Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Introduces Privacy Display and Performance Enhancements
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra debuts with a Privacy Display, upgraded processor, and faster charging, maintaining its $1,300 price point.
Samsung has unveiled the Galaxy S26 Ultra, the latest addition to its flagship lineup, featuring a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 3,120 by 1,440 pixels and a 1 to 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. A standout feature is the new Privacy Display, which restricts side-angle visibility to protect sensitive information. Users can customize this feature for specific apps or notifications.
The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, offering a 19% increase in CPU performance, a 24% boost in GPU capabilities, and a 39% improvement in NPU performance compared to its predecessor. It comes with 12GB of RAM for the 256GB and 512GB storage options, and 16GB of RAM for the 1TB variant. The S26 Ultra supports Super Fast Charging 3.0, achieving up to 75% charge in approximately 30 minutes.
In terms of design, the S26 Ultra measures 6.44 by 3.07 by 0.31 inches and weighs 214 grams. It features an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass Armor 2 for enhanced durability. The camera system includes a 200-megapixel wide lens, a 50-megapixel ultrawide lens, a 10-megapixel 3x telephoto lens, and a 50-megapixel 5x telephoto lens, with larger apertures for improved low-light photography. The front-facing camera is 12 megapixels.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced at $1,300, consistent with previous Ultra models, and is available in multiple color options, including Silver Shadow, Pink Gold, Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, and White.