With major phone launches for 2026 largely behind us, attention is turning to Samsung’s expected Galaxy S27 lineup. Rumors point to four models: the Galaxy S27, S27 Plus, S27 Ultra and a new S27 Pro. A redesign has also been reported, but the phones’ features have not been confirmed. Here are seven upgrades that would make the range more compelling.
First is greater battery capacity. Samsung’s Galaxy S Ultra batteries have remained at 5,000 mAh since 2020, while silicon-carbon technology could allow more capacity without making a battery larger. Reports suggest the S27 Ultra could reach 5,700 mAh and the S27 Pro 5,200 mAh. Capacity details for the standard and Plus models are not known; the article argues they should improve on the S26’s 4,300 mAh and 4,900 mAh batteries.
The lineup could also benefit from built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging. Samsung phones support Qi2 charging technology but rely on compatible cases for magnetic attachment. A redesign would offer an opportunity to add the magnets directly, though no such change has been confirmed.
Another suggested improvement concerns the Privacy Display, introduced on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The feature can dim the screen and narrow viewing angles even when privacy mode is off, according to the article. Better brightness and viewing angles, along with more control over which parts of the display are obscured, would address those drawbacks.
Camera upgrades are also on the wish list, particularly for the S27 and S27 Plus. The article calls for a higher-resolution ultrawide camera, ideally close to 50 megapixels, and says telephoto improvements would be welcome. For the Ultra, it points to variable zoom and a variable-aperture lens as potential advanced features, while noting that variable zoom has been rumored for several years.
Charging speeds are another area where the standard and Plus models could improve. The Galaxy S26 charges at 25W and the S26 Plus at 45W, while the S26 Ultra reached 60W. The article argues that the next generation should bring faster charging to the lower-tier models, even if the Ultra remains at 60W.
The rumored S27 Pro would also need a clear role. Positioned between the Plus and Ultra, it risks overlapping with both unless Samsung gives it a distinct mix of features and price. The goal, the article says, should be to justify the model without weakening the Plus or pushing the Ultra’s price higher.
Finally, the article calls for Samsung to avoid raising prices again. It notes that several S26 models cost more than their S25 equivalents and that the S26 Ultra’s official price reached $1,400. Whether Samsung can hold prices steady for the S27 range remains unknown.
Sources: Tom's Guide.