Trending Now - Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Impressive, but Not Without Flaws
WHO:
Samsung, a technology company, is the manufacturer of the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra features a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset.
WHAT:
The Galaxy S26 Ultra's higher storage options are priced at $1,499 for 512GB and $1,799 for 1TB, which is an increase from the previous year's prices of $1,419 and $1,659, respectively.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra features a new "Privacy Display" technology that can be toggled on and off, which works by physically adjusting how the pixels on the display operate.
The Privacy Display can be set to activate solely for notification pop-ups, providing additional privacy for incoming messages.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra's camera system includes a wider f/1.4 aperture on the main 200MP sensor, compared to f/1.7 on the previous model, and the 5x telephoto lens has been upgraded to f/2.9 from f/3.4.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra will receive seven years of security patches and OS updates.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra includes a built-in "Privacy Display" feature that can hide screen contents from onlookers.
The phone has a 6.9-inch display and a 5,000 mAh battery.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is available in three main colors: "Cobalt Violet," "Sky Blue," and black.
The starting price of the Galaxy S26 Ultra is $1,299 in the US.
Higher storage options for the Galaxy S26 Ultra are priced at $1,499 for 512GB and $1,799 for 1TB.
The phone features a camera setup that includes a 200MP main shooter, a 10MP 3x telephoto, a 50MP 5x telephoto, a 50MP ultrawide, and a 12MP selfie camera.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra supports 60W wired charging.
WHERE:
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is available for purchase in the United States.
WHEN:
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is shipping as of March 13th, 2026.
The phone is based on Android 16 and features One UI 8.5.
WHY:
The Privacy Display feature is designed to enhance user privacy by preventing others from viewing the screen contents.
HOW:
The Privacy Display works by turning off "wide" pixels to focus light output straight ahead, which can result in a less sharp and dimmer display when activated.
Samsung's AI features include Gemini task automation, which can automate apps like Uber or DoorDash, and a new feature called "Now Nudge" that offers contextual suggestions based on text conversations.
The Privacy Display works by physically adjusting the pixels on the display, turning off "wide" pixels to focus light output straight ahead.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra utilizes a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset for performance.
The phone is designed to be thinner and lighter than previous Ultra models due to an aluminum frame.
(UPDATED March 14, 2026 17:08 UTC)
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which comes with higher storage options priced at $1,499 for 512GB and $1,799 for 1TB, reflecting an increase from last year's prices. This new model features innovative "Privacy Display" technology that can be toggled on and off, allowing users to enhance their privacy for notification pop-ups, while also boasting an upgraded camera system with a wider aperture on the main sensor and a better telephoto lens. Additionally, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will receive seven years of security patches and operating system updates, alongside AI features like Gemini task automation and contextual suggestions through "Now Nudge."
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(UPDATED March 14, 2026 13:19 UTC)
Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which features a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and is now shipping as of March 13, 2026. This new smartphone boasts a 6.9-inch display, a robust 5,000 mAh battery, and a unique "Privacy Display" feature that helps keep your screen contents hidden from prying eyes. Priced starting at $1,299 in the U.S., the Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in three colors and includes an impressive camera setup with a 200MP main shooter, among other advanced features.