I tried The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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The S26 Ultra has a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a QHD+ resolution of 3120 x 1440 and a 120Hz refresh rate. That's all well and good, but the display is hiding (that being the key word) what's perhaps the Galaxy S26 Ultra's most interesting feature.
Samsung’s new phones all get AI enhancements, and the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra has a Privacy Display that can block the screen from nosy neighbors.
Samsung has unveiled its new Galaxy S26 lineup, featuring expanded artificial intelligence capabilities and a new “Privacy Display” mode that blocks side-angle viewing.
For a slim but extremely functional case, look to the Spidercase, which comes in transparent designs so you can actually see your phone. It's a thin case that's shockproof without being bulky. Plus, it comes with a built-in stand and MagSafe compatibility. The Spidercase is available to shop on Amazon and will ship out on Monday, March 2.
I'd rather spend my money on the Pixel 10 than the latest Galaxy S26, although there are a few reasons why Samsung is a better fit for some.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is priced at $1,300, while the iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at $1,199. No matter which device you opt for, you'll be getting some of the best phones on the market. However, there are some major differences that you should consider before making a decision. Here's how the best of Samsung and Apple compare against each other.
Let's not waste time: Here's how the base Galaxy S26 compares to the base Galaxy S25 in terms of price, design, specs, camera, and battery life. Samsung will be giving the Galaxy S26 a notable bump from the S25's launch price, which started closer to the traditional $799 base tier.
The next Galaxy Buds have been announced, and Samsung again mimics Apple in design, ecosystem functionality, and pricing. The Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro keep the AirPods-esque design of the Buds 3, but now have a flat metal surface along the stem’s exterior.
Samsung isn’t waiting a full year to reveal its latest Galaxy Buds. The company debuted the Galaxy Buds 4 and Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at its Galaxy S26 Unpacked event where the hot topic was three new phones.