Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(6,726 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 6,726 reviews
5 Stars
5,901
4 Stars
656
3 Stars
101
2 Stars
26
1 Star
42
69%of customers recommend this product.
(
55 out of
80)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
This is the best samsung I've had
on March 24, 2026
Posted by: 1t1sm3
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have noticed the battery gets pretty hot, but I've been trying to keep it cool
The galaxy ai has been really awesome as well !
The galaxy ai has been really awesome as well !
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great time great features
on March 24, 2026
Posted by: Anonymous
from Abuja Nigeria plc
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Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Privacy and Power in a Sleek Package
on March 24, 2026
Posted by: Jesuszp94
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, and while it looks familiar, the experience is a major step up. It feels like a tool designed for real-world use rather than just a spec sheet.
The standout feature is definitely the new Privacy Display. It’s impressive how it blocks side-view "snoopers" in public while staying crystal clear for me. It’s a feature I didn’t know I needed until now.
The Highlights:
Galaxy AI: Features like Now Nudge are game-changers. The keyboard now suggests photos or events based on my chats, which really speeds up my day.
Low-Light Camera: The wider aperture on the 200MP sensor makes night shots look much more natural with significantly less noise.
Performance: The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is a beast. Even during heavy video editing or gaming, the improved cooling keeps the phone from getting hot.
Points to Note:
Brightness: The Privacy Display makes the screen slightly less "punchy" than previous models, a small trade-off for security.
Design: It’s lighter and more comfortable to hold, but the camera bump is still quite large, making it a bit wobbly on a desk without a case.
Charging: 60W is an improvement, but I’d love to see even faster speeds for a battery this size.
Verdict: If you’re upgrading from an older model, the jump is massive. The privacy features and AI fluidity make it a top-tier choice.
The standout feature is definitely the new Privacy Display. It’s impressive how it blocks side-view "snoopers" in public while staying crystal clear for me. It’s a feature I didn’t know I needed until now.
The Highlights:
Galaxy AI: Features like Now Nudge are game-changers. The keyboard now suggests photos or events based on my chats, which really speeds up my day.
Low-Light Camera: The wider aperture on the 200MP sensor makes night shots look much more natural with significantly less noise.
Performance: The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is a beast. Even during heavy video editing or gaming, the improved cooling keeps the phone from getting hot.
Points to Note:
Brightness: The Privacy Display makes the screen slightly less "punchy" than previous models, a small trade-off for security.
Design: It’s lighter and more comfortable to hold, but the camera bump is still quite large, making it a bit wobbly on a desk without a case.
Charging: 60W is an improvement, but I’d love to see even faster speeds for a battery this size.
Verdict: If you’re upgrading from an older model, the jump is massive. The privacy features and AI fluidity make it a top-tier choice.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Loaded with all new features
on March 24, 2026
Posted by: Bwulforst
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The new features offered by Galaxy AI on the Galaxy S 26 Ultra are a game changer for me as a small business owner. From the generative photo features to the new ai document scanner it makes it so easy to edit on the fly and scan receipts and documents instantly digitizing them. My favorite so far is the Smart Ai assistant that helps by screening calls when they come in and using the smart ai features to help cut down on telemarketers and spam. I'm coming from a s22 ultra and the sheer quantity of spam calls I no longer receive have easily been cut down from twenty to MAYBE 2 a day. So now I'm no longer wasting time answering scam and spam and now getting to clients that help us grow. The time spent dealing with spam can now be allocated to legitimate work and progress. The cameras are great they are clear and the motion smoothing for video is great, taking photos and videos especially with the new horizon lock feature make content creation super easy now. It's been about a month with the phone and I'm still learning about new features everyday. If your coming from an older Samsung Galaxy S Series this might be the time to upgrade.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
New phone great new features
on March 24, 2026
Posted by: Bwulforst
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is an absolute masterpiece and undeniably the king of smartphones. Everything about this device feels like a leap into the future. Coming from a 22 ultra the 26 ultra packed with new AI features has been a monsterous game changer for my small business and I. From the simplest feature of the ai assistant being able to screen calls prior to answering to the ai spam blocker the amount of calls I have received from scammers has been cut in half easily. By getting less spam calls I'm spending less time now answering calls and can get more work done, not only am I more productive but now I'm making more $$$ and this phone has already almost paid itself off already. Between the fantastic cameras for content creation and generative ai built in to the phone it's a powerhouse for small business owners and content creation. If your on the fence pull the trigger
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Love the new phone
on March 25, 2026
Posted by: TXangel9009
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The phone has great battery life and smooth operating features. The galaxy ai feature is easy to use.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
I've been using the phones and watches
on March 25, 2026
Posted by: Tunuc04
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The galaxy ai i use everyday since I work in education. It has better features than any other phone and watch. Very easy to use
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The phone I've been waiting for!
on March 25, 2026
Posted by: Kicker07cvr12
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First and foremost, I must say that the battery performance is significantly better than what I would have anticipated. Furthermore, I've noticed that employing the power-save feature actually works more effectively than previous phones I've used; it doesn't introduce noticeable slowdowns, but rather simply allows the battery to last for a much longer duration.Get the right charger, and you'll be amazed how quickly it charges.
One of the first things I really noticed was just how straightforward and intuitive the AI features are to actually use. I've definitely seen notifications in the past that were quite vague and honestly not very helpful or interesting. But now, with the AI details included, you actually get a much better and clearer understanding of what those notifications are really about. And another aspect that I found to be particularly beneficial is the ability to easily adjust the pictures.
Now, let's talk about the phone itself. The speakers really have to be the loudest I've ever had on a phone, honestly. It's actually almost too loud at times! The screen is incredibly bright and vibrant, both inside and outside, and I have absolutely no complaints about its performance.
I just stumbled upon something really neat in the Wallet app: you can tap your phone or a debit card to send money instantly. It's about time they introduced this feature.
I've had this phone for about a week now and I'm still learning things about. Thanks Samsung for the best phone yet
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US