Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has officially appeared on Indonesia’s TKDN (Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri) website, signaling its upcoming release in the local market. This listing confirms that the successor to the Galaxy S25 Ultra has achieved a TKDN score of 37.5%, meeting the Indonesian government’s domestic component content requirements.
Alongside the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus have also been registered earlier on the TKDN site. However, despite clearing this regulatory step, Samsung still needs approval from the Ministry of Communication and Informatics before launching these models in Indonesia. At the moment, none of the Galaxy S26 variants have been recorded in the Kominfo testing database, nor has Samsung officially announced the devices.
Design and Display Upgrades
Leak sources highlight that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will present a redesigned camera island in an oval shape housing four primary lenses. This symmetrical camera layout is a notable change from the more angular design of previous models, offering a more ergonomic and polished appearance. The phone’s body curvature will match the Galaxy S26’s, creating a consistent hand feel across the series.
Samsung will equip the S26 Ultra with Gorilla Glass Victus on both front and back, affirming its premium build quality. The screen will measure a generous 6.9 inches with a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel delivering QHD+ resolution. It supports an adaptive refresh rate up to 120Hz, allowing smoother scrolling and better power efficiency. Furthermore, an AI-powered privacy feature embedded into the OLED panel will help secure the user’s visuals from prying eyes.
Performance and Software Features
Under the hood, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to come with the latest Exynos 2600 chipset for certain Asian markets and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 globally. Both chipsets are built on an advanced 2nm manufacturing process, which translates to improved energy efficiency and stronger performance, especially in AI-focused tasks, with Neural Processing Unit (NPU) capabilities reportedly enhanced by 113%.
Memory configurations will include options up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of internal storage, though the device will lack a microSD card slot. It will run on One UI 8.5, based on Samsung’s Android skin, bringing features like dynamic widgets, battery management through machine learning, and enhanced ecosystem connectivity.
Camera System: Focus on Innovation
The camera package remains a highlight. Rumored to include a 200 MP telephoto sensor, the Galaxy S26 Ultra aims to deliver superior zoom quality, though this sensor’s use is under evaluation and could require new prism technologies to maintain slim camera module thickness. Additionally, the front camera will feature a 12 MP Sony IMX874 sensor, promising sharper and more natural selfies. Camera software enhancements are expected to minimize lens flare and provide natural skin tones for improved photography results.
Battery and Charging
The handset reportedly retains a 5,000 mAh battery capacity, but its efficiency should benefit from the new chipset. Wired charging speed is anticipated to rise substantially to 60W, which can reach approximately 75% capacity in just 30 minutes. Wireless charging technology will also see improvements, upgrading to 25W with magnetic case support similar to Apple’s MagSafe.
Price Expectations and Market Positioning
In the U.S. market, the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s starting price is estimated to be around $1,299. In Indonesia, the retail price is predicted to range between Rp 23,000,000 and Rp 25,000,000 (approximately $1,350 to $1,460), depending on the selected RAM and storage options. Samsung intends to keep the pricing in line with previous generation models, maintaining competitive positioning against rivals like Apple and leading Chinese brands.
Anticipated Launch and Pre-order
The official unveiling is expected on February 25, 2026, with Samsung likely opening pre-orders on the same day. This timeline suggests that Samsung is strategically planning to capture early sales momentum while solidifying the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s place as a flagship contender.
As Samsung completes regulatory approvals and prepares to announce the device, consumers and tech enthusiasts can look forward to a new flagship that leverages advanced hardware, a refined design, and enhanced AI-driven experiences while retaining familiar Samsung flagship quality.
