Brace yourself for a potential price hike on the Samsung Galaxy S26, but there's a glimmer of hope for the S26 Ultra!
Leaked details suggest that most Galaxy S26 models might be getting a price increase, including the basic specs for all three versions. The sources, Dealabs and Winfuture's Roland Quandt, have revealed slightly different figures, possibly due to regional pricing variations within the Eurozone.
Here's where it gets interesting: The standard Galaxy S26 Ultra seems to be the exception, with its price remaining stable. However, the other models and storage options are looking at a potential price hike.
We've seen these price increases before, but this one feels different. The likely cause? The global AI boom has led to a shortage of RAM and storage chips, a phenomenon some are calling RAMageddon.
But can we trust these numbers? These leaked prices align with other recent rumors, including an earlier one from Roland Quandt, who suggested potential price drops for certain models. However, the new figures also match claims that the Galaxy S26 Ultra's price won't increase in Korea, but its higher storage versions will.
And this is the part most people miss: These are European prices, so the price increases might be exclusive to Europe. While this is a relief for U.S. customers, it's a bummer for millions of potential European buyers.
There's a silver lining, though! Samsung is reportedly bringing back its free storage upgrade promotion during the pre-order window, allowing users to get more storage for the same price. However, there's a catch: this deal might not be available in the U.S. this year.
The Galaxy Unpacked event, kicking off soon, will reveal the truth behind these rumors. Stay tuned to our live blog for all the latest updates!
So, what do you think? Is this price hike justified, or is it a result of the global AI boom? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
