Samsung Galaxy S26 Series: Specs, Features, Price in the Philippines

Samsung has officially introduced the Galaxy S26 Series, and this year, the focus is refinement.

At first glance, it may look familiar. But once you start using it, the improvements become clear. It is slimmer, faster, and more polished in ways that actually matter day to day. Instead of flashy changes, Samsung worked on the fundamentals. The result feels more complete and more dependable.

The lineup includes the Samsung Galaxy S26, Samsung Galaxy S26+, and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Slimmer Design That Feels Premium

The first thing you notice is how slim the phone feels in hand.

Samsung used lightweight Armor Aluminum across the lineup, while the Ultra model gets tougher Gorilla Armor 2 for added durability. The edges are cleaner, the finish feels solid, and the overall design looks more unified this year.

It feels premium without trying too hard. Nothing flashy. Just clean and refined.

Fast Performance That Stays Consistent

Performance is one of the biggest upgrades.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra runs on the customized Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy. You will notice the difference when gaming, editing videos, or switching between apps. It feels quick and responsive.

Samsung says the Ultra delivers up to:

* 19% faster CPU performance
* 39% stronger NPU performance for AI tasks
* 24% better GPU performance

Other models also feature the new Exynos 2600, built for smooth multitasking and demanding workloads.

What makes it more impressive is the improved thermal system. Samsung redesigned the vapor chamber so heat spreads more efficiently. That means you can game longer or record in high resolution without the phone getting uncomfortably warm. Performance stays stable instead of slowing down after a few minutes.

Battery That Keeps Up With Daily Use

The Galaxy S26 Ultra supports Super Fast Charging 3.0 and can reach up to 75 percent in about 30 minutes.

Battery management is smarter too. The phone adjusts power usage in real time depending on what you are doing. Streaming, scrolling, gaming, or working, it quietly optimizes in the background.

Display Improvements You Can Actually See

Thanks to ProScaler and improved mDNIe processing, upscaled content looks sharper and colors appear rich but natural. Text is clearer. Fine details are more defined. The screen feels comfortable even during long viewing sessions.

Privacy Display on the Ultra

The Galaxy S26 Ultra introduces the industry’s first built-in Privacy Display on a smartphone.

Instead of using a stick-on privacy filter, this feature works at the pixel level. You can limit side viewing angles and even apply privacy protection to only part of the screen, such as notifications.

It is practical for commuting, working in cafés, or checking sensitive information in public. And you can easily toggle it in Quick Settings.

The Camera Delivers Brighter, Cleaner Results

The Ultra model features a 200MP wide lens that captures more light and detail, especially in low-light scenes. The 50MP telephoto lens produces sharper zoom shots.

Photos taken at night have less noise and look clearer without appearing overly processed. Samsung’s background image processing improves clarity while keeping things natural.

For video, the S26 Ultra supports up to 8K recording at 30fps. Stabilization has also improved, with enhanced leveling and motion-based correction to keep footage steady even during movement.

It feels reliable whether you are casually snapping photos or creating content.

Editing is easier too. With upgraded Photo Assist, you can describe the changes you want in simple language. You can adjust lighting, fix small details, or modify elements step by step. Creative Studio also lets you turn sketches or prompts into wallpapers and stickers in one place.

Smarter Galaxy AI That Feels Natural

The Galaxy S26 Series is powered by Samsung’s most intuitive Galaxy AI yet.

Instead of making you dig through menus, the phone works more proactively.

Now Nudge suggests helpful actions based on context. If someone asks for trip photos, it can surface them automatically. Now Brief gives personalized reminders for reservations or travel updates.

Circle to Search with Google now recognizes multiple objects in one image at the same time. Bixby has also been upgraded to better understand natural language.

The idea is simple. AI runs quietly in the background so you can focus on what you are trying to do.

Privacy and Security That Work in the Background

You get app-by-app permission controls, real-time privacy alerts, and a built-in Private Album for sensitive photos and videos. KEEP, or Knox Enhanced Encrypted Protection, secures app data individually.

Samsung also strengthened device-to-device encryption across the Galaxy ecosystem and introduced post-quantum cryptography protections for long-term security.

Most people will not notice these features daily, but they add peace of mind.

Useful Everyday Tools

Samsung included small but helpful improvements.

The AI document scanner automatically straightens and sharpens pages. Multiple scans can be combined into a single PDF instantly. Screenshots are organized into eight categories, making them easier to find later.

The selfie camera also benefits from improved processing, helping skin tones look more natural in different lighting conditions.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Price in the Philippines
 

Galaxy S26 Ultra

*1TB – ₱121,990
* 512GB – ₱100,990
* 256GB – ₱86,990

Galaxy S26+

* 512GB – ₱88,990
* 256GB – ₱74,990

Galaxy S26

* 512GB – ₱72,990
* 256GB – ₱58,990

Pre-orders start February 26.

You can get Double Storage worth up to ₱14,000. There are also installment offers of up to 36 months at 0% via major banks including UnionBank, BDO, BPI, Metrobank, HSBC, and PNB. Participating Samsung Authorized Stores offer up to 14% off with 24-month installment plans via Eastwest, Security Bank, HSBC, and Chinabank.

Online buyers can get up to 18% savings through Samsung.com until March 8, as well as through Abenson, Lazada, and Shopee.

No credit card? Samsung Finance+ offers up to ₱15,000 off at zero processing fee with 0% installment up to 24 months. Home Credit also offers up to 36 months installment with a 1% add-on rate per month.

Samsung Care+ is available with 25% off on 2-year unlimited repair coverage for accidental and liquid damage, including worldwide replacements.

 

For more details, visit:

Galaxy S26 Ultra
https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s26-ultra/buy/?modelCode=SM-S948BZVCPHL

Galaxy S26+
https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s26-plus/buy/

Galaxy S26
https://www.samsung.com/ph/smartphones/galaxy-s26/buy/?modelCode=SM-S942BZDQPHL