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Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Average customer rating
4.8
(6,554 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 6,554 reviews
5 Stars
5,756
4 Stars
632
3 Stars
100
2 Stars
25
1 Star
41
68%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 512GB - Cobalt Violet (Verizon)
Customer Rating
5
This product is amazing but not much new
on April 10, 2026
Posted by: Goodstuff
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The S26 Ultra remains a top-tier choice for power users, though it emphasizes refinement over radical change. Its new elite gen 5 processor ensures that performance, from fps gaming to heavy multitasking, is flawless.
Key Takeaways:
Galaxy AI: This is where the phone shines. The upgraded Galaxy AI features like Note Assist and Photo Assist feel more intuitive, proactively suggesting edits and summaries that actually save time.
Privacy Tech: The new display technology is perfect for keeping on-screen information private from side-viewers, which is a major plus for commuters.
Hardware: The S Pen is ok, no bluetooth again which sucks! And the massive camera bump causes a significant wobble on flat surfaces. Additionally, the return to an aluminum frame feels like a slight step back in "premium" feel compared to previous titanium builds.
My Daily Usage:
Work: I use the S Pen daily for marking up digital documents and Note Assist to write brief notes during appointments.
Streaming & Movies: The 6.9-inch AMOLED screen is my go-to for watching movies and streaming content while traveling. Dude, it's fast. And the battery lasts a while during streaming.
Gaming: The device handles the most demanding mobile games with zero lag and impressive thermal management.
Photography: I rely on the AI-enhanced "Nightography" for sharp low-light photos and use the creative tools to polish images for personal projects.
Galaxy AI: This is where the phone shines. The upgraded Galaxy AI features like Note Assist and Photo Assist feel more intuitive, proactively suggesting edits and summaries that actually save time.
Privacy Tech: The new display technology is perfect for keeping on-screen information private from side-viewers, which is a major plus for commuters.
Hardware: The S Pen is ok, no bluetooth again which sucks! And the massive camera bump causes a significant wobble on flat surfaces. Additionally, the return to an aluminum frame feels like a slight step back in "premium" feel compared to previous titanium builds.
My Daily Usage:
Work: I use the S Pen daily for marking up digital documents and Note Assist to write brief notes during appointments.
Streaming & Movies: The 6.9-inch AMOLED screen is my go-to for watching movies and streaming content while traveling. Dude, it's fast. And the battery lasts a while during streaming.
Gaming: The device handles the most demanding mobile games with zero lag and impressive thermal management.
Photography: I rely on the AI-enhanced "Nightography" for sharp low-light photos and use the creative tools to polish images for personal projects.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great Samsung S series 👌
on April 10, 2026
Posted by: Robreview
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Premium phone. it has all the things that you'll need in a phone. It works wonderfully. Thermals are great. Camera quality is amazing period I really love all the Samsung AI features that are built into this phone. For example, the Samsung AI stickers that you can send through Instagram are really wonderful. I went out and got this spigen case for this. And it protects it pretty well. I haven't had any scratches or dents. This is a very
well built Samsung product much like many of their product.
well built Samsung product much like many of their product.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Super fast and display is amazing!
on April 10, 2026
Posted by: ReadyToWork
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I upgraded to the 26 ultra because I use my phone primarily for work and I needed a faster more reliable phone. This phone is super fast and easy to use. I love the pen feature for note taking.
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 10, 2026
Hey there ReadyToWork, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to provide feedback on your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We are happy to hear that you have enjoyed the upgraded speed and power of your new device, as well as the ability to take notes easily with the S Pen. We have provided a link to an article to help you with additional capabilities of this unique accessory. We have also provided a link to the complete manual to assist you with additional features like Galaxy AI to help you maximize your experience and efficiency for your work. Lastly, we have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if any questions come up as you continue using your device. Thank you for being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
The S26 Ultra is a fantastic phone.
on April 10, 2026
Posted by: Eman53186
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The new privacy screen is a game changer. AI options are first class and very useful in my everyday usage. Pictures and video are impressive.
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 10, 2026
Hello Eman53186, we appreciate you taking time out of your day to share your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We couldn't be happier to hear that you are so excited with the addition of the first Privacy Display bulit in to the display of your device, and that you are finding the usage of Galaxy AI so helpful for your needs. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if you have any questions as you continue your usage, and please reach out to us again in the future if you have additional feedback on your Samsung products. Thank you for being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
5
Samsung Galaxy S26 ultra! Next Level
on March 18, 2026
Posted by: MirandaD
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Samsung made it even brighter, smoother and fantastic useful! First of all Galaxy AI feels like having a personal assistant built right into your phone, genuinely helpful in everyday use, real time translations rocks!
The phone is fast, multitasking is effortless, my games runs like I always dreamed.
Camera is just another level, the AI enhancement actually make a difference without overdoing it.
Definitely recomended.
The phone is fast, multitasking is effortless, my games runs like I always dreamed.
Camera is just another level, the AI enhancement actually make a difference without overdoing it.
Definitely recomended.
Value
5
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 18, 2026
Hi there MirandaD, thank you for sharing your experience of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We couldn't be happier to hear that you are loving the usage and capabilities of your new device, and that you are finding so many amazing features with Galaxy AI and your camera. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if questions come up as you continue using your new device. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
1
The camera bump is a accident waiting to happen.
on March 19, 2026
Posted by: 2disappointted
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Have not had much of a chance to use the S26 Ultra, as the camera bump and trying to find a case that will properly protect it is proving to be elusive.
Making the phone thin is great. But that slight extra thinness creates a bigger problem with the Ultra's huge camera bump.
Value
1
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, March 19, 2026
Hello there, we appreciate you sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We know how important it is to feel confident in the durability of your device. We do have a range of case options available to help minimize this worry with the camera lenses of your device. We have provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if you have questions about the available options prior to your selection. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
2
Dont buy it yet!
on April 3, 2026
Posted by: Nathan
I have owned Samsung phones for over 10 years. And have always enjoyed them. But this release has been non stop issues with software and the Google RCS messages that has replaced Samsung messages. With all of the newer AI features that if you aren't paying attention will cause various bugs and glitches. I personally believe this model should have went through more testing before they released it. My phone has been replaced once already and it was only 14 days old. I wouldn't recommend this phone to my family or friends at this time. Samsung needs to reevaluate this phone and provide some patch updates to stabilize the over all user experience.
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 6, 2026
Hey Nathan, thank you for sharing your thoughts about your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with us. We understand how frustrating it can be when your device is not operating as intended or expected. We have provided a link to an article to help you with the messaging errors you mention experiencing. We have also provided a link to an article to help you if your device is freezing or crashing during your usage. We have also provided a link to the complete manual for your device to help you adjust any settings for Galaxy AI or additional features to align to your preferences. We have lastly, provided a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if any additional frustrations occur during your usage. We appreciate youbeing a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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Customer Rating
1
Mediocre Device
on April 2, 2026
Posted by: Lundy1980
from Ormond Beach FL
Cameras are the same as the last 4 years. The Display is not as color accurate as previous years due to the new "privacy Display feature" that makes the colors more washed out and Grey, battery life is a little better then previous years not by much, performance is a little better then the last 4 years of phones in the s series lineup, they did make the cooling chamber a bit bigger then last year's which helps with overheating but it can still be a problem at times especially while gaming or doing something intensive, the durability is about the same as 2 years ago except the screen is a little tougher they downgraded the frame of the device to the one used 2 years ago, otherwise its the same exact phone as the last 4 years so "upgrade" at your discretion
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
2
Performance
3
Design
2
Value
3
Response from Samsung USBy R&R Team, April 3, 2026
Hi there Lundy1980, thank you for sharing your experience of your Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. We understand how important it is to feel that you've made a good investment in a new device that you enjoy using every day for a range of tasks. We have provided a link to an article to help you with the temperature of your device during your prolonged usage. We have also shared a link to the complete manual to help you adjust the Privacy Display to only enable with specific apps or notifications to help you have the brightness you may be seeking with your normal usage, and make use of the privacy when desired. We have also shared a link to the Samsung Support Team to assist you if you have questions about the differences between the titanium and armor aluminum for peace of mind with the durability of your device while continuing to lighten the design for comfort in your hand. We appreciate you being a Samsung customer. -Elizabeth
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