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Samsung will significantly elevate the Galaxy S25 Ultra experience, but the arrival of the Horizontal Lock camera feature is uncertain.

Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with enhanced camera sensors, including the new ALoP technology. The main camera features a wider aperture, which offers a new Super Steady video recording mode called Horizontal Lock.

Horizontal Lock camera feature relies on hardware, and its expansion to the Galaxy S25 Ultra looks less likely. A moderator claimed way back in March that the optimization is underway, but no follow-up surfaced since then.

Samsung’s Horizontal Lock feature works on the synchronized utilization of gyro and acceleration sensors. The camera sensor does nothing alone, but an entire system works in parallel to keep the scene steady across angles.

Galaxy S26 Ultra went viral due to this impressive camera technology. It ends the need to carry a gimbal to record steady videos. Even if you rotate your phone 360 degrees, the recording remains the same as shown in the preview.

Giving it on the Galaxy S25 Ultra isn’t impossible, but it can’t happen if there’s a need for specific hardware. Samsung didn’t provide the tool in the Beta Program, and Stable update is very likely to skip it when it starts rolling out.

Galaxy S26’s features are coming to older Samsung phones, but the most impressive ones are still exclusive to the latest flagships, including the Now Nudge, 24-megapixel camera mode and AI-powered Notification handlers.

One UI 8.5 update may start rolling out on May 4. It would initially arrive in South Korea and then expand to the Global markets. Samsung is actively preparing for the expansion to a wide range of its Galaxy devices this month.

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Yes, you read it right: Samsung Galaxy A37, A57 and Galaxy S26 series are getting a decent price cut in India. After a continuous streak of price hikes, Samsung India has incredible news for its fans in the country.

Tipster Abhishek Yadav posted an official memo on X, shedding light on price cut on Galaxy A37, A57, and Galaxy S26 series phones in India.

Galaxy S26 Ultra is the biggest beneficiary of this price cut, getting cheaper by up to INR 9000 (about $95). The standard Galaxy S26 is also having an incredible price reduction of INR 8000 for a limited period this May.

If you are looking at a mid-range device, the Galaxy A37 is going down by INR 5000, while the Galaxy A57 price is slashed by INR 7000. It’s an impressive relief for those considering buying a new Galaxy smartphone.

Price cut information:

Galaxy S26 (base)

• 12/256GB → INR 8,000 off
• 12/512GB → INR 8,000 off

Galaxy S26 Ultra

• 12/256GB → INR 9,000 off
• 12/512GB → INR 9,000 off
• 16/1TB → INR 9,000 off

Galaxy A37

• 8/128GB → INR 5,000 off
• 8/256GB → INR 5,000 off
• 12/256GB → INR 5,000 off

Galaxy A57

• 8/256GB → INR 7,000 off
• 12/256GB → INR 7,000 off

The revised prices with discounts come into effect on May 3 through May 27. You get these benefits regardless of the purchase channel. It means, you can purchase online or offline, the prices will include the said discounts.

The price cuts make the four Samsung phones even more appealing in the market. Buyers who have recently owned one of the devices may feel bad, but such a sudden discount wasn’t anticipated from Samsung India.

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While the smartphone industry is worried about rising memory prices, Samsung is silently running a deal on the Galaxy S25 Ultra 1TB variant in the US.

If you want incredibly larger storage on your smartphone, you can pick up the Galaxy S25 Ultra with 1TB storage in the US. The smartphone is currently $300 down from its launch price and undercuts the S26 Ultra by $240.

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 Ultra with 12GB RAM and 1TB storage in the US, and the list price was huge, $1,660. Galaxy S26 Ultra costs more than its predecessor, $1,800, but it comes with 16GB RAM integration.

Galaxy S25 Ultra is an epic smartphone that ships with Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. Its 12GB RAM handles seamless execution of AI tasks. It also impresses with its gaming performance, thanks to the software optimization.

Samsung’s S26 Ultra is indeed better than the S25 Ultra, but the latter doesn’t disappoint too. Getting an S25 Ultra still makes sense in 2026, as its highest memory variant is available for $240 less than the latest model.

The Korean tech giant has all four standard and three online-exclusive colors in stock. Benefits jump up to $580 if you trade in your existing device. Bundling ecosystem products avails you up to 40 percent additional discount.

The only string is that you need to purchase a carrier-unlocked device. Carrier-branded models are no longer eligible on Samsung’s website. With the unlocked version, you get peace of mind as it allows easier network switching.

• Buy Galaxy S25 Ultra 1TB for $1,360 from Samsung.com

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Galaxy S26 Ultra may alter your 24MP camera setting to 12MP when you exit Pro mode, and Samsung’s going to investigate the issue.

Samsung has recently addressed a camera bug linked to the 24MP camera mode on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but it now requires another patch due to the Pro mode behaviour.

A user reported in the Korean community that the Galaxy S26 Ultra is failing to preserve the 24MP camera setting when exiting Pro mode. This is despite the “Keep 24 MP resolution” toggle enabled inside the camera settings.

Galaxy S26 Ultra has a dedicated page for the 24MP camera. There are two options inside the settings; one lets you activate the 24MP resolution, while the second allows you to fix the 24MP resolution in the camera app.

Samsung’s moderator has responded to the user and thanked them for the feedback. The root cause will be investigated, and a patch will be provided if the team manages to reproduce the camera resolution problem.

Pro mode in Galaxy S26 Ultra has two resolution options: 12MP and 50MP. Earlier, users demanded the 24MP mode right in the Pro mode. This feature request is also under consideration and could be provided in the future.

With the second April update, Samsung patched the close-up camera issue. The smartphone is altering the entire picture. It was specifically happening while the 24MP resolution was enabled, and the shot was taken in close range.

May 2026 security patch should address the Pro mode bug, but it’s not very likely. If the update comes out in the next few days, the bug will stay unresolved.

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Xiaomi’s Android 17 Developer Preview program has just gone live, and it brings an unexpected upgrade to HyperOS 3.3. The company has restricted the beta program’s access to a limited number of high-end smartphones initially, with broader device support coming in the near future.

The Developer Preview program is currently available for four Xiaomi devices: Xiaomi 17, Xiaomi 17 Ultra, Xiaomi 15T Pro, and Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi. If you’re rocking any of these devices, you can sign up for the testing program and get access to the upcoming features and upgrade well ahead of the public release. This release, however, signals a major shift in Xiaomi’s naming strategy for its HyperOS skin.

As spotted by Ximi Time, the Android 17 beta build for Xiaomi devices comes with HyperOS 3.3, skipping HyperOS 3.2 for some reason. This suggests Xiaomi won’t make the jump to HyperOS 4 but will pair HyperOS 3.3 with Android 17.

How to get Android 17 beta on your Xiaomi device

Remember that beta builds are prone to having bugs or unfinished features. Some apps may face compatibility issues. Therefore, it’s best to avoid such builds altogether or install them on a secondary device.

Before installing a beta build, it’s highly recommended to back up important data to cloud storage or copy it to a different device to be on the safe side.

Step 1: Ensure your phone is running the required firmware version.

• Xiaomi 17: OS3.0.301.0.WPCMIXM
• Xiaomi 17 Ultra: OS3.0.9.0.WPAMIXM
• Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi: OS3.0.9.0.WPAMIXM
• Xiaomi 15T Pro: OS3.0.11.0.WOSMIXM

Step 2: Download the correct Android 17 beta build for your Xiaomi phone.

• Xiaomi 17: Download link
• Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Download link
• Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi: Download link
• Xiaomi 15T Pro: Download link

Step 3: Copy the downloaded ROM upgrade ZIP file to the internal storage (if it isn’t there already)

Step 4: Go to Settings > About phone > tap the Xiaomi HyperOS logo at the top of the page.

Step 5: Tap Xiaomi HyperOS at the top for 10 times > click the three-dots icon in the top-right corner > select Choose update package.

Step 6: Select the ROM upgrade file you downloaded in step 2 and install it.

This is a major upgrade, and so the installation time could be longer. It’s best to charge your device at least 40% before the installation. Also, ensure the device has at least 10GB of free space for a smoother installation and better performance.

If you face major issues or want to revert to a previous stable build for any reason, you can download the required firmware using the links given below and flash it on your phone the same way. However, this could result in data loss. So, back up your important data beforehand.

Fallback firmware files:

• Xiaomi 17 (OS3.0.301.0.WPCMIXM): Download link
• Xiaomi 17 Ultra (OS3.0.9.0.WPAMIXM): Download link
• Leica Leitzphone powered by Xiaomi (OS3.0.9.0.WPAMIXM): Download link
• Xiaomi 15T Pro (OS3.0.11.0.WOSMIXM): Download link

We’ll keep tracking the latest developments on Android 17 and post them in the Xiaomi section on this website. Remember to visit the page at least once in a while to get fresh details. Or, you can follow our Telegram channel to get instant updates.

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There is an interesting leak about the Galaxy S27 Ultra’s camera system. Samsung may be removing a camera instead of upgrading it.

Samsung moved to a dual telephoto setup with the Galaxy S21 Ultra, enabling long-range zoom on its flagships. That shift is a big part of why the S Ultra lineup is still considered among the most capable camera phones today. It helps maintain clarity across different zoom levels without relying too heavily on cropping from the main sensor. If you haven’t guessed it already, the 3x telephoto lens is expected to be removed on the S27 Ultra.

According to reliable tipster Ice Universe, the 200MP main sensor will take on more of the workload. What does that actually mean? The main sensor would need to maintain image quality as you crop in, up to around 5x, where the periscope telephoto would take over.

While the 200MP figure still sounds impressive, there is a reason the Galaxy S26 Ultra uses 16-to-1 pixel binning, combining data from 16 pixels into one. The result, as you know, is a 12MP output. The phone can either crop into the 12MP binned output, or use the full 200MP image for more detail when zooming, which can introduce noticeable noise, especially in moderate to low light.

There is a third option, which is to rely on AI to manage that noise. But that approach also has its limits, often introducing artifacts. That is why Chinese smartphone makers like Oppo and Vivo are bundling their flagships with physical teleconverters instead of pushing digital zoom too far on 200MP sensors.

There have also been reports suggesting Samsung could use a larger 1/1.12-inch 200MP ISOCELL sensor, which would help with image quality overall. However, based on past trends, a significantly larger 200MP sensor from Samsung itself does not seem very likely either. The company started with the 1/1.22-inch ISOCELL HP1 in 2021, and this year’s HP5 measures 1/1.56-inch.

So why remove the 3x telephoto in the first place? A refreshed camera layout is reportedly being considered, and the reason may be the addition of magnets for Qi2 compatibility. Removing the 3x lens could free up internal space for a proper magnetic ring and better accessory support.

That leads to a bigger question. What matters more here: camera versatility or Qi2 and magnetic accessories? Or is this simply a cost-saving decision that also enables a new design direction?

(Source: Ice Universe)

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Galaxy S26 Ultra has earned major awards across three countries in Europe. Samsung’s latest flagship phone continues to set standards. It has already impressed multiple independent evaluation agencies worldwide.

Samsung announced the Galaxy S26 Ultra has won three awards in Europe. The phone has been recognized by the largest consumer organizations in the Benelux region, Belgium’s Testaankoop and the Netherlands’ Consumentenbond.

The device achieved the highest score at both organizations, earning the title “Best in Test.” Additionally, Tweakers of the Netherlands and Belgium awarded the Galaxy S26 Ultra its Innovation Award.

With a score of 8.6 out of 10 from the Consumentenbond and a rating of 84 out of 100 from Testaankoop, the Galaxy S26 Ultra clearly emerges as the winner of extensive smartphone comparison tests.

This triple recognition highlights the technological lead of the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Galaxy S26 Ultra recognitions

Consumer Reports of the United States awarded Galaxy S26 Ultra their prestige award. The independent test agency highlighted the phone’s display and camera capabilities, which beat Apple’s latest flagship iPhones.

• Galaxy S26 Ultra outranks iPhone 17 Pro Max in US Consumer Reports

In addition, the Galaxy S26 Ultra impressed multiple European firms in their reviews. These recognitions may sound boring as news, but they matter a lot as they ensure the reviews help buyers make their purchase decision.

• Galaxy S26 Ultra declared Best Smartphone across 7 European countries

Consumentenbond, Tweakers, and Testaankoop serve as essential proof of the quality it promises to consumers.

Galaxy S26 Ultra is powered by the fastest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Privacy Display technology makes it stand out of competition. This built-in solution safeguards your screen from different angles from peaking eyes.

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A fresh leak has given us a clear look at what the Insta360 Luna Ultra might look like before its official debut. A report from Thenewcamera reveals hands-on photos of the upcoming Luna series, along with key specifications pulled from the camera’s on-screen menu.

The Luna lineup, co-developed by Insta360 and Leica, was briefly shown at the NAB Show 2026 recently. However, the reveal was more of a teaser than a full-fledged debut.

The new report, however, shows the device from all angles, along with its software.

Insta360 Luna Series Specifications 

The Luna series is said to use a 1-inch sensor paired with an f/1.8 lens. It also supports 10-bit iLog color and up to 14 stops of dynamic range.

The interface shown in the images lists 8K recording as an option, alongside 4K and 2.7K modes, although it’s not clear if 8K will be fully supported at launch or arrive later through software updates.

What stands out more is the design. The camera appears to use what leaks describe as a “twisted modular design.” The gimbal head can be detached or rotated, suggesting that Insta360 may be experimenting with a more flexible form factor.

There’s also a 2-inch OLED touchscreen that flips and rotates, which should make it easier to shoot selfies or frame shots from awkward angles. Brightness could top out at around 1,000 nits.

The Luna lineup itself is expected to split into two main models. The single-lens variant could be called the Luna Pro. Meanwhile, the dual-lens Insta360 Luna Ultra adds a telephoto module alongside a wide lens for up to 3x optical zoom and 6x lossless zoom. They will go head-to-head with DJI’s Pocket series gimbals.

There’s no official launch date yet, but according to rumors, the gimbals may arrive sometime in May. As DJI waits for regulatory clearance for its Pocket 4, Insta360 may have a short window to make a name for itself in this category.

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Samsung might bring a massive overhaul to the camera specs and placement in its next-gen flagship phone. A new rumor signals that the Galaxy S27 Ultra could offer 3x zoom using 200MP camera, rather than a dedicated sensor.

Credible tipster Ice Universe posted early rumors about the Galaxy S27 Ultra, claiming the 3x telephoto camera may be gone and the 200MP primary camera could handle the zoom – just like 2x optical-quality zoom, digitally.

3x camera is rumored to be gone

Galaxy S27 Ultra may ditch a dedicated 3x telephoto sensor. If true, it’s going to be the biggest camera overhaul in the Galaxy S Ultra lineup after the S20 Ultra.

3x camera sensor hasn’t received any substantial upgrade in recent years. That also signals that the Korean tech giant doesn’t think bringing a dedicated sensor for 3x shooting makes any sense.

In that case, Samsung should use an upgraded primary camera. The ISOCELL HP2 has been repeated since its debut in the Galaxy S23 Ultra. Competition is rising, and that aspect needs a technological upgrade in 2027.

Is Samsung considering triple camera setup?

Cutting the telephoto sensor would help Samsung handle cost pressure. Memory and chipset prices are spiking every day, and that’s not going to stop anytime soon.

Supply chain rumors indicate that Samsung is considering a major camera placement shift in next year’s flagship phones. A preview might be seen in another model, sometime later this year, to gauge the market response.

This will help Samsung align with Apple and Google, which also use three camera sensors on their flagship phones. If Samsung can deliver with just two sensors, there’s no need to bear the burden of an additional sensor.

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The close-up camera of Galaxy S26 Ultra now behaves differently. The month of April was filled with user reports that close-range shots are not reliable, which Samsung acknowledged and fixed on a prompt timeline.

On April 29, Samsung released the second April update to the Galaxy S26 series. The changelog wasn’t as informative as it should have been. However, we assumed the possible inclusion of camera improvements.

Now, Samsung confirmed the second April update for the Galaxy S26 Ultra carries a proper fix for the close-up camera problem. The update has been distributed in South Korea, and probably in the US, too, via Verizon.

Referring to a bug post, Samsung’s camera moderator informed the user that “this issue has been addressed with a fix.” What’s more, the moderator also confirmed that the fix is already rolling out through the latest update.

“This [field of view during close-up shooting] issue has been addressed with a fix and is being provided through the latest software update.”

Since the Galaxy S26 is the most recent launch, Samsung didn’t leave a longer period to develop, test and release the camera fix. The efforts were tremendous, and we also appreciate the community moderator’s communication.

Owners of the S26 Ultra reported a major difference in camera preview and final output. While using 24MP, close-range shots were not reliable. They were cropping from the left and turning an image ratio nearly square.

The best part: the problem has been properly resolved. A fix is already rolling out in South Korea, with Global availability expected soon. Samsung may also, directly, ship May patch that would feature those camera improvements.

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Samsung has yet to fix the Galaxy S26 Ultra close-up camera problem, and we have another response from the camera moderator. This time, the timeline is more precise, and affected users can have a breath of peace.

If your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has been acting weird while shooting close-up shots at 2x zoom, you’re not imagining things. A growing number of users have been flagging a strange capture delay and inconsistent results.

Camera moderators on Samsung’s Korean Community forums have confirmed the bug is real. According to the most recent response, the issue specifically affects the 24-megapixel mode when using 2x zoom in close-up scenarios.

If you compose your shot and wait for a few seconds before pressing the shutter, the camera pipeline misbehaves. Think of it as a brief viewfinder hang that throws off post-processing once the image is captured.

This looks like a timing issue between the preview pipeline and the final image processing stack. The camera likely re-evaluates focus, exposure, or sharpening during that idle window, then fails to sync properly when the shutter is pressed.

Samsung says the fix is already in development and will roll out with the next firmware build. The expected target is the May 2026 security patch. The moderator explicitly pointed to a future release window, not anything currently rolling out.

Right now, Verizon users are receiving a second April update for the Galaxy S26 lineup. While it brings its own set of tweaks and fixes, this camera issue is almost certainly not part of that build.

Until the May patch lands, the workaround is simple. Don’t wait too long before hitting the shutter in 24MP 2x mode, especially for close-ups.

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Selfie camera cutout is a major thing remaining to be innovated on mobile displays, and it looks like Samsung is already on it. It seems Samsung had a way to reduce the Galaxy S26 Ultra selfie camera cutout, but S27 Ultra may adopt it.

Galaxy S26 Ultra was introduced in February 2026, and in particular, it brings a bigger selfie camera hole over its predecessor. The shift results in a wider field of view on the front camera to improve group selfies.

Samsung seems to have had a new technology to shrink the selfie camera cutout, which was skipped on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, reportedly debuting with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and potentially expanding to the Galaxy S27 Ultra.

Recently, tipster IceUniverse revealed that Samsung could use a new technology in the Galaxy Z Fold 8’s cover screen. The new solution significantly reduces the diameter of the hole of the front camera on the display.

With under-display camera tech, which isn’t favorable for premium phones, it’s great to see the hole is getting smaller. Galaxy Z Fold 8 may bring the innovation, which could potentially head to the S27 Ultra next year.

Ice Universe today posted a handful of images of the Galaxy S26 Ultra with its actual selfie camera cutout (4.0mm) and how it could have looked if the Fold 8’s tech (2.5mm) was adopted in it. The difference is big; big enough to flip the script.

That said, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 may bring a preview of the Galaxy S27 Ultra’s possible selfie camera hole. The Unpacked is likely to take place in late July in London, while the Galaxy S event may take place early next year.

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The Galaxy S26 Ultra camera crop mismatch issue is back in focus, and this time it is tied to Samsung’s Close Focus Enhancement feature. Samsung once again acknowledged the problem, and the fix may take more time to arrive.

Galaxy S26 Ultra users are running into a frustrating camera glitch that refuses to stay subtle. What users see in the Viewfinder does not always match what gets saved after post-processing.

The issue is tied to Close Focus Enhancement

The bug shows up when users shoot ultra-close subjects and the phone switches lenses automatically. Close Focus Enhancement is designed to improve macro shots by shifting to a different sensor and adjusting framing.

You frame a subject tightly, hit the shutter, and the saved image ends up slightly zoomed out or reframed. That inconsistency breaks trust in the shooting experience, especially for users relying on precise composition.

Samsung acknowledges the issue but offers no timeline

A moderator on the official Community forums has now acknowledged the bug, via MojoTrick. According to the moderator, Samsung is aware of the discrepancy and is working on improvements; however, no firmware rollout window has been shared.

Not the first time this problem has surfaced

Many Galaxy S26 Ultra users have already reported the close-up camera problem. Like this time, Samsung moderator acknowledged the problem and pledged to provide a firmware update to fix the glitch upon verification.

For now, users are left to work around the issue. If precision matters, it is safer to double-check framing after capture. Keeping the device updated is also key, as fixes will likely arrive through a future firmware rollout.

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