Samsung is experimenting with various camera technologies for the Galaxy S26 smartphones, which are expected to be released next year. The company tests variable aperture lenses for the Galaxy S26 Ultra model. Engineers also work on modular lenses that attach using magnets or RFID tags. Samsung focuses on making camera modules thinner through the use of inkjet printing methods. These changes could make phones slimmer without losing camera quality.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics division plans to use matte ink inside camera lens modules instead of regular films. Current films prevent light problems like flare and ghosting during photo capture. The inkjet printing process applies matte ink to rib surfaces between lenses and module interiors. Ribs hold lenses in place but can cause unwanted light reflections that create image defects. Matte ink creates barriers that block problematic light paths.
Samsung filed a patent for this inkjet printing technique back in 2018. The Elec reports that the Galaxy S26 series will likely feature this thickness reduction method. Camera modules become thinner when matte ink replaces traditional film materials. The Galaxy S26 Edge model could benefit from a slimmer camera design. Reduced thickness might allow larger batteries without making phones bulkier.
Samsung Electro-Mechanics division plans to use matte ink inside camera lens modules instead of regular films. Current films prevent light problems like flare and ghosting during photo capture. The inkjet printing process applies matte ink to rib surfaces between lenses and module interiors. Ribs hold lenses in place but can cause unwanted light reflections that create image defects. Matte ink creates barriers that block problematic light paths.
Samsung filed a patent for this inkjet printing technique back in 2018. The Elec reports that the Galaxy S26 series will likely feature this thickness reduction method. Camera modules become thinner when matte ink replaces traditional film materials. The Galaxy S26 Edge model could benefit from a slimmer camera design. Reduced thickness might allow larger batteries without making phones bulkier.
