Galaxy S26 marks the comeback of Exynos and Samsung already has bold ambitions for its in-house mobile SoC.

At a Galaxy Unpacked 2026 briefing in San Francisco, Moon Sung-hoon, Executive Vice President of Hardware at MX Division, made the company’s long game crystal clear. Samsung wants its in-house Exynos SoC across the Galaxy lineup.

“We hope to equip all Galaxy lineups with our own application processor,” Moon said, reports Dealsite (via Jukan). He also stressed that Samsung will continue working with partners to adopt the optimal chip when needed.

Samsung believes the Exynos 2600 is different. This is the world’s first 2-nanometer smartphone AP. In chip manufacturing, shrinking the node improves efficiency and performance by packing more transistors into the same space.

Moon described this year’s Exynos as having “passed the bar on multiple fronts,” with significantly improved power consumption.

Anyone who followed the Galaxy S22 era remembers what happened with the Exynos 2200. Meanwhile, Samsung is now stepping back into its own silicon with the S26 and S26 Plus.

Despite the Exynos chip’s comeback, Samsung retained the Snapdragon chip in the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The official statement also signals that future Galaxy S Ultra models could continue to keep Snapdragon at the heart.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra sticks with the Snapdragon 8 Elite 5th Gen for Galaxy. Its improvements include 39 percent higher NPU performance, 24 percent better GPU performance, and a 19 percent CPU uplift over its predecessor.

For now, the message from San Francisco is clear. Samsung wants Exynos in every Galaxy. The S26 is where that ambition stops being theory and starts facing the real world.

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Samsung has confirmed that the new Privacy Display feature is reserved exclusively for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. If you are eyeing the standard or Plus model, this is one of the clearest lines Samsung has drawn in this generation.

Privacy Display on the Ultra is not a simple software trick or a rebranded screen protector mode. It is hardware-driven. Samsung is using pixel-level light dispersion technology built directly into the display panel.

Simply put, the Galaxy S26 Ultra screen can control how light spreads from each pixel, dramatically reducing visibility from side angles without dimming the entire display or requiring a stick-on privacy film.

Users can toggle between Partial Screen Privacy and Maximum Privacy Protection. The former limits visibility only within selected apps, think banking or messaging. The latter goes further, restricting shoulder surfing during PIN entry.

Galaxy S26 and Plus lack Privacy Display

The Galaxy S26 and S26+? They simply do not have the underlying display hardware. Samsung clearly sees Privacy Display as a premium feature. It is part of the strategy to widen the gap between the Ultra and the rest of the lineup.

You can still use third-party privacy screen protectors, but that is old school and comes with the usual trade-offs in brightness and clarity.

Most people are not constantly guarding against shoulder surfers in public spaces. But for frequent travelers, corporate users, or anyone handling sensitive information on the go, the Ultra now offers a built-in privacy solution.

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Samsung is clearly betting on contextual intelligence as the next layer of One UI. With the One UI 8.5 on Galaxy S26 series, Samsung introduced a powerful AI feature called Now Nudge that goes beyond what smart suggestions offer.

You are mid chat, plans are forming, someone suggests dinner next Friday, and suddenly you are jumping between calendar, gallery, and browser. This friction is exactly what the Samsung Now Nudge feature is trying to eliminate.

What is Samsung Now Nudge feature

At its core, Now Nudge is a context-aware suggestion system. It looks at what is happening on your screen and offers real-time actions that make sense for that moment.

For instance:

• You are texting about grabbing dinner next week; it suggests scheduling it.
• You mention a weekend getaway; it nudges you toward relevant photos or details.
• You are chatting about an old memory; it can surface images from your gallery.

It requires a Samsung Account login. Also, availability depends on your region and language.

How Now Nudge works

Samsung Now Nudge analyzes what is displayed on your screen, including text conversations and image content. When it detects a relevant trigger, like a date, a location, or a shared memory, it offers a tap-based shortcut.

It can also analyze available image content to suggest photo sharing. If you are discussing an event, it may surface relevant pictures from your gallery. Meanwhile, Samsung itself notes that accuracy is not guaranteed.

Is it safe – Privacy?

Now Nudge requires you to be logged into a Samsung Account. If you are privacy sensitive and prefer minimal system-level analysis, you may want to review permissions carefully.

If you are comfortable using smart suggestions in messaging apps and sharing contextual data within the Samsung ecosystem, Now Nudge will feel like a natural extension.

Supported apps

The good news is Samsung isn’t limiting Now Nudge to the One UI ecosystem. A context engine is useless if it only works in one or two apps. By integrating with widely used messaging platforms, Samsung has made a great deal.

Text message prompts are supported in select third-party messaging platforms, including Samsung Messages, Google Messages, Google Chat, WhatsApp, WhatsApp Business, KakaoTalk, LINE, Signal, Instagram DMs, Tango, NTT Docomo Messages, and KDDI Messages.

Support can vary by region and language.

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Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra are now open for pre-order, and we’ve brought a price increase breakdown as well as a comparison with previous generations to get you a clear picture of what has changed.

Galaxy S26 vs S25

S26:

• 256GB – $899.99
• 512GB – $1,099.99

S25:

• 128GB – $799.99
• 256GB – $859.99

The standard version now starts at $899, that’s for the price for the 256GB, as Samsung is no longer offering 128GB storage over the previous generation. Still, it’s $40 more than the 256GB version of the S25. After removing the 128GB storage, the standard model is offering a 512GB option.

Galaxy S26+ vs S25+

S26+

• 256GB = $1,099.99
• 512GB = $1,299.99

S25+

• 256GB = $999.99
• 512GB = $1,119.99

The Galaxy S26+ takes a conservative approach and brings performance enhancements with a new Snapdragon chipset. For that, you will have to pay $100 and $180 extra for 256GB and 512GB, respectively.

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs S25 Ultra

S26 Ultra

• 256GB = $1,299.99
• 512GB = $1,499.99
• 1TB = $1,799.99

S25 Ultra

• 256GB = $1,299.99
• 512GB = $1,419.99
• 1TB = $1,659.99

The Galaxy Ultra flagship is the star of Samsung’s annual sales, and pre-launch rumors suggested that the entire S26 Ultra will get a price increase. In that case, Samsung didn’t disappoint new consumers and retained the base S25 Ultra price.

Instead, the company has opted for a $80 increment on the 512GB and a $140 hike on the 1TB version. You should know that the 16GB RAM is now part of the 1TB package.

The global DRAM shortage is the key reason behind these changes. By increasing the prices for other models and memory options, Samsung appearantly trying to offset the expense of not hiking the base S26 Ultra.

Still, the new performance, camera and features like privacy display, makes the Galaxy S26 Ultra model worth buying, since it hasn’t moved the base price at all.

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Mobile World Congress is set to be held from March 2 to March 5 in Barcelona. A day before the biggest mobile exhibition kicks in, Samsung revealed its MWC 2026 agenda, which includes Galaxy AI, S26 Ultra, Buds 4, and more.

At Unpacked on February 25, Samsung introduced the Galaxy S26 and Buds 4 series. The event also spotlighted upgraded Galaxy AI and Agentic AI advancements.

Samsung’s MWC 2026 exhibition space is also built on the momentum of Galaxy Unpacked. However, there’s a strategic shift as it goes beyond mobile by demonstrating how Galaxy AI is evolving for the years ahead.

Galaxy S26 series at MWC 2026

Samsung is positioning the S26 Ultra as the most complete expression of Galaxy AI yet. The heart of the device is the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. AI features are not treated as foreground gimmicks here.

The company has redesigned the Vapor Chamber inside the S26 Ultra. It is physically larger and restructured to spread heat more evenly across the chassis. Agentic AI has impressive upgrades over the Galaxy AI features.

• Now Nudge acts like a contextual co-pilot.
• Now Brief builds on that with a personalized rundown of your day.
• Samsung is also broadening user choice.
  • Alongside Bixby, third-party agents such as Gemini and Perplexity can be accessed through a unified entry point.
• Privacy Display limits viewing angles without degrading clarity.
• Photo Assist enables natural language edits.
• Creative Studio lets users capture, edit, and share through one integrated workflow.
• Satellite connectivity is also expanding across select Galaxy models.

The camera remains central to the Ultra identity, with wider apertures bringing in more light. Nightography video has cleaner noise reduction, and Super Steady now includes a horizontal lock mode for more cinematic framing.

Galaxy AI ecosystem

The new Galaxy Buds4 series integrates with Galaxy AI agents for contextual assistance. The Galaxy Watch8 series pushes more personalized health insights across running, sleep, and mindfulness, feeding data back into Samsung Health.

The Galaxy Book6 line and Tab S11 showcase how AI scales across larger screens. Galaxy XR and TriFold concepts are also available for hands-on previews and Samsung is showcasing its AI-driven factory initiatives and network automation.

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Before the Unpacked February 2026 event, the Samsung community had doubts over the titanium Galaxy S26 Ultra, but the confusion ended with the final release, and Samsung didn’t even try to give a reason behind returning aluminum to this lineup.

In 2024, the Galaxy S24 Ultra became the first-ever Galaxy phone to equip a titanium frame, aiming to improve the durability and structural strength. It also helped the company to bring a thinner design for a better user experience. The Galaxy S25 Ultra retained titanium with a round corner design.

You should know that Apple was the first to debut Titanium with the iPhone 15 Pro lineup in 2023 and discontinued it with the iPhone 17 Pro series released late last year.

During the September event, Apple said its new brushed aluminum unibody design has a lightweight aerospace-grade 7000-series aluminum alloy. This upgrade accompanies major changes such as the camera plateau, which created more room inside the chassis and helped the company to increase the vapor chamber size for better cooling and improve the battery capacity, which is now more than 5,000mAh, better than the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Now that the Galaxy S26 Ultra has also marked the end of Titanium in Galaxy S-series phones, we can say that Samsung followed Apple’s titanium reign. That’s all we could observe from Samsung’s silent design change.

Armor Aluminum

With titanium out of the picture, Samsung has returned to Armor Aluminum. Samsung hasn’t detailed the aluminum or titanium within its Unpacked keynote, but here are the key benefits.

The S26 Ultra has a slimmer outlook, consisting of a 7.9mm thickness and 214 grams in weight. That makes the phone 0.3mm thinner and 4 grams lighter than the Galaxy S25 Ultra.

The reason behind this design improvement is that aluminum is less dense than titanium and helps to reduce the overall device volume. We may have seen further upgrades in this segment, but more space is now allocated to a larger vapor chamber for better cooling.

One of my favorite benefits of reverting to aluminum is vibrant colors returning to the Galaxy Ultra device. Unfortunately, the Galaxy S26 Ultra couldn’t offer improved battery life.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra may not be the last titanium Galaxy S-series phone, but we can’t be so sure, since Samsung chose to say nothing at all.

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Samsung has released the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and it comes with real innovation, like the privacy display. While the company has awed the users with this innovation, the Galaxy S26 Ultra retained its old battery specs.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra equips a 5000 mAh battery. With this addition, all of the S-series Ultra phones have the same battery capacity, including S20 Ultra, S21 Ultra, S22 Ultra, S23 Ultra, S24 Ultra, and S25 Ultra.

For the past five years, Samsung has been relying on chipset optimisations to offer a better battery experience instead of actually upgrading the hardware. So, the improvement side is majorly goes to the chip side.

On the stage at Unpacked, the company proudly promoted the S26 Ultra’s battery performance, providing 31 hours of video playback. However, it’s the same as last year’s Galaxy S25 Ultra. It’s hard to note the difference in promotions, but the real-life experience might be slightly different than usual.

However, the experience might be different due to new chip optimizations that Samsung is offering with this new device, around 30 minutes more in real-life use cases.

In an age where competitors are launching over 6000 mAh flagships, Samsung is still stuck on a 5-year-old strategy. The criticism intensifies when Apple is also making praiseworthy battery improvements. Its latest iPhones have already surpassed 5000mAH battery pack, and more such improvements might be coming with the next-generation.

Afterall, it’s not bad that the Galaxy S26 Ultra is also using the 5000mAh battery. Instead, Samsung could have done better. To divert focus from this discussion, the phone maker is offering 60W wired charging support.

Samsung has launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,299, and it’s available for pre-order. The official sale will start on March 11, 2026.

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Earlier this month, Samsung started rolling out the February 2026 security update. However, the update has only reached a few Galaxy devices so far. As February is almost over, many users are still waiting to receive the latest security patch on their phones. It means that several Galaxy devices will get an older security patch in 2026.

Right now, the February 2026 update is available for Samsung’s newest flagship models. These include the Samsung Galaxy S25, Galaxy S24, and Galaxy S23 series. Samsung has also released the update for its latest foldable phones, including Galaxy TriFold, Fold 7, Fold 6, Fold 5, and Fold 4 along with Flip models.

This time, the rollout seems slower than usual. Many other Galaxy devices, including older flagship and mid-range models, have not received the February 2026 patch yet. Since the month is almostend, it looks like several Galaxy phones may get an older security patch, means February 2026 patch, in March 2026.

There could be a few reasons for this delay. Samsung was busy with the One UI 8.5 Beta Program and the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event. When Samsung works on big software updates and major product launches, monthly security updates can sometimes move more slowly.

For users who have not received the February update, there is no need to worry. They may receive it in March 2026. You can check a list of those devices that will get an older patch in March 2026.

These Galaxy Devices will get an older security patch in March 2026

• Galaxy A56 5G, Galaxy A53 5G, Galaxy A54 5G, Galaxy A55 5G
• Galaxy Tab Active5 Pro
• Galaxy XCover6 Pro, Galaxy XCover7, Galaxy XCover7 Pro

Some of them could also get the February 2026 patch next month

• Galaxy Z Fold3 5G
• Galaxy Z Flip3 5G
• Galaxy S22, Galaxy S22+, Galaxy S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S21 FE 5G
• Galaxy A04, Galaxy A04s, Galaxy A04e, Galaxy A05, Galaxy A05s, Galaxy A06, Galaxy A06 5G, Galaxy A07
• Galaxy A13, Galaxy A14, Galaxy A14 5G, Galaxy A15, Galaxy A15 5G, Galaxy A16, Galaxy A16 5G, Galaxy A17, Galaxy A17 5G
• Galaxy A23, Galaxy A23 5G, Galaxy A24, Galaxy A25 5G, Galaxy A26 5G
• Galaxy A33 5G, Galaxy A34 5G, Galaxy A35 5G, Galaxy A36 5G
• Galaxy A73 5G
• Galaxy C55 5G
• Galaxy M04, Galaxy M05, Galaxy M06 5G, Galaxy M07
• Galaxy M13, Galaxy M13 5G, Galaxy M14, Galaxy M14 5G, Galaxy M15 5G, Galaxy M16 5G,
• Galaxy M17 5G
• Galaxy M23 5G
• Galaxy M33 5G, Galaxy M34 5G, Galaxy M35 5G, Galaxy M36 5G
• Galaxy M44 5G
• Galaxy M53 5G, Galaxy M54 5G, Galaxy M55 5G, Galaxy M55s 5G, Galaxy M56 5G
• Galaxy F04, Galaxy F05, Galaxy F06 5G, Galaxy F07
• Galaxy F13, Galaxy F14, Galaxy F14 5G, Galaxy F15 5G, Galaxy F16 5G, Galaxy F17 5G
• Galaxy F34 5G, Galaxy F36 5G
• Galaxy F54 5G, Galaxy F55 5G, Galaxy F56 5G
• Galaxy Tab S11, Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra
• Galaxy Tab S10+, Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S10 FE, Galaxy Tab S10 FE+, Galaxy Tab S10 Lite
• Galaxy Tab S9, Galaxy Tab S9+, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, Galaxy Tab S9 FE, Galaxy Tab S9 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S8, Galaxy Tab S8+, Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra
• Galaxy Tab S6 Lite (2024)
• Galaxy Tab A11, Galaxy Tab A11+
• Galaxy Tab A9, Galaxy Tab A9+, Galaxy Tab A9+(2025)
• Galaxy Tab Active4 Pro, Galaxy Tab Active5
• Galaxy XCover5

Users can check for updates by going to Settings, then Software Update, and tapping Download and Install to see if the latest version is available for their device. Stay tuned.

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Samsung just launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and rumors of the Galaxy S27 Ultra LOFIC camera evolution have started to surface. The latest entry signals a breakthrough in imaging capabilities, matching the “king of lenses.”

Leaker Digital Chat Station revealed that Samsung is developing a new 200MP sensor internally labeled HPA. A large 1/1.12 inch sensor with LOFIC technology baked in. In industry circles, it is already being called the “king of lenses.”

Ice Universe stepped in with the part Samsung diehards actually care about. The Samsung insider revealed that the Galaxy S27 Ultra will not use the exact HPA unit; it will use HP6. Meanwhile, there’s more you should know.

The HP6 is essentially the consumer-tuned version of HPA. Slightly smaller at 1/1.3 inch, which sounds like a downgrade if you only read spec sheets, but performance matches the larger 200MP ISOCELL HPA camera sensor.

LOFIC is the real story

LOFIC stands for Lateral Overflow Integration Capacitor. What it really means is better dynamic range. LOFIC allows the sensor to store extra charge when light gets intense, instead of clipping it.

The result should be cleaner HDR without the artificial overprocessing that sometimes makes Samsung photos look overcooked. If Samsung gets this right, it is about image quality that actually competes with the best.

If you are holding an S24 Ultra or older, the S26 Ultra will still be a massive leap. But if you already own the S25 and care deeply about camera innovation, 2027 is shaping up to be the real reset.

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At MWC 2026, Xiaomi took the wraps off the Xiaomi 17 series for global markets, alongside a new Wear OS watch and a handful of ecosystem devices. The new devices from Xiaomi come as the toughest competitors to the Galaxy S26 and Watch 8.

This is the kind of launch that Samsung’s mobile division studies carefully. Galaxy Watch 8 has been up for purchase since July, and preorders for the Galaxy S26 series are officially open ahead of sale commencement on March 11.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra brings a giant camera sensor

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra introduces Xiaomi’s first 1-inch LOFIC main sensor. LOFIC, short for lateral overflow integration capacitor, increases full well capacity.

Simply put, captures more light without blowing highlights, which means better HDR and more dynamic range in tough lighting.

Samsung has pushed large sensors and pixel binning for years, especially with its 200MP ISOCELL lineup. Now Xiaomi is going after sensor physics more aggressively.

Xiaomi is pairing a 200MP sensor with a 75mm to 100mm mechanical optical zoom, extending to a 400mm equivalent using sensor crop. It is Leica-tuned and built to APO standards to reduce fringing and ghosting.

Xiaomi says:

Xiaomi 17 Ultra breaks new ground with Xiaomi’s first 1″ LOFIC main camera sensor. The Light Fusion 1050L image sensor uses cutting-edge capacitor technology to significantly increase full-well capacity and enable next-generation HDR performance. Another key breakthrough is the Leica 200MP 75–100mm camera, featuring a 75–100mm mechanical optical zoom. Built to Leica APO optical references, the telephoto camera maintains high image quality with minimal ghosting and colour fringing across the entire zoom range, and expands to a 400mm (17.2x) equivalent focal length thanks to advanced sensor technology for outstanding long-range photography.

Samsung’s Ultra models have long defined the Android zoom camera. If Xiaomi’s 200MP telephoto delivers cleaner long-range shots with true optical transitions between focal lengths, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will have real pressure on its hands.

Xiaomi 17 series goes global

Xiaomi 17 series first debuted in China as one of the earliest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 flagships. Now, the Chinese phone maker is bringing it globally, with the Xiaomi 17 starting at €999 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra at €1,499 in Europe.

Similar to the Galaxy S26 series, Xiaomi 17 series run Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. Theoretically, the performance may draw, but Samsung’s flagship phones are already nailing the benchmarks with impressive scores.

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra boasts a 50MP primary camera, a 200MP telephoto sensor, a 50MP ultrawide camera, and a 50MP selfie snapper. The phone sports a 6.9-inch display, packing 6,000mAh battery with 90W charging and up to 1TB of storage.

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You can get a brand-new Galaxy S26 Ultra for $0 in the US. The phone can literally be free for you, but there are strings attached. Verizon is taking your existing device and offering an S26 Ultra, just agree to their only term.

If you buy the Samsung Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, or S26 Ultra on the Verizon Device Payment Program, activate it on the Unlimited Ultimate plan, and trade in an eligible device, you can receive up to $1,300 in bill credits.

This number matters because it matches the price ceiling of the S26 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,299 in the US. If you qualify for the full amount, Verizon essentially wipes out the phone’s retail cost through monthly credits.

Understanding the $1,300 trade-in math

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is financed over 36 months at 0 percent APR through Verizon’s Device Payment Program.

If your trade-in qualifies for the full $1,300 promotional value, Verizon applies bill credits spread evenly across those 36 months.

So instead of paying, for example, roughly $36 per month for a $1,300 device, you receive an equivalent monthly credit. The charge and the credit cancel each other out. Net result: $0 per month for the phone.

How to actually get the S26 Ultra for $0

Step 1: Go to Samsung’s website and select the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Choose Verizon as your carrier and opt for the Verizon Device Payment Program. Make sure you are selecting or upgrading to the Unlimited Ultimate plan.

Step 2: Complete the purchase through Samsung. You are financing the device through Verizon, but the transaction starts on Samsung’s side.

Step 3: After placing the order, head to Verizon’s trade-in portal online. The trade-in is processed through Verizon’s system, not Samsung’s internal trade-in program.

Step 4: Submit your eligible device details. Confirm it powers on, has no activation lock, and no battery damage; ship it as instructed.

Step 5: Once Verizon verifies the device, bill credits begin applying across your 36-month term.

Who qualifies for $1,300 trade-in value?

According to Samsung’s website, the following devices are eligible for the full $1,300 promotional trade-in value when paired with Verizon’s Device Payment Program and the Unlimited Ultimate plan:

Galaxy S series

• Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Edge, and S25 Ultra
• Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra
• Galaxy S24 FE
• Galaxy S23, S23+ and S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S23 FE
• Galaxy S22, S22+ and S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S21 FE

Galaxy Z series

• Galaxy Z Flip 7, Fold 7 and Flip 7 FE
• Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Fold 6
• Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4
• Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Flip 3

It spans multiple Ultra generations, Fan Editions, and Foldables, going all the way back to Fold 3 and Flip 3; even the S21 FE is eligible.

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Samsung has started rolling out a new software update for its popular foldable phones and premium tablets. This includes Galaxy S10+, Galaxy S10 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4, Fold 5, and Flip 5. 

The update brings the February 2026 security patch, which improves device safety and overall system stability. It is currently available in South Korea and is expected to reach other countries very soon.

February 2026 update fixes 37 security issues found in the previous software version. These fixes help protect devices from possible threats and make them more secure for everyday use. You can check the latest firmware below.

• Galaxy Z Fold 5 – F946NKSS6FZB2
• Galaxy Z Flip 5 – F731NKSS6FZB2
• Galaxy Z Fold 4 – F936NKSS7IZB2
• Galaxy Z Flip 4 – F721NKSS7IZB2
• Galaxy Tab S10+ (Wi-Fi) – X820XXS7CZB5
• Galaxy Tab S10+ (Cellular) – X826NKOS7CZB5
• Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra (Wi-Fi) – X920XXS7CZB5
• Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra (Cellular) – X926NKOS7CZB5

All these devices are also eligible for One UI 8.5, based on Android 16 QPR2. This future update will bring a refreshed design and new features.

To check if the latest update is available on your device, open the Settings app and scroll down to Software update. Tap on it, then select Download and install. Your phone or tablet will automatically search for any new updates. If the February 2026 security update is available for your device, you can simply follow the on-screen instructions to download and install it right away.

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On February 25, Samsung introduced its new flagship phones and earbuds. The phones are full of adventure, thanks to their untold upgrades. Samsung also quietly dropped two iconic marketing terms with the Galaxy S26 Ultra and no one noticed it.

With the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung has rebranded the S Pen and 100x Zoom. The company has replaced its legacy “Embedded S Pen” and “Space Zoom” marketing terms with unified and something familiar labels.

Embedded S Pen is now S Pen

Samsung used to introduce stylus support as “Embedded S Pen,” but this aspect has now changed. The Galaxy S24 Ultra and S25 Ultra still highlight the legacy branding, but the Galaxy S26 Ultra introduces a cleaner term, simply “S Pen.”

Rumors suggest the stylus may become an external accessory in a future flagship. The Galaxy S27 Ultra might be the first model to revive the S21 Ultra strategy. It seems Samsung is already preparing its specs sheet without noise.

S Pen works the same way as the Galaxy S25 Ultra, but the Galaxy S26 Ultra specs sheet now mentions “S Pen,” not the familiar “Embedded S Pen.”

Space Zoom becomes Digital Zoom

Galaxy S20 Ultra was the first phone to introduce Space Zoom camera. It’s called Space Zoom, given its 100x zoom camera. Since then, Samsung’s Ultra models maintained the legacy, but the S26 Ultra is an exception here.

For the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Samsung now calls it “100x Digital Zoom,” rather than “100x Space Zoom.” The zoom camera has improved much, and the change in branding is nothing but unification with other models.

Non-Ultra models, Galaxy S and S Plus, feature up to 30x zoom. The phones bring 3x optical zoom and up to 30x Digital Zoom. Samsung has always used “Digital Zoom” term for the non-Ultra models, which is now effective on the S26 Ultra as well.

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Samsung is working on its largest 200-megapixel camera sensor, the ISOCELL HPA. It is expected to launch in 2027. This new sensor will help Samsung take better photos and compete with other brands like Sony and OmniVision.

According to the tipster, Digital Chat Station, the ISOCELL HPA will have a 1/1.12-inch sensor size, almost as big as a 1-inch sensor. It is the same size as Sony’s 200MP LYT-901 sensor and Samsung’s 50MP ISOCELL GN2 sensor. Bigger sensors capture more light, which means photos will be brighter and clearer, even in very dark or very bright scenes.

The sensor is also said to use LOFIC technology. LOFIC helps the camera capture more details in both shadows and highlights. This means your photos and videos will look balanced and more natural without parts being too dark or too bright.

Samsung has made other 200MP sensors before, but none were this large. The ISOCELL HPA could appear in upcoming flagship phones, especially in “Ultra” models from Chinese brands. At the same time, leaks say the Galaxy S27 Ultra might use a slightly smaller ISOCELL HP6 sensor at 1/1.3-inch, which should still perform very well.

Aside from this, Samsung recently launched the Galaxy S26 series, and it is now available for preorder. Also, the company is offering amazing offers and freebies on pre-order.

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Some Samsung fans may be disappointed as the company reportedly won’t be releasing the Galaxy S26 Edge or the Galaxy Z TriFold 2. According to Samsung’s Chief Operating Officer, Won‑Joon Choi, the company isn’t planning another iPhone Air rival or a second tri‑fold.

Back in 2025, Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 Edge, but it didn’t sell well. This phone was a very slim version of the Galaxy S25, but it wasn’t very different from other models. Because of this, not many people bought it. Samsung may have decided that making another Edge phone isn’t worth the effort.

The Galaxy Z TriFold 2 is also unlikely. While Samsung’s first tri-fold sold out when restocked, it is very expensive and hard to make. Most people are not ready to pay such a high price for a tri-fold phone. Production costs and limited demand make a follow-up unlikely.

Choi mentioned that Samsung is still interested in foldable phones but wants to offer “different experiences.” This could mean new foldable designs, such as the rumored Galaxy Wide Fold, or other unique models. Samsung seems focused on making phones that more people want, instead of repeating designs that didn’t sell well.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 itself is moving forward. Pre-orders are already open, and Samsung is promoting the Galaxy S26 models rather than the Edge version. Fans can expect upgrades like a better S Pen and improved features across the lineup. While the Edge and tri-fold are likely canceled, the Galaxy S26 remains the main focus for Samsung buyers.

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Samsung has already started pre-orders for its new Galaxy S26 series, and there are many good deals for buyers. If you are thinking about getting a new phone, this is a good chance to save money. These deals are for a limited time during the pre-order period.

The offers include big trade-in discounts, free earbuds, free storage upgrades, and extra credits. Let’s check them:

The Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,300, but you can save up to $900 if you trade in your old phone. The Galaxy S26+ starts at $1,100 and offers up to $700 off with trade-in. The regular Galaxy S26 starts at $900 and gives up to $500 off with trade-in. Samsung is also giving up to $150 off accessories and a free $30 credit if you reserve the phone early.

Some deals also include free gifts. Buyers can get the new Galaxy Buds 4 for free with select Galaxy S26+ and Ultra models. There is also a big discount on the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, which makes them almost free in some cases. These offers help you get more value for your money.

Aside from this, Amazon is also giving extra benefits. Customers can get a free 2x storage upgrade on all Galaxy S26 models. This means you get double the storage space without paying extra. Some orders also come with gift cards worth up to $200.

Samsung Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra offer powerful performance, improved cameras, and premium designs. The Ultra model is the most advanced, while the S26 and S26+ are great choices for everyday users who want top features at a lower price.

With trade-in offers, free earbuds, bonus storage, and gift cards, it is a good time to upgrade.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 series comes with many new camera improvements, and one of the most interesting upgrades is the Motion Photo feature. This feature lets you capture a short video along with every photo to make it easy to save special moments exactly as they happen.

Motion Photo is a smart camera feature that records a few seconds of video when you take a photo. This helps you keep the action or expressions in a moment, not just a still image.

With the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung has improved Motion Photo to make it smarter and more practical. The biggest change is the new Auto mode, which decides when to save a motion photo. For still scenes, like landscapes, the camera saves only a regular photo. But when there’s movement, it automatically saves a motion photo.

The camera also always saves motion photos of human faces or pets, even if they are not moving. This ensures that your favorite moments with people or pets are always captured in a lively way.

In addition to this, Samsung has added a camera sound for Motion Photos. This sound lets you know when a motion photo is being taken. You can change or turn off this sound in the camera settings, which gives you full control over your photography experience.

These upgrades make Motion Photo more useful and fun. You can now focus on capturing moments without worrying about unnecessary videos.

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Gemini app on Android has a new update that makes it much easier to share photos and videos. With version 1.0.869192867, you can now send multiple pictures and videos to Gemini using the Android share menu.

Before this update, you could only share one photo at a time from another app. You could not share videos this way at all. If you wanted to send many photos or a video, you had to download them first. Then you had to open the Gemini app and upload them from inside the app. This took extra time and steps.

Now, everything is simpler. You can open your Gallery, Google Photos, or any other app with images or videos. Select up to 10 files at once. Then tap the share button and choose Gemini. The files will open directly in the Gemini app. You do not need to download them again or upload them separately.

This saves time and makes the app easier to use. If you want Gemini to look at many pictures, compare them, or explain what is happening in a video, you can send everything together in one go.

But there is one small limit. You can only send up to 10 photos or videos at one time. If you select more than 10, only the first 10 will be sent. The rest will not go through. This update makes Gemini faster, simpler, and more helpful for Android users.

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The February 2026 software update rollout for Samsung was not usual. The company’s distribution engine has hit a break, largely due to the Galaxy S26 series. Millions of users are still waiting for the latest security patch on their devices.

Like others, the February security patch is crucial for Galaxy devices. While Google’s participation has slowed down, Samsung brought several patches. We will likely see March filled with the rollout of February 2026 patches.

Samsung had a light software rollout in February 2026

Samsung’s security rollout for February 2026 has been surprisingly light, and that is putting it politely. We track Samsung’s firmware servers daily at SammyFans.

Normally by this point, dozens of Galaxy models across price tiers have picked up the monthly patch. This time, the list feels trimmed down to the flagship elite.

So far, the February patch has reached the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S24, and Galaxy S23 series, along with the newest foldables, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Here’s the complete list of devices

• Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 FE, S25 Edge
• Galaxy S24, S24+, S24 Ultra, S24 FE
• Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE
• Galaxy Fold 7, Flip 7 and Flip 7 FE
• Galaxy Z TriFold
• Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6

Apart from these models, no widespread push to mid-range Galaxy A devices. For a company that built its recent reputation on fast and reliable security updates, this slowdown stands out.

Google included 25 Android-level fixes, while Samsung addressed 12 of its own SVE items, short for Samsung Vulnerabilities and Exposures. In total, 37 vulnerabilities were patched.

The Galaxy S26 series just launched with One UI 8.5, and it is obvious where the engineering focus has been. Still, it is February 28. The “February security update” is missing for the vast majority of the Galaxy portfolio.

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Samsung has rebuilt the Gallery experience on the Samsung Galaxy S26 with One UI 8.5 on top of Android 16, and this time the upgrades run deeper than a regular overhaul.

Following the Galaxy S26 launch, Samsung unveiled the latest Camera and Gallery features. Head toward our dedicated article to catch up on everything about the Galaxy S26 camera.

Samsung Gallery features in Galaxy S26

Real-time Gallery Search

Search now responds as you type; Real-Time Search surfaces results instantly. Video Search goes further. The system analyzes segments inside a clip and lets you jump to specific moments.

Photo Assist

Samsung’s upgraded Photo Assist now accepts text prompts or reference images. You can replace a subject entirely or insert new objects into a scene.

You can apply one of nine visual treatments, including 3D Toon, Retro Anime, Pop Art, Watercolor, Oil Painting, Anime, Crayon, Comic, and Sci-Fi.

Gen AI Remaster

Remaster has shifted from basic sharpening to generative reconstruction. It enhances detail while maintaining resolution, up to 12MP output.

Upgraded Audio Eraser

Audio Eraser now works inside third-party apps such as YouTube, Netflix, and Instagram. Through a Quick Panel toggle, users can suppress background noise and emphasize voices without leaving the app in use.

Overlay and Live Translation

• Overlay Translation: Instead of awkward floating captions, the translated text mirrors the original alignment more closely.
• Live Translation: It works directly in the camera preview. Point at text, and translated content appears across continuous frames in real time.

Advanced Video Effects

Reaction mode now detects gestures and facial expressions to trigger effects during video calls. Light Up compensates for dim lighting conditions, brightening only the subject. Show Only Me isolates a selected person and hides others in real time.

Expert RAW Virtual Aperture

In Expert RAW, Virtual Aperture simulates aperture priority shooting similar to DSLR systems. The software recreates depth and exposure characteristics based on the selected aperture value.

Virtual Reflector Effect

Virtual Reflector Effect lets you position a simulated reflector and adjust its color, intensity, and direction. Meanwhile, Portrait lighting can be shaped after framing, rather than relying purely on ambient light.

Ocean (Underwater) Mode

Ocean Mode adjusts white balance for underwater scenes. The interface is designed for easier operation when submerged.

Enhance-X

Enhance-X now supports multi-file selection at launch. Photos and videos can be processed in batches through the Select Tool. A History tab tracks previously edited files, including documents.

Film-Style Filters

• Film-style filters introduce grain and vignetting by default.

Cinematic Glow

• Cinematic Glow softens light sources, adding a halo effect for a richer atmosphere.

Camera and Gallery Assistant

Camera Assistant adds granular controls for video quality, focus behavior, and 8K mirroring on the S26 Ultra. In Pro Video mode, the TILTA wireless lens controller can adjust manual focus and trigger recording remotely.

Gallery Assistant, now officially launched after an extensive Beta Program, focuses on batch editing and utility features for image and video workflows. It is available through the Galaxy Store for supported One UI versions.

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With the Galaxy S26 Ultra camera features, Samsung is pushing deeper into professional-grade video, AI-driven computational photography, and workflow-level control.

From a 200MP multi-frame HDR pipeline to an open-source video codec with YUV422 color, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is clearly designed for users who care about latitude, color science, and editing flexibility.

Here are the Galaxy S26’s photo camera features

200MP HDR

Unlike conventional single-shot high-resolution capture, Galaxy S26 Ultra’ pipeline merges multiple exposures at full 200MP. It delivers sharper edge definition, improved highlight retention, and a more usable dynamic range in high-contrast scenes.

24MP Fusion logic

Samsung introduces a 24MP mode powered by AI-based fusion. The logic combines a 12MP multi-frame image, optimized for noise control and dynamic range.

The output delivers the usability and manageable file size of 12MP while retaining fine detail closer to 50MP. This 24MP option is accessible via the high-resolution toggle inside the Camera Assistant app.

AI ISP

Samsung is applying AI ISP (Image Signal Processor) processing to the front camera. The system aims to reproduce skin tones more accurately across varied lighting conditions.

Virtual aperture engine

The virtual aperture engine that debuted inside Expert RAW is now integrated directly into native Portrait Mode. Users can simulate different “f stops” computationally, adjusting depth of field characteristics.

Document Scan and smarter everyday tools

The updated Document Scan feature uses AI to identify and correct unwanted elements. It can straighten curved pages, reduce moire patterns from printed text, and enhance character sharpness.

Multi scan support allows several pages to be captured into a single document. Dedicated filters adapt to different document types.

Motion Photo

Motion Photo now includes an Auto mode. The camera saves a Motion Photo only when movement is detected. Meanwhile, human faces and pets still trigger Motion Photo capture even without obvious movement

Mode Layout

The camera UI has also been simplified. Night mode is integrated into standard Photo mode, while Dual Recording now lives inside the Video quick control panel. Core features remain accessible via Camera Assistant, but the surface layout is cleaner.

Here are the Galaxy S26’s video camera features

Nightography Video

Samsung is refining its Nightography branding with a brighter sensor and enhanced denoising processing. Gyro data is combined with exposure logic to maintain stable brightness even during sudden lighting shifts.

Horizon Lock

SuperSteady now includes a Horizon Lock option. This maintains a level horizon in addition to shake reduction. For handheld shooting without constantly checking the screen, this is a practical addition.

Cinematic control

Cinematic Portrait Video brings large aperture style bokeh to moving subjects. Users can adjust focus and blur intensity after recording through the Gallery editor.

APV codec

The most technically ambitious addition among the Galaxy S26 Ultra camera features is Advanced Professional Video (APV). On the S26 Ultra, APV enables HDR and Log recording up to 8K 30fps, alongside supporting YUV422 color sampling.

Samsung Log and Cine LUTs

Samsung Log is complemented by a LUT preview feature. Users can preview corrected color in real time while shooting. An expanded library of 12 Cine LUTs is available for PC editing.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra supports 25W wireless charging, and the component maker has now revealed a structural redesign and gains.

According to ETNews, Samsung is sourcing the Galaxy S26 Ultra wireless charging system from Witz. The component manufacturer has now made an official announcement and disclosed the changes and improvements.

Witz is responsible for supplying wireless charging RX (receiving) modules for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The upgraded module brings the fastest wireless charging technology ever on a Samsung smartphone.

Galaxy S26 and S26+ feature 20W wireless charging, whereas the Galaxy S26 Ultra supports 25W. The difference isn’t that significant, but the area where this improvement has been made is itself significant.

Witz revealed that it redesigned the system to achieve heat management and power stability. Faster wireless charging had two issues, including overheating and unstable power delivery, but the vendor overcame both.

Additionally, the revamped product helps in maintaining a slim form factor. This suggests strategic execution by Samsung and Witz. The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s thickness has been reduced by 0.3mm as compared to its predecessor.

An official from Witz stated:

“We are encouraged to be able to supply our wireless charging RX modules for the key model assigned the largest production share within this series.”

Samsung officially confirmed the Galaxy S26 series doesn’t bring built-in magnets. You can still enable Qi2 charging by using specific cases. The feature is still under consideration and will be applied when stability is met internally.

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Samsung introduced its latest products at the Galaxy Unpacked event in San Francisco, US. At this event, Samsung showed new smartphones, new wireless earbuds, and smarter AI features. Also, the company made announcements about better performance, stronger privacy, and easier everyday use.

Galaxy Unpacked is Samsung’s special event where it launches its newest devices. Every year, Samsung holds this event to show improvements in its phones and technology. This time, the main highlight was the Galaxy S26 series, along with new AI tools and upgraded earbuds.

Check the big highlights of Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 below.

Galaxy S26 Series

Samsung launched three new phones – Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the top model. It has a big 6.9-inch screen and runs on the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. The phone keeps its 200MP main camera and 50MP zoom camera but improves them to take clearer photos.

It comes with a 5,000 mAh battery that can charge up to 75% in just 30 minutes with a 60W charger. It also supports the S-Pen and comes with several new AI features.

The Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus also offer strong performance. In some countries, they use Samsung’s Exynos 2600 processor. The Galaxy S26 has a slightly bigger battery than last year’s model.

Galaxy Buds 4 Series

Samsung also launched Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. They come with improved sound, smarter features, and a more refined design focused on comfort and performance.

The new earbuds come with a refreshed design and upgraded technology. The Buds 4 cost $179, and the Pro version costs $250. The Pro model offers better sound and longer battery life.

Privacy Display

A major highlight of the S26 Ultra is the Privacy Display. This feature lets users hide sensitive content, such as passwords or notifications, so people nearby cannot see them. There’s also a maximum privacy mode that makes the screen hard to view from the side.

Smarter AI Features

Samsung now offers three AI assistants to its phones: Bixby, Google Gemini, and Perplexity. These assistants can help set alarms, take notes, summarize calls, and even place orders. Samsung also partnered with these AI companies to make phones more helpful in daily tasks.

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Samsung has just launched its new Galaxy S26 series, but one lucky customer has already received their Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung says official shipping will start on March 6, so getting the phone so early is unusual.

The lucky customer, a Reddit user named Boris499, got the Galaxy S26 Ultra less than 24 hours after the launch. Their first post was deleted because it showed the phone’s IMEI number, but later shared pictures show the back of the phone.

Boris499 shared that the phone was directly from Deutsche Telekom, which is T-Mobile’s parent company in Europe. The exact location is not known, but it seems buying from the carrier helped them get the phone quickly.

Pre-orders for the Galaxy S26 series started right after Samsung’s Unpacked event. Even if you order early, most people will still need to wait a few days or weeks to get their phone. Samsung says deliveries will officially begin on March 6, and the phones will be available in stores from March 11.

The Galaxy S26 series includes three models. In the US, the Galaxy S26 starts at $899.99, the Galaxy S26 Plus at $1,099.99, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,299.99. Samsung also offers trade-in discounts for customers upgrading from an older Samsung phone to make it easier to get the new model.

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Samsung has become the first South Korean company to cross a market value of $1 trillion. This is a big moment for the company. On February 26, 2026, its total value reached about $1.025 trillion at the end of trading. It briefly became one of the 12 most valuable companies in the world.

For a short time, Samsung even moved ahead of Walmart in global rankings. Later, its value slipped slightly but remained around the $1 trillion mark. Even with the small drop, the milestone is still historic. It shows how strong Samsung has become worldwide.

According to tipster Jukan, this happened just one day after Samsung launched its new flagship, the Galaxy S26 series. The timing suggests that the launch helped boost investor confidence. However, the success was not only because of the new phones. Other parts of Samsung’s business also played an important role.

Samsung’s chip-making division, Samsung Foundry, is one of the main reasons behind this success. The company recently introduced its second-generation 2nm chip technology. Many global tech companies are working with Samsung to produce advanced chips. This has helped increase its business growth.

Another major factor is the rising demand for memory chips, mainly for AI. Samsung is one of the top memory chip makers in the world. As AI use grows, the need for advanced memory chips is also rising. This has helped Samsung earn more revenue.

A day before crossing the milestone, Samsung introduced the Galaxy S26 series.  Preorders started soon after the launch and received a positive response. You can also preorder the Galaxy S26 series now. It will be available from March 11.

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Samsung recently launched the Galaxy S26 with many smart AI features, and one of the main highlights is its new AI document scanner. This feature makes scanning papers easier and smarter. It is designed to help people scan documents quickly with better quality.

The new scanner uses AI to find the edges of a paper automatically. It crops out the background like your table or desk. It also straightens the page if it is tilted. The phone fixes the lighting and removes shadows to make the text clear.

You just need to open the scanner and point your camera at the document. The phone does most of the work for you. It can also scan many pages and save them as one PDF file. This is helpful for school work, office papers, or bills.

The feature is new and advanced. Many people may think they need the Galaxy S26 to scan documents this way. The AI makes it sound special and different. But the truth is much simpler.

Most Android phones already have a scanner in the Google Drive app via 9to5Google. You can open the app, tap the plus button, and choose “Scan.” It can also find the edges, crop the image, fix lighting, and remove shadows. It works fast and gives clear results.

You can scan many pages and save them as one PDF. The file is saved directly in Google Drive, ready to share. It only takes a few seconds to finish.

It means that you do not need a new phone just to scan documents. The tool is already on your Android phone. It is free, easy to use, and works very well.

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Samsung US has added two new members to its TeamGalaxy for 2026. They are Audrey Nuna and Haley Baylee. This news came right after Samsung launched the new Galaxy S26 series. The launch took place at the company’s Unpacked 2026 event.

The Galaxy S26 series comes with smarter AI features. These tools help people finish daily tasks more easily. The phone also has high-quality cameras for clear photos and videos. It is designed to make life simple and smooth.

The new Galaxy series feature an built-in Privacy Display. This makes it hard for people beside you to see your screen. It helps protect your personal information in public places. Samsung also introduced the new Galaxy Buds 4 Pro to pair with the phone.

Audrey Nuna is a singer and rapper known for her bold style. She also acted as “Mira” in Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters. In the campaign, she shows how she uses the Galaxy S26 to create music. Her own songs are included in the ads.

Audrey said working with Samsung feels meaningful. She likes that the brand has strong roots in South Korea. She also included her mother in the campaign. This made the project feel personal and special to her.

Haley Baylee shares posts about the new Privacy Display. She showcases how it works in real life. Her content is focused on privacy and daily phone use. She connects with many people online.

Along with them, 11 new creators and 13 older members joined the team. They come from different fields like art, gaming, and music. Together, they show how Galaxy devices support creativity. The TeamGalaxy campaign highlights simple, smart, and private technology for everyone.

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Samsung TV Plus, which now has over 100 million monthly users, has partnered with V10 Entertainment to bring all MotoAmerica motorcycle races to its platform for the 2026-2027 seasons. Fans will be able to watch every live race, replays, practice sessions, and behind-the-scenes content.

The season starts with the 84th DAYTONA 200 on March 6th, which airs on the Samsung TV Network (STN). Later this spring, a new 24/7 channel called MotoAmericaTV will launch. This channel will show over 200 hours of live races, full race replays, and highlights from past seasons.

For the first time, every racing class will be on TV. This includes the all-women’s class and the premier Superbike class. Select live races will also air on STN throughout the season. Fans can enjoy complete coverage of their favorite riders and teams.

For the first time, every racing class will be on TV. This includes the all-women’s class and the premier Superbike class. Select live races will also air on STN throughout the season. Fans can enjoy complete coverage of their favorite riders and teams.

The 2026 season will have 10 race weekends across seven classes. Races will take place at famous tracks like Daytona International Speedway, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and Circuit of The Americas. Fans can watch Superbike, Supersport, Twins Cup, Talent Cup, King of the Baggers, Super Hooligan, and Royal Enfield Build.Train.Race.

“This partnership is a big step for our sport,” said Chuck Aksland, COO of MotoAmerica. “Working with Samsung brings our races to millions of new fans.” Salek Brodsky, Senior VP of Samsung TV Plus, said it is an easy and fun way for viewers to enjoy motorcycle racing.

In 2025, MotoAmerica had over 2.5 million online video views and more than 400,000 fans at live events. Now, fans can watch races for free on Samsung TVs, Galaxy phones, Smart Monitors, XR headsets, and Family Hub devices.

With Samsung TV Plus, MotoAmerica fans finally have a simple and easy way to watch every race, anytime and anywhere.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 series comes with a new feature – Privacy Display. This feature is made to protect your screen when you are using your phone in public places. Samsung has added this feature to make phones safer and more private for everyday use.

A new shortcut for this feature has recently shared by Alex Maxham. Users can turn Privacy Display on or off by simply double-pressing the power button. This makes it very quick and easy to use. You do not have to open settings every time you need more privacy.

To use this shortcut, you just need to go into the phone’s settings and choose Privacy Display for the power button double-press option. Once you set it, you can control the feature in seconds. This is helpful if you suddenly want to hide your screen from people around you.

The Privacy Display feature works differently from normal privacy options. Many phones use simple software tricks for lowering brightness or adding a filter. But Samsung’s feature is built into the screen hardware. It limits the viewing angle of the display. This means you can see everything clearly, but people looking from the side will see a dark or blurry screen.

The Galaxy S26 series is now available for pre-order in some markets. Customers can book their phone through Samsung’s official website or selected stores.

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Samsung has made a major change in software updates, automating the Wipe Cache function. It seems a downgrade for power users, but it’s a unification of features, which benefits users of all qualifying devices.

According to GalaxyClub, Samsung removed one of the most familiar tools from its recovery environment. With the February 2026 patch, the “Wipe Cache” partition option is gone on several flagship Galaxy devices.

Wipe Cache is no longer available

On updated units of the Galaxy S25 series and foldables like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Android Recovery menu now shows just three options: Reboot system now, Wipe data or factory reset, and Power off.

If you have been using Samsung phones long enough, you have probably booted into recovery. Power plus Volume Up, wait for the bootloader handoff, drop into the text-based interface, clear cache, and Reboot.

When performance dipped after a major One UI upgrade, or battery drain spiked, clearing the system cache was a troubleshooting step. Now, on devices running the latest February firmware, that button is simply not there.

A/B partitions changed the rules

The Galaxy S25 series marked Samsung’s full transition to seamless updates using A and B partitions. Instead of installing a new firmware over the live system, the phone writes the update to an inactive partition.

The update mechanism itself performs much of what users used to trigger manually with a cache wipe (via MyDaebakCafe). The AndroidRuntime (ART) is also tweaked, which renders the manual wipe cache partition concept feel outdated.

If you relied on Wipe cache partition as a post-update habit, this will feel like a loss. The change is driven by the approach that Samsung is tightening the recovery environment and aligning it with modern Android architecture.

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Samsung just released the One UI 8.5 Beta 6 update, and everyone felt the next release is going to be official. Well, well, the sixth One UI 8.5 Beta keeps us busy, with an awkward UI scaling issue surfaced on the latest release.

Glitches related to the user interface can quickly be handled if spotted on time. Samsung is reportedly working on the One UI 8.5 Beta 7, and we expect the UI scaling issue to be addressed in that software update.

What’s the issue?

Notification Panel in One UI 8.5 is where the scaling flaw exists. It was spotted when I was jotting a note in the Samsung Notes app. Expanding the Notification Panel exposes that the interface hasn’t reached perfection so far.

The panel brings two buttons: Notification settings and Clear. The “Clear” button disappears when there’s nothing to clean in the panel. The Notification settings key is what is hit by the scaling issue, and it’s literally awkward.

The pill surrounding the “Notification settings” label shrinks significantly. It also leaves its usual position, making the interface weird. Despite the glitch, the button to enter the assigned destination remains functional.

It’s all random. While trying to reproduce the glitch, nothing happened. The button remained there as it should have been. No issues with the placement or size; however, it could appear on the next attempt, when I may not pinpoint.

Samsung started the One UI 8.5 Beta Program in early December. We’ve been testing the Beta software for nearly three months now. The seventh Beta is expected to be here next month, yet such UI-linked problems make things worse.

Expect the One UI 8.5 Beta won’t have more such problems that could further delay the Stable release.

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Samsung is not waiting for you to walk into a store. It is putting the Galaxy S26 demo in your pocket right now, even if that pocket holds an iPhone or a Pixel.

The company has pushed a major update to its Try Galaxy web app. The update turns TryGalaxy into a full-blown UX simulation of the Galaxy S26 running One UI 8.5. It is aggressive marketing and smart as well.

Open the link on a non-Galaxy device and your screen transforms into a guided tour of Samsung’s latest software vision. This update is built around the Galaxy S26 experience, with a strong focus on One UI 8.5 and its practical tools.

The biggest highlight of the updated Try Galaxy is Photo Assist. Then there is Now Nudge, Samsung’s contextual alert system. Privacy Display is another interesting inclusion. Upgraded Nightography also gets screen time.

A web-based UX simulation will not perfectly capture the feel of haptics, display, or camera. Still, this approach chips away at the psychological barrier, reduces friction, and reframes the Galaxy S26 as something you can try right now.

• Visit TryGalaxy.com to install the web app and run the Galaxy S26 demo.

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The new Try Galaxy experience now pulls in the broader ecosystem, including Galaxy Z series foldables, wearables like Galaxy Buds, Galaxy Watch, and even Galaxy Ring, presenting them as interconnected pieces.

More interesting is the preview of Samsung’s Galaxy XR platform. The demo teases how spatial computing could integrate with One UI principles, hinting at continuity between phone, wearable, and immersive hardware.

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With the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung is expanding satellite communication across North America, Europe, and Japan through a wide network of carrier partnerships.

Satellite communication on smartphones began as an emergency-only feature. Apple helped popularize the concept globally, but Samsung’s 2025 rollout quietly laid its own foundation.

In the United States (North America), Samsung has aligned with three major operators. The combined effort gives Galaxy S26 users access to satellite-based messaging and emergency services across most of the US.

• T-Mobile is working with Starlink to power satellite messaging beyond traditional coverage areas.
• Verizon is supporting the feature through its eSOS infrastructure.
• AT&T is also onboard, broadening reach across rural and remote regions.

Europe is seeing a similar push.

• Virgin Media O2 is bringing satellite support to the UK.
• MasOrange is conducting trials in Spain.
• Vodafone is expanding the footprint across key EU markets.

Japan completes the triangle.

• Samsung has partnered with KDDI, SoftBank, NTT docomo, and Rakuten Mobile.

The Galaxy S26 marks the first time Samsung is treating satellite as a scaled service layer. Satellite links can support lightweight data, AI driven alerts, and network redundancy when ground towers fail.

The Galaxy S26 is shaping up to be more than an iterative hardware upgrade. Samsung is building infrastructure, which defines the next phase of the mobile industry.

Won-Joon Choi, President, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Head of the R&D Office, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics, said:

“Samsung has a rich legacy in wireless communication technologies, and we strive to be at the forefront of innovation in this space through open collaboration with global partners.”

“As satellite connectivity becomes an important part of the mobile landscape, we are committed to ensuring Galaxy users have reliable access to communication, especially when they need it most.”

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Fresh listings in the EU’s EPREL database suggest the upcoming Galaxy A37 and Galaxy A57 could quietly outperform the Galaxy S26 in one area that matters to everyone: battery life.

The Galaxy A37, model SM-A376B/DS, shows up in the EPREL database with an A rating for battery life. The label claims up to 53 hours on a single charge. The Galaxy A57, SM-A576B/DS, is right behind it at 52 hours, also with an A rating.

The Galaxy A36 carried a Class C energy efficiency rating and managed 41 hours. The Galaxy A56 stepped up to Class B with 44 hours.

For context, the Galaxy S26 is rated at 51 hours. EPREL figures are based on standardized testing conditions. They provide a controlled benchmark, and under that benchmark, the upcoming A-series phones are winning.

The Galaxy S26 remains the performance king, no question. It brings the newest silicon, advanced AI features, and the full flagship package. But when it comes to battery life, the A37 and A57 may edge it out, at least under EU test conditions.

Beyond that, both the Galaxy A37 and A57 phones are listed with 45W charging support. In practice, that likely means 45W PPS, aligning them with higher-end models.

IP68 rating: The Galaxy A37 and A57 are listed with IP68 dust and water resistance. That is a meaningful upgrade over the A36 and A56 from early 2025.

The A57 also scores an A rating for drop resistance, while the A37 comes in at B. Both phones are rated for 1,200 charge cycles before battery replacement is recommended. Repairability sits at C for both, which feels typical for modern sealed designs.

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Samsung didn’t talk much about the S Pen of the Galaxy S26 Ultra during the launch conference, fueling rumors of its cancellation. Well, Samsung MX COO confirmed that S Pen is here to stay and a major upgrade is already in the works.

MX Business COO Won Joon Choi says the S Pen remains a “core technology,” and more importantly, he teased a genuine Samsung S Pen Upgrade.

His exact words: “We’re working on a more advanced technology within S-Pen to come up with a new structure of display, so the penalty of having S-Pen is diminished.”

Revamped stylus in the works

Inside the Galaxy S Ultra chassis, the stylus silo eats into precious internal volume. That space could otherwise house a larger battery, improved cooling, or even more advanced camera hardware.

That phrase, the penalty of having S Pen, is doing a lot of heavy lifting. The “penalty” likely refers to two things: battery capacity and display stack complexity.

On foldables, S Pen support has required a digitizer layer. On slab phones, the internal silo constrains battery growth. If Samsung is talking about a “new structure of display,” it suggests a deeper hardware-level rethink.

One working theory is a more integrated digitizer solution baked directly into the OLED stack, reducing layering overhead. Another possibility is improved resonance technology that needs fewer internal components.

Rumors around the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the so-called Wide Fold suggest a larger canvas and a different internal layout. If Samsung can reduce the display “penalty,” that opens the door for more seamless S Pen integration.

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Samsung did just the opposite of what rumors suggested for months. The Galaxy S26 Ultra doesn’t bring built-in magnets for Qi2 charging; it gave Samsung two paths, and the company picked the less impressive one.

Apple brings strong yet safe magnets inside the iPhone models. Google became the first Android vendor to follow the suite. The Pixel 10 series is a step ahead of the Galaxy S26 series when it comes to native Qi2 charging support.

No magnets means battery gains or thinness

Won-Joon Choi of Samsung confirmed to TheVerge that the Galaxy S26 series doesn’t include MagSafe-style magnets. Like the Galaxy S25 series, users need to purchase specific cases to access enhanced charging features.

When asked why, the official gave an unsatisfactory answer, which is literally hard to defend.

Samsung says about 80 or 90 percent of people are using a case. This internal analysis led Samsung to skip bringing magnets inside the Galaxy S26 phones. If magnetic cases are here, what’s the need for installing magnets inside?

The official added that avoiding magnets saves space inside. This height (space) saving can be used for battery gains and further reduction in thickness. Well, the Galaxy S26 Ultra doesn’t bring either, despite lacking magnets.

Battery inside the Galaxy S26 Ultra remains unchanged, 5000mAh. The thickness barely changed; Galaxy S25 Ultra is 8.2mm, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra is reduced to 7.9mm. It’s just 0.3mm of improvement in a generation.

Well, Samsung is still doing research and development to install magnets inside the body without any sacrifice. Once the solution is achieved, Galaxy phones would embrace Apple’s MagSafe-style magnets and charging features.

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Privacy Display is unarguably the most interesting feature of Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung Display’s Flex Magic Pixel technology powers the panel. Do you know the Privacy Display was supposed to launch with the Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Samsung launched the Galaxy S25 series last year, with the Ultra model having seen some major changes. It left the Note design legacy behind, adopting rounded corners, Saturn camera rings, and a new ultrawide camera.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra could have already boasted the Privacy Display (via MarkGurman). Samsung took a step back at the last moment and decided to delay. It led the technology to debut with the Galaxy S26 Ultra this year.

“Our goal was to have this, to be honest with you, on the S25 Ultra,” Won-Joon Choi said. “We were almost there. But we had to kind of solve a couple of the last challenges. So we took another year to resolve those. It has been quite a journey.”

Galaxy S25 Ultra features the second-generation Gorilla Armor. Compared to the S24 Ultra, the device improved its strength against glare. However, the Galaxy S26 Ultra seems to be a downgrade in terms of glare resistance.

Samsung yesterday revealed its Flex Magic Pixel passed an independent test. The panel reduces visibility at 45 degrees and dims it further at 60 degrees. It completely restricts visibility from either side, without compromising the front.

Privacy Display is dominating Samsung’s promotional campaign for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Korean media reported the tech could arrive across the lineup, but the company has kept it limited to the top-tier version this year.

Chinese phone makers are expected to launch their Privacy Display phones later this year. Apple adopted an anti-glare screen with the iPhone 17 lineup. Privacy Display may take some time to land on the iPhone portfolio.

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Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S26 series, and the industry is now looking at the next set of devices. Meanwhile, Samsung’s COO just signalled that the Slim phone project may skip 2026 due to low sales of the S25 Edge.

Won-Joon Choi, COO of MX Business, acknowledged that the sales of the Galaxy S25 Edge were comparatively lower than those of the other Galaxy models.

Market analysis reports already revealed what the executive expressed today. That was the only reason behind the sudden revival of Galaxy S26 Plus in the 2026 flagship lineup.

Is a new Slim phone coming in 2026?

The top executive said that Samsung is “still evaluating” the launch of another super-thin phone. The Galaxy S26 Edge’s development was almost completed, and it was ready to take the place of the S26 Plus in the lineup.

However, the Korean tech giant decided to retain the Galaxy S Plus version. Galaxy S25 Edge sales were not sufficient to make it a real alternative to the Plus. Plus indeed sells lower than the base and Ultra, but more than the Edge.

While Samsung abandoned the Galaxy S26 Edge, the work is still underway on a project named “More Slim.” It’s a device different from the S26 Edge, and Samsung might fix the mistakes of the Galaxy S25 Edge to improve sales.

That said, a Slim phone is uncertain from Samsung this year. Apple is indeed working on the second-generation iPhone Air, but it’s not coming in 2026. The device may launch sometime in 2027, as part of a reshuffled strategy.

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Google has released Android 17 Beta 2 for Pixel phones and tablets. This is only two weeks after the first Beta. The update brings new tools, privacy improvements, and fixes for many problems. It makes devices more stable and easier to use.

Android 17 Beta 2 update is live for Pixel works on Pixel 6, 6 Pro, 6a, 7 series, 8 series, 9 series, 10 series, Pixel Fold, and Pixel Tablet. It is also available for the Android Emulator. Users can join the Android Beta Program to get the update directly on their devices.

What’s new in Android 17 Beta 2

This Beta 2 includes features to make using phones easier. You can now bubble apps by long-pressing the app icon. On big screens, there is a bubble bar to keep all bubbles organized. The EyeDropper tool lets apps pick colors from the screen without extra permissions. The Contacts Picker gives temporary access to contacts, so apps don’t need full access.

Touchpads now work like mice, making gestures smoother. The Interactive Chooser helps apps adjust their layout so menus and options appear in the right place.

The Handoff API lets you continue work on another device, like moving from your phone to a tablet. Indoor navigation is improved with Ultra-Wideband (UWB), and WiFi-based proximity detection is better. Apps can also check data speeds to improve video or music streaming.

Android 17 Beta 2 fixes many problems from before. Apps no longer crash as often, and UI glitches and freezes are reduced. SMS OTP messages are delayed for safety. Pixel devices users can try out new features by participating in beta program. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung is once again in the spotlight with the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. The new phones will be available from March 11, and people can already pre-order them. During the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event, Samsung announced about Galaxy AI on its devices.

In addition to the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung launched the Galaxy Buds 4 series. It comes with new AI features to improve sound and make listening more enjoyable.

Along with these product launches, Samsung shared an important message about Galaxy AI. Samsung Ghana posted on X that the company is extending Galaxy AI across all its devices to meet everyone. This is a big step for Samsung.

This means Galaxy AI will now work on almost all Galaxy devices. It is not just for smartphones anymore. Tablets, smartwatches, and earbuds now also use Galaxy AI. This helps devices work smarter and connect better with each other.

Galaxy AI is already available on many Galaxy products, and Samsung plans to expand these features even more. The company wants to make everyday tasks easier and improve the overall user experience.

Samsung is building a fully connected and intelligent ecosystem. With the new product launch and the expansion of Galaxy AI, the company is moving towards a smarter future for all its users. Stay tuned.

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Samsung recently launched its new 2026 flagship series – the Galaxy S26. There are three models in this series – Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. These phones are known for their premium design, great performance, and now, beautiful wallpapers and ringtones that you can download.

The Galaxy S26 phones come with bright and colorful wallpapers. They have abstract designs with a small “S” in the background, which shows that they are part of the S-series. Each phone color has wallpapers that match it perfectly.

The phones come in Black, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, and White, and there are two special online-only colors – Pink Gold and Silver Shadow. All wallpapers are high quality, 3120 x 3120 pixels, so they look sharp on any screen. Samsung also offers live wallpapers that move and look more lively. 

Along with wallpapers, Samsung has launched new system sounds for the Galaxy S26 series. This includes the famous Over the Horizon 2026 ringtone, which gives your phone a fresh and modern sound.

With these wallpapers and ringtones, you can enjoy the style and feel of Samsung’s 2026 flagship smartphones even if you haven’t upgraded yet. You can easily download the Galaxy S26 system sounds and wallpapers.

• Download Galaxy S26 Wallpapers and Ringtones – Link (Via Raven)

Aside from this, the Galaxy S26 series is now available for preorder, so you can get the latest Samsung flagship with its stunning design, wallpapers, and sounds before everyone else.

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Samsung is now working closely with Perplexity AI to bring AI features to the new Galaxy S26. This is an important step because Perplexity has deep access to the phone’s system. Before this, Samsung only gave this level of access to its own assistants.

On the Galaxy S26, users can say “Hey Plex” to open the Perplexity assistant. They can also press and hold the side button. Since Perplexity works at the system level, it can connect directly with Samsung’s stock apps, including Notes, Calendar, Gallery, Clock, and Reminders. This makes things simple and quick.

Users can ask a question and get a clear answer with sources without opening a web browser, and save useful information straight into Notes or set reminders or add events to their calendar in the same conversation.  It means that there is no need to switch between apps. The Perplexity app already comes installed on every Galaxy S26, so users do not need to download anything.

Perplexity also helps power Bixby, Samsung’s voice assistant. With Perplexity’s technology, Bixby can give better and more up-to-date answers. It uses live web search along with smart AI reasoning. This helps it give accurate responses instead of only using old stored information.

Samsung will also use Perplexity’s technology in its browser to give users smarter search and browsing tools. This partnership means more people around the world will have access to smart and helpful AI tools every day.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a new video feature that makes recording much smoother. The phone does not have new camera hardware this year, but Samsung has improved the software. This upgrade helps users shoot steady videos without extra tools. It is made for people who record while walking or moving.

The new feature of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is Super Steady Video with Horizon Lock. Super Steady Video was already on older Galaxy phones. Now, Horizon Lock makes it even better. It keeps the horizon straight while you record. Even if you turn the phone all the way around, the video stays level.

This means you can rotate the phone 360 degrees, and the video will not look tilted – check the demo video. You can also shake the phone, and it will still look smooth. It feels similar to using a gimbal. And everything works through software.

Samsung says this is possible because of a better image signal processor inside the phone. This processor helps the camera adjust quickly while recording. The changes happen in real time. When tested, the video stayed steady even during strong movement.

The phone can also record in 4K while using Horizon Lock. It means that you get a clear and sharp video along with smooth movement. However, sometimes you may notice small visual issues because the phone is working hard to stabilize the video.

This feature makes video recording easier and more fun. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is now available for pre-order with special offers for a limited time.

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Samsung has recently launched the Galaxy S26 series, and the phones will be available starting March 11. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S25 series is still getting updates in the One UI 8.5 Beta program. Samsung recently released the sixth beta update, but it seems this might not be the last beta before the stable version is released.

A reliable tipster, @TarunVats, spotted a new One UI 8.5 beta build on the testing system for the Galaxy S25 series. The build, ending in U8ZZB9, suggests that Samsung is preparing a seventh beta update for the S25 phones.

The new build shows that the beta program is still active even after the Galaxy S26 series has launched. Users may need to wait a little longer for the final stable update.

The latest One UI 8.5 Beta 6 update fixed many problems and improved the phone’s performance. Some of the areas improved include Bixby, Gallery, Now Bar, Now Brief, Display settings, Modes, and Routines. Samsung also made notification card animations smoother, which makes the phone feel cleaner and more polished when using it.

Right now, Samsung has not officially confirmed how many more beta updates will come or when the stable One UI 8.5 version will be released. But the new beta build is a strong hint that at least one more beta update is on the way. Users who are part of the beta program should keep an eye out for new updates.

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Samsung has added a new 24MP photo mode to the Galaxy S26 series. However, this mode is hidden and doesn’t appear in the regular Camera app. It sits between the standard 12MP and 50MP modes, which offer a balance of speed and detail.

The 24MP mode uses Samsung’s AI Fusion technology. It captures details close to 50MP shots while also using multi-frame processing like the 12MP mode. This means the camera takes multiple photos at different exposures and merges them into one clear, bright picture.

The new mode is faster to process than 50MP photos but gives more detail than 12MP. It is for people who want high-quality images without waiting for a long processing time. Mainly, it combines the best of both existing modes.

Samsung phones often use lower-resolution default modes. Pixel binning combines multiple pixels into “super pixels” to make brighter and sharper photos. This helps reduce blur and makes images faster to save, especially when shooting handheld.

To use the 24MP mode, you need Samsung’s Camera Assistant app. Download it from the Galaxy Store, then go to Photos >> Advanced resolution options and enable the 24MP setting.

Right now, the feature is only on the Galaxy S26 series. But older Samsung phones with similar cameras could get it in a future update, possibly with One UI 8.5. For users who want sharper, faster photos, the hidden 24MP mode is a useful addition.

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Samsung has started rolling out the February 2026 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series. The update is currently available for users in Korea and will soon expand to more countries.

The fresh update is for all three models – Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24 Plus, and Galaxy S24 Ultra. Users can check the update via the build versions given below.

• S911NKSS7EZB2 – Galaxy S24
• S916NKSS7EZB2 – Galaxy S24 Plus
• S918NKSS7EZB2 – Galaxy S24 Ultra

This update mainly improves security. It fixes a total of 37 security issues. Out of these, 25 fixes come from Google for the Android system. The other 12 fixes come from Samsung. These fixes help protect the phone from bugs and security problems.

The update also makes the phone more stable and smooth. It removes unnecessary files and clears cached data. This can help the device run better and faster. Some built-in apps may also update automatically during the process.

If you have a Galaxy S24 series phone, you can install the update easily. Open the Settings app on your phone. Tap on Software update. Then tap Download and install. After the download is finished, tap Install now. Your phone will restart and complete the update. Installing the latest update helps keep your phone safe and working properly.

Samsung is also getting ready to launch its next flagship phones, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. These new devices will be available from March 11 and will come with One UI 8.5. More Samsung devices are expected to receive this major update soon.

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Google’s Pixel phones had a head start with Audio Eraser, but Samsung is finally giving us something better. Instead of cleaning up audio after you record a video, One UI 8.5 lets you fix the sound while you’re watching it. At Unpacked, Samsung confirmed its AI Audio Eraser now works inside YouTube, Instagram, Netflix, TikTok and other apps.

Neither in Samsung Gallery nor in a separate editing screen, it now works inside the actual video stream. With the Galaxy S26 debuting One UI 8.5, real-time Audio Eraser now works directly inside apps like YouTube, Instagram, Netflix, and TikTok.

How it works in One UI 8.5

On the Galaxy S26 running One UI 8.5, Audio Eraser sits in the Quick Panel. Tap it while a video is playing and you get simple, clear controls. There’s a “Voice Focus” toggle and a strength slider for noise removal. You slide it up and the crowd noise from the video fades in real-time.

Real-time Audio Eraser debuts on the Galaxy S26 with One UI 8.5, via 9to5Google. If history repeats itself, we’ll likely see this land on the Galaxy S25, S24, and the latest foldables once One UI 8.5 rolls out more broadly.

Samsung rarely keeps software features locked to one generation for long. The S24 and S25 series already run advanced on-device AI tasks smoothly. Real-time audio filtering is demanding, but it’s not out of reach for those chipsets.

If One UI 8.5 brings this to the wider Galaxy lineup, it won’t just be a spec sheet win for the S26. It’ll be a quality-of-life upgrade for millions of users.

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Samsung is developing better camera hardware and considering silicon-carbon battery for future phones. Top executives sat down with media outlets, answering the frequently asked questions by millions of Samsung fans.

At Unpacked 2026, Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra with Privacy Display. The device also features enhanced camera hardware. Meanwhile, the real upgrades are potentially coming in the years ahead, starting with the S27 Ultra.

Better camera hardware

Post-Unpacked, Samsung revealed (via AndroidAuthority) the ongoing efforts to develop better camera hardware for future phones.

Over the past few years, we haven’t seen substantial camera upgrades. We are talking about innovation, not the usual play with the sensor’s aperture or megapixel counts.

Samsung is investing huge amounts of money in the research and development of better camera hardware. The company seems to have some hardware prototypes ready, but the software part is yet to be evolved for the perfect combo.

Joshua Cho, Samsung’s Executive Vice President, stated:

“I must say that that has been a frequently asked question so far, and I must tell you that a lot of R&D has been underway on hardware improvement, as well. It’s just a matter of finding the right combination, at the right time… We are always, constantly thinking about what would be the best combination at a given time. So, in the future there would also be new combinations of hardware and software, so I ask for your patience and attention.”

While the official didn’t reveal much, rumors suggest the Galaxy S27 Ultra might revive variable aperture camera technology. Samsung is under pressure after Apple’s efforts to bring this camera solution to the iPhone 18 Pro.

Silicon-carbon battery

Samsung is already planning a significant battery upgrade. There’s no specific timeline for the next battery revolution, but it will come. Samsung appears to be planning silicon-carbon battery tech for future phones.

Samsung insiders, via AndroidHeadlines, revealed that “an unproven technology,” referring to the silicon-carbon battery technology. The evaluation turns out to be underway, but there’s no formal confirmation from Samsung’s end.

Galaxy S26 is the only model to receive a battery capacity upgrade this year. That too jumped to the 4300mAh mark, from 4000mAh in the Galaxy S25. Samsung kept the S26+ and Ultra unchanged at 4900mAh and 5000mAh.

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Samsung kicks off One UI 8.5 Beta 6 update rollout with tons of fixes. It’s rolling out to the users of Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra in Europe, Korea, and India.

Yesterday, Samsung held a mega Unpacked event, where it introduced the new flagship phones and earbuds. The official One UI 8.5 equipped with Agentic AI upgrades was also a spotlight during the Unpacked keynote.

Now, Samsung pushed the One UI 8.5 Beta 6 (ZZAO) with several fixes. The previous update felt like everything was settled internally. Meanwhile, the expansive content of the Beta 6 release suggests there’s more work remaining.

What’s new in One UI 8.5 Beta 6

The sixth Beta targets Bixby, Gallery, Now Bar, Now Brief, Display settings, Modes, and Routines. Samsung also highlighted improvements for the animations related to notification cards, probably in the Notification Panel.

Bixby Labs users will notice that the wake-up phrase creation feature is now working as intended, and a duplicate “View Previous Image” button that was cluttering the Gallery’s sketch conversion tool has been cleaned up.

Now Bar and Now Brief recommendation cards also got some attention, with text, icons, and Always-On Display visibility all corrected. A crash that occurred when adjusting camera area settings under Display has been resolved.

The lock screen style in Basic mode will no longer unexpectedly change when working with Modes and Routines. Rounding things out, notification card animations have been smoothed out for a more polished feel overall.

Changelog of the sixth One UI 8.5 Beta

• Fixed an issue with the Bixby > Labs > Create wake-up phrase feature
• Fixed an issue where two “View Previous Image” buttons appeared when using the sketch conversion feature in the Gallery
• Fixed issues with the text, icons, and AOD visibility of Now Bar/Now Brief recommendation cards
• Fixed a forced close issue when changing the camera area settings in Settings > Display
• Fixed an issue where the lock screen style of Basic mode was changed in Modes and Routines
• Improved animation related to notification cards

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra requires Magnetic cases for Qi2 charging, and using a third-party case might end up troubling the S Pen functionality.

The Korean tech giant is playing it safe with magnets this year. The Galaxy S26 Ultra does not have built-in Qi2 magnets. If you want that snap-on magnetic alignment, you need a specific case.

That decision already raised eyebrows when the phone launched. Now there is another wrinkle: the phone actively warns you about certain magnetic cases.

The discovery comes from known tipster Max Jambor. After attaching a third-party Qi2 magnetic case to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the device threw up a system notification linked to the S Pen.

The message reads: “Magnets in accessories can interfere with your S Pen’s signal.” The phone then suggests removing the accessory if you experience connection or writing issues.

Samsung chose not to integrate Qi2 magnets directly into the Galaxy S26 hardware. If you want Qi2 wireless charging, you need to separately purchase a specific case from Samsung.

The Galaxy maker sells both magnetic and non-magnetic first-party options. Yet the warning appears when certain third-party Qi2 cases are attached.

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Samsung launched Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra at the San Francisco Unpacked. The Galaxy S26 now starts at $899, S26 Plus jumps to $1,099, while the S26 Ultra holds at $1,299; here’s your ultimate buying guide in the US.

The base Galaxy S26 is a great phone, but that $100 price hike, going from last year’s starting price up to $899, is hard to ignore. The Galaxy S26 Plus is the sleeper pick, but it brings the spending to nearly the Ultra level.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is the easiest recommendation if the budget is there. The 200MP camera system, 5,000mAh battery, and 6.9-inch screen with Privacy Display feature represent a premium experience.

Preorder deals close on March 11.

Where to actually buy one

Samsung.com

Samsung is offering the most aggressive straight trade-in values.

• Galaxy S26: up to $500 off with trade-in.
• Galaxy S26 Plus: up to $700 off with trade-in.
• Galaxy S26 Ultra: up to $900 off with trade-in.

Samsung is also bundling free storage upgrades during preorder.

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Amazon

Amazon is keeping it simple.

• Galaxy S26 512GB for $899 with a free $100 Amazon gift card.
  Galaxy S26 Plus 512GB for $1,099 with a free $100 gift card.
  Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB for $1,299 with a free $200 gift card.

You also get a free storage upgrade to 512GB.

This is effectively a soft discount; you pay full price upfront, but the gift card offsets future purchases.

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Verizon

Verizon is going heavy on “free.”

• Galaxy S26: free with a new line on select unlimited plans.
• Galaxy S26 Plus: free with Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus, or $10 per month on Unlimited Welcome.
• Galaxy S26 Ultra: free with trade-in and new Unlimited Ultimate plan.

You are committing to premium unlimited plans. If you were already planning to open a new line on Verizon’s higher-tier unlimited plans, this makes sense.

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T-Mobile

T-Mobile is aggressive for both new and existing customers.

• Galaxy S26: up to $600 off with a new line on select unlimited plans.
• Galaxy S26 Plus: free with trade-in on Experience More, or up to $900 off with a new line.
• Galaxy S26 Ultra: free with trade-in on Experience Beyond, or up to $600 off on most unlimited plans.

The carrier is also offering $40 off Galaxy Buds with pre-order.

T-Mobile tends to reward customers on its higher-tier plans. If you are on Experience Beyond or Experience More, these deals can be genuinely strong.

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AT&T

AT&T is keeping the formula familiar.

• Galaxy S26: free with an eligible trade-in and an unlimited plan.
• Galaxy S26 Plus: free with an eligible trade-in in any condition, plus unlimited.
• Galaxy S26 Ultra: free with an eligible trade-in and an unlimited plan.

AT&T is often flexible about device condition, which helps if your old phone has seen better days. But again, you are locking into an unlimited plan commitment.

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Privacy Display technology is the biggest upgrade on the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung Display has now revealed that the Flex Magic Pixel technology has passed an independent test with brilliant scores.

Samsung Display’s Flex Magic Pixel technology, used in the Galaxy S26 Ultra, has now received “Privacy Display” verification from UL Solutions.

Privacy Display passes 360-degree test

UL Solutions evaluated Samsung’s Flex Magic Pixel panel under controlled testing. The panel was tilted at 45 and 60 degrees and rotated 360 degrees to measure brightness reduction at off-angles compared to direct front viewing.

• At a 45-degree angle, the side-to-front brightness ratio drops to 3.5 percent.
• At 60 degrees, brightness falls below 0.9 percent.

For comparison, conventional smartphone OLED panels can retain around 40 percent brightness at similar angles. Additionally, UL confirmed the privacy effect works in all off-axis directions, up, down, left, and right.

The tech is powered by LEAD 2.0 and Black Matrix multi-layer OLED architecture. Together, they create a sharp drop-off in brightness at wider viewing angles without significantly compromising frontal clarity.

Since 2020, Samsung Display has filed approximately 150 patent applications related to key technologies required to implement Flex Magic Pixel, strengthening its technological competitiveness.

Privacy Display is only part of the story; the Galaxy S26 Ultra stacks serious hardware:

• Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy under the hood
• 200MP main camera with a wide f/1.4 aperture
• 6.9-inch display
• 60W fast charging
• One UI 8.5 with Agentic AI

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Samsung’s back on track with software updates right after wrapping up the Galaxy S26 launch event. The February 2026 security update is now rolling out to the Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, and S23 FE smartphones.

February 2026 update turns out to be the last One UI 8-based software for the Galaxy S23 series. Samsung introduced the One UI 8.5 yesterday, and the rollout is set to start on March 11, the daythe  S26 series goes on sale.

Samsung has initially dropped the February 2026 update in South Korea. In the past couple of days, the security patch has arrived on several recent flagship and foldable phones. It’s now the turn of 2023’s flagship models, via @ya_sking12767/X.

Users can identify the update via the PDA build version ending with EZB2. The firmware weighs 441 megabytes and rolling out in Korea. Samsung would soon expand the update’s availability to Global markets, including the US.

One UI 8.5 Beta is available on the Galaxy S25 series. At the same time, Samsung is internally testing the software for Galaxy S23 series. Existing models will likely start getting new features by the month of April this year.

What’s new and how to install

February patch is necessary as it contains 37 patches from Samsung and Google. Your phone’s user experience will enhance post-installation. The OTA cleans up unnecessary system and cache files to extend storage and improve performance.

To download the update, open Settings on your Galaxy S23 (or Plus or Ultra). Scroll down and hit the Software update tab followed by Download and install.

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Galaxy S26 series has gone official at Unpacked and is making headlines worldwide. In the meantime, Korean media asked some actual questions to TM Roh, who predicted Galaxy S26 sales and explained the AI OS strategy.

TM Roh predicts Galaxy S26 will beat S25

Samsung could manage to sell more Galaxy S26 smartphones than it did last year with the Galaxy S25 series. Industry is looking forward if the Korean tech giant could hit the 40 million shipments milestone this year.

Meanwhile, TM Roh seems quite confident about the Galaxy S26 series sales. The Mobile Business Head is betting big on the new flagship phones. Based on early response, he believes the new devices will outdo their predecessors.

Here’s what TM Roh said:

“The Galaxy S26 is receiving positive feedback from carriers and partners globally. We are targeting sales that surpass the previous model.”

One UI 8.5 is AI OS

Galaxy AI is gradually transitioning to AI OS, starting with the S26 series. The new flagships come with Agentic AI capabilities that go beyond what Galaxy AI offered to Samsung fans.

AI OS is structured so that the entire OS, rather than individual apps, interprets the user’s context and connects functions. The smartphone itself can understand user intent and carry out the necessary tasks.

Galaxy S26 kickstarts the AI OS era and Samsung promised to take it further. The company will work closely with Google on that mission. Expect even more advancements in the future Galaxy devices, including the foldables.

“Starting with the Galaxy S26, we plan to continuously advance AI OS and will work closely with Google to expand its scope.”

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Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 series today; the chip is faster, AI demos are louder, but the Ultra revisited its metal preference. Samsung’s spec sheet confirms that the Galaxy S26 Ultra drops Titanium and returns to Armor Aluminum.

On paper, Titanium sounds premium, but it is not great at moving heat. Titanium’s thermal conductivity is far lower than Aluminum’s.

Aluminum dissipates heat significantly better. It spreads thermal load across the chassis faster, working in tandem with the enlarged vapor chamber inside the S26 Ultra.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 inside the S26 Ultra pushes higher sustained clocks to handle on-device AI, heavier gaming loads, and longer 4K processing. All of that generates heat, and heat is the enemy of performance.

Samsung follows Apple, again

After the Galaxy S24 Ultra chased titanium right after Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro phase, Samsung has now pivoted back to aluminum, just as Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro line does the same.

Samsung moved to titanium with the Galaxy S24 Ultra shortly after Apple made it fashionable with the iPhone 15 Pro. Now, Apple shifts its Pro models back to high-grade aluminum for thermal reasons, and Samsung follows suit.

If you care about sustained frame rates, stable AI processing, and a chassis that actively helps cool a high-performance chip, aluminum makes technical sense.

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With the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung debuted its Ambient Design in One UI 8.5. It is not a flashy feature, nor does it introduce bold colors or dramatic animations. It focuses on reclaiming screen real estate and reducing visual clutter.

The South Korean tech giant has spent years trying to make One UI feel lighter without stripping it of personality. With One UI 8.5, Samsung reached the point where the interface stops demanding attention and starts getting out of the way.

Ambient Design – The interface that fades away

In One UI 8.5, the status bar and navigation bar blend directly into the screen. They no longer sit on top as rigid, defined layers. Top app bars and bottom navigation buttons intelligently disappear while scrolling, then return only when needed.

You scroll through a list and suddenly the content feels uninterrupted. The UI chrome dissolves into the background; the display looks wider, cleaner, more immersive. Samsung is essentially treating the interface as ambient infrastructure.

This is not about minimalism for the sake of aesthetics, but UX refinement with intent. The goal is to make the software feel invisible yet smarter, aware of context, responsive to movement, and disciplined about when it occupies space.

Samsung design – From One UI 7.0 to 8.5

One UI 7.0 laid the groundwork with foundational layout changes. Samsung tightened spacing, adjusted typography, and reorganized key interaction zones to better align with larger displays. It was structural work, not glamorous, but necessary.

One UI 8.0 is built on that structure. It refined transitions, polished system apps, and leaned further into a cohesive visual identity. The interface felt more mature, but the core layout philosophy remained recognizable.

Ambient Design hints at where the Galaxy ecosystem is headed. For Galaxy users who care about display quality, this shift makes practical sense. With Ambient Design in One UI 8.5, Samsung may have delivered its cleanest, most distraction-free UI yet.

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While the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra ship with One UI 8.5 out of the box, Samsung has confirmed a sequential update rollout for older devices. It is a visual and AI reset built around two pillars: Ambient Design and a Perplexity-powered Bixby.

Samsung confirmed that stable builds will begin rolling out in March 2026. As expected, the newly announced Galaxy S26 flagships are first in line.

For S25 and S24 owners, the wait will be measured in weeks, not quarters. For S22 and older A-series users, patience will be required. That is the trade-off when you run one of the largest Android portfolios in the smartphone industry.

Expected waves for previous phones:

Wave 1, March/April 2026

• Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra
• Galaxy Z Fold 7, Z Flip 7

Wave 2, April/May 2026

• Galaxy S24 series
• Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6
• Galaxy Tab S11 series
• Select Galaxy A series models

Wave 3, May/June 2026

• Galaxy S23 series
• Galaxy S22 series
• Galaxy A56, A36
• Galaxy Tab S10 series
• Select Galaxy A, M, and F series models

Wave 4, Q2 to Q3 2026

• Select Galaxy A, M, and F series models

This tentative roadmap follows Samsung’s familiar anti-fragmentation strategy. Newer models get optimized first, carrier certifications move in parallel, and the long tail of mid-range hardware follows once stability metrics are locked in.

What’s new in One UI 8.5

One UI 8.5 marks Samsung’s most assertive mid-cycle refresh in years. Historically, “.5” updates were incremental, focused on polish. This time, the company is treating it as a platform shift, and it’s bigger than Android 15 to Android 16.

Frosted Glass is the most visible change. Frosted translucency, layered depth, and subtle 3D iconography respond dynamically to wallpapers. System panels, quick settings, widgets, and lock screen elements now carry a sense of depth.

Samsung has integrated Perplexity AI directly into the Bixby. It enables more complex natural language queries and persistent conversational context. It’s available in Beta and official version will be provided with the Stable One UI 8.5 update.

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Samsung has just launched the Galaxy S26 series, and T‑Mobile is offering a great preorder deal for both new and existing customers. This is a good chance to get the latest Samsung phones at a lower price.

T‑Mobile is giving up to $600 off the new Galaxy S26 phones.  If you are adding a new line, the discount applies to select unlimited data plans such as Experience Beyond, Experience More, and Essentials.

For existing customers, the $600 discount is available on plans like Experience Beyond, Experience More, Better Value, Essentials, and legacy plans like Go5G Next and Go5G Plus.

The discount is applied as monthly credits, so you don’t have to pay the full amount at once. This makes it easier to upgrade to a new phone without spending too much. You can also get $40 off the new Galaxy Buds when you pre-order any of the new Galaxy S26 phones.

Preorders are live now, and the phones will start shipping soon. Whether you are upgrading your old phone or adding a new line, this is a good opportunity to save on Samsung’s newest flagship. Click here to visit the preorder page of the Galaxy S26 at T‑Mobile.

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Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 series is bringing some AI features that were previously exclusive to Google Pixel phones. The new Galaxy devices offer several new features, and some of them are taken from Pixel to make its phones more helpful and user-friendly.

The Galaxy S26 series comes preinstalled with One UI 8.5, and it now features smarter screenshots, AI-generated images, and improved call screening. Many of these are inspired by Pixel phones, but Samsung has added its own twist to make them more useful in everyday life.

Galaxy S26 Features

Smarter Screenshots

Samsung Gallery app now sorts screenshots automatically. Screenshots are organized into categories such as receipts, tickets, coupons, or directions. This feature, inspired by the Pixel 10a, makes it easier to find the images you need without using extra apps.

Private Album (Locked Folder style)

Samsung is also adding a Private Album, similar to Google Photos’ Locked Folder. This lets users hide photos or videos without making separate folders or needing a Samsung account.

Creative Studio: Make AI Images

Creative Studio is powered by Gemini AI. Like Pixel Studio, it allows you to describe an image or draw with the S Pen. The AI then turns it into a picture in different styles and themes.

Smart Contextual Nudges: Magic Clue

Magic Cue is Samsung’s version of Pixel’s “Now Nudge.” It can show useful information like addresses, phone numbers, or photos from recent trips. Unlike Pixel, it works with apps like WhatsApp, making it more useful for everyday life.

Call Screening

Call Screening is also coming to Galaxy S26. It helps screen unknown callers and shows a live text feed of the conversation so you can avoid spam or unwanted calls.

With these features, Samsung is taking Pixel-inspired ideas and improving them for Galaxy users, making the phones smarter, safer, and easier to use.

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At the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event, Samsung introduced its new Galaxy S26 series. The series includes the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26. These new phones come with smarter AI features that help make everyday tasks easier.

As we use our phones all the time, it is important to keep them safe. To help with this, Samsung offers Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss for the Galaxy S26 series. This plan gives extra protection if something goes wrong.

Here are the main benefits of the Samsung Care+ Plan:

• Unlimited repairs for drops, spills, cracked screens, back glass damage, and other problems. Same-day $0 screen and back glass repairs at over 700 Samsung service locations.
• Theft and Loss Coverage: If your phone is lost or stolen, you can quickly get a replacement device.
• Same-Day Replacement: In many cases, Samsung can replace your device the same day and help set it up.
• Knox Guard security lets you lock or erase your phone from far away to protect your personal information.
• 24/7 expert support is available by phone or online if you need help.
• Repairs are done by trained technicians using real Samsung parts.

The cost of Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss is $10 or $15 per month, depending on the model. That means you can protect your device for as little as $0.33 per day.

Every Galaxy phone comes with a one-year warranty. You can also add Samsung Care+ within 60 days of buying your phone for extra peace of mind.

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Qualcomm has now officially announced the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset that powers the Galaxy S26 Ultra worldwide. The chip designer shed light on the product specifications and standout features.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy is built around Qualcomm’s 3rd-generation Oryon CPU. Qualcomm claims it is the fastest mobile CPU in the world and early performance scores justify what the company claims.

The upgraded Hexagon NPU handles on-device AI tasks, meaning personalization, image processing, and contextual features happen locally.

1. Nightography video
   • Nightography video on the S26 Ultra automatically adapts to complex lighting.
2. Advanced Professional Video (APV) codec
   • It allows users to shoot in conditions that previously crushed detail, especially under low light, and retain far more data for editing.
3. Photo Assist with on-device AI
   • Photo Assist is powered by the upgraded Hexagon NPU. You can remove background distractions, reframe shots, restore details, or apply stylistic changes in seconds.
4. Smooth gameplay
   • The chip introduces Qualcomm Adreno High Performance Memory, feeding the GPU faster and more efficiently.
5. Integrated Ultra Wideband (UWB)
   • With integrated UWB in the Snapdragon, the S26 series can enable secure, touchless transit payments and precise device location.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is not just another annual refresh. With the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, Samsung is stacking performance, AI, camera capability, gaming power, and connectivity into one tightly integrated package.

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Galaxy S26 series doesn’t bring one chip worldwide as Samsung revived dual chip strategy this year, bringing Exynos and Snapdragon.

Despite being Samsung’s in-house, and technically advanced processor, Exynos 2600 lags behind the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. The new Exynos, made using a 2nm process, powers nearly 25 percent of all units.

At Unpacked, Samsung confirmed that the Galaxy S26 and S26+ run the Exynos 2600 processor in several countries. Galaxy S26 Ultra launched with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset around the world.

Galaxy S26 and S26+ also come with Snapdragon SoC in select markets, including the US, China, and Japan. Samsung usually launches Snapdragon variants in Canada, so the Galaxy S26 may follow the suite this year.

In the rest of the world, the Galaxy S26 and S26+ will bring the Exynos chip. It includes a larger portion of the world, containing the entire European region and India.

Exynos 2600 appears to be a competitive chip, yet if you can’t settle for it, Galaxy S26 Ultra remains the only option. If you’re OK with Samsung’s chip decision, preorders are open, offering decent benefits to early buyers.

The Ultra tier stays unified on Snapdragon globally. That decision alone suggests Samsung views the Ultra customer as one who demands the most consistent, highest-performing experience regardless of geography.

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Samsung has started pre-orders for the new Galaxy S26 lineup, and there are some great launch deals available. If you are thinking about upgrading your phone, now is a good time to pre-order.

The new Galaxy S series includes the Samsung Galaxy S26, Samsung Galaxy S26+, and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung is offering big discounts, free credits, and even free earbuds for early buyers. These offers are available for a limited time during the pre-order period.

Samsung is giving up to $900 off when you trade in an eligible old device for Ultra and up to $500 for standard and Plus models. The exact amount depends on the phone you trade in, but the savings can be very high.

Customers can also get up to $150 in Samsung credit without a trade-in. This credit can be used to buy accessories like earbuds, smartwatches, and other add-ons. In addition, there is a free $30 credit available when you reserve and complete your pre-order.

There are also special audio deals. Some buyers can get a free pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds 4. Another option is saving up to 70% on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. These extra bonuses make the pre-order deal even better.

The Galaxy S26 starts at $900. The Galaxy S26 Plus starts at $1,100. The Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,300. With trade-in offers, the final price can drop a lot depending on your old device. These pre-order deals help customers save money and get extra products at a lower cost. Visit Samsung.com now to pre-order any of these Galaxy S26 models.

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Samsung has officially released the Galaxy S26 series, and the official unboxing video gives a first look at the device, its packaging, and what’s inside the box. The Galaxy S26 Ultra launches alongside the standard Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus. 

As per the official unboxing video, the Galaxy S26 Ultra comes in a clean, minimalist box, similar to last year’s Galaxy S25 series. However, there are a few notable changes. 

The front mainly highlights the upper camera module instead of the full phone silhouette. Also, the device name is now printed at the top of the box. This fresh design puts emphasis on the phone’s upgraded camera system.

Inside the box, you’ll find the essentials like the previous ones. It includes the device itself, a USB-C charging cable, a SIM ejector tool, and a quick start guide. Like most modern Samsung flagships, no charger is included to keep the box compact and eco-friendly.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with a slim and stylish design. It is just 7.9 mm thin and weighs 214 grams to make it comfortable to hold. It features a large 6.9-inch display and includes the world’s first built-in Privacy Display on a mobile phone. It also comes with a built-in S Pen, which makes writing, drawing, and editing more precise and easy.

Also, Samsung Galaxy S26 and Samsung Galaxy S26+ have a slim and balanced design that feels good in your hand. Both models offer large, immersive screens and advanced camera systems. They are powered by a strong processor and Galaxy AI to help with everyday tasks like multitasking, taking photos, and staying productive.

The Galaxy S26 Series is available in premium colors, including Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, and White. There are also special online-only colors on Samsung’s website, including Silver Shadow and Pink Gold.

The unboxing of the Galaxy S26 series is simple and gives a premium first impression. The updated box design and sleek new camera layout reflect Samsung’s focus on design and photography. Check the full video below.

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Samsung just closed a gap that mattered. Google’s Gemini-powered Scam Detection, once a Pixel talking point, is now landing on the Galaxy S26 series.

The Gemini model runs locally on the Galaxy S26’s flagship silicon, analyzing calls and messages in real time without shipping your conversations to the cloud.

On the Galaxy S26, Gemini monitors conversational cues during a call or text thread and surfaces a real-time alert if patterns match known scam behaviors. The UI integration is native to Samsung’s dialer and messaging framework.

Scam Detection is already helping millions of users to stay safe from scammers, and we are expanding this feature to more manufacturers, starting with the Samsung Galaxy S26 series in the U.S.

Interestingly, Samsung’s implementation specifically targets so-called “Pig Butchering” schemes. It also flags fraudulent job offer pitches, which have exploded across messaging platforms.

These advanced protections are now rolling out on Google Pixel 10 series and other select devices, and will be available on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series.

For years, Pixel users flexed this feature, but not anymore. The Galaxy S26 now positions itself as the definitive Android choice for users who value security as much as specs.

For Samsung users, this is not a minor software add-on. It is a serious security upgrade baked directly into the phone’s core experience.

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Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S26 series and confirmed that the standard S26 and S26+ variants will start at a higher price point due to new changes.

The standard model now starts at $899, while the Plus variant starts at $1099. The standard S25 has seen this new price update due to the removal of the 128GB version, which was priced at $799 for the S25. The S25+ is still listed at $999 to begin with, but the new phone starts at $1,099.

That’s not it, the difference between the 256GB and 512GB versions is now hiked to $200. That’s a massive price gap between these storage. Here is the price breakdown.

S26

• 256GB = $899
• 512GB = $1,099

S26+

• 256GB = $1,099
• 512GB = $1,299

Galaxy S26 Ultra

Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,299 for the 256GB version, which is the same as the S25 Ultra. It appears Samsung decided not to change the consumer opinion by increasing the device’s starting price. However, 512GB and 1TB variants are getting up to a $130 price bump.

Samsung’s price speculation has been in the news for months. The key reason for the price increase is primarily driven by the memory supply market, which is seeing a massive shortage due to low volume production.

Samsung has been taking supplies at higher prices from its in-house foundry and suppliers like Micron. The company will be taking the price hit and will divert some of that to the consumers. Still, keeping the Galaxy S26 Ultra at the same starting price point was a good strategy.

Pre-orders of these devices are open today onwards, with official sales starting on March 11, 2026.

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Samsung has unveiled the new Galaxy S26 series with smarter features powered by Google AI. These AI features make everyday tasks faster and easier, and help you do more without extra effort.

In collaboration with Samsung, Google introduced new AI features with the Galaxy S26 series. One of the major updates is in the Gemini assistant. Gemini can now manage your to-do list to make multitasking effortless. With a long press of the side button, you can ask Gemini to handle tasks like booking a ride, ordering food, or making a grocery list.

Gemini runs in the background while you use your phone. You can check the task progress in notifications or stop it anytime. Currently in beta, this feature is available in the US and Korea for select apps in rideshare, food, and grocery categories, simplifying everyday tasks.

In addition to this, the company also advances Circle to Search. Now, with multi-object image recognition, you can search for whole outfits or complete looks, not just one item.

Circle to Search also lets you try on clothes virtually. Just upload your photo, and you can see how different styles from your favorite brands would look on you before buying.

The Galaxy S26 also improves phone safety. Scam Detection can warn you if a call seems suspicious. You will get a sound and vibration alert, and all checks happen on your device to protect your privacy.

These Google AI features make the Galaxy S26 smarter, more helpful, and safer. Gemini manages tasks, Circle to Search finds what you want, and Scam Detection keeps you protected. It shows how Android is becoming more intelligent for everyday life.

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Starting with the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung Care Plus is shifting away from its old repair-first mindset for replacements.

Samsung Galaxy S26 series owners in the UK are getting more than just new hardware this year. They are getting something longtime Galaxy users have quietly wanted for years: actual replacements.

If you are picking up a Galaxy S26 device, Samsung now guarantees (via AndroidAuthority) a replacement within 48 hours of you making a claim. The coverage has usually been solid on paper. The problem was always the execution.

Unless your phone was lost or stolen, Samsung would repair it at almost any cost instead of swapping it out. With the Galaxy S26 series in the UK, Samsung Care Plus now promises a replacement device within 48 hours of first contact.

Even better, the coverage travels with you. If you are abroad and something goes wrong, Samsung says it will still arrange a replacement. It turns an insurance plan into something that actually feels premium.

Right now, this improved replacement guarantee appears to be limited to the UK. We have not seen confirmation that markets like the US will get the same 48-hour replacement promise.

Well, Samsung UK has confirmed that existing Care Plus customers will start receiving these upgraded benefits over the coming months.

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With mobile phones getting costlier, the importance of longer software support has also increased. Samsung just launched the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra flagship phones, which are secured with 7-year Android/One UI and security updates.

At Unpacked, Samsung announced its new flagships, which will go on sale starting March 11, 2026. The lineup introduces three flagship phones in different sizes. The Ultra packs a quad camera setup and some never-before-seen technologies.

The Galaxy S26 trio debuts One UI 8.5 out of the box. You get the best software from Samsung, built on the Android 16 operating system. Samsung also confirmed the Galaxy S26 family is secured with 7-year Android/One UI and security updates.

Samsung offered up to four years of OS and five years of security updates to the Galaxy S23 series, as well as the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5. The company has extended the support to 7 years, applicable to the Galaxy S24 and newer flagship models.

Galaxy S25 retained the software support, and Galaxy S26 is no exception. Even if you retire your Galaxy S26 after three to four years of usage, it will stay alive with fresh security patches and regular feature drops for at least three more years.

Galaxy S26 series will join the software chart in March 2026. The flagship models will receive new security updates on a monthly basis. After five or six years, Samsung will transfer the devices to a quarterly schedule before closing its software chapter.

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At Unpacked February 2026, Samsung launched One UI 8.5 software with the Galaxy S26 series, bringing new features and optimizations that sit right on top of the One UI 8.0.

With this announcement, Samsung has once again returned to those biannual software improvements. The phone maker used to showcase its new software updates at its special developer conference. That tradition changed last year, when the One UI 7.0 (Android 15) debuted with the S25 series.

In mid-2025, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 devices, featuring Android 16-based One UI 8.0. So, these are two major OS updates in the same year. Since we’re past that cycle, One UI 8.5 brings balance to the Galaxy smartphone ecosystem. The software still has Android 16 in base but improved with a lot of new features.

One of the most notable upgrades is new UI elements, which appear rounder and softer. The quick panel has a lot of customizations, and fresh UI controls are added throughout the system apps.

In the latest flagship, the phone has a dedicated privacy display feature, allowing users to hide the on-screen controls when viewed from the sides. Besides, One UI 8.5 is launched with extra customizations to improve privacy display use cases.

It has new generative AI features that are part of the Galaxy AI features that further enhance the user experience. On top of that, Gemini is no longer enjoying the lone wolf AI agent status because Samsung has partnered with Perplexity to offer it as a second AI agent for Galaxy S26 series users.

Returning to the schedule

With these additions and improvements, One UI 8.5 has earned the right to debut as the first release of the year with the S-series. Next, Samsung will drop the One UI 9 (Android 17) update with new Z Fold and Flip foldables in the second half of 2026.

This schedule makes sense to keep the users hooked with new device improvements in both halves of the year.

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The Galaxy S26 is not just another spec bump; it is Samsung planting a flag for 2030. This is Samsung signaling that its premium flagship line now doubles as a proof point for how serious it is about the circular economy.

The Galaxy S26 is the latest vessel for Samsung’s long-term sustainability roadmap under its Galaxy for the Planet platform, the backbone of the MX business’ environmental push since 2021.

Under Galaxy for the Planet, the company set four major sustainability goals for 2025; all four are now complete. Samsung has now applied 10 types of recycled materials across both exterior and interior components of Galaxy devices.

The 2030 phase of Galaxy for the Planet focuses on three pillars: circularity, water stewardship and biodiversity. Samsung aims to incorporate at least one recycled material in every module of every mobile product.

“The progress we have made through Galaxy for the Planet reflects years of consistent effort across our teams and partners,” said TM Roh, CEO, President and Head of the Device eXperience (DX) Division at Samsung Electronics.

“Sustainability is central to how we operate and innovate. It informs how we design products, manage resources and create value beyond our devices. As we work toward our 2030 goals, we are expanding our commitments beyond products and operations to address broader environmental impact as we work toward our 2030 goals.”

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Samsung has officially unveiled its latest wireless earbuds, the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, alongside the Galaxy S26 series. They bring improved sound, smarter features, and a more refined design focused on comfort and performance. The new earbuds come with a refreshed design and upgraded technology.

The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro are designed for users who want a more immersive audio experience. They feature soft silicone ear tips that fully seal the ear canal, which helps block outside noise naturally.

Combined with Active Noise Cancellation, the Pro model reduces background sounds for clearer music and calls. Samsung has also added a wider woofer system that increases the effective speaker area for deeper bass and clearer treble, supporting high-resolution audio.

The standard Galaxy Buds 4 come with an open-fit design that does not fully seal the ear. This makes them feel lighter and more comfortable for everyday wear. Despite the open design, Samsung has included ANC support in the regular model as well.

Both models introduce intuitive head gesture controls, allowing users to answer calls or control music with simple head movements. They also support multiple AI assistants and use AI to automatically adjust and improve sound quality.They also feature enhanced Super Clear Call technology for clearer voice quality in noisy environments.

The Galaxy Buds 4 series also introduces Samsung’s new blade-inspired design, developed using computational analysis of extensive ear-shape data to ensure a secure and ergonomic fit. The redesigned charging case features a transparent clamshell look, while seamless Galaxy device pairing allows users to connect instantly by simply opening the case.

Price and Availability 

Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 are priced at €179, while the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro cost €249. Both are available in Black and White. Samsung also offers an online-exclusive Pink Gold color option for the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro. Pre-order in some markets has started, and it will be available from March 11.

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Samsung Galaxy S26+, introduced today, is the classic middle child of the S series. Not as over-the-top as the Ultra, not as compact as the base model, but arguably the one that hits the sweet spot for those who care about balance.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus – 2026

Writing Galaxy S26+ specs feels a lot like the Galaxy S25+. The difference is very minor, with Samsung leaning heavily on the new camera island, modern processors, and Galaxy AI advancements powered by One UI 8.5.

Slimmer, sharper, still unmistakably Galaxy

Up front, you are looking at a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 3120 x 1440 resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The company continues to lean into its display dominance, and on paper, this is peak Galaxy.

Protection comes courtesy of Corning Gorilla Armor 2, which Samsung says improves scratch resistance and glare control. Looking at the glass and frame, the S26+ measures just 7.3mm thick and weighs around 190 grams.

Snapdragon vs Exynos

In the US and China, the Galaxy S26+ runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. That chip features a custom Oryon V3 Phoenix architecture with 2 performance cores clocked at 4.74GHz and 6 additional cores at 3.62GHz.

For US readers, the Snapdragon branding carries weight.

Europe and India get Samsung’s in-house Exynos 2600, a deca-core setup with one C1-Ultra core at 3.9GHz, three C1-Prox cores at 3.25GHz, and six more at 2.75GHz. On paper, it is a different philosophy: more cores, slightly lower peak clocks.

Whether the gap is noticeable in daily use will come down to thermals and optimization. With 12GB of RAM and storage options of 256GB or 512GB, both variants are well-equipped for multitasking, AI features, and long-term updates.

A refined triple camera setup

The camera system is led by a 50MP main sensor with a 1/1.56-inch size, f/1.8 aperture, dual-pixel PDAF, and OIS. The 10MP telephoto offers 3x optical zoom at 67mm with OIS, while the 12MP ultra-wide brings a 120-degree FOV and Super Steady Video.

The S26+ supports 8K at 24 or 30fps, 4K at up to 60fps, and 10-bit HDR with HDR10+. For creators and influencers who want flagship-grade video without jumping to the Ultra, this setup makes a strong case.

On the front, a 12MP wide camera with dual-pixel autofocus handles selfies and 4K video at 60fps.

Battery and connectivity

The Galaxy S26+ packs a 4,900mAh battery inside that 7.3mm frame. It supports 45W wired charging, along with wireless charging. Samsung is still playing it safe on charging speeds, especially when rivals are pushing beyond 100W.

Connectivity is thoroughly modern: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, USB-C, and a full suite of global positioning systems, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and BDS. Dual-SIM support comes via Nano-SIM and eSIM.

Biometrics include an in-display fingerprint sensor and face recognition. Standard sensors like a gyroscope, barometer, accelerometer, and e-compass are all here.

As for the price tag, the Galaxy S26+ starts at $1,099, which firmly plants it in premium territory. Samsung Galaxy S26+ introduced today feels like a device designed for buyers who want flagship power without carrying Ultra.

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Samsung has officially unveiled the Galaxy S26 series, which includes the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. The company has revealed the phones today, which gives fans their first official look at the new design, features, and improvements. Here you can check the release date of Galaxy S26 phones.

Although the phones are now officially announced, they are not yet available to buy in stores. Pre-orders start immediately, so anyone who wants the phone early can reserve it online. However, if you want to purchase it in a store, you will have to wait a little longer.

Samsung launched Galaxy S26 today, which means on February 25. Retail sales, meaning the phones will be available in stores and from carriers, will start on March 11. This means customers who pre-order will get the phones before anyone else.

The new Galaxy S26 phones comes upgraded design, stunning cameras, faster performance, and improved features compared to last year’s models. The Galaxy S26 Ultra will be the most powerful model. The Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus will still offer many of the top features, but in a simpler, more affordable package.

This time, the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is available in Cobalt Violet, White, Black, and Sky Blue, alongside the Samsung.com exclusive Pink Gold and Silver Shadow. For anyone looking to upgrade, from today you can place a pre-order to make sure you get your phone early. If you prefer to buy in a store, you will need to wait until March 11. Stay tuned.

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Samsung launches the Galaxy S26 AI Phone at the Unpacked event. The company did not try to reinvent the Galaxy S26, but tried to perfect it.

This year, Samsung’s strategy with the Galaxy S26 is different. Make it the phone most Android users can buy without second-guessing the decision by tightening the fundamentals, pushing AI, and keeping the price at $899 (512GB costs $1,099).

Display and Design

Samsung Galaxy S26 launches with a 6.3-inch screen, a little larger than the Galaxy S25. It is a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 120Hz refresh rate and 2600 nits peak brightness. Scrolling feels smooth, and brightness is strong enough for harsh sunlight.

Scratch resistance is improved, but the anti-reflective layer is what stands out. It sounds minor until you use it daily. Samsung first introduced this solution with the S24 Ultra, which was later expanded to the S25 Ultra last year.

Samsung slapped a camera island across all S26 models. It’s inspired by the Galaxy S25 Edge and Z Fold 7. The sensor placement remains the same as the S25 series, but the vertical stack is now surrounded by a prominent bump.

Chipset

For US buyers especially, this one is about power and polish.

In the US, the Galaxy S26 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, and that alone will sell a lot of units. Qualcomm’s latest silicon is clearly built with AI workloads in mind. Benefits of the modern chip include:

• Apps open instantly
• Games hold frame rates longer
• Heat management feels more controlled

Outside the US, Samsung is using the Exynos 2600 processor, built on a 2nm process. On paper, that sounds impressive, but it’s a cautious wait-and-see. If the efficiency gains are real and thermals stay controlled, this could be a turning point.

Camera

The camera hardware looks familiar: 50MP main sensor, 12MP ultra-wide, and a 10MP 3x telephoto and a 12MP selfie snapper. It’s the same camera hardware as the Galaxy S25 series, and Samsung faced huge criticism over it.

The improvements are happening in processing. The Snapdragon chip and Samsung’s AI tuning produce better HDR balance and cleaner night shots. Low-light photos show less noise, skin tones look more natural and zoom shots hold better detail.

RAM and operating system

Samsung finally made 12GB RAM standard across all models. The Galaxy S26 feels stable under pressure, and that matters more than flashy benchmarks.

One UI 8.5, based on Android 16, leans heavily on on-device AI, and that RAM is doing real work behind the scenes. For power users, this is huge when it comes to multitasking and gaming.

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy S26 gains a bigger battery than the S25. The flagship phone now boasts a 4,300mAh battery, an additional 300mAh capacity. However, there’s no improvement in the charging speed, which is capped at 25W.

At $799, the Galaxy S26 sits in a sweet spot. It is not ultra-premium pricing, but it is not mid-range either.

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Samsung is getting ready to launch its new Galaxy S26 series in just a few hours. The excitement is very high, and many details about the phones have already leaked online. Now, a new leak has revealed fresh information about the Expert RAW camera app on the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

According to well-known tipster @Iceuniverse, the Expert RAW app is getting a special update that will be available only on the Galaxy S26 series for now. Although Samsung has not officially confirmed this yet, the update is said to bring better and more powerful camera features.

Expert RAW is a camera mode made for people who love photography. It allows users to take high-quality photos with more control over settings. With the new update, the Galaxy S26 Ultra may offer better picture quality, especially in low light.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra is already expected to come with improved camera hardware. With the upgraded Expert RAW app, Samsung may offer an even better photography experience.

We will know all the official details once Samsung makes the announcement. Stay tuned.

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Samsung is reportedly surprising some users by sending $50 store credit to their accounts just hours before the launch of the Galaxy S26 series today. Some users on Reddit shared that the credit appeared automatically in their Samsung accounts and could be used at checkout. One person used it to get a 45W charging brick for free.

Many of these users did not sign up for Samsung’s usual Reserve program. Normally, Samsung gives a smaller bonus, like $30, to people who pre-register for new phones. This $50 credit appeared without any action needed, and it can be used on accessories and other Samsung products, not just the new phones.

So far, most reports of this surprise credit come from users in the US. It is not clear if Samsung is sending it as part of a promotion for the Galaxy S26 launch or if it is a broader offer for Samsung account holders.

Samsung’s Reserve program is still active and also offers a chance to win $5,000 for those who pre-register for the Galaxy S26. But this sudden $50 credit is an amazing bonus that can be used immediately.

The new Galaxy S26 series, including the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra, is going to launch today. Stay tuned with us for more information.

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Samsung is preparing to launch its new Galaxy S26 series, which includes the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. Ahead of the official announcement, details about the Galaxy S26 phones’ memory have surfaced, which show some interesting changes from previous models.

All three Galaxy S26 models will use fast LPDDR5X RAM, but Samsung is taking a new approach by sourcing the memory from two companies. The RAM will come from both Samsung’s own semiconductor division (Samsung DS) and US-based Micron Technology. Early batches of the phones reportedly use almost half from each supplier for more flexibility in production.

The standard Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+ will feature 12GB of RAM. The Galaxy S26 Ultra will offer either 12GB or 16GB, depending on the storage variant.

Last year, Samsung relied mainly on Micron’s chips for the Galaxy S25 series, as they were considered faster. This year, Samsung DS has improved its memory chips, making it possible to use both suppliers without affecting performance.

Memory chip prices have risen recently due to high demand from AI data centers and large cloud companies. By using two suppliers, Samsung can ensure a steady supply of chips and may also negotiate better prices.

Samsung’s dual-sourcing strategy shows a smart approach to handling supply challenges and cost pressures. It also highlights Samsung’s growing ability to rely on its own chips in addition to a trusted partner.

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Samsung will reveal the Galaxy S26 series today, and a last-minute leak has just brought big news. Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series supports iPhone AirDrop sharing through Quick Share, a feature previously limited to Pixel phones.

Google introduced an upgraded Quick Share that lets Pixel 10 users share files with iPhones. After a brief exclusivity, the feature was expanded to the Pixel 9 series.

A screenshot, featuring Samsung aesthetics, spotlights the AirDrop-Quick Share compatibility. It clearly shows that Quick Share on Galaxy S26 now allows users to share with iPhones, iPads, Macs, and other devices that support AirDrop. Credit – @chunvn8888

The interface also contains a quick tutorial that assists users in sending and receiving files.

• Send to an Apple device
  • Make sure the recipient has AirDrop set to Everyone. This makes their device visible so you can send files to it.
• Receive from an Apple device
  • Tap Quick Share in the quick panel. This makes your phone visible so Apple devices can send files to it.

While Share with Apple devices is turned on, your phone may temporarily disconnect from Wi-Fi networks while searching for or sharing with Apple devices.

Apple, so far, remained silent on this strike on its AirDrop platform. The company might patch the loophole that led Google to realize this support. Well, Galaxy S26 users will be able to share files across Android and iOS devices.

It was widely anticipated that Samsung would also introduce the upgraded Quick Share at the Unpacked event. As expected, the Galaxy S26 series brings support for iPhone AirDrop via Quick Share, and it’s a game-changer.

Apple has made it pretty complicated to share files across operating systems. Google found a trick that bridged the gap and unlocked sharing. The feature is now expanding to Galaxy phones after being exclusive to Pixel.

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Samsung takes another shot at Apple iPhone in a new Galaxy S26 Nightography teaser. This follows the clip, in which Samsung roasted Apple iPhone’s editing limits. The latest jibe is now at the nighttime camera capabilities.

In a clip posted by SamsungMobileUS on X, Samsung shows a lady capturing the moment when a man presents a ring to his partner. The clip shows they are posing again and again because the iPhone isn’t taking a good picture.

“Feeling left in the dark?”

The 15-second clip shows two back-to-back shots, with the couple and the other lady are seen uncomfortable as the moment is pretty precious, and it’s getting ruined because of the limited night camera capabilities of iPhone.

“Get ready for next level of Nightography”

The latter part teases “next level of Nightography.” With this term, Samsung confirmred low light camera improvements of the Galaxy S26 series. The enhancements are made by new algorithms, software, and artificial intelligence.

Like before, Samsung has used an older version of the iPhone, which boasts a squarish camera module on the back with three sensors. It’s a Pro or Pro Max model, and strategic as well as iPhone 17 Pro has improved the camera game.

• Samsung Galaxy S26 reservation offer expires soon

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Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks are about to reach the “disaster” level, and it seems Samsung has launched an internal investigation. Samsung partners have broken the NDA terms by opening an early sale of the unreleased flagships.

It started with a Dubai-based retailer, which started selling the Galaxy S26 Ultra African units earlier this week. It led the device to be completely exposed in hands-on, unboxing, and first impression videos on the web.

Over the past days, we’ve seen the real Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks, with videos exposing its design, camera, charging, and benchmarks, Privacy Display, build and literally everything.

Samsung has already started sending DMCA to creators publishing Galaxy S26 Ultra videos before its official launch. An internal investigation has also launched, via IceUniverse, with TM Roh worried about the Galaxy S26 Ultra leaks.

Well, it’s too late, and the damage has been done. Samsung has nothing left to secure now, and the Unpacked is going to be a formal presentation. Real looks at the most anticipated device are already available on X and YouTube.

• Full Galaxy S26 Ultra unboxing just made Samsung Unpacked boring

Samsung has no control over its software and hardware departments when it comes to securing them from early exposure. Power users are already using One UI 9, even when the entire fanbase is waiting for One UI 8.5.

Galaxy S26 Ultra joined a similar stream because of some sellers. It has reached the hands of creators and influencers. It’s not about blaming creators who exposed the device, but Samsung and its sellers are to blame.

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It’s your last chance to reserve the Galaxy S26 series to secure the reservation bonus. Unpacked is almost here, and the reservation link expires soon. If you haven’t completed the registration, do it now as it’s completely free.

Reserving the next Galaxy doesn’t require any payment in the US. You just need to fill out a basic form for registration. It’s a “reserve now, think later” offer that doesn’t mandate a purchase if you’ve reserved the next Galaxy.

Galaxy S26 reservation bonus includes four key benefits. It includes a flat $30 free credit as well as a higher trade-in value, $150 without trade-in, and entry into a hefty giveaway. Here are the key benefits of reservation:

1. $30 Samsung Credit
2. $150 in savings
3. Up to $900 trade-in benefits
4. $5,000 giveaway

Beyond that, the “reserve” promo also ensures buyers have early access to the devices by priority delivery, an opportunity to purchase exclusive colors available on samsung.com, and enhance trade-in value upon their devices.

Samsung is launching the Galaxy S26 series, Buds 4, and Book 6 series. Filling out one reservation form secures benefits across products. The company has already revealed the price and availability of its latest Galaxy Book laptops.

Details of the Galaxy S26 and Buds 4 series will be shared at the event. The new Galaxy gadgets are set to go on sale on March 11.

Nearly 14 hours left in Unpacked and the reservation campaign as well. Samsung is setting up the Palace of Fine Arts to unveil the new products. It’s an in-person event, but you can also join the official livestream on YouTube.

• Galaxy S26 Unpacked Official Livestream: February 25, 2026

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Samsung picked the same venue as the Galaxy S20 series for the Galaxy S26 series launch at an Unpacked event in San Francisco.

Reports emerging from South Korea, via Chosun, reveal that Samsung is launching the Galaxy S26 series at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California.

Built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, the Palace of Fine Arts is one of San Francisco’s iconic cultural landmarks. Now, the historic building serves as a multi-purpose arts venue hosting a variety of events.

The event venue has received an Unpacked makeover. Access is currently prohibited by security personnel, who are stationed around the venue to control access.

A simple sign reading that reads “Galaxy Unpacked 2026” has been installed on the building’s outer wall. Samsung will kick off the Unpacked event nearly 15 hours later.

Nearly six years ago, Samsung launched the Galaxy S20 series and its first Flip phone. The Unpacked event was held in San Francisco, and the venue was the Palace of Fine Arts, a historic landmark.

Experience zone

Samsung has also set up an experience zone inside the venue. It will offer visitors a hands-on experience of the newly unveiled products. Galaxy S26’s upgraded camera and Galaxy AI capabilities are in the spotlight.

Samsung will announce the Galaxy S26 series and Buds 4 series. With the Palace of Fine Arts as the venue, fans around the world can join the event livestream. The products will be available for purchase starting March 11.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series is doing better than the previous Galaxy S24 series. These high-end phones are still very popular with buyers around the world.

According to Counterpoint Research, the total sales of the Galaxy S25 series grew 5%, while the Galaxy S25 Ultra sold 7% more than the S24 Ultra. This shows that people still want premium smartphones even when the market is changing.

Even with a slower start, the Galaxy S25 series sold more from February to December 2025 than the S24 series during the same months. The Galaxy S25 Ultra also saw monthly sales increases in July and October. At the same time, Galaxy Z Fold 7 foldables were in high demand. This means people wanted both types of flagship phones.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra ended the year as one of the Top 10 best-selling smartphones of 2025. Samsung focuses on premium devices to keep sales strong while lower-priced models face rising component costs.

Aside from this, Samsung will launch the Galaxy S26 series at the Unpacked event in San Francisco on February 25, 2026. The launch will show how memory shortages might affect prices and features. Prices, memory options, and promotions will give an early idea of the 2026 smartphone market.

Samsung is also adding AI updates, including improvements to Bixby and integration with Perplexity. The company hopes these features will interest buyers, even though AI is not yet a main reason for upgrades.

Research Director Tarun Pathak said:

“The global smartphone market’s premiumization trend continued in 2025, as witnessed by the notable performance of Samsung’s Galaxy S25 series, particularly the Ultra variant. For this year, Samsung will be looking for continued growth in the premium segment, aided by promotions and financing options in key markets, to offset exposure to lower price tiers, which are likely to be impacted immediately by rising component costs.”

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Samsung is all set to start hosting its biggest tech event, Galaxy Unpacked 2026. Every year, Samsung uses this event to show its newest phones, smart devices, and features. People all over the world wait to see what new technology Samsung will bring. Here you can check what to expect in Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026.

Event Date, Time, and Place

The Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event will be held on February 25, 2026 at San Francisco, United States. Everyone who cannot attend in person can watch the event live on YouTube.

The event timing is as follows:

• Washington (US – EST): 1 p.m. EST
• London (UK – GMT): 6 p.m. GMT
• New Delhi (India – IST): 11:30 p.m. IST
• Seoul (South Korea – KST): 3 a.m. KST
• Bangkok (Southeast Asia: 12 a.m. ICT

Here’s What to Expect at Galaxy Unpacked 2026 

Galaxy S26 Series 

The main highlight of the event will be the Galaxy S26 series, which includes the Galaxy S26, S26+, and the S26 Ultra. The Galaxy S26 Ultra will be the most advanced model.

Samsung promises brighter screens, faster performance, and improved cameras. The Ultra model will also have a Privacy Display feature that protects your screen from prying eyes.

A major change this year is the use of Samsung’s own Exynos 2600 chip. This chip makes the phones faster, improves graphics, and powers smarter AI. Users can expect better gaming, smoother apps, and quicker performance overall.

One UI 8.5 and New AI Features

Samsung is reportedly going to announce One UI 8.5 and its new features at the Galaxy Unpacked event. The new software will help users do everyday tasks faster. AI can improve photos, organize files, suggest helpful shortcuts, and make the phone easier to use.

One UI 8.5 will introduce several new features and enhancements to provide a a next level Galaxy experience. Samsung has been testing the beta version on Galaxy S25 phones, and now it will be official. The Galaxy S26 series will go on sale on March 11, 2026, marking the rollout of the official One UI 8.5 software. Samsung will gradually roll out this update to more Galaxy devices.

Galaxy Buds 4 Series

Along with the Galaxy S26 phones, Samsung will launch the Galaxy Buds 4 series, including a standard and a Pro version. These earbuds have a new design, longer battery life, and AI features for better sound. They will connect easily with the Galaxy phones and make listening to music and calls more enjoyable.

Galaxy Unpacked 2026 shows how Samsung is shaping its future. Fans can expect faster phones, smarter AI, improved cameras, and new accessories. This event is a chance to see the newest Samsung technology and how it can make everyday life easier and more fun.

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Samsung is ready to launch its new Galaxy S26 phones at the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event on February 25. There will be three models: the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. A new leak has shared details about prices and pre-order offers for the Galaxy S26 series in Europe.

New information from Dealabs reveals that Samsung will give special discounts to people who pre-order. This time, there will be a change in storage. The Galaxy S26 will now start with 256GB of storage. Samsung is removing the 128GB base model that was available in the Galaxy S25 series. This means customers will get more storage as the starting option.

Samsung will offer a free storage upgrade for early buyers in Europe. This means if you pay for 256GB, you will get 512GB without paying extra. Samsung will also give extra money if you trade in your old phone. Buyers of the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26 Plus can get a €100 trade-in bonus. The Galaxy S26 Ultra will give a €150 bonus.

The Galaxy S26 is expected to start at €999 for 256GB. With the free upgrade and trade-in bonus, the starting price could be like €899. Customers could save up to €300 on the S26 and S26 Plus. The Ultra model could offer savings of up to €350.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Price Details

Model	Storage	Starting Price	Discounted Price	Total Discount
Galaxy S26	256 GB	€999	€899	€100
Galaxy S26	512 GB	€1199	€899	€300
Galaxy S26+	256 GB	€1269	€1169	€100
Galaxy S26+	512 GB	€1469	€1169	€300
Galaxy S26 Ultra	256 GB	€1469	€1319	€150
Galaxy S26 Ultra	512 GB	€1669	€1319	€350
Galaxy S26 Ultra	1 TB	€1969	€1619	€350

These offers will be available in Europe. They may not come to other regions. Samsung will launch the phones on February 25, and is expected to make them available on March 11. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung will reportedly bring major camera improvements with its upcoming flagship, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. For a long time, rumors suggested that Samsung was working on adding a 24MP photo mode to the device. Now, new information has made this upgrade more certain.

According to Sahil Karoul, who reportedly got early access to the Galaxy S26 Ultra before its official launch, the phone will come with four camera modes, including 200MP, 50MP, 24MP, and 12MP. The addition of the 24MP camera is new and interesting because Samsung has not offered this exact resolution option before in its Ultra series.

The 24MP camera mode is designed to give users a balance between high detail and smooth image processing. While 200MP photos capture extreme detail, they can take up more storage and sometimes require heavy processing. The 24MP option may provide sharp images without making file sizes too large.

Samsung’s Camera Assistant app recently received an update. This update added support for a 24MP shooting mode. This strongly hints that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will officially feature this new camera option when it launches, but under Camera Assistant functionality.

The new 24MP mode will reportedly work in both Photo and Portrait modes. After taking a picture, the phone takes around three seconds to process the image. The final photos look clean and natural, especially in bright scenes or when taking portraits.

Samsung is going to launch the Galaxy S26 series on February 25, 2025. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Book 6 series is getting great reviews for being fast, reliable, and easy to use. People say it is one of Samsung’s best laptops. The laptops are light, thin, and stylish, so you can carry them anywhere.

The Galaxy Book 6 is praised for its strong performance. Both the Pro and Ultra models run programs quickly and smoothly, even when many applications are open at the same time. Reviewers say the laptops are fast and dependable, able to handle heavy tasks without slowing down.

The laptops are also very versatile. The Pro model is the laptop star for its speed and quality. The Ultra model is praised for being able to manage work and creative projects easily. Experts agree that these laptops are among Samsung’s best so far.

For the battery, reviews say the laptops can last all day without charging. This makes it easy to work, study, or create anywhere. You can use them at home, school, or on the move without worrying about power.

The screen is bright and clear. The Pro and Ultra models have a Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with sharp, vivid colors. It is great for creative work, watching movies, or browsing the web. The display shows accurate colors.

The Galaxy Book 6 series is fast, powerful, and reliable. With long battery life, a sharp and colorful display, and smooth performance, it is perfect for everyday use, work, and creative tasks.

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Samsung is revealing the Galaxy S26 series in two days, but the phone is no longer a mystery due to the weak links in its supply chain, which have been severe this time. Usually, we see promo and product image leaks before the launch. This time, someone has unpacked the Galaxy S26 Ultra device, and it’s a retail unit that we’re talking about.

The Korean phone maker has been preparing this phone since early 2025. Early design leaks of the device appeared somewhere around December. However, those schematics were limited to the CAD renders. Later on, we’ve seen minor inputs about the camera and hardware.

The pace of leaks increased in February, as expected, but a few days before the event, we now have a clear picture of the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event.

This situation appeared after a tech YouTuber, Sahil Karoul, purchased a Galaxy S26 Ultra unit from a Samsung retailer in Dubai. He explored the device from all sides and showcased new features online on his channel and social media accounts. As of today, his content has garnered massive attention on these platforms.

More information revealed that the Samsung store in Dubai sold him Africa bound S26 Ultra. You should know that the unit that he received was 12000 AED, and he paid about 3200 US dollars to a person, who was supposedly working at the Samsung store in an undisclosed locality.

It comes to the money, the seller is handing over these units without worrying about any consequences. In fact, Sahil later confirmed that the newer storage versions have now arrived and they’re being sold across the market. On a further note, he mentioned that the price has already dropped in one day by up to 1,000 US dollars.

Dire Situation

Revelation of a device from a big company as Samsung, should not be considered normal. The phone maker should have put some strict contraints over its supply chain and shipments.

It appears that the Korean company didn’t pay attention to sellers, who could slip out units without punishment. Look at Apple, for example, none of its iPhone release leaks even before a day of official unveiling, but things are turning really bad for its competitor.

Now that the Galaxy S26 Ultra has been unpacked before the launch. Samsung should monitor this situation up close, find the weak links, and fix them before the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8 release.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 series is going to launch on February 25, 2026. But before the official event, new details about the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra have already appeared online. Tech content creator Sahil Karoul shared a hands-on video of the phone, revealing information about magnetic charging support and S Pen functionality.

In his Instagram short video, he talked about one big question many people have been asking: Does the Galaxy S26 Ultra have magnetic support on the back, like Apple MagSafe on the Apple iPhone?

In the video, a magnetic wireless charger is placed on the back of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and the phone starts charging. At first, it looks like the phone has magnetic support. However, he explains that the phone does not have built-in magnets like MagSafe.

The charger can charge the device, but it does not attach strongly on its own. If users want proper magnetic support, they will need to buy a special magnetic case separately. It means that the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra does not feature built-in magnet support.

In addition to this, the video also shows the S Pen Bluetooth support. Many users were disappointed last year when Samsung removed Bluetooth features from the S Pen in the Galaxy  S25 Ultra. And this year, it seems the same continues.

The S Pen in the Galaxy S26 Ultra does not support Bluetooth. Pressing the button on the pen does not activate any remote features. There is also a small design change. When putting the S Pen back into its slot, users must keep the button side facing up. If inserted the wrong way, it will not fit properly

More details are expected at the official launch event. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung is preparing a smart new feature for its foldable phones that could help protect the screens from damage. Early leaks from One UI 9 suggest the company is testing a feature – Foreign Material Detection.

This feature is designed to alert users if something is stuck in the phone, like dust, dirt, or other small objects. It can stop the device from folding completely.

When the phone detects such debris, it will send a notification telling the user to check and remove it. This could prevent scratches or damage to the foldable screen. Users who don’t want to receive these alerts will be able to turn them off.

The files spotted in the One UI 9 software via @Android Authority also included images of three upcoming foldable phones: the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Galaxy Z Flip 8, and a new Galaxy Z Fold Wide. The Wide Fold stands out because of its unusual shape, and it looks more like a passport when folded, unlike the regular Fold 8.

While the Galaxy Fold 8 and Flip 8 designs look similar to older models, the images show that all three phones have softer, rounded corners. It is not clear if this is a real design change or just a mistake in the early graphics. Softer corners could make the phones easier to hold.

So far, there’s no confirmation if the Foreign Material Detection will only be on new models or if older foldables will get it through software updates. Since the leak comes from an early One UI 9 build, details might still change before the official release.

These leaks give us a first look at Samsung’s foldable lineup for 2026, which shows some small but useful upgrades. As with all pre‑release leaks, details could change before launch. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung is getting ready to launch its new Galaxy S26 series. The most premium model of this series will be the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Even though big hardware upgrades are not expected, Samsung is making an important production change. The company plans to produce more Galaxy S26 Ultra units in the beginning.

According to ETNews, Samsung has increased the early production target of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Earlier, it planned to make two million units in the first two months. Now, it plans to make three million units. This is nearly a 50% increase in early production. However, the total production volume for the device is expected to remain the same overall.

The reason behind this move is rising memory chip prices. Memory is one of the most expensive parts of a smartphone. Samsung expects memory prices to go up even more soon. If the company produces more units later, it may have to pay more for these components.

By making more phones now, Samsung can use current prices and reduce future costs. This could help the company manage expenses and protect profit margins.

The Galaxy S26 series, including the Samsung Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+, may launch at a higher price. Higher production costs are likely the reason. Samsung will unveil these phones at its Galaxy Unpacked event. An unboxing video of the Galaxy S26 Ultra has already appeared online before launch.

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Samsung has an updated LockStar version for One UI 8.5 devices, which carries a new unlock animation and functional enhancements.

With its One UI 8.5 refresh, Samsung LockStar gained some serious upgrades for the unlock animation segment. Now, the company is expanding the directory with a new addition called “Swirl,” and it’s ready to refresh your lockscreen.

Samsung enthusiast TarunVats showcased the new Swirl unlock animation in action. Unlocking the device using biometrics or PIN launches the transition that takes you to the home screen through a quick swirl animation effect.

Additionally, the LockStar update improves manual brightness range for Full screen AOD. It’s a major feature of the Galaxy S25 series, which is gaining functional-level improvements to elevate the user experience.

Samsung specifically noted the enhancements provided to the status bar visibility. Galaxy users can expect even clearer status bar visibility while editing the unlock animation. Here’s the changelog of the LockStar update:

• Adjusted manual brightness range for Full screen AOD
• Added “Swirl” type to Unlock animation
• Improved status bar visibility in Unlock animation edit screen

The updated LockStar is available on Galaxy Store.

One UI 8.5 is currently available on the Galaxy S25 series, that too on the Beta channel. The software is set to be officially revealed tomorrow. Samsung is expected to open the Stable One UI 8.5 rollout following the S26 series sale.

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EU energy labels for the Galaxy S26 series have surfaced less than 36 hours before launch, and they reveal something few expected: better efficiency, but potentially weaker long-term battery health than the Galaxy S25.

The labels, obtained by Ytechb, cover the full lineup: the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra. They outline energy efficiency, endurance per cycle, repairability, durability ratings, and battery lifespan under the EU’s standardized testing framework.

Moving from 2000 cycles to 1200 cycles represents a reduction in long-term battery longevity. For users who keep their phones for four or five years, cycle count matters as it impacts how quickly battery capacity degrades over time.

The labels list battery endurance at 1200 charge cycles before dropping to 80 percent health. The Galaxy S25 series and several other recent Samsung devices were rated for 2000 charge cycles to reach that same 80 percent threshold.

More from EU label

On paper, the efficiency story looks strong. All three models carry an A-class energy efficiency rating. That puts them among the most power-efficient phones under the EU system. The standardized battery endurance test shows:

• Galaxy S26: 51 hours, 4,175mAh battery
• Galaxy S26 Plus: 55 hours, 4,755mAh battery
• Galaxy S26 Ultra: 55 hours, 4,855mAh battery

Those are solid numbers, especially considering the battery sizes are not dramatically larger than previous models. If the labels are accurate, Samsung has squeezed more usable time out of similar capacity cells.

All three devices are rated A for repeated free-fall reliability. The lineup carries an IP68 certification, meaning they are fully dust-tight and can survive submersion in up to 3 meters of fresh water for at least 30 minutes.

The Galaxy S26 series reportedly earns a C grade for repairability, suggesting moderate difficulty for component replacement. With launch day just hours away, official confirmation is close.

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Samsung just posted a 15-second clip that might go down as one of the sharpest pre-Unpacked jabs in recent memory. With the fresh Galaxy S26 teaser, Samsung roasts Apple and the photo editing limits of its iPhone and iOS.

The ad opens on a woman, carrying an iPhone, complete with the aged notch design and squarish camera setup on the back. The irony is that Samsung refrained from using the recent iPhones, which fully adopted Dynamic Island.

She is trying to erase her ex from a photo. Tap, smudge, and try again. The results look half-baked; ghosting artifacts everywhere. The message is clear: Apple’s so-called Object Removal is still playing catch-up.

The phrase Can your phone do that is clever because it avoids naming Apple. In the context of the iPhone 17 cycle and the broader iOS 26 AI push, it reads like a challenge.

Samsung is framing Apple as safe, controlled, and limited. Meanwhile, Galaxy AI is being positioned as creative, expressive, and even a little chaotic in the best way.

The Galaxy maker has done this before, but this time it feels more surgical. Using an actual iPhone as the prop is not accidental, but a direct shot at Apple’s ecosystem lock-in strategy.

AI Object Eraser

Object removal is not new. Samsung has had Object Eraser in the Gallery for years. What this teaser signals is a serious upgrade.

Apple’s Clean Up tool in recent iOS builds handles basic object removal. It runs largely on devices and struggles with complex backgrounds.

• Samsung Galaxy S26 Reservations Live: $30 bonus, $900 off and a $5,000 giveaway

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Samsung owned the 2025 market in Europe, and the Galaxy was the region’s top-selling phone. Apple gained an upper hand in the fourth quarter, given the iPhone 17’s release, but the thunder didn’t help much against Samsung.

According to Omdia, the European smartphone market declined by 1% in 2025 to 134.2 million units. Samsung led Europe mobile phone market in 2025, and Galaxy A56 was the region’s top-selling smartphone.

Samsung remained Europe’s largest smartphone vendor in 2025, with shipments marginally growing to 46.6 million units. Apple grew 6% to 36.9 million this year, reaching a record-high 27% market share in Europe.

Europe’s bestseller belonged to Samsung, but the situation was entirely different in the US. Apple iPhones remain the top-selling phone stateside. Samsung manages to get its Galaxy A1x model ranked in the top 10 chart.

Xiaomi ranked third with 16% market share as it declined 1% to 21.8 million units. Motorola remained fourth despite declining 5% to 7.7 million units. HONOR climbed into Europe’s top five as it grew 4% to 3.8 million units.

Europe’s five largest smartphone vendors continued to gain combined share, reflecting the importance of scale for long-term success in the region.

According to Runar Bjorhovde, Senior Analyst at Omdia:

In 2026, concerns around memory pricing have created a challenging outlook. In Europe, which made up just 10.8% of all smartphones shipped worldwide in 2025, the biggest question is which vendors are most likely to prioritize the region if hit by price increases or supply shortages.

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The Galaxy S25 series was a hit in 2025, and Samsung is on the verge of releasing its successor lineup. This article tracks the complete specifications of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone, based on leaks and reliable inputs.

Samsung is set to launch the Galaxy S26 Ultra on February 25, 2026, but the specifications mentioned in this article may change. For now, do not take this information as a confirmed spec or feature of the upcoming device.

Quick Look: What the rumors say

• Launch date: February 25 in San Francisco
• Availability: Starting March 11
• Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy (TSMC 3nm)
• RAM: LPDDR5X RAM (Faster 10.7Gbps)
• Display: 120Hz refresh rate, 2600 nits brightness, and a new Privacy Display feature (Flex Magic Pixel technology)
• Camera: 200MP main, 50MP ultrawide, 50MP 5x periscope and a 10MP 3x telephoto
• Charging: 60W wired and 25W Qi2-ready wireless charging
• Design: A potential move from “floating lenses” to a new pill-shaped camera island

Display

Samsung’s displays are always best-in-class, and the S26 Ultra aims to continue that legacy.

• Size: 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED with M14 material set.
• Refresh rate: 120Hz refresh rate, touch sampling rate could increase.
• Brightness: Peak brightness is rumored to remain unchanged at 2,600 nits.
• Protection: Next-generation Corning Gorilla Glass Armor.
• New Feature: The most exciting feature is the “Privacy Display” technology based on “Flex Magic Pixel.”

Performance

Galaxy S26 Ultra uses Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, a chipset tailored for Samsung flagships. The chip will be manufactured using TSMC’s 3nm process technology, offering significant gains in CPU, GPU, and especially NPU.

• Galaxy S26 runs Geekbench with fastest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip

A key rumor indicates the S26 Ultra will be one of the first phones to use new LPDDR5X RAM clocked at 10.7Gbps. This is a substantial speed bump from the 8.5Gbps RAM in the S25 Ultra, offering various improvements.

Camera

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to be paired with:

• A 200MP Wide (primary) sensor with f/1.4 aperture.
• A 50MP Ultrawide lens (1/2.52-inch sensor size).

A dual-telephoto system.

The device may use a new telephoto camera with 10MP resolution, trimmed down from a 12MP lens, featuring 3x optical zoom at a 1/3.94-inch sensor size, smaller than the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s 1/3.52-inch image sensor.

Additionally, the Galaxy S26 Ultra will have a 50MP periscope with a 1/2.52-inch sensor size. This camera will offer 5x optical zoom capabilities and enhanced light intake as compared to its predecessor, the S25 Ultra.

The bigger punch-hole:

• Recent rumors suggest it will stick with a 12MP punch-hole but will make the cutout larger. This is allegedly to house a new lens with a wider 85-degree field-of-view (up from 80), allowing for better group selfies.

Battery and charging

This is the upgrade users have been requesting for years. Samsung isn’t bringing a capacity upgrade to the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The battery will remain 5,000mAh, but the wired and wireless charging will upgrade to 60W and 25W, respectively.

Disclaimer: This is an Article Based on Leaks and Rumors

The information presented in this article is based on early leaks, supply chain rumors, and industry analyst speculation circulating as of February 23, 2026.

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Samsung officially announced Galaxy Book6 prices and release date in the US. The company also revealed that its latest laptops will join the unveiling of the Galaxy S26 and Buds 4 series at the February 25 Unpacked event.

The Galaxy Book6 lineup introduces three models: Galaxy Book6, Book6 Pro, and Book6. The laptops feature Galaxy AI, incredible performance, and a symmetric and sleek design.

The latest laptops are crafted to be slim while retaining a premium feel. Both Galaxy Book6 Pro and Galaxy Book6 Ultra boast a notably slimmer profile, measuring just 11.9mm and 15.4mm, respectively.

Galaxy Book6 US prices and release date revealed

Samsung confirmed that beginning March 11, the Galaxy Book6 series will be available throughout the US. Galaxy Book6 Ultra starts at $2,449.99, Galaxy Book6 Pro starts at $1,599.99, and Galaxy Book6 starts at $1,049.99.

Interested buyers can reserve the Galaxy Book6 series in Grey color. Consumers who reserve the latest devices receive a $30 credit upon pre-order and auto-enroll for a chance to win a $5,000 gift card to use on Samsung.com.

Additionally, Samsung says it will offer up to $900 trade-in credits. Even if you don’t trade your existing device, you will receive a $150 credit. These offers are applicable when you reserve and preorder through Samsung.com.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a spec monster, yet it reportedly lacks a power-off tracking feature.

Despite Google rebranding and expanding its Find My Device network into Find Hub, Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup appears to miss one of its most practical recovery features: powered-off tracking.

Friends over at AndroidAuthority spotted a revealing entry on Google’s Issue Tracker. A Google employee shared logs from a Galaxy S26 Ultra while investigating a font-related issue. Buried inside was this line:

[ro.bluetooth.finder.supported]: [false]

It indicates that the Galaxy S26 Ultra does not support Bluetooth-based device finding after the phone is powered off. Google introduced this capability with the Pixel 8 series and continues it with the Pixel 9 lineup.

Google’s Find Hub powered-off tracking allows a device to be located for several hours after it has been turned off. Nearby Android phones act as anonymous relays through Find Hub, helping pinpoint a lost device.

This is not a minor convenience, but a real-world safety net, and Samsung still is not using it. Samsung fans often point to SmartThings Find and say, “We already have offline tracking.”

Samsung’s system relies on nearby Galaxy devices acting as “Find Nodes.” However, once the device is fully shut down, SmartThings Find stops working.

Google’s powered-off tracking is different. It leverages low-level Bluetooth functionality that survives shutdown for a limited window; that’s the key distinction.

What do you think, SammyFans? Is the lack of powered-off tracking on the Galaxy S26 Ultra a serious miss, or is Samsung’s SmartThings Find system sufficient for your needs?

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Just a few hours more, and the world will witness 2026’s first mega reveal. Samsung is unveiling the Galaxy S26 series on February 25 at an in-person Unpacked, and the event will livestream on YouTube as well.

At the Unpacked event, Samsung will uncover the Galaxy S26 series, Buds 4 series, upgrades to Galaxy AI, and the new One UI 8.5. Galaxy S26 Ultra is the star of the show, but millions of fans are excited for the software update.

Galaxy S26 series

AI will dominate the Unpacked event, similar to the past few years. Samsung doesn’t have much to showcase other than software advancements. The Privacy Display feature will be the main highlight of the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Samsung has also cut Snapdragon utilization from 100 percent to around 75 percent this year. In place of Qualcomm chip, the company is utilizing Exynos 2600, its in-house SoC made using 2nm process, in the Galaxy S26 series.

Exynos 2600 may also see some limelight at the Galaxy S26 launch. It brings significant upgrades in terms of CPU, GPU, and NPU. Leaked S26 Ultra promos already confirmed enhancements of the Snapdragon versions.

Galaxy Buds 4 series

Samsung confirmed new earbuds will also be unveiled at the Unpacked event. The Galaxy Buds 4 series includes a standard and a Pro variant. These models bring major design refinements and a tweaked charging case.

The company has altered how owners will place the earbuds in the case. The blade light has been removed in line with improving the battery life. Various AI features have been added to improve the listening experience.

One UI 8.5

Samsung has been running One UI 8.5 Beta Program on the Galaxy S25 series. The new software will officially be unveiled at the Unpacked event.

The Galaxy S26 series will go on sale on March 11, 2026, marking the rollout of the official One UI 8.5 software. Samsung confirmed existing devices will receive the new features and updates sequentially.

Unpacked event to go live at:

As of 10 a.m. PT (Pacific Time)

• Washington (US – EST): 1 p.m. EST
• London (UK – GMT): 6 p.m. GMT
• New Delhi (India – IST): 11:30 p.m. IST
• Seoul (South Korea – KST): 3 a.m. KST
• Bangkok (Southeast Asia: 12 a.m. ICT

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Samsung will launch its next Galaxy S series, Galaxy S26 Ultra, this week. However, the Galaxy S26 Ultra accidentally appeared online in a surprising way last year. A short video leaked months before the official Galaxy Unpacked event.

Back in October 2025, a Samsung employee posted a bug report on Google’s Chromium Issue Tracker. This is a website where developers report software problems. The employee wrote about a problem with split-screen mode. To explain the problem, they attached a short video of the phone in action.

And in the comments section, they wrote a simple note that the device is an “S26.” At the time, most people did not notice this small detail.

The video does not show much of the phone’s design, but a watermark on the screen shows it was an internal test device, not meant for the public. The bug report itself did not go far.

Google engineers were confused because the video used the Firefox browser to show a problem that was supposed to be about Chromium. They suggested that the frame rate issue might be caused by Samsung’s software, not the browser.

Even though Samsung tries hard to prevent leaks, this shows how small mistakes during normal work can reveal new devices. Fans have now seen a small glimpse of the Galaxy S26 before the official launch. The company’s official Galaxy Unpacked event, happening this week, will reveal the full details of the new phones.

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Samsung has officially announced that its new Galaxy Book 6 series will be available in the US starting March 11, 2026. The lineup includes the Galaxy Book 6 Ultra, Galaxy Book 6 Pro, and Galaxy Book 6.

The Galaxy Book 6 series is designed to be faster, smarter, and easier to carry, making them great for work, school, and everyday use. It uses the new Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors to help the laptops run smoothly and quickly. You can open apps fast, switch between tasks easily, and enjoy better overall performance.

Samsung has also improved the cooling system. The Galaxy Book 6 Ultra has a bigger cooling system to keep the laptop from getting too hot. For the first time, the Galaxy Book 6 Pro 16-inch also has a cooling system like this. This helps the laptops stay cool and work well, even when you use them for a long time.

The Galaxy Book 6 Ultra and Galaxy Book 6 Pro can play videos for up to 30 hours on one charge. This means you can use them all day without worrying about charging.

The laptops are thin and light, so they are easy to carry in a bag. The Galaxy Book6 Ultra is 15.4mm thick, and the Galaxy Book6 Pro 16-inch is even thinner at 11.9mm. They also have a clean and modern design in a grey color.

Prices start at $2,449.99 for the Ultra, $1,599.99 for the Pro, and $1,049.99 for the Galaxy Book 6. Customers can reserve them now on Samsung’s website or in stores.

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Samsung has begun rolling out its February 2026 security update for seven of its flagship Galaxy devices. These devices are Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE, Galaxy Z TriFold, Galaxy Z Flip 6, Galaxy Z Fold 6, and Galaxy S24 FE.

The latest update improves security, stability, and overall performance, helping these devices run more smoothly and stay protected against vulnerabilities. The update is currently live for users in Korea and will expand to more countries soon.

The update for these 7 Samsung flagship phones comes with the following firmware versions:

• Galaxy Z Fold 7 – F966NKSS8AZB2
• Galaxy Z Flip 7 – F766NKSS8AZB2
• Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE – F761NKSS8AZB2
• Galaxy Z TriFold – F968NKSS3AZB2
• Galaxy Z Flip 6 – F741NKSS3CZB2
• Galaxy Z Fold 6 – F956NKSS2CYKE
• Galaxy S24 FE – S721NKSSACZB2

As per the official details, this update brings 37 security fixes in total. 25 come from Google for Android, while 12 are provided by Samsung. It also improves system stability and reliability, clears unnecessary files and cached data, and may update some stock apps automatically.

To install the update, open the Settings app, go to Software update, and tap Download and install. After the download finishes, tap Install now to apply the update. Installing it ensures your device stays secure and performs at its best. Also, it makes your Galaxy device ready for the upcoming update, which includes One UI 8.5.

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Samsung has pushed a new update for Camera Assistant with version 4.5.00.19. This update adds a bunch of new camera features and improvements. It shows that Samsung wants to give users better control and better photo and video quality. 

According to the changelog of the update, this update brings simple but powerful tools to enhance Galaxy Photography. Let’s explore the changes.

New Features of Camera Assistant

The fresh update brings Touch AF/AE in Pro Video mode. This lets users tap on the screen to change focus and brightness while recording a video. Focus peaking is now available in Pro modes too. This helps users easily see what is sharp and in focus. There are also new settings like speed and sensitivity to control how fast and how smoothly the camera focuses.

Also, the update adds a 24MP photo option. This gives clear and detailed pictures without making file sizes too large. There are also more controls in Photo Mode for users who like to adjust settings manually. Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) has been improved to reduce shaking in photos and videos. A new swipe gesture on the shutter button makes taking pictures faster and easier.

For video recording, Samsung has added a video softening option. This can make faces look smoother. The app also supports 8K recording when mirroring. Users can now save their favorite settings as presets in Pro Mode. On-screen indicators can also be customized to make the camera screen look cleaner.

There is also support for TILTA wireless lens controllers, which may help professional users. Aside from this, Samsung has also added more modes and improvements to make camera controls and taking photos easier.

Samsung is going to launch the Galaxy S26 series this week. It seems like the company is making the camera ready for this series with new features. Stay tuned.

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Samsung is going to launch the Galaxy S26 series on 25 February 2026. Even before the company officially launches it, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has been seen online. Some early photos taken with the Galaxy S26 Ultra are now available, which gives fans a first look at its camera performance.

Content creator Sahil Karoul shared several photos taken from the Galaxy S26 Ultra on X. The pictures show grocery store fruits and vegetables, yellow flowers, and a person’s portrait.

He also shared some comparison photos with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, including a nighttime building shot. From these pictures, the Galaxy S26 Ultra images look a little brighter and sharper than the S25 Ultra. Karoul did not say which camera lens was used for each shot.

However, leaks suggest the Galaxy S26 Ultra may have wider camera apertures. The main 200MP camera may have f/1.4 (previously f/1.7), and the 5x zoom camera may have f/2.9 (previously f/3.4). Wider apertures let more light in, which can make photos brighter and clearer.

10x Zoom
S25u vs S26u pic.twitter.com/u10BT9qTyC

— Sahil Karoul (@KaroulSahil) February 23, 2026

Samsung will officially launch the Galaxy S26 series at Galaxy Unpacked later this week. These early photos give a first idea of how the cameras perform.

For now, these leaked images give fans a sneak peek at the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera improvements and photo quality. With the launch just days away, people are excited to see the full features of Samsung’s newest flagship phone. Stay tuned for more information.

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Samsung’s new Privacy Display feature may not stay exclusive for long. A new leak suggests that other Android phone makers are preparing to launch similar technology later this year. It means Samsung could soon face competition in this new area of smartphone privacy.

A popular Weibo tipster, Digital Chat Station, reveals that several Chinese smartphone brands are currently testing hardware-based privacy displays. This technology is similar to what Samsung will introduce with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

In addition to this, the tipster claims that the first non-Samsung phones with this feature could launch as early as September 2026. It means that Samsung’s Privacy Display feature may no longer be exclusive. 

The leak does not mention specific brands, but companies like Xiaomi, OPPO, and vivo are possible candidates. These brands often launch new flagship phones in September.

Unlike regular privacy features that use software tricks, this new solution works at the hardware level. Many phones today rely on screen dimming or filter effects to make displays harder to read from the side. Samsung’s approach is different because the privacy protection is built directly into the display panel.

With the Privacy Display feature, the screen physically limits viewing angles, so only the person holding the phone can clearly see what’s on it. Anyone looking from the side may see a dark or blurred screen. 

Samsung is expected to keep this Privacy Display feature exclusive to the Galaxy S26 Ultra. For now, the information remains a rumor, but it clearly shows that smartphone makers are focusing more on improving user privacy. Stay tuned.

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Samsung’s Gallery Assistant app has reportedly completed beta testing and is now ready for official release. The beta phase has ended in Korea, and the stable version rollout will soon start. The official version will be more stable, fix bugs, and may include new features.

A post on a Korean forum shared that the beta program of the Gallery Assistant has ended because the app is now stable. The official version is expected to work better and give users a smoother experience when editing photos and videos.

Gallery Assistant makes it easy to edit many photos and videos at the same time. Instead of changing each file one by one, users can apply edits to several files together. This saves time and makes managing large collections of media faster and simpler. This app is especially helpful for Samsung Galaxy users who want to organize and improve their photos and videos quickly.

The beta version of Gallery Assistant was released last year to test new features and gather feedback from users. Samsung used the beta to fix problems and improve performance. Now that the beta is over, the app is ready for everyone to use in a stable form.

As the beta ended, those who were trying the new features via the beta version will soon enjoy the stable version. To update and install, open Galaxy Store, go to Updates, find Gallery Assistant, and tap Update to enjoy better stability.

The official rollout will start gradually, so some users may get it later than others. Keep checking the Galaxy Store to get the latest version and enjoy a smoother, faster Gallery Assistant app. Stay tuned for more information.

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New information has raised questions about whether the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE will receive the upcoming One UI 8.5 update. Some users are now worried that the phone might miss this major software upgrade before its support period ends.

Samsung usually releases all Android-based One UI updates (smaller or bigger) to its flagships if the device is eligible for the main Android version. Like, if any Samsung device is eligible for Android 14, then it will receive all the One UI updates that are based on this Android version, such as One UI 6, One UI 6.1, and One UI 6.1.1.

So, it would be surprising if the Galaxy S21 FE does not receive One UI 8.5. Also, One UI 8.5 has not yet been released for any Galaxy device. It is expected to roll out in March, so there is still time for Samsung to clarify its plans.

But the new information about the One UI 8.5 update comes from a response given by a customer care representative at Samsung India. According to the reply shared by a user (Saurabh Patni), the representative mentioned that the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE will not receive the upcoming update.

The Galaxy S21 FE is still supported by Samsung. The company has promised security updates for the device until January 2027. This means users will continue to receive important security patches for nearly two more years. Since the phone is still under support, many believe it should also get One UI 8.5.

As of now, Samsung has not officially confirmed whether the Galaxy S21 FE will receive One UI 8.5. Users will need to wait for a clear announcement from the company. Stay tuned.

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Samsung has ended the bad luck of Bixby AI assistant by turning its dumb behaviour into an intelligent service that you could compare to Google’s Gemini.

The Korean phone maker has announced that its home-grown AI assistant is making a big jump with the One UI 8.5 software update, which will make an official debut with the Galaxy S26 series.

The new Bixby is now able to process natural language and reply in the same manner, just like Gemini. On the other hand, its UI upgrade aligns with Samsung’s new design language. Early access to the new Bixby is distributed with the 4th One UI 8.5 beta, and first impressions of its features are better than expected.

You can ask anything to Bixby, and it will come up with an answer. On top of that, it can generate text content and share a detailed analysis or answers. It has deepened integration into the system apps with intuitive options, and some serious work has been done on how it will display on the screen.

Bixby can now draft an email on your behalf; you just need to tell it the email address, subject, and body. From a user perspective, this is a brand new experience and entirely different from what Bixby used to be. I’ve been using the AI assistant since the Galaxy S9 era, and its initial launch gave the world a Google Assistant competitor.

Samsung did the same by expanding its access across the entire ecosystem, such as smart TVs, speakers, and home appliances. However, the arrival of generative AI and large language models (LLMs) has turned things worse for this old-age Bixby.

Thereafter, Samsung chose Google’s Gemini as the show runner, which was a good decision, given the requirement for a competitive edge over Apple. Behind the scenes, Samsung was making gradual progress and refining its AI solution with Perplexity with a more reasonable answer.

Partnership with Perplexity

The latest One UI 8.5 beta reveals Perplexity has a major role in this advancement. Bixby now has two modes: the first processes requests on-device, and the second on the Perplexity server.

Basic features, such as changing phone settings, creating emails, and options, are still handled on-device, and big queries, including content writing and information search, are now handled by Perplexity servers.

This development comes as Samsung has promised to increase its Gemini-powered device share through 2026. The phone maker has officially confirmed that it wants to offer more AI agents for a diverse range of options rather than relying only on a single tool.

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Samsung’s Galaxy Enhance-X app is getting a major design overhaul in One UI 8.5, along with Good Lock vibes. With the latest update to the AI-powered application, editing on a Galaxy phone just got a lot more serious.

Enthusiast GalaxyTechie revealed the One UI 8.5-based Galaxy Enhance-X app with Good Lock vibes. The app’s version 16.3.00.31 brings a major change to the user interface and adds support for installable plugins.

Samsung has quietly rebuilt the app around a cleaner, more deliberate layout that mirrors One UI 8.5 aesthetics. Open the updated app and you are greeted with a new three tab structure: Plugins, Home, and History.

Rounded elements, refined spacing, and subtle animations give it that One UI 8.5 flavor.

The real headline feature is the new Plugin system. Samsung is introducing downloadable plugins that expand editing functions. Right now, the spotlight is on nine Film Style Filters; each preset leans into a distinct film inspired mood.

Cinematic Glow stands out as it adds a soft, dreamy bloom to highlights. There is also a Focus Shift tool that intelligently isolates a subject and blurs the background.

Beyond editing, version 16.3.00.31 introduces stronger document tools: annotation, translation, PDF to JPEG conversion, and even bulk editing. This turns the app into a lightweight productivity companion for scans, notes, and markups.

Samsung is clearly positioning Enhance-X as more than a filter app. With this update, it feels integrated, purposeful, and aligned with the broader Galaxy AI direction.

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Samsung pushes new software updates with tighter security and smoother performance. Meanwhile, the latest update on the Galaxy S22 series has caused a severe issue: endless restarts.

Reports from Reddit, via Piunikaweb, confirm the Galaxy S22 series endless reboots. Shortly after installing the update, some users say their phones began restarting over and over again. Some describe devices overheating or freezing to the point of being unusable.

This is not limited to a single model; both the base S22 and the Ultra are mentioned repeatedly in user threads. A few owners say their devices became so unstable that they were effectively unusable.

Some users tried a factory reset as well, but it didn’t make any impact. Several users attempted recovery mode wipes, only to find the boot loop returning. Others went deeper, clearing cache partitions or even reflashing firmware through PC tools.

• These methods are not for casual users.

There is one workaround that appears to help in some cases. Updating the One UI Home app seems to stabilize certain affected devices.

To be clear, this does not appear to be affecting every Galaxy S22 owner. Some users responding to the same threads say their devices updated without issue.

Security patches are supposed to protect devices, not send them into an endless restart. The silence from Samsung so far only adds to the anxiety; there is no detailed public statement so far.

If you own a Galaxy S22 device and it’s functioning accurately, don’t update its software as for now.

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In a shocking twist, a Dubai-based retailer has already put the Galaxy S26 Ultra on sale at a significantly higher price. The seller is selling African units of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, now in 512GB as well, and the price dropped significantly.

YouTuber Sahil Karoul announced the pre-launch purchase of the Galaxy S26 Ultra for 12,000 AED in Dubai. It’s almost double the price of the flagship phone when it goes on sale around March 11, 2026.

After tons of leaks, the YouTuber revealed that the device is now 4,000 AED cheaper than the first purchase. It brings the pre-launch mode’s price to around 8,000 AED in Dubai, which is still 1.5x more expensive than the real cost.

What’s more, the 512GB version is also selling in the market. Anyone willing to pay such huge money for an early treat can visit the store and make the purchase.

It has just made Unpacked boring and raises questions about Samsung’s product control strategy. While we were awaiting a slew of promotional material, the internet was flooded with in-hand shots and videos, that too without control.

• Full Galaxy S26 Ultra unboxing just made Samsung Unpacked boring

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Galaxy Unpacked is officially scheduled for this Wednesday. The wait is almost over, and yet, in a shocking twist, the Galaxy S26 Ultra unboxing has already happened.

Hours before Samsung takes the stage in San Francisco, a retail unit of the Dubai and African variant surfaced online via Sahil Karoul. The pre-launch unboxing of Galaxy S26 Ultra stole the thunder from Samsung Unpacked.

Galaxy S26 Ultra in its White colorway is shown in the video. It gives us the cleanest look at the retail box, what it contains inside, and how the phone looks. The Dubai-based YouTuber also tested the device on various segments.

Samsung has removed the individual camera rings this time. The rear now looks flatter, more unified, with a circular periscope module that stands out subtly against the White finish. Rounded edges are back, prioritizing in-hand comfort.

• Galaxy S26 Ultra periscope boasts ALoP camera technology?

Coming to the front, the Galaxy S26 Ultra has more rounded corners. The difference is clearly visible from the screen size, more than the back view. Key specs like refresh rate and resolution remain unchanged.

Privacy Display is the biggest highlight of the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The YouTuber tested out the phone’s signature feature outdoors. It practically saves on-screen content from peeping eyes, as shown in the unboxing video itself.

• Here’s your first real look at Galaxy S26 Ultra Privacy Display

Gaming performance has been tested across different titles. The device runs effectively faster and cooler than its predecessor. The new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chip is paying off the technological upgrades here.

The Unboxing video will follow camera review soon, as promised by Sahil. The first impressions video alone features some initial daytime and low-light shots. The software looks stable, with more improvements likely ahead.

• You can watch the full video here. Credits – Sahil Karoul

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Samsung starts February 2026 update rollout to the Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra, S25 Edge and S25 FE. The firmware has just dropped in South Korea, and users around the world are lining up to grab the latest patch.

Galaxy S25 (Edge too) users in Korea can identify the February 2026 update via PDA build version ending with BZB2. If you own a Galaxy S25 FE, the firmware ends with AZB2, as the device has an edge over the main models.

Earlier this month, Samsung revealed its February patch brings fixes for 37 vulnerabilities. The package is dominated by patches provided by Samsung. Google’s participation is here, but the contribution is minimal.

February patch is necessary before the major One UI 8.5 upgrade. It sets the foundation for the next big release, slated after the Galaxy S26 release. If Samsung holds the rollout in March, we may see the OTA dropping in April.

How to update

Updating software on Samsung phones doesn’t require manual flashing. You just need to enter System Settings and initiate the Software update.

Before you begin, make sure your phone is charged above 50 percent. While not necessary, creating a backup of your device’s settings and data is always a good precaution.

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After Qualcomm, Samsung has now formally confirmed the big Galaxy S26 reveal with Snapdragon. The next Unpacked is just days away, and the lineup is bringing the world’s fastest and most advanced mobile processors this year.

Samsung is seemingly treating Exynos 2600 as a side project, as no promo material or social handle posts promoting the in-house chip. In a recent development, Samsung has now teased a big reveal, the Galaxy S26 series, with Snapdragon.

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy is tuned specifically for Samsung flagships. It has an overclocked central processing unit (CPU) over the standard version, bringing two prime cores clocked at 4.74 GHz.

A leaked Galaxy S26 Ultra promo revealed that the chip delivers 39 percent better NPU, 24 percent more capable GPU and 19 percent faster CPU than the Snapdragon 8 Elite.

Exynos is making a comeback to Samsung flagships in 2026. The company has succeeded in approving Exynos 2600 for the Galaxy S26 series. It’s the world’s most advanced processor manufactured on a 2nm process.

A larger portion of the Galaxy S26 series will still feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy processor. Specifically, all the S26, S26+ and S26 Ultra variants in the US, Canada and China will use Qualcomm-made processors.

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Samsung has reportedly finalized the Galaxy S26 Ultra prices, and South Korean consumers may be paying up to 20 percent extra. The smartphone’s top-tier variant might be getting a steep price hike of roughly $300 in Korea.

According to Chosun, Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra prices have been decided. The company is raising prices across the memory variants. If you’re considering getting the 1TB model, you might have to take a step back.

The report says that the S26 Ultra is set to launch at 1,797,000 won (~ $1,250) for 256GB, 2,050,900 won (~ $1,425) for 512GB and 2,545,400 won (~ $1,765) for 1TB. By storage capacity, the price hike grows steeper with larger storage.

Galaxy S26 Ultra price

• 12GB + 512GB – 1,797,000 won (~ $1,250)
• 12GB + 512GB – 2,050,900 won (~ $1,425)
• 16GB + 1TB – 2,545,400 won (~ $1,765)

The price figures are for South Korea; USD converted at the exchange rate as of February 23.

Comparison with the S25 Ultra

The 1TB model has been finalized at 2,545,400 won (~ $1765). This is 418,000 won (~ $290) more than the previous Galaxy S25 Ultra 1TB (2,127,400 won/~ $1475), representing an increase of approximately 20%.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB model is priced at 2,050,900 won, up 11.3% from the previous model (1,841,900 won). The 256GB model is set at 1,797,000 won, a 5.8% increase from its predecessor (1,698,400 won).

The spike in prices is fueled by rising costs of components. Over the past couple of months, the costs of DRAM and NAND flash memory chips have skyrocketed. It remains to be seen if the impact is seen in the United States.

An industry insider noted,

“The Ultra lineup has a high proportion of large-capacity storage adoption, and as memory prices have surged recently, the cost burden for higher-capacity options like 1TB has been more significantly reflected in pricing.”

Get ready for Unpacked on February 25.

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Samsung last year dumped Bluetooth features from the S Pen on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and the new Galaxy S26 Ultra repeats that lack.

A video leaked of a pre-launch retail unit confirms that the Galaxy S26 Ultra doens’t feature Bluetooth-powered S Pen features. It’s not a sudden shift, but retained from the previous year’s flagship model.

YouTuber Sahil Karoul, who is the world’s first person to own the S26 Ultra, tested the S Pen on the device. The demo video showcases that the device repeats the lack of Bluetooth, erasing hopes for an upgraded S Pen.

When Samsung removed Bluetooth support, Galaxy S25 Ultra buyers criticized the move and asked if it’s a start of the complete removal of the S Pen in the following year(s).

S Pen faced two massive shifts in 2025, and 2026 looks no different. The Galaxy S26 Ultra still lacks S Pen features seen in the S24 Ultra and previous models. Air Actions are the first victim of the lack of Bluetooth in the stylus.

Galaxy S26 Ultra has increased the curvature of its corners. Samsung also pushed the S Pen silo to the edge, making the upper button rounded on one side. It makes the S Pen vulnerable if it’s inserted incorrectly or by accident.

• Inserting S Pen in Galaxy S26 Ultra is trickier than the S25 Ultra

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Alongside the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, Samsung is rolling out an upgraded “New Galaxy AI Subscription Club.” It looks like a richer bundle, but it’s a more complex bet on how long you plan to hold onto your phone.

Galaxy S26 introduces enhanced AI Subscription Club

Samsung launched enhanced Galaxy AI Subscription Club ahead of the Galaxy S26 series debut. Now the headline change: a new 3-year tier priced at KRW 8,900 per month ($6.18). The existing 1-year and 2-year plans remain at KRW 6,900 per month ($4.79).

What you get for that higher monthly fee is Samsung Care+ Smartphone Loss & Damage coverage for 36 months, along with a 25 percent residual value guarantee if you return the device at the end, with loss coverage that is new at this tier.

The plan allows one loss claim per year with a 25 percent deductible. Damage claims are unlimited, with a 25 percent deductible. It also includes battery replacement, free repairs, and in-home service.

The new 3-year plan trades higher short-term value retention for longer protection against the worst-case scenario: losing the device entirely.

To qualify for the residual value payout, you must return the device within two months, including the final subscription month.

Subscribers get up to KRW 3,000,000 ($2,083.33) in compensation for cyber financial crimes such as phishing or smishing, with no deductible.

There is also up to KRW 500,000 ($347.22) in coverage for online direct transactions or shopping fraud, though here the deductible is 20 percent of the loss or KRW 100,000 ($69.44), whichever is greater.

Customers who enrolled in the 1-year plan with a Galaxy S25 and re-enroll after buying a new Galaxy device will receive three months of free subscription fees, plus one year of Samsung Fire & Marine 365 Travel Insurance.

Samsung Electronics Korea VP Jung Ho-jin commented:

“The renewed New Galaxy AI Subscription Club has been designed to offer customers broader choices and wider coverage. We will continue to evolve our subscription services to meet changing smartphone usage patterns and customer needs.”

The original program, introduced last year, bundled a residual value guarantee of up to 50 percent, Samsung Care+ damage coverage, and accessory discounts. Samsung says 1 in 5 customers who bought flagship unlocked models signed up.

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New teaser drop – February 22

Samsung just dropped a new teaser, demonstrating how the Privacy Display on Galaxy S26 Ultra is a must-have feature on today’s smartphones.

Your phone screen should be your business. Get ready to upgrade to the next level of privacy. Can your phone do that?

Reserve your $30 credit for up to $930 in total savings during pre-order: https://t.co/dTlilFNoHy pic.twitter.com/uuPazVPDnb

— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) February 22, 2026

Original article – February 14

Samsung has confirmed that the Galaxy S26 series will launch on 25 February 2026. Ahead of the official release, the company has shared a new teaser video revealing an interesting feature – Privacy Display.

In the teaser, Samsung shows how the new Privacy Display feature works. The Galaxy S26 series will include a special zero peeking mode. This means that when the feature is turned on, people sitting beside you will not be able to see what is on your phone screen.

The privacy display hides some of the pixels through a collaboration between the hardware and software. With a hidden side view, only the front user can view the on-screen content.

The Privacy Display feature works through a combination of hardware and software. It hides certain pixels on the screen in a smart way. When you look at the phone directly from the front, you can clearly see everything on the screen. However, if someone tries to look at your phone from the side, the screen appears dark or black. This helps protect your personal information in public places.

The teaser video shows three people sitting next to each other in a public place. The person in the middle is using her Galaxy S26 phone, while the two people sitting beside her can easily see her screen. She then turns on the Privacy Display feature.

For your eyes only. Get ready for the next level of privacy. Can your phone do that? #GalaxyAI

Reserve now: https://t.co/dTlilFNoHy pic.twitter.com/RvxAhKIXf1

— Samsung Mobile US (@SamsungMobileUS) February 14, 2026

Once it is activated, the side view of the screen becomes dark. The two people next to her can no longer see what is displayed. From their angle, the screen looks completely black, while the main user can still see everything clearly from the front.

Can your phone do that? No, as Samsung is going to release the Privacy Display feature with the Galaxy S26 series in February 2026. You can reserve for the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 now. Stay tuned.

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A fresh theory surrounding the next Galaxy S Ultra phone is gaining traction, and this one is rooted in optics rather than wishful thinking. Samsung may have equipped the Galaxy S26 Ultra periscope camera with ALoP technology.

According to analysis shared by @MyDaebakCafe on X, Samsung looks to have applied All Lenses on Prism (ALoP) technology to the Galaxy S26 Ultra periscope camera. If this holds true, it would mark a meaningful shift.

The claim is not coming out of thin air. It is based on macro-level visual inspection of the camera module. Specifically, how light appears to interact with the periscope structure beneath the cover glass.

Shape or tetraprism systems

In conventional folded zoom designs, light enters the module and hits the prism first. The prism then redirects the light sideways into a horizontal optical stack. The side effect is a visible “deep well” when you peer into the camera.

All Lenses on Prism

Instead of placing the prism at the top of the stack, Samsung’s ALoP design positions the lens elements directly on top of the prism. Light hits circular glass first, then travels through refractive curves before reaching the prism below.

The visual evidence suggests the S26 Ultra module shows circular lens elements sitting flush against the cover glass rather than buried in a rectangular cavity.

By stacking lenses above the prism, Samsung can shorten the overall module length. It also allows for larger apertures; a wider aperture means more light gathering and more light means brighter shots and cleaner zoom.

If the Galaxy S26 Ultra is indeed the first mainstream device to adopt it, Samsung seems to be pivoting toward a more refined periscope strategy after iterating through multiple zoom configurations.

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Privacy Display turns out to be the most intelligent feature crafted in recent years. Samsung is aggressively marketing the Privacy Display as a critical feature of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and a new leak just exposed its strongest mode.

A Dubai-based YouTuber has already bought the Galaxy S26 Ultra by paying almost double the retail cost. Samsung is set to reveal the new phones on February 25, but this pre-launch purchase has flooded the internet with early leaks.

Display settings in Galaxy S26 Ultra feature a Privacy display toggle. Next to it is a secondary mode entitled “Maximum privacy protection.” Switching it on launches the maximum on-screen content security on the device.

Privacy display toggles do the same work on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but if you want the strongest anti-peeping, you need to switch on “Maximum privacy protection,” via IceUniverse.

In a recent leak, we’ve seen the user interface and customizable options of the Privacy screen feature. The menu allows you to set up the feature to work when and how to function, along with specific app preferences.

Samsung is reportedly utilizing Flex Magic Pixel in the Galaxy S26 Ultra. The Privacy Display feature is backed by this technology alone. Its combination with software and artificial intelligence makes it a truly useful solution.

Galaxy S26 series reveal is scheduled for February 25 at a mega Unpacked event. Samsung is offering up to $900 savings upon trade-in. Reservation is free and enters you into a $5,000 giveaway in the United States.

• Samsung opens Galaxy S26 reservations with up to $900 in savings

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s first real-world AnTuTu, 3DMark, and Geekbench test results are already out, even before the official debut. The device is powered by an overclocked Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy chipset.

AnTuTu, 3DMark and Geekbench scores out

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra scored 3.72 million on AnTuTu, alongside 3,648 in Geekbench 6 single-core and 10,898 in multi-core testing. Source – Sahil Karoul

• You may like: Galaxy S26 Ultra breaks all internal performance records

In 3DMark Wild Life Extreme stress testing, the S26 Ultra posted 53.2 percent stability. Peak temperature on the S26 Ultra reportedly reached 44 degrees Celsius during testing.

For context, the S25 Ultra balanced closer to 70 percent under similar conditions.

he data suggests a meaningful jump over the Galaxy S25 Ultra, especially in multi-core throughput. CPU gains look healthy, and GPU performance also appears strong.

A 3.72 million AnTuTu score is no small feat. The 53 percent stability figure looks less like a hardware limitation and more like unfinished optimization work. 3,648 points in single-core and 10,898 points in multi-core on Geekbench will even improve.

It is worth noting that this is a pre-launch device running non-final firmware.

Early Galaxy S24 and S25 units also showed uneven stability prior to release, only to improve noticeably with launch firmware and subsequent updates. With the official release expected on March 11, Samsung still has time to refine the software.

If Samsung tightens things up before release, the retail S26 Ultra could deliver not just record breaking peak numbers, but also the sustained performance fans actually care about.

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Samsung has increased the Galaxy S26 Ultra corner curvature, which ends up making S Pen insertion trickier than the S25 Ultra.

Days before Samsung’s February 25 Unpacked event in San Francisco, YouTuber Sahil Karoul posted hands-on footage of what he claims is a Galaxy S26 Ultra, which shows S Pen insertion has become a bit tricky.

The video shows Karoul correcting an earlier mistake: the stylus must be inserted tip-down, with precision. The dramatically rounded bottom corners reject anything less, a cost of the design overhaul.

On the Galaxy S25 Ultra, the slot was forgiving. Users could slide the S Pen in from either orientation without thinking. Muscle memory handled the rest, with the S26 Ultra appearing far less tolerant.

A stylus that demands careful alignment risks becoming an ergonomic headache. Notably, the design shift came before rumors that the S27 Ultra could ditch a stylus compartment.

It seems the design change in S26 Ultra is aimed at turning the S Pen into a headache, leading buyers to wish for its departure from the following year’s flagship smartphone.

The same source also exposed the Privacy Display feature in action. The screen turns completely dim from the side angle, restricting exposure to others in crowded places.

• First real look at Galaxy S26 Ultra Privacy Display

Samsung is set to reveal the Galaxy S26 series on February 25. Reservations are already live, securing you a $30 free credit, up to $900 trade-in savings and entry into a $5,000 giveaway.

• $30 Samsung Credit: Have you reserved Galaxy S26?

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Samsung will launch the Galaxy S26 series on Wednesday, but someone has already bought the S26 Ultra and revealed its biggest feature that the phone maker wanted to keep secret until the unveiling event.

A YouTuber Sahil Karoul managed to buy a Galaxy S26 Ultra unit early in Dubai. And it’s not a stolen phone, Sahil was handed over the S26 Ultra by a person from a Samsung shop. He then revealed the phone from all angles and compared it to other devices, including its predecessor.

Among his pre-launch revelations was the new privacy display. Samsung has been teasing this new feature since the day one of the Unpacked event announcement, but it’s no longer a secret.

According to the video, the feature dims the view from all sides. That said, the on-screen content becomes less or almost darkened and hard to see for a person who’s looking from the side. However, that depends on the angle of the sideview.

This feature will be a part of the display settings, and a live demonstration has showcased how effective it is in real-world scenarios. This flagship offers a new display privacy without disturbing the user experience.

Besides this secret feature, the Galaxy S26 Ultra also has a larger corner radius than the last generation, which enhances its overall look and makes it more rounded.

This is a major pre-launch leak that Samsung may not have been expecting to come out days before the Unpacked event. Now that the cat is out of the bag, we’re waiting for some other interesting features that Samsung will bring to the stage at the Unpacked event.

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Samsung recently gave us a sneak peek at the Galaxy S26 Ultra, and one feature in particular, Privacy Display, is already turning heads.

In a short video shared on Samsung’s official US X account, the company showed a situation we have all been in: a woman is sitting on a crowded bus or train, trying to read something private. When the person next to her starts nosing around, she switches on Privacy Display mode.

Like a magic trick, the screen instantly goes black for anyone looking from the side, while staying clear for her. It’s a clever solution for “shoulder surfers” who can’t mind their own business in public.

This isn’t just a simple trick. The tech uses advanced OLED pixels to block the view from certain angles. It’s smart enough to hide your entire screen or just specific parts, like a private text or a sensitive notification.

Interestingly, shortly after the buzz started, the teaser video disappeared. If you try to find the post now, X just says “this page doesn’t exist.” Samsung hasn’t given an explanation or a warning; they simply removed it from X’s timeline.

READ MORE: Samsung One UI 9 early leaks: Everything leaked so far

While you can still see a “next-level privacy” headline on its official website, the specific video clip is gone. There’s possiblity that Samsung pulled it to fix a minor detail or simply to hype the big announcement.

Even without the video, the specs for the Galaxy S26 Ultra look impressive: you get a huge 6.9-inch display, the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, a massive 200MP main sensor for ultra-clear photos, and a 5,000mAh battery with fast-charging support. You will also get storage options up to 1TB.

Samsung is set to unveil the full lineup on February 25, 2026. Whether the video removal was a mistake or a marketing tactic, it definitely has people talking.

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A week before Samsung is scheduled to take the stage on February 25, a Galaxy S26 Ultra has surfaced in the most unlikely way possible: real-live hands-on leak.

The device shown on camera appears fully retail-ready. More importantly, it offers a clear look at how Samsung’s latest design looks against the S25 Ultra, Vivo X300, Oppo Find X9 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Credit – KaroulSahil

Placed side by side, the S26 Ultra appears as an evolution rather than a redesign. Compared to the S25 Ultra, the new S26 Ultra introduces a little more rounded corners, a bigger selfie snapper cutout, and a prominent camera island.

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• Here’s your first real look at Galaxy S26 Ultra Privacy Display

Galaxy S26 Ultra leak against its Apple, Oppo and Vivo alternatives

The Vivo X300, positioned to the left in the image, embraces a large circular camera module. Next to it, the Oppo Find X9 Pro uses a rectangular island with rounded edges. Then there is the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Apple continues with its square camera plateau, housing three large lenses in a triangular arrangement. Vivo adopts a large circular camera module, which dominates the upper third of the phone. Oppo flagship features a rectangular island with rounded edges, with sensors grouped into a unified plate.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra, in contrast, avoids a camera island altogether. The individual lens rings preserve a flatter back surface outside the lens area.

Viewed edge-on, the S26 Ultra appears marginally slimmer than the Vivo X300 and roughly comparable to the Oppo Find X9 Pro. iPhone 17 Pro Max remains the most squared off of the group; its rails are thick and rigid.

With Unpacked just days away, this early hands-on gives us a rare pre-launch comparison.

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Privacy Display is the signature feature of Galaxy S26 Ultra, which has just revealed in real life. A retail store in Dubai is already selling the latest flagships, opening a door to massive leaks days before the official unveiling.

This is not a concept demo, nor a press render.

It is a retail unit, running production software, with the privacy feature toggled on and off in real time. The video (via KaroulSahil) shows the holder seeing a clear UI, while the side angle looks almost completely blank.

The effect appears to be digitally toggled, not permanently baked in like traditional privacy protectors. It gives Samsung a wide edge over Apple as it has not integrated hardware-level privacy filtering into its iPhones.

Based on early teasers and what we are seeing in the leak, Samsung is layering intelligence on top of the panel:

• Auto Privacy
• Selective masking
• App-specific triggers

Samsung began the Galaxy S26 Ultra teasers with Privacy Display alone. Later teaser doubled down on this technology. The feature is backed by Flex Magic Pixel, and the company internally calls it Zero-Peeking Privacy.

The South Korean tech giant has integrated a switchable optical layer directly into the panel stack. It’s said that when the privacy mode is off, you get full color accuracy and the panel’s full brightness.

Long-term durability, impact on power consumption, and real-world edge cases remain unknown. However, the implementation looks far more refined than any stick-on solution fans have tested over the past decade.

February 25 is when Samsung will put the Galaxy S26 Ultra on stage and explain this on its own terms.

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Samsung has been a leader in mobile display for over a decade, and the Galaxy S26 series will renew this leadership with a new technology. The company will introduce this new smartphone lineup on February 25 with a feature called privacy display.

This tech will make the user experience more secure thanks to its pixel-level privacy. Once enabled, the display can hide pixels from the side view. It is designed for users who want to use their phones in public without worrying about someone peaking into their screen.

However, the privacy display won’t be limited to simple on-off switches. Samsung will allow you to customize its user experience, such as enabling privacy display on certain apps, such as the Gallery or a chat app.

According to the information, you can hide the notifications area and the picture-in-picture as well. This approach makes the feature more personalized and user-centric.

This tech will revolutionize the way users use their phones. For example, if you prioritize your privacy, you don’t need to tilt your phone in either direction. Instead, you just need to switch it on, and it will do the job. While we are yet to test the real-life experience, this will be the first time that a smartphone will bring such advanced technology.

For the past five years, Samsung has been criticised for not innovating with its smartphones, but the company said it has been preparing this tech during that void of innovation. Based on the official details, Privacy Display uses a combination of hardware and software to hide on-screen content from side views.

Besides, we’ll see a full-blown demo and the key behind this tech development at Unpacked February 2026, when Samsung will unleash the Galaxy S26 series and start a new era of mobile display.

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Last year, Samsung introduced its latest flagships, including the Galaxy S25 Edge, featuring a slim form factor that awed and disappointed at the same time.

Over the past decade, smartphones have emphasized the display size, especially the flagship phones such as the Galaxy Ultra. The two things that remain consistent in these flagships are their sheer width and heavy weight.

After launching the screen sizes for different hand sizes, Samsung started focusing on reducing the width and the thickness. That’s where the Galaxy S25 Edge device kicks in. At the first Unpacked event of 2025, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S25 series, including the Standard, Plus, and Ultra. By the end of the event, a new phone teaser appeared out of nowhere for the Galaxy S25 Edge.

The phone debuted in May with only a 5.8mm thin design, and weighs only 163 grams, taking the slim form factor to the next level. It offered high-end features such as a 200MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera alongside a 12MP selfie camera.

The display was 6.7-inch, it equipped a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a titanium design, and was protected with an IP68 rating. However, its biggest flaw was the 3,900mAh battery, which goes below the standard S25, offering a 4000mAh battery with an extra camera.

Many of the industry observers noted the low-battery capacity, which may not be a big issue, but the price tag of $1,099 raised eyebrows due to the most noteworthy sacrifices.

The initial response to the device was commendable; customers were buying the phones in Korea, but its sales in the global market remained mild. This short-lived fame turned into major despair as Korean media flagged the sales as “underwhelming”.

The arrival of S25 Edge was seen as a possible candidate to replace the Plus and make a place in the S26 series. However, the poor sales performance has made the company stay away from such thoughts.

Stock is running out

Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 Edge is nearing out of stock on the official website in the U.S. Only one color from the 256GB and 512Gb version is available to order. You may still similar situation on carier locked models, and Amazon is no longer shipping this phone anywhere in the U.S. either.

As we approach the next-gen S-series, the Galaxy S25 Edge is finally seeing Samsung’s back turn against it, and it’s for the good. Maybe Samsung has plans to introduce a successor in May or June this year, just like last year. We’ll keep you posted.

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The existing Galaxy S25 series phones are running out of stock one by one. So, you’d better hurry if you want to grab one unit for yourself, especially the standard Galaxy S25.

The development comes as Samsung is about introduce the Galaxy S26 series, which will represent its flagship segment until the next S-series launch. So, the phone maker is farewelling the existing stock in the usual way, by not restocking any at all.

The out-of-stock trend is hitting the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus. Among these, the standard S25 is seeing a heavy interest right before Unpacked February 2026. The unlocked model is no longer available in certain U.S. states on Amazon, while some states only have used models.

So, the only place left to buy the standard S25 is the Samsung shop, but that place also requires people to rush. As of the time of sharing this information, Samsung is selling the unlocked Galaxy S25 in only three colors: Coralred, Pinkgold, and Navy for the 256GB version. On the other hand, you can only fetch two online-exclusive colors of the 512GB version.

On the other hand, the stock remains active for the Galaxy S25+ and the S25 Ultra. To be mentioned, the company hasn’t discounted the standard model from $799. Its outgoing might be the result of the upcoming price increase rumors; nothing is certain for the time being.

Unlike the U.S., this might not be the situation with other key markets such as Germany and India.

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra brings no change in battery compared to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, and newly leaked promo material signals no significant development in the charging aspect, despite the rumored 60W upgrade.

Fresh promo material leaked by @ya_sking12767 gives us an early look at the Galaxy S26 Ultra ahead of its expected February 25 launch. The headline feature everyone wanted to see? Faster charging. Maybe even a bigger battery.

Battery

If you were hoping for a massive upgrade, you might want to lower your expectations. Yes, there is talk of 60W charging. No, the battery is not bigger, and the leaked 30-minute charging figure tells a story that users will recognize.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra launched with a 5,000mAh battery. The Galaxy S26 Ultra, based on leaked materials, keeps the exact same capacity. From a hardware perspective, 5,000mAh is mature and safe, but it’s unexciting.

Charging

Rumors have pointed to a jump from 45W to 60W wired charging on the S26 Ultra. But the leaked promo slide says 75 percent in 30 minutes, which is exactly what Samsung advertised for the S25 Ultra with 45W charging.

If those numbers are accurate, then in real-world use, we are looking at the same charging curve. Peak wattage does not equal sustained wattage, as mobile devices rarely pull max power for the entire session.

Unless the South Korean tech giant has improved efficiency in the final 0 to 100 stretch or optimized thermal management to maintain higher speeds longer, the practical battery charging gain could be negligible.

Verdict

• Battery capacity: unchanged at 5,000mAh.
• 30-minute charging: unchanged at 75 percent.
• Rumored peak wattage: possibly higher at 60W.

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You are quite familiar with the OK Google and Hey Google hotwords to trigger Google Assistant and Gemini. It started with Google Assistant and was retained in Gemini, despite a major technological shift. Now, Samsung devices are set to get a second hotword called Hey Plex, and it will summon Bixby-powered Perplexity.

Samsung today announced Perplexity as a second AI agent on Galaxy devices, starting with the Galaxy S26 series. The upcoming flagships will bring an upgraded Bixby that relies on Perplexity for real-time web search.

Galaxy phones offer two easy ways to launch a virtual assistant. Either you press and hold the side key or call the Hey Plex hotword. Both actions result in the same outcome; the preferred assistant will come into effect on the fly.

Users will be able to access Perplexity through a dedicated voice wake phrase, “Hey Plex,” or via quick-access controls such as pressing and holding the side button, making contextual assistance easy to reach when needed.

The new voice wake phrase is inspired by the name of the AI assistant and is easy to remember and pronounce. Calling Hey Plex will summon Bixby, and it will be ready for a web search to gather results from the internet.

Samsung says the new Bixby is deeply embedded across select apps, including Samsung Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder, and Calendar, as well as select third-party apps. Perplexity’s AI agent enables smoother, multi-step workflows.

Pay attention, Samsung recently rolled out the new Bixby with Perplexity AI to Galaxy S25 series. Users who are running the One UI 8.5 Beta can access the new assistant. Hey Plex is expected to be provided as well through app updates.

Hey Google will remain available on Samsung phones.

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Today, Samsung officially announced a partnership with Perplexity, one of the leading AI companies, to feature it as a second AI agent for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series.

This AI service will be a part of the feature expansion for the next-gen lineup, allowing users to get a personalized user experience, such as waking up Perplexxity with a dedicated phrase, “Hey Plexy”. It is confirmed that Perplexity is coming to the side button access. For example, pressing and holding the power button will launch Perplexity just like Gemini.

It suggests that the Perplexity app might come pre-installed with the Galaxy S26 series. Therafter, phones will be able to access their additional features out of the box. The recent rollout of One UI 8.5 beta 5 shows that Perplexity is now powering the Bixby AI assistant. On top of that, the company has made a big overhaul to this home-grown AI assistant’s UI and intelligence.

Hands-on experience reveals that the answers now show results curated by Perplexity. So, there’s a possibility that the phone maker may not directly launch Perplexity voice agent; instead, it will have to be redirected through Bixby, as we’ve seen in the latest One UI beta. Users can now assign Bixby to the power button and launch it with a press-and-hold action.

On a further note, Perplexity will have app-level access for all system aps including Notes, Clock, Gallery, Reminder, Calendar, as well as third-party apps. For example, it can now draft an email, which is ready to be sent. You can find the nearby restaurant and more.

What will happen to Gemini?

No, Samsung said that Gemini will still be the frontrunner of the show, and it will pursue a partnership with Google to offer more features with the upcoming devices. The explanation behind this dual partnership is that the company wants to offer multiple AI agents to the users to improve their experience.

More information about the Samsung and Perplexity AI partnership will be revealed at the Unpacked event on February 25.

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The Galaxy S26 series is already creating a lot of excitement online as Samsung will launch the new flagship phones on February 25, 2026. Ahead of the official launch, several promo posters and teasers have appeared, which give fans a glimpse of what to expect. Now, a new leak has revealed how the retail box of the Galaxy S26 Ultra looks.

A well-known tipster, @Alfaturk, shared an image of the Galaxy S26 Ultra box. The design looks clean and simple. It follows a similar style to last year’s Samsung Galaxy S25 series packaging. However, there are a few small changes this time.

The front side of the box shows a silhouette of the phone. But instead of showing the full outline of the device, it mainly highlights the upper camera module area. This suggests that Samsung wants to focus on the upgraded camera design. 

Also, we can see a minor change in the placement of the device name. The name “Galaxy S26 Ultra” is now printed at the top of the box, while last year the name appeared at the bottom. This gives the packaging a slightly fresh look compared to previous models.

Aside from the design of the box, the leaked image does not reveal much else about the phone. However, earlier promo images have already hinted at better camera features, faster processor performance, improved battery life, and new color options.

With the launch date getting closer, more details about the Galaxy S26 Ultra are expected soon. Stay tuned.

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