The Samsung Galaxy S25 series, the current non-foldable flagship smartphone lineup, features rear camera rings with a distinct design compared to its predecessor, the Galaxy S24 series.
The Galaxy S25 models utilize black rings with concentric circles, resembling a vinyl record, contrasting with the plain silver rings of the Galaxy S24. These S25 rings have been observed to detach easily.
Future Design Indications
Information concerning Samsung’s forthcoming non-foldable flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26 series, suggests a departure from the "vinyl record" camera ring design. Leaks indicate a return to a design similar to that of the Galaxy S24 series.
Tipster Ice Universe has reportedly viewed a component of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. According to Ice Universe, the device will replace the vinyl record-style camera rings with "metal rings." These new rings are described as visually similar to those on Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max, though stated to be notably narrower.