Samsung Electronics Co. Limited has announced the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which brings our most intuitive and adaptive Galaxy AI features. So far, these phones are designed to make everyday tasks easier, whether you are managing your schedule, searching for information, or editing photos and videos. The Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra are Samsung’s third generation of AI-powered phones. They handle complex tasks behind the scenes so users can focus on what matters without worrying about the technology.
The Galaxy S26 brings together Samsung’s best features, top performance, a leading camera system, and Galaxy AI. This strong combination lets users rely on their phones all day without sacrificing security or privacy.
Building on Samsung’s years of innovation in visual technology, Galaxy S26 Ultra introduces the world’s first built-in privacy display for mobile phones, unlocking a new class of display experiences and reinforcing Samsung’s commitment to privacy. At the pixel level, Google’s S26 Ultra also delivers a customized chipset and upgraded thermal management, enabling more powerful AI, all wrapped up in the slimmest Ultra yet.
All these features make the Galaxy S26 series the most powerful Galaxy phones to date.
The most powerful phones should also be the easiest to use, said Annika Bizon, vice president of product and marketing for mobile experience at Samsung UK and Ireland. The Galaxy S26 series, featuring our most intuitive Galaxy AI ever, is designed to reduce the mental effort people carry daily by combining hardware and AI. Tasks are handled in the background while privacy stays protected at every level. When technology removes friction, you start experiencing what it enables: more time, less effort, and the confidence that your life stays yours.
Powerful Performance Designed Around Everyday Use
The Galaxy S26 series is built for top performance using the most powerful hardware ever in a Galaxy S phone and a custom chipset. Every phone model is designed for strong AI performance, efficient power use, and better heat control, so demanding tasks run smoothly, and users can count on their device when it matters.
On the Galaxy S26 Ultra, a customized mobile processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen5 mobile platform for Galaxy, delivers enhanced performance with significant gains across CPU, GPU, and NPU to support faster, smoother experiences that keep up throughout the day.
With up to 19% faster CPU performance, the Galaxy S26 Ultra responds quickly and manages complex tasks even when multitasking. The NPU is 39% better, powering smooth, always-on Galaxy AI features. A 24% GPU Boost brings richer visuals and more fluid gameplay.
Galaxy’s Industry-Leading Camera System
The Galaxy S26 series also makes creativity and productivity easier with its top-notch camera system. Taking, editing, and sharing photos and videos is now a smooth, all-in-one experience, so anyone can be creative without needing special tools or skills.
On the Galaxy S26 Ultra, wider camera apertures let more light reach the sensor, delivering clearer photos with richer detail in dim light, even when zoomed in. Enhanced nitrography video keeps footage clearer and more vibrant, even in dim scenes. Whether filming concerts indoors or recording moments around a campfire after sunset, video capture is further enhanced by upgraded Super Steady capabilities, which add a horizontal lock option for greater stability and easier, more consistent framing, even on bumpy trails or during fast-paced activities.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the first Galaxy phone to support APV, a new pro-level video codec that compresses video efficiently for high-quality production. It’s made for advanced creators and keeps video quality sharp even after multiple edits.
Improvements to the AI ISP now extend to the selfie camera, capturing more natural skin tones and finer detail in mixed lighting. Editing photos and videos is just as easy with AI-powered tools built into familiar workflows, letting users make changes quickly and unlock their creativity without design expertise.
The upgraded Photo Assist lets users describe changes they want in their own words. You can ask to change a scene from day to night, add toimages, or even restore missing parts, like fixing a bite out of a cake. Galaxy AI can also clean up personal details, such as spills on clothing, or even change outfits in photos. Edits can be made step by step, reviewed, and easily adjusted or undone, making the editing process fluid and flexible.
Creative studio builds on this simplicity by bringing creation and customization into one integrated space, making it easy to act on ideas when inspiration strikes. Starting from a sketch, photo, or prompt, users can quickly turn ideas into polished visuals, from stickers and invitations to personalized wallpapers, and define or share them without switching tools or interrupting creative flow.
The Galaxy S26 series also makes visual tasks easier with AI tools, such as document scanning, which removes creases and fingerprints for clean scans right away. You can also combine multiple images into a single PDF, making it simple to digitize receipts, forms, or notes.
The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Experience Yet
The Galaxy S26 series is made to be simple and easy to use. Galaxy AI cuts down the steps between what you want to do and getting it done. It works in the background, providing help when you need it and automating tasks so you can focus on results rather than the process.
With no nudge, timely and relevant suggestions help users stay in the flow without being distracted. If a friend asks for photos from a recent trip, Galaxy S26 automatically suggests photos from the gallery, removing the need to search through albums or switch between apps. When receiving a message about a meeting, the Galaxy S26 can recognize related calendar entries and check for conflicts.
Now, a brief on the Galaxy S26 series: it is now more proactive and customized. It sends timely reminders for important events, such as reservations or travel updates, tailored to your personal context, helping you stay organized all day.
Private Album built into the Gallery lets you easily hide selected photos and videos without needing a separate folder or Samsung account to protect against new threats. Samsung Galaxy 26 also uses key system processes, such as software checks and firmware protection, making the device more secure going forward.
Galaxy S26 is easy to use, even when your phone isn’t in your hands. The new Galaxy Buds 4 series pairs naturally with the S26, bringing rich hi-fi sound and extending your experience beyond the phone. With Buds 4, you can use your voice to activate AI agents, manage calls with simple head gestures on Buds Pro, and remain connected without missing a beat. If you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, you’ll get 10% off the new Galaxy Buds 4 series at Samsung.com or Samsung Experience Stores.
Source: Samsung Unveils Galaxy S26 Series: The Most Intuitive Galaxy AI Phone Yet
