Samsung Galaxy S27 dummy units could change what we thought we knew about the upcoming flagships — but I'm not convinced these are accurate and here's why

Recently, more Samsung Galaxy S27 dummy units have surfaced online, sparking controversy as they don't align with previous leaks or other previously seen dummy units. These units, showcased by Sonny Dickson, include the Galaxy S27 Ultra, S27 Pro, and S27 Plus. However, the Ultra and Pro models appear to have four cameras, contradicting reports that the real devices will feature a triple-lens setup. Sonny Dickson's track record is usually reliable, but this time, his dummy units seem inaccurate.

Ice Universe, a well-known Samsung leaker, confirmed the same observation, stating that the upper right corner camera on the S27 Pro and Ultra does not exist. This contradicts earlier rumors suggesting Samsung will opt for a triple-lens rear camera system. Samsung has historically equipped its Ultra phones with four rear cameras, so some might have assumed the S27 Ultra would follow that trend. However, recent rumors indicate a change in design, leading to the possibility of a more conventional triple-lens setup.

The question remains: which source is accurate? While multiple leaks mention the S27 Ultra having a single telephoto camera, no such detail has been mentioned for the Ultra or Pro models. Only Samsung holds the definitive information, and it won't divulge it until the Galaxy Unpacked event in January. This serves as a reminder to be cautious when believing rumors about upcoming phones.

Leakers may be mistaken either intentionally or unintentionally, or circumstances could change, leading to inaccurate information. Therefore, we must wait and see how the situation unfolds until January.