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Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB - Black (AT&T)
Average customer rating
4.8
(11,224 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 11,224 reviews
5 Stars
9,845
4 Stars
1,109
3 Stars
166
2 Stars
40
1 Star
64
64%of customers recommend this product.
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111)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB - Black (AT&T)
Customer Rating
3
A Masterclass in Regression.
on April 25, 2026
Posted by: BobBush
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve pre-ordered many flagships, but this S26 Ultra is my last. It’s fast with great battery efficiency. I cap health at 80% with two daily 15-minute top-offs. I’m running the 512GB model—a forced compromise because Samsung failed to properly advertise the 1TB option.
As a field service engineer, I rely on the S-Pen for signatures. The pixel density mimics real ink beautifully, down to micro-dot precision. I appreciate the pen sticking out slightly for easy case ejection, but the magic is dead. No Bluetooth, no controls, and single-direction insertion. Frankly, the S-View case was Samsung's last actual look-at-me innovation. Random ppl said "nice phone".
The dealbreaker is the display. An engineer sacrificed visibility for a niche "privacy" screen and should simply be fired. With polarized sunglasses in the sun, it's completely useless. The glass reflects a harsh, kaleidoscopic starfield that obscures everything. Useless in Hawaiian sun or on the water. Even night dimming has regressed to a washed-out gray-white. I worry more about corporate metadata scraping than screen-peeking strangers.
Galaxy ai? I use Google.
Video stabilization is the only feature worth showing off, but the camera housing cripples ergonomics. We shouldn't have to choose between the S25 Ultra's readable screen and the S26 Ultra's bulky camera and invisible display. All they had to do was keep it amazingly bright.
Can't add pics here b/c Samsung caps pic size at 10mb on reviews!
Care+ = joke.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 27, 2026
Hello BobBush, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to share your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We understand how disappointing it can be when you have a new device that is not meeting your expectations. We would love to help you have the best possible experience with your device. We have provided a links to articles to help you with the redesigned S Pen features available on your device, and the features of Galaxy AI you may want to integrate in to your usage. We have also shared a link to the complete manual for your device to help you with the different setting options for the Privacy Display to help you have this setting only enable for specific apps or notifications to have the brightness when desired, and Privacy when required. Lastly, we have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if you have questions about your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
Use the S Pen with Galaxy S26 Ultra
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10010344/
Galaxy S26 AI Experience
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Customer Rating
5
The features are amazing
on May 7, 2026
Posted by: HaPpYgOlUcKy
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The new Galaxy AI for this phone is so cool. I was on my way to Walmart. My 7 year old daughter was with me and she asked the AI to tell her a story and it did it was so cute. I am blown away at the technology.
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, May 7, 2026
Hey there HaPpYgOlUcKy, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We couldn't be happier to hear that you are finding your new device to be amazing for your usage, and that you have found fun and interesting ways to use Galaxy AI. We have shared a link to the Samsung Support Team for your convenience if you have questions about your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
Phone of the year!
on March 11, 2026
Posted by: Dav9Ol
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is easily the most powerful and useful smartphone I’ve owned. As someone who works heavily with data and photography and relies on technology for both work and everyday life, this device is a game changer!
One feature I use constantly is Galaxy AI. During my workday, I often review long emails and technical reports, and Galaxy AI helps summarize content quickly so I can focus on the key points. It’s also extremely helpful for improving written responses when communicating with colleagues.
For photography, this phone is incredibly useful when scouting locations or capturing quick shots when I don’t have my full camera gear with me. The detail in the photos is impressive, and the horizontal lock when recording action videos is superb. I also use the Galaxy AI photo editing tools to quickly clean up images and remove distractions before sharing them on social media.
The privacy display is magnificent! Now I can open my wife's text in public haha.
For photography, this phone is incredibly useful when scouting locations or capturing quick shots when I don’t have my full camera gear with me. The detail in the photos is impressive, and the horizontal lock when recording action videos is superb. I also use the Galaxy AI photo editing tools to quickly clean up images and remove distractions before sharing them on social media.
The privacy display is magnificent! Now I can open my wife's text in public haha.
I could go on, but this phone is powerful and versatile, and in my opinion, the best smartphone in the world right now.
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 11, 2026
Hi there Dav9OI, thank you for taking time out of your day to share your experience of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We are thrilled to hear that you are finding this new device to be the most powerful device you have used, with so many amazing features and capabilities that help you with a number of daily tasks. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team. These experts can assist you if any questions come up as you continue using your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
3
Removed Camera Shutter feature on SPen
on April 3, 2026
Posted by: Joicall
I have been buying Samsung for years now. I can't wrap my head around the idea that someone thought it was a good idea to remove the SPen camera shutter feature on its newest Samsung Ultra 26.
Design
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 3, 2026
Hi there Joicall, thank you for sharing your experience of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We understand how disappointing it can be when features you have used in the past with your device have been changed in some way. We have provided a link to the complete manual to assist you with the hand gestures and voice commands you can use with your device for the remote control of your camera. We have also shared a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you further if you have questions as you continue using your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
1
Not worth the upgrade, should have waited.
on March 13, 2026
Posted by: Hajro
from Davenport, IA
I upgraded from S23 Ultra. I wish I waited. The battery life on the 26 Ultra is same. I'm still charging my phone 3 times a day. Performance wise, I didn't notice any change, it's still overheating from back. Even as I'm writing this review the phone is getting hot. Camera and display are good. Durability so far is good. Overall I should have waited.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
3
Performance
1
Design
4
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 13, 2026
Hello Hajro, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We know how distressing it can be when your device is not operating as intended or expected. We have provided links to articles to help you troubleshoot the temperature and maximize the battery life of your device. We have also provided a link to the complete manual and Samsung Support Team to help you discover the full capabilities of your device, and answer any questions you may have about your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
Keep your Galaxy device at its normal operating temperature
https://www.samsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS00076952/
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Customer Rating
1
Fingerprint sensor is the worst
on April 28, 2026
Posted by: Phillyphan75
from Wasilla, AK
The fingerprint sensor is so bad on this phone it literally makes me want to throw the phone in the trash. I've been using and loved Samsung phones for over ten years but this issue has me looking at other phones. I can only hope Samsung is taking this issue seriously and can push a software update out to fix it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
1
Performance
1
Design
1
Value
1
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 29, 2026
Hi there Phillyphan75, thank you for sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We know how important it is to be able to unlock your device with ease when needed. We have provided a link to a troubleshooting guide to help you work towards a resolution for this experience. We have also provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to offer additional assistance if this experience continues, or you have questions as you continue using your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
3
Bluetooth
on March 20, 2026
Posted by: Connect2me
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] There is a limit to how many Bluetooth devices you could connect to the phone. I wish it could handle more than 3 at once. If you have more than 3 devices connected to the Bluetooth, whichever device you connected last gets knocked off.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 21, 2026
Hi Connect2me, we appreciate your feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We know how disappointing it can be when your device is not operating as intended or expected. We have provided a link to a troubleshooting guide to help you with the Bluetooth connection staying connected. We have also provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to offer additional assistance if this experience continues with your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
2
Not necessarily an upgrade
on April 3, 2026
Posted by: G Pollet
Should have stayed with my S25 Ultra!
I feel misled over the so calked10bit display.
Privacy screen, not so private.
Samsung has forced their customers to use Google messaging, which sucks, I Hate it!
MAKE SAMSUNG MESSAGES COMPATIBLE!
Went from titanium to aluminum frame.
I feel misled over the so calked10bit display.
Privacy screen, not so private.
Samsung has forced their customers to use Google messaging, which sucks, I Hate it!
MAKE SAMSUNG MESSAGES COMPATIBLE!
Went from titanium to aluminum frame.
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 6, 2026
Hello G Pollet, we appreciate you sharing your experience of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We understand how frustrating it can be when your new device is not meeting your expectations in appearance or features. We would love to help you adjust the settings of your device to your preferences for the best possbile experience with your new phone. We have provided a link to the complete manual for your device that highlights the different settings options for the new Privacy Display that has a more intense setting, as well as the ability to adjust to only enable for specific apps or notifications to help you get the brightness you may be seeking along with the privacy you need at times. This can also help you adjust the messaging settings to best align to your usage preferences. Lastly, we have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you any time you have questions about your new device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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