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Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Hits Global Shelves as Ultra Leads Pre‑Orders

Samsung touts a built‑in Privacy Display alongside expanded on‑device AI as key draws for the Ultra model.

Overview

  • The Galaxy S26 lineup is now on sale worldwide through Samsung, carriers, and major retailers, with U.S. prices starting at $899 and trade‑in incentives available.
  • Samsung reports the Galaxy S26 Ultra accounted for more than 70% of global pre‑orders, reaching 80% in the United States.
  • Across Europe, pre‑orders surpassed the Galaxy S25 series, with Ultra pre‑orders up 20% year over year and its share rising by 10 percentage points.
  • India availability is confirmed at ₹87,999 for S26, ₹1,19,999 for S26+, and ₹1,39,999 for S26 Ultra, with bank cashback and EMI plans from ₹3,667 per month.
  • Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro are also available globally, starting at $179.99 in the U.S. and priced at ₹16,999 and ₹22,999 in India.