New information has surfaced regarding the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, suggesting that it will come equipped with the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chipset and will run on One UI 8.5 based on Android 16.
A leaked firmware file found on Samsung's server points towards the development of One UI 8.5 specifically for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, indicating Samsung's commitment to providing the latest software experience for its flagship devices.
The firmware references the serial number PMK8850, believed to correspond to Qualcomm's next-gen flagship processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2. This follows the pattern of the S25 Ultra utilizing the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip.
While the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature the Snapdragon chipset, the S26+ and standard S26 models may be powered by Samsung's own Exynos 2600 SoC, known for its impressive CPU and GPU performance. Reports also suggest improvements in thermal management for the Exynos 2600.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Samsung Galaxy S26 lineup as new information continues to emerge.
