Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S26 Ultra on February 25, 2026 at its Unpacked event in San Francisco. Indian customers can pre-order starting February 26, with global sales beginning in early March 2026.
Pricing and Availability
The S26 Ultra starts at Rs.1,29,999 in India—Rs.5,000 more than the S25 Ultra. Samsung offers exchange deals and EMI payment options. Early buyers should note that stock may be limited during the pre-order period.
Key Upgrades
Performance: The phone runs on the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip built on advanced 2nm technology. It comes with up to 16GB RAM and 1TB storage, plus an advanced cooling system for heavy use.
Battery: A major improvement—6,500 to 8,000mAh capacity compared to the S25’s 5,500mAh. It supports 60W fast charging and 30W wireless charging.
Display: Features a larger 6.9-inch AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate and impressive 3,000 nits peak brightness for excellent outdoor visibility. The display has QHD+ resolution with HDR10+ support and Gorilla Glass Victus 3 protection.
Camera: The 200MP main camera now pairs with a 50MP ultra-wide lens and 10MP periscope telephoto (10x optical zoom). The front camera upgrades to 32MP. AI enhancements improve low-light photography, portraits, and astrophotography. Video recording reaches 8K at 60fps.
Software: Ships with Android 16 and One UI 8.0, featuring enhanced Galaxy AI tools, improved privacy controls with real-time threat detection, and better cross-device connectivity. The S-Pen gets lower latency and new creative features.
Design
Expect premium materials in Phantom Black, Titanium Gray, Emerald Green, and Burgundy Red. Samsung promises better ergonomics with refined contours, slimmer bezels, and improved grip.
Worth Considering
The larger battery may make the device heavier. Competition from Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro Max and Google Pixel 10 Pro will be fierce in the premium segment.
The S26 Ultra brings meaningful upgrades in battery life, camera capabilities, and processing power, making it a solid choice for those seeking a flagship Android experience.