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Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet
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5 out of 5
5
(33 Reviews)
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
A Great Phone! Worth Buying👍👍👍👍👍
on March 9, 2026
Posted by: Robbiefu
from New Zealand
I’ve been using the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for a bit and honestly I really like it.
The design feels very premium. The phone looks clean and modern, and the big screen is great for watching videos or just browsing. It’s a large phone, but it still feels comfortable to hold.
The camera is probably my favorite part. Photos come out really sharp with a lot of detail, and the zoom is impressive. Even at night the pictures look bright and clear without much effort.
Performance is also excellent. Everything feels fast and smooth — apps open quickly, switching between apps is easy, and games run without any problems.
Overall, it just feels like a very complete phone. Great design, amazing camera, and super smooth performance. Definitely one of the best phones I’ve used. 👍
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great phone!
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: 742962
from New Zealand
I upgraded from an S24 Ultra and the difference even in the screen alone is amazing. The battery life is fantastic and the new features like the fixed camera is insane. The performance on it is crazy quick, but I'm unsure about the durability cause I find it pretty slippery so definitely worthwhile having a case on it I think.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
My thoughts coming from last year 25 Ultra
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: 831096
from New Zealand
My thoughts coming from last year 25 Ultra:
Almost same design where the cameras are growing taller and technically wider likely stretching out to make room for all that "AI magic."It’s wrapped in metal that feels like a total blast from the past. At least the new privacy display is a win; it’s the ultimate "mind your own business" tech for anyone tired of nosey screen surfers. Eager to find other hidden features.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
A New Standard For Smartphones
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: NazC
Are we really surprised? Samsung has done it again! Incredible battery life, impressive camera, powerful new really cool AI features and lets not forget the fascinating new innovative privacy screen feature! This device truly sets a new standard for smartphones!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Features
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: aaravk
From my experience with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, it’s a really solid upgrade. The performance is super quick, apps open instantly, and the camera quality surprised me the most. It’s a big phone, but the overall experience has been really good so far.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
10/10 Would Samsung Again
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: HonestUltraTake
from Auckland, New Zealand
I’ve been using the Samsung S26 Ultra and it’s been a great experience so far. The phone is easy to navigate, super smooth, and very stable in everyday use. Apps open quickly and multitasking feels seamless.
The camera quality is excellent, producing sharp photos with great colours in both daylight and low light. The screen is bright and clear, making videos and browsing really enjoyable. I also like the newer AI features that make things like photo editing and everyday tasks quicker and easier.
Overall, it’s a powerful, premium phone with excellent performance, great camera quality, and smart features that make it enjoyable to use every day.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great phone!
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: Samsung Lover 123
from New Zealand
Extremely fast and snappy processing with the new Snapdragon chip. Super easy to set up from my previous device (with a cable). Privacy display is the biggest innovation for any mobile device in quite some time. Love this phone!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Fantastic Features
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: Woldo
I got the phone the other week and have found it really good, I previously had an S25 Ultra and swapping over my photos, and contacts etc was super easy with SmartSwitch. I've also had a bit of a play around with the Horizon Lock feature and it's been quite crazy to see how stable the video is! Loving it so far!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung New Zealand
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