Samsung Galaxy S26: Your Ultimate Guide to 2026’s Flagship Phones

The Samsung Galaxy S26 range is now official, featuring the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra. All models boast a minimum of 256GB storage, with selective upgrades and a new Privacy Display exclusive to the S26 Ultra.

The Galaxy S26 series brings a handful of changes, including a larger battery, faster charging speeds, and a new Exynos 2600 chipset. The S26 Ultra also features a world-first Privacy Display, which can block out segments of the screen to prevent others from viewing sensitive information.

In terms of design, the new phones have a raised camera bar on the back, similar to the iPhone 17 Pro. The Galaxy S26 range also comes with OneUI 8.5, which offers aesthetic changes and helpful features to improve everyday usability.

The Samsung Galaxy S26 range is set to launch on 11 March, with pre-orders now live. Prices start at £879 for the standard Galaxy S26, £1,099 for the S26+, and £1,279 for the S26 Ultra.

With the new Galaxy S26 series, Samsung aims to provide a compelling case for new adopters, especially those upgrading from older devices like the Samsung Galaxy S23 or below.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Privacy Display is a significant feature, allowing users to customise the display to block out certain sections while leaving the rest of the screen intact.

In addition to the Privacy Display, the S26 Ultra also features faster charging speeds, with 60W wired charging and 25W wireless charging.

The Galaxy S26 series also sees improvements in camera technology, with the S26 Ultra featuring a 200MP main camera, a 50MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultrawide lens.

With the launch of the Galaxy S26 series, Samsung is offering pre-order deals, including double the storage at no extra cost and trade-in offers for a limited time.

The Galaxy S26 range is available in various colours, including Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, and Pink Gold.