Galaxy Tab S12 Plus design leak: Lack of innovation stands out
Samsung's new tablet series design appears nearly identical to its predecessor.
1Leaked design reveals little change
A live image of the Galaxy Tab S12 Plus surfaced in a South Korean certification database. The photo shows the tablet with nearly identical thick bezels as the previous Tab S11 model. The front camera remains housed within the bezel.
2Innovation expectations unmet
The leak suggests the Tab S12 Plus lacks expected design improvements like a punch-hole camera or thinner bezels. This indicates Samsung may continue with its current tablet design language for the new series.
3Product launch timeline
The certification process suggests the Galaxy Tab S12 series will launch in late 2026, likely in September following previous models. Model numbers were also spotted in India's BIS database, another key certification milestone.
4No battery change for Ultra model
Reports claim the Tab S12 Ultra will retain the 11,600mAh battery capacity and 45W fast charging support. It's expected to feature a 14.6-inch display and Android 17.
5Potential camera design change
One UI 9 test software animations showed a punch-hole camera design replacing the notch. However, it remains unclear which models will receive this change and when it might be implemented.
6Samsung's tablet strategy
The leaks suggest Samsung is following an incremental update strategy for its tablet series. While consumers expect more radical design changes, the company appears focused on maintaining the current form factor with minor improvements.