Samsung has unveiled the new Galaxy S26 line, including the S26 Ultra, S26+, and S26 models.

New Features and Design

Aesthetically, the differences compared to the previous generation are minimal, with changes to the camera surround design and slight variations in dimensions. The Galaxy S26 Ultra abandons titanium in favor of aluminum, a choice similar to that made by Apple in its flagship models. The Ultra model retains the S Pen.

Artificial Intelligence

The Korean company is focusing heavily on artificial intelligence, defining the S26 series as the first with "Agentic AI phones." Despite limited hardware upgrades, the increase in component costs in the age of AI has led to a price increase for the cheaper models of about $100. The Ultra model maintains the price of $1300.

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