Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra to Skip Under-Display Camera, Focuses on Proven Tech

Samsung fans hoping for a seamless full-screen experience on the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra might have to wait a little longer. According to recent leaks from Korean sources, the tech giant has reportedly decided not to include an under-display selfie camera in its next flagship phone.

This move contradicts earlier rumors from February that suggested Samsung would debut the hidden camera tech in its S26 Ultra model. The decision appears to be linked to ongoing technical and cost-related challenges. While the exact details weren’t shared, image quality concerns likely played a key role.

Samsung first introduced under-display camera technology in its Galaxy Z Fold series back in 2021. While the camera was nearly invisible, users and reviewers consistently criticized its performance often describing photos as blurry or soft, especially compared to regular selfie cameras.

For foldable phones like the Z Fold, this compromise was somewhat acceptable since a higher-quality front camera was still available on the outer screen. But for a premium device like the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung appears to be playing it safe, sticking with the reliable hole-punch design to preserve photo quality.

Industry insiders say Samsung may revisit under-display camera tech in future Galaxy S models but only when the image quality can rival today’s standard selfie cameras.

For now, fans can expect the Galaxy S26 Ultra to continue with a tried-and-tested design that balances innovation with everyday usability.