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Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(15,688 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 15,688 reviews
5 Stars
13,715
4 Stars
1,571
3 Stars
241
2 Stars
64
1 Star
97
66%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
Great device
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Shockwave
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It have a beautiful colour "purple" ,its light and comfy to hold and the Galaxy AI helps make the phone alot easier to use
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 10, 2026
Hi there Shockwave, thank you for taking time out of your day to share your feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with the purple color of your device, that it feels comfortable to hold for prolonged periods of time, and that you are finding Galaxy AI so helpful for a range of daily tasks. Please, reach out to us again in the future any time you have additional feedback you would like to share, or questions come up about your new device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
Love the privacy screen built in
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Walkthewalk93
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been daily driving the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for a bit now, and while it looks familiar, the small changes make a huge difference. The new 7.9mm thickness and Armour Aluminum 2.0 make it feel way more premium and less like a brick in my pocket compared to previous Ultras.
The real star is the Privacy Display. If you hate people peeking at your phone on a plane or in a meeting, this is a game-changer. It narrows the viewing angles so only you see the content. Performance-wise, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 handles everything I throw at it—from heavy multitasking to high-end gaming—without even getting warm.
The Downside? Still no Qi2 magnetic charging in 2026 feels like a missed opportunity, and the S-Pen silo is a bit pickier about how you slide it in. Overall, if you want the best screen and most secure phone out there, this is it.
The real star is the Privacy Display. If you hate people peeking at your phone on a plane or in a meeting, this is a game-changer. It narrows the viewing angles so only you see the content. Performance-wise, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 handles everything I throw at it—from heavy multitasking to high-end gaming—without even getting warm.
The Downside? Still no Qi2 magnetic charging in 2026 feels like a missed opportunity, and the S-Pen silo is a bit pickier about how you slide it in. Overall, if you want the best screen and most secure phone out there, this is it.
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 10, 2026
Hey there Walkthewalk93, we are grateful for your feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are ecstatic to hear that you are so pleased with the enhanced features, slimmer design, and processing speed of your device. We have new cases available that will allow you to use the magnetic charging you are seeking with your device. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if you have questions about the accessories that help with the charging or any features of your new device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
A massive leap in AI and Photography
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Love2ball14
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you care about mobile photography, the S26 Ultra is the gold standard. The new sensor captures stunning images, but the video quality is what really blew me away this year—the clarity and stabilization are top-tier.
What makes this phone a "daily driver" for me, though, is Galaxy AI. I use the live translation features constantly for work and errands, and it works so seamlessly that it feels like magic. It’s genuinely helpful for my everyday life rather than just being a gimmick. Highly recommend if you want the best of the best!
What makes this phone a "daily driver" for me, though, is Galaxy AI. I use the live translation features constantly for work and errands, and it works so seamlessly that it feels like magic. It’s genuinely helpful for my everyday life rather than just being a gimmick. Highly recommend if you want the best of the best!
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 11, 2026
Hello there Love2ball14, thank you for your feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are ecstatic to hear that you are so pleased with the camera of your device, and that you are capturing amazing photos and videos every day. We also love hearing that this device is helping you take care of so many daily tasks, and that you would recommend this device to others in your life. We have shared a link to the Samsung Support Team for your convenience if any questions arise during your usage. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
Great Features
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: SamsungSnob4life
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Setup of my new Galaxy device has been so easy and seamless. The battery life has been amazing.
The new features have worked great so far and I'm excited to test out the privacy display next week while traveling (I have only used it minimally at home so far).
Galaxy AI photo editing has been phenomenal and I'm excited to try the live translation feature next week as well.
Overall, very excited for the upgrade!
The new features have worked great so far and I'm excited to test out the privacy display next week while traveling (I have only used it minimally at home so far).
Galaxy AI photo editing has been phenomenal and I'm excited to try the live translation feature next week as well.
Overall, very excited for the upgrade!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung S26 Ultra Is a beast
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Bek2026
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung S26 Ultra is honestly a beast of a phone. It’s super smooth, fast, and just feels solid all around. The camera is the real star here, though. The photos come out crazy sharp, the colors pop, and even low‑light shots look like they were taken on a professional camera. If you like taking pics, this phone makes it almost too easy.
The privacy features is another big win. Samsung really nailed it
If I had to point out one thing that could be better, it’s the look of the text messages. The messaging app works fine, but the design feels a little outdated compared to how premium the rest of the phone feels. A cleaner, more modern look would make the whole experience even better.
Overall, the S26 Ultra is a powerhouse with an amazing camera and great privacy features. Just give the messaging interface a glow‑up and it’d be close to perfect.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Phone!!
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Pinhead117
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just received the new S26 Ultra and I'm so excited with the features and amazing performance of this model! It's Beautiful, FAST and works so well. Battery performance is great and Fast Charging with MagSafe works amazingly.
Value
5
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Customer Rating
5
Loving this s26 ultra!
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: 2itchypalms
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Loving this new Galaxy AI part of the phone. Samsung user for life.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I am surprised at how light it is and its axy text
on March 10, 2026
Posted by: Yiye1980
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm going to leave my review about my latest Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra purchase. It was a very easy purchase, received on time, and the service was excellent. I recommend using the Samsung Shop app. I'm delighted.
For the past couple of years, I've been buying cell phones for either my wife or myself, and I've never had any problems with deliveries. In fact, swapping phones is super easy and straightforward. I have the S25 Ultra, and yesterday I received my wife's S26 Ultra—a magnificent phone. Thank you, Samsung, for always innovating technology.
For the past couple of years, I've been buying cell phones for either my wife or myself, and I've never had any problems with deliveries. In fact, swapping phones is super easy and straightforward. I have the S25 Ultra, and yesterday I received my wife's S26 Ultra—a magnificent phone. Thank you, Samsung, for always innovating technology.
Value
5
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