Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 1TB - Black (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(13,383 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 13,383 reviews
5 Stars
11,686
4 Stars
1,350
3 Stars
208
2 Stars
55
1 Star
84
65%of customers recommend this product.
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92 out of
142)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 1TB - Black (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
Galaxy S26 Ultra
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: NaNa12
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm absolutely loving the purple S26 ultra. The privacy feature is amazing, I love the emoji animations. The AI features are really nice and helpful I am new to AI so I have to play around with it more to learn it, so that I can get the best out of AI. Overall I love the design of the phone. The cameras are always amazing I can't wait to take some pictures of the moon and playing with the settings in the camera. I've patiently waited for the pre-order & now it's in my hand.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Beyond the Spec Sheet: Why Raw Power Isn’t the Ful
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: ClosRod
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] After spending some time with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, it’s clear that Samsung decided to focus on hardware "quality of life" improvements rather than just chasing AI hype. If you are coming from an older device or even weighing it against the S25 Ultra, here is how it actually feels in the hand.
The biggest physical change is the move back to a high-grade aluminum frame from titanium. While titanium was the trend for a couple of years, this new aluminum build feels incredibly dense and premium, contributing to a lighter overall weight (214g). The rounded corners make a world of difference for comfort; it no longer digs into your palm during long sessions.
While the megapixel count stays at 200MP, the f/1.4 aperture on the main lens is the real hero. It pulls in nearly 50% more light than last year.
Night Shots: Grain is virtually non-existent now.
Horizon Lock: The new stabilization for video is "gimbal-tier" stable. You can practically shake the phone, and the footage remains level.
The biggest physical change is the move back to a high-grade aluminum frame from titanium. While titanium was the trend for a couple of years, this new aluminum build feels incredibly dense and premium, contributing to a lighter overall weight (214g). The rounded corners make a world of difference for comfort; it no longer digs into your palm during long sessions.
While the megapixel count stays at 200MP, the f/1.4 aperture on the main lens is the real hero. It pulls in nearly 50% more light than last year.
Night Shots: Grain is virtually non-existent now.
Horizon Lock: The new stabilization for video is "gimbal-tier" stable. You can practically shake the phone, and the footage remains level.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
S26 ultra love it
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Jaylove
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This device is seriously impressive! It's incredibly speedy, and I'm blown away by how smart it is. Everything I throw at it, it handles with ease. Honestly, it's made my daily tasks so much smoother. I'm really happy with this purchase!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I personally had the s23 ultra then upgraded thank
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: MADmano
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love personally everything about the s twenty six ultra.I really love how it can connect to the sixty watt chargers and be perfectly fine.It won't blow the battery or anything.Then, you got the powerful, a I assistance that help with pretty much everything like I can say.Google, sign me, or like, make sure to remind me of certain something.And it will remind me the next day, it's really good.I can also put date on it.There's multiple things I could do.And it's just really advanced in general.I also got the buds for the brand new ones.They're crazy good too
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Review: The Refined Power
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Galaxyuser10
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra marks a shift from chasing raw specs to perfecting "real-world" utility. At just 7.9mm thick, the move back to Armor Aluminum and rounded corners makes this the first "Ultra" that doesn't feel like a brick in your pocket. The Sky Blue matte finish is a standout, effectively hiding fingerprints during heavy daily use.
The headline feature is the 6.9-inch Privacy Display. With a toggle, it blacks out side-angle viewing-perfect for banking or browsing on a flight. While it adds a slight grain, the 3,000-nit brightness keeps things punchy. Under the hood, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 stays cool thanks to a massive new vapor chamber, and the jump to 60W charging finally gets you to 75% in about 30 minutes.
The camera remains a powerhouse, but the new 360-degree Horizon Lock is the real winner for video, keeping handheld shots perfectly level even if you're hiking or moving quickly.
This is how Galaxy AI has help me thus far. The software has evolved from "cool tricks" to a proactive assistant. Smart Nudge is a favorite; if a friend asks for photos from a trip, the Al surfaces a gallery suggestion in the notifications so I don't have to dig through my files.
For security, the AI now monitors calls for scam patterns, giving a haptic buzz if it detects a fraudulent script. Whether it's summarizing my emails into three bullet points or using Creative Studio for photo, the Al feels like it's finally working for me and it the other way around
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I upgrade every year
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Jcheema
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] New AI features are great. Upgrading from my s25 ultra.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
A lot of great features
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Sam1980
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Power: The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is a beast. Everything from 4K video rendering to heavy gaming feels instant. No lag, no stutter, just pure speed.
Low-Light Photography: The main 200MP sensor got a huge boost with the f/1.4 aperture. Night shots are now significantly brighter and sharper without looking "fake" or over-processed.
Privacy Screen: This is a sleeper hit. Being able to toggle the display so people next to me on the train can't see my emails is a privacy win I didn't know I needed.
Charging Speed: We finally moved past 45W! The new 60W charging gets me from 0 to 80% in about 35 minutes, which is a life-saver.
Low-Light Photography: The main 200MP sensor got a huge boost with the f/1.4 aperture. Night shots are now significantly brighter and sharper without looking "fake" or over-processed.
Privacy Screen: This is a sleeper hit. Being able to toggle the display so people next to me on the train can't see my emails is a privacy win I didn't know I needed.
Charging Speed: We finally moved past 45W! The new 60W charging gets me from 0 to 80% in about 35 minutes, which is a life-saver.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Amazing phone!
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: SamsungLover09
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I want to start off by mentioning that this new device is super slim and light. I ordered mine online and got an exclusive color which is better in person. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is super quick, and has amazing new features. Bixby, advanced AI and the privacy screen!! All in one.
I am in love with this new phone. !
I am in love with this new phone. !
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US