Galaxy S26 seems awfully familiar...

Leaks suggest the Samsung Galaxy S26 is barely an upgrade, but I think I know why. I dive into how the iPhone 17's aggressive pricing and skyrocketing RAM costs are forcing Samsung into a corner regarding next-gen specs.

🗣️ Original Reddit thread:   / damn_the_new_phone_is_fire_should_i_upgrade  
🍎 Apple's pricing influence: https://www.androidauthority.com/sams...
💻 RAM shortage explainer: https://www.techradar.com/pro/why-is-...
📺 Early Galaxy S26 leaks explained:    • Goodbye, Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus?  

Timestamps:
00:00 - Why Galaxy S26 rumors are disappointing
01:00 - Reacting to the Reddit backlash
02:49 - Spec showdown: S25 Plus vs. S26 Plus
04:30 - The Apple factor: How the iPhone 17 hurts Samsung
06:47 - The RAM pricing crisis
07:47 - Samsung's impossible choice
09:12 - Should you wait for the Galaxy S26?
09:35 - The one BIG reason to wait for the S26 Ultra
11:15 - Final verdict: Price hike vs. stagnation

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