Meet Galaxy S26 Ultra, an AI phone featuring a customized processor that transforms your experience, our brightest camera system and the world's first built-in Privacy Display on mobile — all in the palm of your hand to enhance your everyday life.
MEET YOUR NEW AI PHONE
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Refined Design
Introducing a new glass camera island that flows seamlessly into the device as part of a more refined design.Galaxy S26 Ultra in Cobalt Violet is seen from the side. As it rotates, the rear cameras are seen. Next, three more devices in Sky Blue, White and Black fan out from the original device and are also seen from the back. S Pen slides into view.
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Privacy Display
Galaxy S26 Ultra is seen being held in a hand. When viewed straight on, the main screen is visible. When the user rotates the viewing angle to the side, the main screen dims and becomes less visible. When the viewing angle returns to show the screen straight on, the contents are visible again.
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Performance
Galaxy S26 Ultra's customized chip is seen with NPU, GPU, CPU and Customized Image Enhancer. As it falls, light flows to the rest of the chipboard. Zooming out, the main screen of Galaxy S26 Ultra is seen. The original chip transforms to say AI.
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Nightography Video
Close up of Galaxy S26 Ultra's rear camera is seen. Zooming inside the lens, it transforms to a video being shot in low light. Thanks to Nightography, details remain vivid and clear.
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Photo Assist
A photo of a dog is seen. In Photo Assist, the user can describe what to change by inputting a text prompt. After typing 'Make this his birthday party', the Generate button is pressed. Galaxy AI transforms the photo by adding various birthday themed accessories on and around the dog.
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PERFORMANCE
Our most powerful processor, customized for Galaxy
Galaxy S26 Ultra's customized chip is seen with NPU, GPU, CPU and Customized Image Enhancer. As it falls, light flows to the rest of the chipboard. Zooming out, the main screen of Galaxy S26 Ultra is seen. The original chip transforms to say AI.
Meet the latest and most powerful processor ever on Galaxy. It's engineered to unlock the full potential of Galaxy AI for heavy multitaskers, powering a customized image enhancer that sharpens and smooths visuals across apps and content in real time. Plus, a 39% boost to the advanced NPU and 24% greater graphics processing handles the most demanding titles for mobile gamers.
- NPU 39 % faster AI performance
- GPU 24 % improved graphics performance
- CPU 19 % faster processing
than Galaxy S25 Ultra
The world’s first Privacy Display on mobile
Meet your built-in privacy screen, only on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Just manually switch on, and Privacy Display will use innovative technology to protect your private information by hiding your full screen from other people's view. Or, you can choose what you want to hide such as certain apps, all incoming notifications or for when you need to enter PINs and passwords in Settings, Lock Screen or Secure Folder.
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Close up of the screen of Galaxy S26 Ultra. A text message conversation is seen active on the screen. The device rotates slightly to the side and the whole screen becomes hidden from view.
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Close up of the screen of Galaxy S26 Ultra. An incoming notification is seen at the top of the screen. The device rotates slightly to the side and the notification becomes hidden from view because Privacy Display's settings have been customized.
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Instantly activate or deactivate Privacy Display from the Quick Panel, so your screen stays for your eyes only whenever you need it.
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Go beyond the Quick Panel and set Privacy Display to turn on or off with a double press of the Side button. Enable it in Settings under Advanced features for faster control.
Upscale your viewing experience
The display's color depth processing precision makes a leap by 4 times, leveraging our advanced mobile Digital Natural Image engine (mDNIe) to ensure you see color and gradation exactly as the creator intended. From the deepest tones to the most vibrant hues, it enables a substantial boost in graphical performance. ProScaler also enhances details thanks to AI processing improvements, resulting in clearer images.
A before and after comparison depicts ProScaler effects. Color is also more enhanced with improved mDNIe technology.
Play it cool with our largest Vapor Chamber ever8
A new Vapor Chamber is seen horizontally. Galaxy S26 Ultra comes into view underneath and Vapor Chamber is seen dissipating heat more efficiently. It then disappears into the device and a game is seen being played on the main screen. Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy.
Galaxy S26 Ultra is built for demanding sessions, whether you're running heavy-spec games or using Galaxy AI. Powered by Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, it delivers amplified gaming performance with fast, smooth and highly responsive gameplay. And with advanced thermal management from the new Vapor Chamber design, heat is dissipated faster and more efficiently than ever before. Alongside the tailored thermal interface material (TIM), the enhanced cooling system enables 21% greater thermal performance. Vulkan-optimized games also effectively render light and shadows while ray tracing creates 3D images with more realistic colors and reflections — further enhanced by the device’s powerful Snapdragon processor customized for Galaxy.,,
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Keep your favorites close with up to 1 TB
Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with three storage options: up to 1 TB with 16 GB of memory and 512 GB or 256 GB with 12 GB of memory, so you can choose the capacity that fits how you use your phone. Choose 1 TB if you are a power user who loves gaming, captures hi-res videos often or downloads large apps without slowing down your phone. Or pick between 256 GB and 512 GB to keep your favorite photos and essential apps for daily use.
CAMERA
Clear and bright, even at night
Close up of Galaxy S26 Ultra's rear camera is seen. Zooming inside the lens, it transforms to a video being shot in low light. Thanks to Nightography, details remain vivid and clear.
Galaxy S26 Ultra sets a new benchmark for Nightography with wider apertures and noise reduction that deliver clear and detailed videos in low-light environments. The Wide camera now features a 47% brighter aperture that opens to F1.4, while the Telephoto camera opens to F2.9 for 37% improved brightness. When shooting videos at night, our advanced AP provides noise reduction on individual noise patterns unique to each sensor type, ensuring each frame remains sharp and vibrant. So you can confidently record cinematic moments after sunset, from bustling city streets to intimate gatherings, with more details than before.,
Parts of one of Galaxy S26 Ultra's camera lenses are seen coming together to reveal the full camera system on the back of the device. Another device appears from behind the first one and is seen from the main screen.
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50 MP F1.9 Ultra Wide
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200 MP F1.4 Wide 2x Optical Quality Zoom
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50 MP F2.9 Telephoto 5x Optical Zoom & 10x Optical Quality Zoom
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10 MP F2.4 Telephoto 3x Optical Zoom
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12 MP F2.2 Selfie Camera
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Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 200 MP Wide F1.4
- 50 MP Ultra Wide F1.9
- 50 MP Telephoto F2.9
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- 108 MP Wide F1.8
- 12 MP Ultra Wide F2.2
- 10 MP Telephoto F4.9
- 200 MP Wide F1.7
- 12 MP Ultra Wide F2.2
- 10 MP Telephoto F4.9
- 200 MP Wide F1.7
- 12 MP Ultra Wide F2.2
- 50 MP Telephoto F3.4
- 200 MP Wide F1.7
- 50 MP Ultra Wide F1.9
- 50 MP Telephoto F3.4
Super Steady Video. Even on the go
Super Steady's Horizontal Lock feature combines expanded optical angles with gyro and acceleration sensors to recognize the direction of gravity and keep your shots level, even if you rotate a full 360°. Whether you're on rocky trails or chasing your fastest finish, get smoother, shake-free videos every time.
A video is about to be shot on Galaxy S26 Ultra. In Super Steady, the user presses the Horizontal Lock icon and then presses record. Next, device is seen from the back as it is held by someone who is running. Then, the screen shows the user is recording a pet running. Even as they both run, the video remains level.
High resolution with Ultra 200 MP
Built around a 200 MP Wide camera sensor and enhanced by our ProVisual Engine, Galaxy S26 Ultra is engineered to capture the finest details. High-resolution image data is analyzed in real time to maintain crisp textures and clarity across the whole scene for rich, true-to-life photos.
Space Zoom. See the unseen
Bring far away into focus, from 1x optical perfection to staggering 100x AI-powered Space Zoom — stabilizing your view and enhancing clarity instantly.
A photo is being shot at 100 times zoom. Then, 10 times zoom, 3 times zoom, 0.6 times zoom and 30 times zoom. Whether zoomed in or out, details remain clear with Space Zoom.
Make every selfie your best shot
Galaxy S26 Ultra's front camera now features an AI image signal processor (ISP) for more natural selfies with highlights and shadows where they should be — true to your natural skin tone and other details such as hair and eyebrows, just as your eyes see them.
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Galaxy AI
Photo Assist.
Studio-level edits. Built inA photo of a dog is seen. In Photo Assist, the user can describe what to change by inputting a text prompt. After typing 'Make this his birthday party', the Generate button is pressed. Galaxy AI transforms the photo by adding various birthday themed accessories on and around the dog.
Get quick and easy photo editing with just a few words and AI. Add objects, such as accessories on photos of your pet by naturally describing the edits you wish to make, and Galaxy AI will realize your vision in minutes.
From photos to stickers in a tap
Open Creative Studio and discover a dedicated space to create sticker sets. Mix sketches or photos with text that match your imagination. With a simple text description or a rough sketch outline, Galaxy AI produces the creations. Then, add the set to your keyboard or share it with your friends.
Real-time suggestions when you need it
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Now Nudge
Powered by Galaxy AI, all-new Now Nudge can pick up on context on your screen and prompt you with helpful shortcuts. It intelligently minimizes the steps to your next action and even provides Autofill suggestions. Photos can be found and sent more easily. If someone asks for pictures from a recent trip, Now Nudge will understand which snaps you'll need and find them for you. It'll then take you to these specific photos in your Gallery, allowing you to select and send in just a few taps.
During a text conversation, someone asks for photos from a trip to Seoul. Now Nudge intelligently prompts the user with a Share photos button. When pressed, a search bar with the keywords Seoul photos appears and then a Gallery pop up shows the relevant photos. The user can then view and select photos. Once selected, they can be sent instantly to the friend.
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Now Brief
Keep your day simplified with Now Brief. It can now track your day-to-day and understand your habits better than before. Exercise playlist recommendations and reminders about important events, like booking details and special travel moments, are now all available as bite-sized briefs sent throughout the day.,
A widget from Now Brief is seen on the main screen of Galaxy S26 Ultra. It is letting the user know that their pet hasn't had enough walk time today. Now Brief's widgets scroll across to show two other notifications. Next, a birthday reminder and then, flight reservation details.
Bixby.
Smart help, always availableNeed help fast? Ask Bixby. It’s your personal device controller, now with the power to deliver a guide to help you learn how to use features and adjust settings for added convenience. If it's quick answers you need, it will even search the web for you in response to your natural, conversation-like questions.
Bixby helps you change device settings quickly and easily. Bixby is listening for a command. The user tells Bixby that they don't want people around them to see their screen. Bixby toggles on Privacy Display and lets the user know that Privacy Display has been turned on.
ONE UI 8.5
Your Galaxy. Your way
Built to adapt to you, One UI 8.5 personalizes your Galaxy based on how you use it day-to-day. Designed to be simple and intuitive, contextual reminders from Now Brief and intelligent suggestions from all-new Now Nudge and AI Select make daily tasks easier in just a tap.,,
Privacy by default. Protected by Knox
We’re committed to protecting your information, while providing transparency about how it’s used and shared.
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On-device Protection
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Tailored Controls
Take control over your Galaxy AI. You decide where it gets processed, either on-device or in the cloud.
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Connected Security
Knox Matrix Trust Chain technology provides security across Galaxy connected devices so you can monitor the security of other devices right from your Galaxy smartphone.
CIRCLE TO SEARCH
Circle it, find it
A full-length video of three women is seen, and one of their outfits is circled. Next, a pop-up of Google's AI Overview results explaining what the person is wearing, including a button that allows the user to find the look. The button is pressed, and shopping links for similar items of clothing and accessories from the outfits are seen along with descriptions.
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WHY SWITCH TO GALAXY
Imagine where our most powerful devices could take you. Switch to Galaxy and discover a world where all of your technology works together seamlessly, keeping you connected and in control.
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Smart Switch
With Smart Switch, you can transfer photos, videos, contacts, notes, calendar events, other apps and even device settings effortlessly from iOS.,, Learn more
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Quick Share
Use the Quick Share feature to easily send files between devices within or outside of the Galaxy, including Android OS, PCs and Apple devices.,, Learn more
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Try Galaxy
Experience the latest Galaxy AI features and One UI in the Try Galaxy app or at trygalaxy.com. Learn more
Find your Galaxy
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Go to Find your GalaxyGALAXY ECOSYSTEM
Hi-Fi duet that keeps you in sync
Pair Galaxy S26 Ultra with Galaxy Buds4 Pro for an effortless sound setup. Whether you’re listening to Hi-Fi audio or making Super Clear calls, it’s a seamless ecosystem designed to keep everything connected and keep you moving.
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ACCESSORIES
Show your magnetic style
Our super-fast wireless chargers, alongside Magnet Cases, keep your phone in an optimal charging position.
By using more recycled materials and expanding renewable energy efforts, we’re proving innovation can be both powerful and responsible. Paired with what you do every day, it’s progress that truly makes a difference.
SAMSUNG BROWSER
Browse seamlessly with Galaxy AI
Experience secure, efficient browsing with Galaxy AI, seamless Mobile-PC connectivity and intelligent features.
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Discover what benefits you can get
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Peace of mind today, lasting value tomorrow
Keep your Samsung Galaxy device safe with Samsung Care+ ― the ultimate protection for unexpected incidents, optimized for your device needs and mobile lifestyle. Enjoy convenient and fast repairs with genuine parts, an extended warranty and expert support at home and abroad, ensuring lasting protection and value for your Galaxy devices.39
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Galaxy S26 Ultra Frequently Asked Questions
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Galaxy S26 Ultra stands out as the ultimate productivity and media powerhouse, making it a versatile all-in-one device for creators and power users in 2026.
- It combines a 6.9-inch anti-reflective display with a refined Armor Aluminum frame that includes rounded ergonomic corners.
- The 200 MP camera system a wider F1.4 aperture offers clearer pictures even at night.
- The powerful Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy is customized especially for Galaxy with improved NPU, GPU and CPU for smoother graphics.
- In a world first on mobile, all-new built-in Privacy Display provides added privacy when you’re out in public ensuring any personal details that are on your screen remain safe.,,,,,
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Galaxy S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra are all unified with their sleek design, cosmic colorways and Galaxy AI, but bear some differences that are built to cater to various needs.
- Galaxy S26 Ultra has a 6.9-inch display and a 200 MP camera. Its typical battery capacity is 5000 mAh for all-day power with 31 hours of video playback. It also has a built-in Privacy Display for peace of mind when you're in crowded places.
- Galaxy S26+ has a 6.7-inch display and a 50 MP camera. Its typical capacity is 4900 mAh with 31 hours of video playback.
- Galaxy S26 has a 6.3-inch display and a 50 MP camera. Its typical battery capacity is 4300 mAh with 30 hours of video playback.,,,,
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Privacy Display is a built-in privacy screen that uses innovative technology to protect your device's display from prying eyes in public places.
- When activated, the screen's pixels move dynamically to keep the display visible when you look at it straight on, but then appear dimmed when seen from the side by the people around you.
- You can have the full screen hidden from view.
- Or choose the custom settings instead, and set Privacy Display to activate only for notifications or certain apps.
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There are a few ways to access Privacy Display to switch it on or off, and you can customize it based on your personal preferences.
- You can instantly toggle Privacy Display on and off via the Quick Panel. You can also set a Side button double-press shortcut in Settings > Advanced features for even faster access.
- This feature can be customized to keep your screen for your eyes only at the times you need it. You can choose full-screen privacy for selected apps and PIN, Pattern and Password entries, and you can opt for partial privacy, where only your incoming notifications are masked.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black and White.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra is fortified with materials that strengthen the device for long-lasting durability.
- The Armor Aluminum frame provides enhanced protection for the device’s internal components and exterior edges without adding excessive bulk.
- Engineered using an ion-strengthened glass formula, Corning® Gorilla® Armor 2 and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus 2 have been applied to the front and back of the device respectively for impact protection without compromising visual clarity.
- The IP68 rating provides enough water and dust resistance to protect your device against accidental spills and everyday mishaps.,,
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Yes, Galaxy S26 Ultra has a built-in S Pen.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra works best with Magnet Case if you want convenience and everyday protection.
- The case has a built-in magnetic ring that helps your phone align perfectly with compatible wireless chargers and magnetic accessories.
- This makes charging easier and more reliable and allows you to attach accessories securely.
- It also offers protection, combining charging convenience and durability in one simple solution.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra runs on the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, which is customized especially for Galaxy and designed to deliver superior CPU, GPU, NPU and AI performance.
- This customized processor is designed to enhance multitasking, camera performance and overall energy efficiency.
- A 39% boost to the advanced NPU provides faster and smarter AI performance.
- This power-efficient chipset enhances our built-in mDNIe technology, improving image processing precision by 4x to deliver significantly refined image quality. At the same time, it optimizes power consumption, preserving battery life.,,
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Yes, Galaxy S26 Ultra comes equipped with a newly designed Vapor Chamber that spreads heat more evenly inside the device, improving thermal performance by 21%.
- This improved heat dissipation prevents the hardware inside your Galaxy device from overheating with a continuous evaporation and condensation cycle.
- Keeping these main hardware components, like the CPU and GPU, from overheating allows them to maintain performance, so you can multitask, game or stream videos for longer.
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Yes, Galaxy S26 Ultra has a better display than previous models thanks to improvements to the customized processor.
- mDNIe has improved image processing precision by 4 times for more vibrant visuals.
- Display quality is now sharper, clearer with more lifelike visuals with ProScaler's new improvements.
- The 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display also provides a peak brightness of 2600 nits.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra’s battery is optimized to provide a long battery life for all-day use.
- A typical capacity of 5000 mAh allows you to stream videos and play games throughout the day without having to regularly charge.
- You can watch videos for up to 31 hours.,
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If you're looking for super-fast charging, you can quickly charge Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- With Super Fast Charging 3.0 the increased power from 45 W to 60 W allows you to charge your device up to 75% in around 30 minutes.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra has three storage options available: 1 TB, 512 GB and 256 GB.
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Yes, Galaxy S26 Ultra is equipped with a powerful camera system that combines improved hardware with intelligent software making it good for taking videos at night.
- The 200 MP Wide camera now has wider apertures that let in more light thanks to the lens now opening to F1.4. This results in 47% improved brightness.
- The 50 MP Telephoto camera also has improved f-stops for 37% improved brightness even at full 5x optical zoom.
- Powered by the powerful processor, Nightography video then provides noise reduction to further enhance the color and details in videos that are shot in low light.,,
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Galaxy S26 Ultra offers up to 100x phone camera zoom, combining advanced hardware with AI-powered zoom processing.
- Optical quality zoom provides clear, detailed shots at closer distances.
- Space Zoom can reach a total of 100x seamlessly from 1x, enabling you to capture subjects in the distance with more definition.
- AI Zoom then analyzes the image in real time, identifying subjects and textures, enhancing details as you zoom in, helping them appear even more defined.,,
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Galaxy S26 Ultra is the best camera phone within the S Series.
- 200 MP Wide is perfect for ultra-high-resolution photos and advanced detail.
- 50 MP Telephoto with 5x optical zoom and 10x optical quality zoom delivers clear shots when zoomed in.
- 50 MP Ultra Wide is good for capturing expansive landscapes and group photos.
- The 12 MP front camera allows you to take sharp, natural-looking selfies.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with a set of new, deeper AI features that are easy and simple to use.
- You can now use written prompts in Photo Assist to get faster photo editing.
- Now Nudge is a new feature that intelligently understands what's on your screen and will provide suggestions, such as viewing your Calendar to add an event or the option to jump straight to your Gallery when someone asks you to share photos with them.
- Now Brief delivers even more personalized insights based on user behavior and preferences in bite-sized briefs. These include reminders based on information saved on your device like booking details and friends' birthdays.
- Bixby now understands natural language questions for quick changes to device settings or a simple web search.,,
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As of March 2026, Galaxy AI's Photo Assist and Creative Studio support 41 languages. Now Nudge and recalled data for Now Brief support 13 languages.
Full list of languages is below.
- Photo Assist supported languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic, Indonesian, Hindi, Russian, Turkish, Romanian, Swedish, Dutch, Czech, Danish, Finnish, Hungarian, Ukrainian, Hebrew, Greek, Serbian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Norwegian, Slovak, Lithuanian, Slovenian, Latvian, Estonian, Bengali, Swahili, Filipino and Gujarati.
- Creative Studio supported languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, Traditional), Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese, Arabic, Indonesian, Hindi, Russian, Turkish, Romanian, Swedish, Dutch, Czech, Danish, Finnish, Hungarian, Ukrainian, Hebrew, Greek, Serbian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Norwegian, Slovak, Lithuanian, Slovenian, Latvian, Estonian, Bengali, Swahili, Filipino and Gujarati.
- Now Nudge supported languages: Korean, English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese, Polish, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Thai, Hindi and Vietnamese.
- Recalled data for Now Brief supported languages: Korean, English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese, Polish, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Thai, Hindi and Vietnamese.
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Using AI on Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is designed to be safe for privacy-minded users with privacy built in from how data is processed to how it’s stored and controlled.
- Galaxy AI processes data on your device through the Personal Data Engine and is then encrypted and saved on your device with KEEP and Knox Vault. So personal information stays on your phone instead of being sent to external servers.
- With clear, AI-secure privacy settings in Controls, you have the power to choose which AI features can access personal data. You can decide where it gets processed, either on your device or on the cloud.
- Connected security powered by Knox Matrix Trust Chain technology protects your entire ecosystem of Samsung devices, which you can control from your Galaxy smartphone.,
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Yes, Smart Switch makes it easy to move your data from iOS to Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- Contacts, photos, videos, notes and calendar events can all be easily transferred.
- Our Smart Switch app lets you connect your new device to your old device wirelessly or use a cable for faster transfer.
- The simple setup process means you can start using your new device with your previous data right away.,,
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You can use Quick Share to easily and quickly send files between devices within and outside of the Galaxy, including Android OS, PCs and Apple devices.
- Quick Share is now compatible with AirDrop®, making it even easier to share content with Apple devices.
- After installing the latest software update to your Galaxy S26 Ultra, you will be able to share with Apple devices that support AirDrop®.
- "Share with Apple devices" is turned on by default in Settings. Have the recipient turn on AirDrop® to "Everyone for 10 minutes," then send photos and files as you normally would: open the content you want to send, tap Share > Quick Share and select the device.
- To receive files from an Apple device, ensure your Galaxy S26 Ultra is on the Quick Share receiving screen or change the receiving settings to "Everyone (Only for 10 minutes)", then ask the sender to share files via AirDrop® as usual.,,
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Galaxy S26 Ultra has significant hardware and software improvements that make it different from Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- Galaxy S26 Ultra's customized processor is Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 For Galaxy while Galaxy S25 Ultra's processor is Snapdragon® 8 Elite Mobile Platform for Galaxy.
- The new ambient island camera design provides a sleeker and premium look.
- Galaxy S26 Ultra features the world's first Privacy Display on mobile.
- Wider apertures mean the 200 MP Wide camera opens to F1.4. The 50 MP Telephoto camera, with 5x optical zoom and 10x optical quality zoom, now opens to F2.9. This allows in more light for improved brightness.
- mDNIe has improved image processing precision by 4 times on Galaxy S26 Ultra, which enhances the display quality.,,,,
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Built-in Privacy Display is a first for Galaxy devices and available only on Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- If you're worried about people being able to view your personal information when you're in a crowded space, you can activate Privacy Display to hide your full screen from others.
- Switch on Privacy Display directly from the Quick Panel to safeguard your screen quickly.
- Customize further by choosing Privacy Display to activate for specific apps or notifications.
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There are many Galaxy AI features that are designed to boost productivity and help you manage your day with ease.
- Now Nudge understands what's on your screen and provides Autofill suggestions or helps keep your conversations going. In message conversations, it will provide prompts if you need to instantly view your Calendar or Gallery in just a tap.
- Now Brief suggests routines based on habits or provides helpful reminders based on your schedule.,
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Yes, Galaxy S26 Ultra is optimized for long gaming sessions thanks to its advanced cooling system, display enhancements and powerful graphics support.
- Redesigned Vapor Chamber helps maintain lower device temperatures, so performance stays smooth even during extended gameplay.
- Our proprietary technology, mobile Digital Natural Image engine (mDNIe), enhances display quality by boosting colors and clarity with 4 times improved processing precision. This allows you see more detail and enjoy a more immersive gaming experience.
- Improved ray tracing brings realistic lighting, reflections and shadows to supported games for a more lifelike experience.,,
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Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera comes with improvements to make it the brightest camera in the Galaxy S Series.
- Improved f-stop numbers on the rear Wide camera allow for a wider aperture opening to F1.4. This lets in more light delivering 47% improved brightness, which is ideal for portraits, or if you’re shooting in low-light settings.
- The front camera now features AI ISP for refined, natural-looking selfies. Galaxy AI optimizes each shot in real time for clearer details, such as skin tone precision and hair and eyebrow textures, better colors and improved low-light results.
- Super Steady includes a new Horizontal Lock feature to keep video footage smooth and level, no matter how far you tilt the camera when you’re walking or running.,,,
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Yes, you can use Photo Assist and Creative Studio on Galaxy S26 Ultra, which are boosted by AI.
- In Photo Assist, you can move, resize or remove objects or fill in backgrounds for effortless photo cleanup. You can now also use simple text prompts in the Create section for even quicker editing.
- Creative Studio is an automatic content generation feature that allows you to make fun creations, such as sticker sets, at the tap of a button that you can then share with friends.,
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Galaxy S26 Ultra has three storage options available and 12 GB or 16 GB of memory, depending on how you use your phone.
- 1 TB comes with 16 GB of memory and is best for power users who record high-resolution videos, play graphics-heavy games or download large apps.
- 512 GB comes with 12 GB of memory and gives you more space for regular photo taking, file downloads and multiple app use.
- 256 GB comes with 12 GB of memory and is ideal if you mostly stream content and occasionally take photos or videos.
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Switching to Galaxy S26 Ultra is possible in just a few simple steps designed by Samsung for a smooth process so you can seamlessly transfer contacts, photos, music, videos, messages, notes, calendars and more.
- First, use our Smart Switch app to transfer your data wirelessly.
- Move photos, contacts, apps and more from your old device in one go, and enjoy your new Galaxy.,,
- Privacy Display feature controls the screen's viewing angle to limit peripheral vision and can be activated in Settings. Activation for specific apps also available in Settings. PIN, password or Pattern entry activation only available from Settings, Lock Screen or Secure Folder. Some changes in image quality may occur outside the viewing angle. Some information may still be visible to others depending on the viewing environment, such as angle or brightness. Caution is advised when exposing sensitive information.
- AP performance improvements shown compared to Galaxy S25 Ultra. Actual performance will depend on user environment, conditions and pre-installed software and applications.
- Brightness improvements shown compared to Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
- Photo Assist may require a network connection and Samsung Account login. Service availability may vary by country, language or device model. Photo Assist may result in a resized photo. A visible watermark is overlaid on the image output upon saving in order to indicate that the image is generated by AI. The accuracy and reliability of the generated output is not guaranteed.
- Weight may vary by country or region.
- Measured diagonally, Galaxy S26's screen size is 6.3” in the full rectangle and 6.1” accounting for the rounded corners, Galaxy S26+'s screen size is 6.7” in the full rectangle and 6.5” accounting for the rounded corners, and Galaxy S26 Ultra's screen size is 6.9” in the full rectangle and 6.7” accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole.
- Compared to previous models.
- Based on Samsung internal lab test conditions with pre-release version of given model connected to earphone via Bluetooth under default settings over LTE. Estimated against battery capacity and measured current over battery power consumption during video playback (video file resolution 720 p, saved on device) on the main screen. Actual video playback time may vary by network connection, settings, video file format, screen brightness, battery condition and many other factors.
- Color availability may vary depending on country or carrier.
- Armor Aluminum frame does not include volume and side keys, SIM tray or camera lens barrel.
- Corning® Gorilla® Armor 2 is applied to the front of the device and Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus® 2 is applied to the rear.
- Based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. No ingress of dust; complete protection against contact (dust-tight). Water and dust resistance of device is not permanent and may diminish over time because of normal wear and tear.
- Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4175 mAh for Galaxy S26, 4755 mAh for Galaxy S26+ and 4855 mAh for Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- ProScaler feature is supported on Galaxy S26+ and Ultra models. Image quality can be enhanced up to QHD+, depending on the screen resolution setting of the device.
- Snapdragon branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Snapdragon is a trademark or registered trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated.
- Vapor Chamber performance improvements shown compared to Galaxy S25 Ultra. Actual performance will depend on user environment, conditions and pre-installed software and applications.
- Ray tracing is supported on Galaxy S26 Series. Availability may vary by device, content and application.
- Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2026.1.8-2026.1.30 in US and UK with pre-release versions of SM-S942, SM-S947 and SM-S948 under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks. NOT tested under 5G mmWave network.
- Storage options and availability may vary by carrier, country or region. Actual storage availability may vary depending on pre-installed software.
- Optical quality zoom is enabled by the Adaptive Pixel sensor. 3x and 5x distances are optical zoom. 2x and 10x distances are optical quality zoom.
- Super Steady results may vary depending on editing method and/or shooting conditions.
- 100x Space Zoom includes 10x optical quality zoom and 100x digital zoom with Super Resolution technology. Zoom distances past 10x zoom may express some image deterioration. AI Zoom is applied to distances between digital zoom lengths. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
- Creative Studio feature requires a network connection and Samsung Account login. Service availability may vary by country, language or device model. The accuracy and reliability of the generated output is not guaranteed. Sticker sets only compatible with Samsung keyboard and can only be shared via Quick Share feature with other Galaxy devices that have One UI 5.0 or later installed and Quick Share app version 13.8.50.x or later.
- Now Nudge feature requires a Samsung Account login. Available functions and features may vary by country, region and language. Text message prompts available with certain third party messaging apps including Samsung Messages, Google Messages, Google Chat. Share photos in Now Nudge works by analyzing available image content. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
- Now Brief feature requires Samsung Account login. Service availability may vary by country, language, device model, apps. Some features may require a network connection. The description of photos provided by moments may not align with the user's intent. Notifications for dog walking require SmartTag2 and Pet Care in SmartThings to be activated. SmartTag2 sold separately. Notifications must be switched on to be used as the recalled data. Recalled data available from supported app notifications, Messages, Gmail and Samsung Wallet and data collected from Gmail is only applicable if the user consents to Personal Data Intelligent's Gmail read permission. Recalled data for reservation details only available from reservation confirmation messages.
- Bixby service availability requires Samsung Account login and data connection. Available functions and features may vary by country, region, and language. Bixby only recognizes certain accents and dialects of English (UK), English (US), English (India), French (France), German (Germany), Italian (Italy), Japanese (Japan), Korean (South Korea), Mandarin Chinese (China), Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil) and Spanish (Latin America). Other supported languages may be added in the future. Not all accents, dialects, and expressions may be recognized, and actual performance may vary depending on pronunciation, voice level, and the surrounding environment. Use of Bixby may be limited in certain situations such as when recording media (Video/Game/Voice), during calls, Maximum Power Saving mode, Emergency mode and Samsung Kids. Service availability may vary by country/service provider/language/device model/OS version. Bixby controls selected apps, other apps to be supported. To control SmartThings enabled devices with Bixby, first connect the devices to the SmartThings app. For more information, visit the SmartThings website (www.samsung.com/smartthings).
- The Personal Data Engine functions under the condition that the Personal Data Intelligence menu is on. Analyzed data will be deleted once the Personal Data Intelligence menu is turned off. Personal Data Engine recognizes select languages and certain accents/dialects, including but not limited to Korean, English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese, Polish, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Thai, Hindi and Vietnamese. Personal Data Engine currently analyzes Samsung native applications and supported app notifications.
- KEEP is available on Galaxy smartphones and tablets with One UI 8 or later.
- Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Sequences shortened and simulated. Results for illustrative purposes only. Service availability may vary by country, language, device model. Available on select devices and internet connection required. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches. Users may need to update Android and Google app to the latest version. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed. Not available on apps that prohibit screen capturing. Please refer to the following webpage to find Google's Circle to Search supported languages: https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/16011537?visit_id=638863890792571848-2380469398&p=aimode&rd=1#zippy=%2Csupported-countries-territories%2Csupported-languages
- Availability subject to change. Compatibility supported only by Google. Compatible devices required. Must be within Bluetooth distance. AirDrop® is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
- Quick Share feature between Galaxy devices available with the following OS: smartphones and tablets with Android OS version 10.0 (Q) and One UI 2.1 or above, Galaxy Books released in 2020 or later. Requires Samsung Account and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connection. To share with Apple devices, a Galaxy device with Quick Share app version 13.8.51.27 or later and Google Play services version 26.11.xx or later is required. As of March 2026, "Share with Apple devices" is supported only on Galaxy S26 Series and will be expanded to select flagship models in the future.
- Your phone may temporarily disconnect from Wi-Fi networks when searching for or sharing with Apple devices.
- Available functions and features may vary by country, region and language. Action capsules provided may differ depending on the model.
- Wired transfers from Android™ devices require the receiving device to have Android™ 5.0 or later and the sending device to have Android™ 5.0 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android™ 5.0 or later and the sending device must have Android™ 5.0 or later. Open Smart Switch Mobile in “Settings” on the receiving Galaxy device or download the Smart Switch Mobile app from the Galaxy Store. Data, content and apps available for transfer may vary by transmission method.
- Wired transfers from iOS require the receiving device to have Android™ 5.0 or later and the sending device to have iOS 5 or later. Transfers can be completed without a cable through a wireless connection or iCloud. For wireless connections, the receiving device must have Android™ 5.0 or later and the sending device must have iOS 12 or later. iCloud transfers require the receiving device to have Android™ 5.0 or later and the sending device to have iOS 5 or later. Open Smart Switch Mobile in “Settings” on the receiving Galaxy device or download the Smart Switch Mobile app from the Galaxy Store. For wireless transfers, download Smart Switch for iOS from the App Store on your iPhone or iPad. Data, content and apps available for transfer may vary by transmission method. Contacts, gallery, videos, calendars and reminders can be transferred wirelessly from an iOS device.
- It is recommended to use a wired connection when transferring diverse sets of data at once.
- Galaxy devices each sold separately.
- Terms and conditions apply. Samsung Care+ coverage, service type and promotion details may vary by country/region and a deductible (service fee) may apply. To be eligible for Samsung Care+ promotion benefits, registration may be required. For detailed Samsung Care+ information, please visit https://www.samsung.com/samsung-care-plus/. Care at home & abroad: When in need of Samsung Care+ services during your travel, contact the visiting country/region's local customer services center in advance for Samsung Care+ availability.
- AI Zoom is applied to distances between digital zoom lengths. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.
Reviews
Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Customers consistently praise the camera system for capturing sharp, detailed, vibrant photos with impressive zoom and excellent low-light performance.
- Reviewers highlight the display as stunning, bright, and crisp with vibrant colors and a standout privacy feature that enhances daily use.
- Many note battery life easily lasts a full day under heavy use, significantly outperforming previous models.
- Customers emphasize lightning-fast processing, instant app launches, seamless multitasking, and zero lag throughout daily operation.
- Most describe the phone as premium and durable with excellent build quality, useful S Pen features, and intuitive AI capabilities.
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Samsung AU
Thank you for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the fast performance, premium experience, incredible camera, long-lasting battery, and stunning display. It's wonderful to know your new phone has exceeded your expectations. Thank you for choosing Samsung, and we hope you continue enjoying it for years to come!
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Hi Romy, reading "I love Samsung" definitely put a smile on our faces! Thanks for continuing your Galaxy journey with us, and we're so happy your Galaxy S26 Ultra has been a worthy upgrade from your Galaxy S23 Ultra.
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2026-03-17
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Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We are delighted to hear that you are enjoying your Galaxy S26 Ultra and that you are satisfied with its premium design, stunning display, powerful performance, camera quality, and reliable battery life. We truly appreciate your loyalty to Samsung and your continued support. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
2026-04-24
Samsung AU
Thanks for such a detailed review! We’re so pleased your return to Samsung has been a smooth one. It’s great to hear you’re enjoying the performance, battery life, and camera, plenty more features to explore too!
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2026-04-13
CS
Dear Customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We are delighted to hear that you appreciate the Galaxy S26 Ultra's display quality, performance, gaming capabilities, camera system, Privacy Display feature, and premium build quality. We also value your comments regarding pricing, camera enhancements, and AI features, as customer feedback helps us continue improving our products and services. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
2026-03-26
CS
Dear Customer, thank you for sharing your feedback on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. we are glad to know that you are satisfied with the smooth performance, user-friendly interface, and overall reliable experience of the device. we appreciate your recommendation and support for samsung products. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
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2026-04-09
CS
Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are glad to know that you are enjoying the improved camera performance, display quality, battery life, processor speed, AI features, sleek design, and overall upgrade experience of your Galaxy device compared to your previous model. Your continued trust in Samsung is highly valued. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
2026-07-26
Samsung AU
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're sorry to hear you had to replace your previous device, but we're delighted to know this one has impressed you with its durability and performance. We hope it continues to serve you well every day.
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Auckland, New Zealand
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New Zealand
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CS
Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are delighted to know that you are enjoying the Privacy Display, AI features, strong battery life, camera performance, S Pen functionality, and overall durability experience. Your recommendation is greatly appreciated. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
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Southampton, UK
2026-06-20
CS
Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback on Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are delighted to hear that you are enjoying the display, battery life, camera, performance, and overall build quality. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and your positive feedback will be shared with the relevant team. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
2026-03-17
CS
Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We are glad to know that you are enjoying your Galaxy S26 Ultra, especially its stunning display, powerful performance, excellent camera system, long battery life, Galaxy AI features, S Pen functionality, and the Privacy Display feature. We truly appreciate your 5-star recommendation. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
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Devon
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CS
Dear Customer, thank you for sharing your feedback on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. we are delighted to know that you appreciate the device’s security, privacy, and durability features. it is wonderful to hear that the Privacy Display and overall protection capabilities have contributed to a positive user experience. we appreciate your support and thank you for choosing samsung products. Best regards, Samsung Gulf Electronics Customer Support (SGE CS)
2026-04-07
Samsung AU
It’s great that the display, camera, battery life, and performance are all meeting your expectations — sounds like it’s delivering a premium experience.
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London
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Samsung AU
Thank you for your thoughtful review and for your continued loyalty to Samsung. We're delighted to hear you're enjoying the performance, display and camera, and that your experience across multiple generations has been so positive. Your ongoing support means a great deal to us, and we hope you continue enjoying your new device!
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Samsung AU
Thank you for sharing such a detailed and enthusiastic review! We’re delighted to hear that the upgrade has made such a noticeable difference, particularly with the sharp display, rich and clear audio, impressive photography and smooth video. It’s wonderful to know that you’re enjoying the improvements and overall experience.
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Hi Joe, We appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide us product feedback. We will pass this to our relevant teams. For additional product feature feedback or troubleshooting support, please connect with our experts via Live Chat at https://www.samsung.com/ca/support/live-chat-support Thank you, Samsung Customer Care.
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