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Samsung - Galaxy S26 512GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(366 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 366 reviews
5 Stars
298
4 Stars
54
3 Stars
10
2 Stars
3
1 Star
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 512GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
2
I wanted the size to be maintained or reduced.
on March 9, 2026
Posted by: ThisIsaPPPPEN
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Transferring from S24. I changed my phone before the rising memory costs were reflected in the price. Honestly, there haven't been any significant changes other than the increase in memory from 8GB to 12GB. I'm actually dissatisfied with the slightly larger size. If you attach a case to your phone, it becomes heavier, and if you attach a back accessory, it becomes even heavier. There's no doubt that this size increase has made it even more difficult to use in exchange for the battery, which hasn't increased by even 10%. There are countless options for larger models, so I'd like the next one to be smaller. While there shouldn't be any changes in camera performance, the lens has become larger compared to the S24. I like the design of the lens lined up vertically, but the addition of a camera bumper limits the back accessories. If it's this obstructive, there's no need for a camera bumper. The position of MagSafe is bad, and you can't attach MagSafe MOFT. The transcription and summarization of voice recorders using Galaxy AI are very useful, so I hope the s26 will improve its accuracy. For weight reduction, I hope not to have Magsafe on main unit will be maintained. Most people use cases. Just buy Magsafe case for those who needs it. The strength of the standard s series lies in its high-end "compactness," so I absolutely want it to maintain its compactness and lightness.
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 10, 2026
Hello ThisIsaPPPPEN, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26. We know it can take time to adjust to the changes in design made to your new device from your previous device and the change from the 6.2 inch display size to the 6.3 inch may feel different in your hand initally and be distracting or distressing. We have a range of accessory options to help you choose protection that best aligns to your needs and wants along with the magnet charging. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team if you have questions about accessory options or you are experiencing frustrations with your new phone. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
4
Samsung s26 galaxy AI
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: JP2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Just got my Samsung s26 galaxy AI setup was easy and faster than any of my previous phones! So far am very happy with it coming from the s22. Only complaint so far is some of the pre installed apps I can't uninstall or even disable. So far so good with it !!
Value
4
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Customer Rating
5
Great phone
on April 1, 2026
Posted by: Check74
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Galaxy AI is great. So helpful. This phone is great!
Value
5
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Customer Rating
5
Finally, the upgrade iv been waiting for
on March 6, 2026
Posted by: Fletchtech92
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been holding onto my Galaxy S22 for years, and while I loved the size, the battery anxiety was real. Switching to the S26 feels like a breath of fresh air.
The most immediate difference is the efficiency. Where my S22 would be begging for a charger by 4:00 PM, the S26 still has plenty of juice left when I'm headed to bed. It also stays remarkably cool; I haven't noticed any of the "pocket warming" issues I had with the older model during video calls or gaming.
Key Improvements I Noticed:
Display: The jump in peak brightness is huge. I can actually see my navigation maps in direct sunlight now.
Speed: Everything feels instantaneous. The 8GB/12GB RAM (depending on your model) makes multitasking feel fluid compared to the slight stutters I was starting to see on my old phone.
Cameras: The low-light performance is on another level. The "Nightography" has actually caught up to the hype—photos are sharp without looking artificial.
Verdict:
If you’re still rocking an S22 and wondering if it’s time to move on, do it. This feels like the "finished version" of what the S22 was trying to be. It’s faster, lasts longer, and the Galaxy AI features actually feel useful for daily photo editing.
If you’re still rocking an S22 and wondering if it’s time to move on, do it. This feels like the "finished version" of what the S22 was trying to be. It’s faster, lasts longer, and the Galaxy AI features actually feel useful for daily photo editing.
Value
5
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Customer Rating
5
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a great choice
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: reallysunny
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Fast performance with the newest chipset
Bright and smooth AMOLED display
Excellent camera quality
Premium design and build
Bright and smooth AMOLED display
Excellent camera quality
Premium design and build
Value
5
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Customer Rating
5
This phone has some great features
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: Yaddanana
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The S26 is the best Galaxy yet. It utilizes Galaxy AI has lots of memory. It makes streaming easy and sharing fun.
Value
5
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Customer Rating
5
This phone was absolutely amazing!
on April 3, 2026
Posted by: Thefungalferret
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I first got this phone in June, and since then it has been a faithful member of my household, allowing me to text and call people, how economical, I also tried the feature galaxy a.i. it was amazing and helped me with the simplest tasks,like substitutes for cooking. This phone has brought joy and peace into my life, with being able to talk to my friends. 10/10
Value
5
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Customer Rating
1
Another Disappointment
on March 23, 2026
Posted by: Bunnies
from California
You would think the latest model would bring back all the convenient features that were taken away from previous models (slider bar for music players on the lock screen, speech to text button on the right side of the keyboard). But no, another huge disappointment.
Features
2
Performance
3
Design
3
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 24, 2026
Hey there Bunnies, we appreciate you sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 with us. We know how frustrating it can be to have to adjust your usage to the changes in the software. We have provided a link to the complete manual for your device to help you customize your device to your preferences, and discover the ways you can streamline many processes on your device with Galaxy AI. We have also shared a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you any time you have questions about your device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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