camera design logically increases the thickness of the entire device, but this is not necessarily a bad thing, as it could indicate that Samsung wants to use larger sensors in its next flagships. And as you probably know, the larger the sensor, the more light the device can capture and the better the resulting photos or videos. Unfortunately, both older and newer unofficial reports do not indicate that Samsung intends to release phones in the series. Galaxy S26 equipped with new sensors, they should remain the same as last time. This means that the two-layer photomodule will only be a design element taken from the models Galaxy Z Fold.
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Yes, the dual-layer camera design, including the aforementioned semi-transparent layer, can add more visual depth to the module, but I would really like to see larger sensors in this design. As such, I quite like the design, because after all these years, it's something different. I can only hope that the module won't be too bulky and won't add too much to the thickness of the phones. However, from the leaked image, it seems that its thickness will be reasonable, after all, Samsung has been making a "thinner is better" slogan for its smartphones lately. (but it's not always to the benefit of the cause, see Galaxy S25 Edge). But of course, I will only be able to properly assess this when I have one of the new flagships in my hands.
The camera's dual-layer design is a symbol of elegance for Galaxy S21
Samsung has experimented with a similar layered camera design in the past, with models like Galaxy S20 Ultra, Galaxy Note20 Ultra or series Galaxy S21. Of these various designs, I personally liked the one in the series the most. Galaxy S21, because the module was not "glued" to the back, but formed a second layer that smoothly transitioned into the metal frame, which looked very elegant and clean - dust and other dirt had no chance to settle between the lenses. Advice Galaxy S26 should be introduced very soon. According to recent leaks, it will be specifically on February 25th, in San Francisco.
Great, but it already looks like an iPhone. The display is square like on no name phones. So boring