Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet
Average customer rating
4.9
(3,661 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 3,661 reviews
5 Stars
3,285
4 Stars
308
3 Stars
42
2 Stars
9
1 Star
17
68%of customers recommend this product.
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23 out of
34)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet
Customer Rating
5
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a powerhouse of re
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Lira0107
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra represents a massive leap in "Agentic AI." While the hardware is stunning—featuring the new Aero-Titanium frame and a 60W fast-charging battery—the real star is Galaxy AI.
Moving beyond simple photo edits, the S26 Ultra acts as a proactive assistant. It doesn't just wait for commands; it anticipates them. From auto-scheduling meetings found in your transcripts to Semantic Search 2.0, which finds files based on vague descriptions, the phone feels alive.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powers a Privacy Display that prevents shoulder-surfing, while the 200MP camera uses AI-ISP to reconstruct low-light textures perfectly. With a 150x Space Zoom that uses generative filling to sharpen long-distance shots, it’s a photographer’s dream. Samsung’s commitment to 8 years of updates ensures this AI powerhouse stays relevant well into the 2030s. It isn't just a phone; it's a pocket-sized coordinator.
Moving beyond simple photo edits, the S26 Ultra acts as a proactive assistant. It doesn't just wait for commands; it anticipates them. From auto-scheduling meetings found in your transcripts to Semantic Search 2.0, which finds files based on vague descriptions, the phone feels alive.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 powers a Privacy Display that prevents shoulder-surfing, while the 200MP camera uses AI-ISP to reconstruct low-light textures perfectly. With a 150x Space Zoom that uses generative filling to sharpen long-distance shots, it’s a photographer’s dream. Samsung’s commitment to 8 years of updates ensures this AI powerhouse stays relevant well into the 2030s. It isn't just a phone; it's a pocket-sized coordinator.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The new display features
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: David72
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I loved the privacy features of the display. I jumped from the S23 Ultra to the S26 Ultra and the truth was worth it.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy S25 ultra
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Coyote01
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don’t regret getting the S26 Ultra at all. The operating system feels very fast and smooth, and the overall experience has been great so far. I definitely love the camera—it takes excellent photos and has been one of my favorite features.
I also like the new Galaxy AI features and the overall design of the phone. The slightly larger size makes it more enjoyable to use, especially for watching videos or browsing.
Overall, I’m really happy with it. In my opinion, it’s one of the best phones available right now.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great first hour
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: elieeezer
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just setting up and checking out the new features for the first hour already has me super excited to use my phone over the next few days.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Long time Samsung user. Love the galaxy but....
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: JLGalaxy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My Galaxy phone is essential for everything from work and sports to movies, social media, and capturing memories! Galaxy AI and Gemini are so seamlessly integrated into my daily routine that I can't imagine life without them. They're incredibly useful, providing information much faster than traditional online searches and making event scheduling in Samsung Calendar a breeze with automatic additions. As an avid Samsung app user, I'm hoping to see these amazing AI features extend to Samsung Messages in the future. Beyond the AI, I absolutely love the phone's design (no case needed!) and the new privacy display is a game-changer! 🤩 #Galaxy #AI #Gemini #Samsung #Productivity #Technology #Innovation #Privacy
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The new features have me excited!
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: LaShae10
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I cant wait to have privacy at my fingertips. And the new Galaxy AI is a big bones as a business owner and help with marketing my company.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Love it. Great battery life
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Grimdex89
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Had music streaming and GPS running for 8 hours and was only down to 80% battery life
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Great upgrade from S22 Ultra, only 2 negatives
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: SixStringSlinger
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been holding out to upgrade my S22 Ultra for 4 years and finally thought the S26 Ultra would be the device to upgrade to.
This phone is mainly Pros. I love the privacy screen feature, and that you can set it to automatically turn on for specific apps, ie banking, health, etc. The overall ergonomics are much more comfortable in the hand than the sharp square edges of the S22 Ultra. I haven't explored all the Galaxy AI features yet, but do like the ability to screen your phone calls before the call connects, and that it provides you with a Text preview of the message natively in the phone app.
I only have 2 minor Cons. I don't love how far the camera lenses protrudes from the back of the phone. Even with a case it still doesn't lay flat on a table or even on non-mag safe wireless chargers. However I use a Spigen Tough Armor case with a kickstand so I usually don't lay it flat on the table. The other negative is the the S-pen. I was disappointed when Samsung removed the bluetooth function on the S25 Ultra and hoped to see it return. However, I really only used the Bluetooth S-pen as a camera shutter remote for photos, but can do the same thing from my Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. Also, the button head is radiused on the corner, and you can insert it backwards so the head of the S-pen protrudes if you're not paying attention. That'll sort out with use though.
Overall I'm very happy with this phone and will probably use it for another 4+ years before upgrading!
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US