Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 5G Dual SIM Smartphone - 12GB+512GB - Cobalt Violet

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*Samsung Account login may be required to use certain AI features.
*Samsung does not make any promises, assurances or guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the output provided by AI features.
*Availability of Galaxy AI features may vary depending on the region/country, OS/One UI version, device model and phone carrier.
Image simulated. Galaxy AI basic features provided by Samsung are free. Enhanced features or new services may require payment. Galaxy AI basic features are those services listed under 'Advanced Intelligence' in the current Samsung Services Terms and Conditions - see details: https://bit.ly/galaxyaiterms. Different terms may apply for AI features provided by third parties.
*Galaxy AI service may be limited for minors in certain regions with age restrictions over AI usage.
*Full list of supported languages for Galaxy AI features can be found in the FAQ section.

Refined Design

The new ambient island camera design flows seamlessly into the rest of the device for a refined finish.

Sleek and durable

Crafted with an Armor Aluminum frame, fitted with Corning® Gorilla® Glass, this Galaxy is as tough as it is sophisticated.

*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.

Our slimmest Ultra yet

The balanced design delivers our slimmest Ultra yet, bringing together elegance and comfort that fits naturally in your hand.

*Compared to previous models.

Customised processor for Galaxy

Our powerful processor is engineered to unlock the full potential of Galaxy AI for heavy multitaskers, powering a customised image enhancer that sharpens and smooths visuals across apps and content in real time.

The first built-in Privacy Display on Galaxy

Meet built-in privacy screen on Galaxy S26 Ultra. When switched on, Privacy Display will protect your private information by hiding your full screen. Or, choose what you want to hide such as certain apps, notifications, or PINs.

*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. 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.

Upscale your viewing experience

Colour depth processing precision has improved, leveraging mDNIe to ensure you see colour and gradation as the creator intended. ProScaler also enhances details with AI processing improvements, resulting in clearer images.

*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.
*Compared to previous models.

Play it cool with our largest Vapor Chamber ever yet

Enjoy heavy-spec games and Galaxy AI thanks to Snapdragon® 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. And advanced thermal management from the new Vapor Chamber design, heat is dissipated faster and more efficiently than ever before.

*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.
*Compared to previous models.

Ultra-fast charge

Galaxy S26 Ultra supports Super Fast Charging 3.0, engineered to refuel your device at blazing speeds without impacting your time.

Check the specs on our best camera system yet

*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.
*Compared to previous models.

Clear and bright, even at night

Wider apertures for 47% improved brightness on the 200 MP Wide camera, plus noise reduction deliver clear and detailed videos even in low-light environments.

*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.
*Compared to previous models.

Clearer moments with Nightography photo

*Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.
*Compared to previous models.

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°.

*Super Steady results may vary depending on editing method and/or shooting conditions.

High resolution with Ultra 200 MP

'With a 200 MP Wide camera sensor enhanced by our ProVisual Engine, Galaxy S26 Ultra is engineered to capture the finest details. High-res image data is analyzed in real time to maintain crisp textures and clarity.

*Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

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.

*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.

Studio-level edits. Built in

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.

*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.

From photos to stickers in a tap

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 stickers to your keyboard or share it with your friends.

*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.

Real-time suggestions when you need it

The 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.

*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, WhatsApp, WhatsApp Business, KakaoTalk, LINE, Signal, Instagram (DM), Tango, NTT Docomo Messages, KDDI Messages. Share photos in Now Nudge works by analyzing available image content. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

Find it fast and easy

Reservation and appointment details are now just a quick search away. On the home screen, use Finder to look for information, then one search brings things together for you to remember where things are.

*Available functions and features from Search with Finder may vary by country, region and language. For advanced search, data can only be searched in the same language as current system setting. Supported apps currently include Calendar, Reminders, Notes, Call Recording, Voice Recording, My Files, Gallery and Settings. 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.

On-device protection

- Our Personal Data Engine gathers and processes your personal data safely. Then it encrypts that data and saves it onto your device with KEEP and Knox Vault, making it harder for anyone else to gain access.
- Take control over your Galaxy AI. You decide what Galaxy AI features are available either on device or on the cloud.
- 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.

*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 Arabic, (Simplified) Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, 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.

Your Galaxy. Your way

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 Galaxy AI features make daily tasks easier in just a tap.

*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.
*Available functions and features may vary by country, region and language. Action capsules provided may differ depending on the model.

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.

*Galaxy devices each sold separately.

Whats new with the Galaxy S26 Ultra

*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. 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.
*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.
*Compared to Galaxy S24 Ultra.
*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.
*Actual Vapor Chamber performance will depend on user environment, conditions and pre-installed software and applications.
*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.
Image simulated. Galaxy AI basic features provided by Samsung are free. Enhanced features or new services may require payment. Galaxy AI basic features are those services listed under 'Advanced Intelligence' in the current Samsung Services Terms and Conditions - see details: https://bit.ly/galaxyaiterms. Different terms may apply for AI features provided by third parties.
*Galaxy AI service may be limited for minors in certain regions with age restrictions over AI usage.

What's in the box

*Galaxy S26 Ultra does not include travel adapter.

Compare Galaxy S26 Ultra

*Measured diagonally, Galaxy S26 Ultra's Main Screen size is 6.9" in the full rectangle and 6.7" accounting for the rounded corners, Galaxy S26+'s Main Screen size is 6.7" in the full rectangle and 6.5" accounting for the rounded corners, Galaxy S26's Main Screen size is 6.3" in the full rectangle and 6.1" accounting for the rounded corners; actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners.
*Dimensions measured in millimeters.
*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 4855 mAh for Galaxy S26 Ultra, 4755 mAh for Galaxy S26+, 4175 mAh for Galaxy S26.
*Availability of AP chipset type may vary by country, region or carrier.