Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.7
(1,504 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,504 reviews
5 Stars
1,201
4 Stars
231
3 Stars
52
2 Stars
13
1 Star
7
82%of customers recommend this product.
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9 out of
11)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
The camera on this device is very impressive
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Cfarlez12
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Galaxy AI feature is great. I didn't think I would use it as much as I do. The camera for this phone is awesome. For this to be the standard version of the Galaxy phones, the camera exceeds my expectations. The quad speakers are great and the speed at which the phone operates is by far the best that I've ever experienced on a phone. This was purchased as my secondary phone but I use it more than my primary S21 Ultra. After using this device I will have to upgrade my S21 Ultra to the S26 Ultra for the upgrade in features and speed.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Nice speed
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Andersj1983
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So far this phone features an excellent amount of memory with the ability to use internal storage as flash memory has all the great features you would expect from Samsung and android overall very happy and pleased with my s26
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Absolutely amazing phone, MANY features!
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Drewski
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Out of this world AI integration and makes any work flow process smooth. Customizable to your way, your life and you're fully in control. Such detailed options and settings you can have this phone work and do anything you want! It helps and allows ideas to come to life, images and drawings become real, ect. If you want to make a movie and design characters? This let's you do it. Create an app? This allows. Or would u want to let AI tell and guide you on how to do something new or even handle the grocery shopping.. This phone can do it!
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, June 11, 2026
Hello Drewski, thank you for your feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26. We are thrilled to hear that you are loving your new device and finding it to far exceed your expectations with Galaxy AI. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to 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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Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Functions as intended but terrible camera location
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: MattsS26Review
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I needed a new phone to replace my 9 year old galaxy s8 edge. Considering that phone lasted me so long (and I still use it btw), I figured I'd stick with a brand that's been tried and proven. I don't really use this new s26 for much other than basic calling, and app browsing. I have no desire whatsoever to use the Galaxy AI. The battery life is very impressive but that's really all the good I have to say about it. The camera lens location is terrible (I think google phones do it the best) and makes wireless charging on the older style chargers nearly impossible without positioning this a certain way. The fact that this thing also has two Sim card slots, yet no removable storage is equally infuriating. I'm glad I got a decent deal on this but I'm seriously considering trading this in for the new Google pixel phone when it comes out.
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, June 12, 2026
Hi there MattsS26Review, we appreciate you sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 with us. We know how frustrating it can be when your new device is not meeting your expectations, and that there can be a substantial learning curve when upgrading after a period of time. We have provided a link to the complete manual for your device to help you fully discover the enhanced features and capabilities of your device, and align the settings to your preferences. We have also provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you with the wireless charging options, and options for storage expansion if you are in need. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
Great value for the money
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Johnny81L
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great device, the battery last more than a day, I can use Galaxy AI to erase and modify my photos to my desire.
It has plenty of space, I have the 512 GB version.
It has plenty of space, I have the 512 GB version.
Value
5
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Customer Rating
5
Rigid reliability.
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Michael
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My first Galaxy S26 remained running and usable. Even after being ran over by a car, it's reliability was refreshing. A rewarding the Galaxy AI. Picked up on the other functions that it lost. And just amazed me
I've always been a Galaxy fan.
And even the baseline s twenty six model, it's more than worth the money
I've always been a Galaxy fan.
And even the baseline s twenty six model, it's more than worth the money
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Helpful features
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Morethan4
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've started to use Ai on this device. It makes things easier but I'm still learning how to use all features.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Product has real features!
on June 11, 2026
Posted by: Destiny176
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Why I'm Actually Excited About the Galaxy S26
Look, I've had phones that promise the world and deliver... meh. But the S26's Galaxy AI actually does stuff I care about.
Real talk on what stands out:
Live Translate is a game-changer. My cousin in Italy calls, we just... talk. No awkward pauses, no "wait, what did you say?" It just works.
Circle to Search? I see something random on Instagram, circle it, done. No typing "blue jacket thing from that show" and hoping for the best.
Photo editing that doesn't make me want to throw my phone. Remove photobombers, move stuff around, fix lighting—without needing a design degree.
The camera just gets it. Dark restaurant? Moving kid? It handles the messy stuff so I don't have to think about settings.
Circle to Search? I see something random on Instagram, circle it, done. No typing "blue jacket thing from that show" and hoping for the best.
Photo editing that doesn't make me want to throw my phone. Remove photobombers, move stuff around, fix lighting—without needing a design degree.
The camera just gets it. Dark restaurant? Moving kid? It handles the messy stuff so I don't have to think about settings.
It's the first phone where the AI features feel like they were made for actual humans, not just demo videos.
Value
5
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