Samsung has officially launched the Galaxy S26 and Galaxy S26+, alongside the Galaxy S26 Ultra. Both devices are designed to simplify tasks with Galaxy AI, while offering strong performance, improved cameras, and long-term software support.
Samsung Galaxy S26
The Galaxy S26 comes with a 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It runs on the Exynos 2600 processor with 12GB of RAM and options for 256GB or 512GB of storage.
On the back, it has a triple camera setup with a 50MP main sensor with OIS, a 10MP telephoto with 3x zoom, and a 12MP ultra-wide. A 12MP front camera handles selfies and video calls.
The phone supports 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, and comes with an in-display fingerprint sensor and face unlock. It is IP68 rated for dust and water resistance.
The Galaxy S26 runs on One UI 8.5 based on Android 16, with Samsung promising seven years of updates. Powering the device is a 4300mAh battery with 25W wired fast charging and Fast Wireless Charging 2.0.
Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Galaxy S26+ steps up with a larger 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, also with a 120Hz refresh rate. It shares the same Exynos 2600 processor, 12GB RAM, and storage options of 256GB or 512GB.
The camera system is identical to the S26, with a 50MP main, 10MP telephoto, 12MP ultra-wide, and a 12MP front camera.
Connectivity features include 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, GPS, NFC, and IP68 protection. Like the S26, it runs on One UI 8.5 with Android 16 and seven years of updates.
The S26+ has a larger 4900mAh battery with faster 45W wired charging and Super Fast Wireless Charging 2.0.
Price and Availability in the Philippines
- Galaxy S26: ₱58,990 (256GB), ₱72,990 (512GB)
- Galaxy S26+: ₱74,990 (256GB), ₱88,990 (512GB)
Pre-orders in the Philippines start on February 26. Buyers can get double storage upgrades (512GB for the price of 256GB), discounts on Galaxy Buds and Watch bundles, and trade-in deals worth up to ₱16,000. The official launch date is March 18, 2026.
Between the Galaxy S26 and S26+, which model do you think offers a better balance of size and performance for most users? Stay tuned.
Samsung Galaxy S26 specs
- Display: 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic 2X AMOLED display, 1-120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Exynos 2600
- RAM/Storage: 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB
- Rear Camera:
50MP main, OIS, 2x optical zoom
10MP telephoto, 3x optical zoom
12MP ultra-wide - Front Camera: 12MP
- Network: 5G, 4G
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC
- Others: In-display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, USB-C, stereo speakers, IP68 dust and water resistance, Now Brief, Now Bar, VC cooling
- OS: One UI 8.5, Android 16, 7 years of updates
- Colors: Cobalt Blue, White, Black, Sky Blue
- Battery: 4300mAh battery, 25W wired fast charging, Fast Wireless Charging 2.0
Samsung Galaxy S26+ specs
- Display: 6.7-inch QHD+ Dynamic 2X AMOLED display, 1-120Hz refresh rate
- Processor: Exynos 2600
- RAM/Storage: 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB
- Rear Camera:
50MP main, OIS, 2x optical zoom
10MP telephoto, 3x optical zoom
12MP ultra-wide - Front Camera: 12MP
- Network: 5G, 4G
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, GPS, NFC
- Others: In-display fingerprint sensor, face unlock, USB-C, stereo speakers, IP68 dust and water resistance, Now Brief, Now Bar, VC cooling
- OS: One UI 8.5, Android 16, 7 years of updates
- Colors: Cobalt Blue, White, Black, Sky Blue
- Battery: 4900mAh battery, 45W wired fast charging, Super Fast Wireless Charging 2.0
