When Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra, many enthusiasts sighed: it seemed like an incremental upgrade with no real novelty. After months of daily use, however, the perception shifted. The phone impressed with its reliability, battery life, and excellent display. But now that rumors about the Galaxy S27 Ultra are starting to circulate, the desire for something more is growing. The strongest demand concerns the camera system, which despite good lenses did not deliver the generational leap expected.
A more versatile main sensor with less software artifacts
The Galaxy S26 Ultra takes excellent photos in good light, but still struggles in mixed lighting conditions. Rumors suggest Samsung is working on a new custom sensor for the S27 Ultra. Users ask for a reduction in software artifacts, especially in texture handling and fine details. Computational processing has come a long way, but sometimes produces an unnatural 'painterly' effect. If Samsung can combine a larger sensor with more natural imaging algorithms, it could finally compete head-to-head with Google Pixel and new iPhones. Another pain point is zoom. The 10x optical zoom is good, but beyond 30x quality drops significantly. A periscope telephoto with variable aperture could make a difference for nighttime long-distance shots.
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Video recording must reach competitor levels
While still photography has room for improvement, video is where Samsung lags most. The Galaxy S26 Ultra records 8K at 30fps, but stabilization is not flawless and lens switching is not smooth. Videographers want an ultra-wide sensor with better autofocus and the ability to record 8K at 60fps without cropping, plus native log format support for greater post-production flexibility. Audio is another weak point: microphones capture well but suffer from wind noise. Samsung could integrate active wind noise cancellation via software. For the Galaxy S27 Ultra, the video package needs to become a strength, not a compromise.
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A larger battery and faster charging to support new features
The Galaxy S26 Ultra offers decent battery life, but with intensive camera use and a 120Hz display, it barely lasts a full day. Users want a cell of at least 6000 mAh and 65W wired charging, as seen on some Chinese competitors. 45W wireless charging would be welcome. Additionally, cooling is crucial: prolonged video recording sessions cause overheating and throttling. Samsung could adopt a larger vapor chamber or active cooling. This is not just about specs but about user experience. The Galaxy S27 Ultra must be a reliable companion throughout the day, without battery anxiety.
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While we await official confirmation, these requests represent the desire of a community that loves the brand but refuses to settle. Samsung has the opportunity to listen and innovate. For more comparisons with the flagship market, read our article on OnePlus Nord CE 6 and see how competitors are moving. For a deeper look at the technology landscape, visit the Wikipedia page on Samsung Galaxy S.
Source: https://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s26-ultra-user-what-i-want-from-s27-ultra-3683177
