Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Coming soon
The Galaxy S26 Ultra will soon become Samsung's top flagship, and it might be worth waiting for. A privacy-focused display, Qi2 charging support, and Qualcomm's latest and greatest processor highlight the list of rumored improvements for the upcoming smartphone.
Pros
- Privacy Display might limit prying eyes when you need it most
- Qi2 magnetic charging could finally arrive
- Fresh, ergonomic design changes might happen
- Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
- Seven years of full Android OS upgades
Cons
- Could debut later in 2026 than usual
- Might come with a price hike compared to Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Weight could be a problem
OnePlus 15
A strong contender
The OnePlus 15 lacks some features that gave its predecessor a leg up over Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra. Still, the phone is well-positioned to challenge the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. It will offer significantly-longer battery life while achieving similar, if not better, overall performance.
Pros
- Larger 7,300mAh silicon-carbon battery
- Also powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip
- Improved photo processing engine
- 165Hz display for superb gaming performance
Cons
- Display is lower-res to accommodate the higher refresh rates
- Ditches classic OnePlus design
- Lacks inbuilt magnets for Qi2
