Samsung Galaxy W26

Networks

Supports:
GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
It means that it supports 5G fifth-generation networks.

Launch

• was launched in China in October 2025.
• device is intended for the Chinese market as part of the premium Samsung W series.

Design and materials

• Foldable Book Design.
• Gold accents on the frame, hinge and camera rings.
• ألوان:
  • Danxi Red
  • Xuan Yao Black
• Thickness when opened: approximately 4.2 مم
• Thickness when folded: approximately 8.9 مم
• Weight: Approximately 215 grams

device is considered a very luxurious version of the Fold, not just an ordinary mobile phone; the design is made for a customer who loves rarity and a luxurious formal look.

The internal screen

• Size: 8.0 inch
• Type: Foldable AMOLED
• Refresh rate: 120Hz

indoor monitor is very suitable for productivity, reading documents, multitasking, viewing content, and managing files.

The external screen

• Size: 6.5 inches
• Type: AMOLED
• Refresh rate: 120Hz

external screen is very practical and allows you to use the device like a regular mobile phone without needing to open it every time.

Performance

• The therapist: Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy
• Ram: 16GB
• Storage:
  • 512GB
  • 1TB

offers very strong performance, suitable for multitasking, gaming, running multiple apps simultaneously, photography, Galaxy AI, and heavy use. A key difference from some Fold7 versions is that the W26 comes with... 16GB RAM in both versions, and this gives a clear advantage in multitasking.

The rear cameras

The main camera

200MP
is the main camera, suitable for high detail, everyday photography, and portraiture.

Remaining System

device is built on specifications very close to the Galaxy Z Fold7, so the cameras are geared towards a strong Fold experience, but its biggest strength is not being the best phone camera, but rather combining luxury, a large screen, and productivity.

Photography Features

• 200MP Main Camera
• Samsung Image Processor
• Photography suitable for social media and everyday content
• The ability to use the rear cameras as selfies with the external screen

Galaxy AI

device offers Galaxy AI features and comes with exclusive tools such as Smart Collectionwhich helps to group images and text within a dedicated space to facilitate organization and use.

Satellite Communication

supports satellite communication and messaging in China via a system Tiantong.

Important note:

This feature is specifically for China, and it does not necessarily work outside of China or on imported copies.

Battery and charging

• Battery: 4400mAh
• Wired Charging: 25W

battery is acceptable for a slim and lightweight Fold, but it's not huge compared to Chinese competitors. The 25W charging is slow compared to many devices that offer 66W, 80W, and 100W.

Price

in China:

• نسخة 16GB + 512GB at a price of approximately 16,999 yuan
• نسخة 16GB + 1TB at a price of approximately 18,999 yuan

means approximately from \$2380 to \$2660 according to the version and exchange rate.

The short summary

Strengths:

• A rare and luxurious design made for China.
• is based on the Galaxy Z Fold7.
• Large 8-inch indoor monitor.
• 6.5 inch outdoor monitor.
• Very lightweight fold: about 215 grams.
• Very thin thickness: 8.9 mm folded.
• Snapdragon 8 Elite processor for Galaxy.
• has 16GB RAM in both versions.
• 200MP main camera.
• Galaxy AI Features.
• Satellite communication and messaging in China.
• Luxurious colors and gold accents.

Weaknesses:

• is exclusive to the Chinese market.
• The price is too high.
• Battery 4400mAh only.
• 25W charging is slow compared to competitors.
• Certain services or features may be geared towards China.
• Does not support a memory card.
• is not the best choice if the priority is a huge battery or fast charging.

The most suitable client for him:
is someone who wants a rare and luxurious Samsung Fold, with a formal and unique design, suitable for work, meetings, multitasking, and a sophisticated appearance… and he doesn’t care about the high price or slow charging.