I spent three weeks with the Galaxy S26 Ultra — and I don’t get the hype
The author spent three weeks using the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and found it to be a good but unremarkable smartphone given its $1,300 price tag. While the device performs well and includes expected high-end features, it fails to deliver significant innovation over previous models. The lack of standout improvements makes it difficult to justify the premium cost and widespread enthusiasm.
- ▪The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is described as a good phone but not exceptional for its $1,300 price point.
- ▪The reviewer found the device lacking in meaningful innovation compared to earlier Galaxy models.
- ▪High pricing without significant upgrades makes the S26 Ultra feel like a missed opportunity for Samsung.
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