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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra SIM Tray Leak Suggests Availability in Four Distinct Colours

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The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is widely rumoured to make its global and India debut in February, although Samsung has not yet officially confirmed the flagaship lineup. Ahead of any announcement, a new leak has surfaced online, offering an early look at the possible colour options for the premium Galaxy S26 Ultra model. The leak suggests Samsung may introduce the device in multiple bold and classic shades.

According to well-known tipster Ice Universe, images of the alleged SIM trays of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra were shared on X. These images appear to reveal four distinct colourways — black, white, blue, and purple. Since SIM trays usually match the body colour of the phone, they often provide a reliable hint about the final retail shades of upcoming devices.

Adding more context, tipster @AhmedQwaider888 claimed in a separate post that violet will be the “hero colour” of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This suggests Samsung may heavily promote this shade in marketing materials. However, the leaked colours may not represent the entire lineup, as Samsung traditionally offers exclusive colour variants through its official online store.

For comparison, the current Galaxy S25 Ultra is available in Titanium Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Silverblue, and Titanium Whitesilver, along with online-exclusive shades such as Titanium Jadegreen, Titanium Jetblack, and Titanium Pinkgold. Interestingly, earlier leaks also hinted at an orange colour variant for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, similar to the Cosmic Orange finish seen on recent iPhone Pro models. However, this shade does not appear in the latest SIM tray leak, leaving its availability uncertain for now.

Global Smartphone Shipments Rise 2.3% YoY in Q4 2025 Despite Memory Shortages, Boosting Apple LED Market (IDC)

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Global smartphone shipments recorded modest but meaningful growth in the fourth quarter of 2025, rising 2.3 percent year-over-year despite ongoing supply-side pressures, according to International Data Corporation (IDC). The market showed resilience in the face of a persistent memory chip shortage, logistical constraints, and cautious consumer spending in several regions. For the full year 2025, worldwide smartphone shipments reached 1.26 billion units, signaling a gradual recovery after periods of stagnation.

Premium devices played a major role in driving this growth, as consumers continued to prioritize high-end features and longer replacement cycles. Foldable smartphones gained wider acceptance, contributing to higher average selling prices and renewed interest in flagship models. Additionally, accelerated purchasing activity ahead of expected price increases helped lift shipments toward the end of the year, particularly in developed markets.

Apple and Samsung emerged as the strongest performers during the quarter, recording the highest growth rates among the top five smartphone brands. Apple led the global market for the third consecutive year, shipping 81.3 million units in Q4 2025 and capturing a 24.2 percent market share. The strong performance was fueled by demand for the iPhone 17 series and solid sales momentum in China and other key regions.

Samsung followed closely, shipping 61.2 million units and securing an 18.2 percent share of the global market, supported by a broad portfolio spanning premium and mid-range devices. Chinese manufacturers Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo rounded out the top five, maintaining competitive positions through aggressive pricing and strong distribution networks, particularly in emerging markets.

Apple Tops Global Smartphone Market With 20% Share in 2025, Counterpoint Says

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Apple led the global smartphone market in 2025 with a 20% share, as worldwide shipments grew 2% year-on-year, driven by stronger demand and improving economic momentum in emerging markets, according to data released by Counterpoint Research on Monday.

Apple’s performance was supported by solid demand across emerging and mid-sized markets, alongside strong sales of its latest iPhone 17 series, said Counterpoint analyst Varun Mishra. The company claimed the largest market share among the world’s top five smartphone brands during the year.

Counterpoint noted that smartphone manufacturers front-loaded shipments earlier in 2025 to get ahead of potential tariff impacts. However, this effect faded as the year progressed, leaving shipment volumes in the second half of the year largely unchanged.

Samsung ranked second globally with a 19% market share, posting modest shipment growth. Xiaomi followed in third place with a 13% share, buoyed by steady demand in emerging markets, the research firm said.

Looking ahead, Counterpoint warned that the global smartphone market could face headwinds in 2026. Research director Tarun Pathak said shipments are expected to soften due to chip shortages and rising component costs, as semiconductor manufacturers increasingly prioritize supplying processors for AI data centres over smartphones.