Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Black (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(13,389 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 13,389 reviews
5 Stars
11,692
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 256GB - Black (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
The best phone
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Speakz
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been keeping a close eye on the tech rumors for a while, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra has completely exceeded my expectations. As someone who spends a lot of time doing street and Milky Way photography with a dedicated mirrorless setup, I am absolutely blown away by the camera system. The 200MP main sensor pulls in massive amounts of light, and the new Horizon Lock keeps video impressively stable. I'm already planning to use this as my primary pocket shooter for an upcoming trip to Rome and the Amalfi Coast this April; it’s going to be absolutely perfect for capturing the Colosseum.
The raw hardware is top-tier, especially when it comes to gaming. The new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with the redesigned Vapor Chamber cooling, means the phone handles graphically demanding, heavy-hitting games flawlessly without overheating. The massive boost in GPU performance makes everything feel incredibly fluid, and the 60W fast charging is perfect for keeping the 5000 mAh battery topped up during long sessions.
I also have to praise how Samsung implemented the new AI features. Having deep multi-agent integration with Google Gemini right out of the box is a huge boost for my daily workflow. The 'Now Nudge' contextual suggestions and the Photo Assist tools for quick, natural-language edits make the whole OS feel incredibly smart and proactive. Add in the genuinely innovative Privacy Display that keeps wandering eyes away from my screen in public. Galaxy AI
The raw hardware is top-tier, especially when it comes to gaming. The new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with the redesigned Vapor Chamber cooling, means the phone handles graphically demanding, heavy-hitting games flawlessly without overheating. The massive boost in GPU performance makes everything feel incredibly fluid, and the 60W fast charging is perfect for keeping the 5000 mAh battery topped up during long sessions.
I also have to praise how Samsung implemented the new AI features. Having deep multi-agent integration with Google Gemini right out of the box is a huge boost for my daily workflow. The 'Now Nudge' contextual suggestions and the Photo Assist tools for quick, natural-language edits make the whole OS feel incredibly smart and proactive. Add in the genuinely innovative Privacy Display that keeps wandering eyes away from my screen in public. Galaxy AI
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The phone is phenomenal
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: xXSPA12TINXx
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Everything from the new privacy screen to the color of the phone it's great. I love using the Galaxy AI feature to create wall papers and to edit pictures i take my self. Nothing but great features in this phone in 10 out 10 satisfied with this device. Galaxy phones have always been my favorite.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This is an incredible movil with excellent IA feat
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Jesusoleoconsultant
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My new Galaxy S26 Ultra is an incredible movil, fast, with outstanding features including Galaxy IA, good cameras, quality sound, fast processor, it makes all my routines easy to accomplish, it was easy to transfer all my files, the protection of the cameras lens it is very good.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Super greattt
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Lisforsamsung1
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this for my personal everyday phone and it has been working phenomenally. The only downside is that it is now only Google messages and won't let me customize it
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
So far so good. Happy with it
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Respectthevandal
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Everything has been working great so far. I've had Galaxy Ultras since the s21 Ultra, trading in every year for the latest. Almost every one before this had weird little issues. They were ignorable, but black bars on Facebook the last 2 phones over the last 2 years.
Finally, my new Galaxy s26 Ultra is the first one I've had that everything just works. The Galaxy AI has more options available. Smart Switch was flawless, as always. The shape of the edges make the new ultra fit in my hand better. I started to lose faith in the s25 series, but my faith is restored with my new phone
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This is an excellent product
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Gutierrez
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is an excellent product, good shape, is not a heavy phone. I like the samsung galaxy s26 ultra, i love the new privacy function incorporated to the phone screen. I impressed about the Galaxy AI. I will never change this brand of phones.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
What I've been needing
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: Boomba
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I haven't had a new phone since 2019 when I bought the s10e. It was finally giving out on me and I felt like I deserved a new phone so I pre-ordered. I got it but a day before it was even suppose to send it to me and so far it's the best thing that's ever happened to me! I can't wait to see what all more it does that I haven't explored yet!
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Solid device
on May 21, 2026
Posted by: S187bocajrs
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This device truly elevates the mobile experience, offering a remarkable combination of cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design. The advanced camera system captures stunning detail, making every shot a masterpiece. Furthermore, the integration of Galaxy AI enhances productivity and creativity in ways I hadn't imagined. I am thoroughly impressed with the overall performance and thoughtful features this smartphone provides. It is an exceptional tool for anyone seeking a premium and intelligent mobile companion.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US