As expected, Samsung has wrapped up its flagship lineup for 2026. The new Galaxy devices unveiled during the company’s recent Unpacked event include the standard S26, the larger S26 Plus, and the top-of-the-line S26 Ultra — all of which will be available on March 11. Pre-orders are now open ahead of launch, with pricing starting at $899.99 for the base S26, $1,099.99 for the Plus, and $1,299.99 for the Ultra.
Overall, the upcoming S26 lineup looks largely similar to last year’s S25 lineup, with just a few notable tweaks. The biggest changes this year are on the software side, with Samsung introducing a privacy display in the S26 Ultra that hides what you’re looking at from others. You’ll also get new AI-powered features enabled by the Galaxy’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, including a call screener and generative photo editing tools that let you specify what you want to change. Samsung is also rolling out early support for a more advanced version of Gemini, which will handle certain tasks in supported apps without you having to do everything manually.
While the hardware is largely unchanged, battery capacity has increased across the range, and the Ultra is now available with an optional 16GB of RAM. The standard S26 and S26 Plus also have slightly larger OLED displays and sell for $100 more, while the Ultra’s price remains unchanged at $1,299.99.
We’ve published our hands-on impressions of the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra, and full reviews are on the way. In the meantime, if you’re ready to book a pre-order, here’s where you can secure the S26, S26 Plus or S26 Ultra before they’re released next month.
Where to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26
Priced at $899.99, the Galaxy S26 is the most affordable option in Samsung’s 2026 lineup. It comes with 12GB of RAM and a choice of 128GB or 256GB of storage (the latter costs $200 more). The phone is available for pre-order from Amazon, Best Buy, and Samsung, the latter of which is offering it in several exclusive colors.
The S26 remains the smallest phone in the range, though its display has grown slightly to 6.3 inches, up from the S25’s 6.2 inches. Like other phones in the S26 line, it runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. It also packs a slightly larger battery than its predecessor (4,300 mAh vs. 4,000 mAh), but is otherwise similar, with a 120Hz refresh rate and the same camera setup: 50-megapixel main sensor, 12-megapixel ultra-wide, 10-megapixel telephoto, and 12-megapixel front camera.
If you’re looking for a deal, Amazon is currently offering a $100 gift card when you pre-order the $899.99 256GB or 512GB models. Meanwhile, Best Buy is offering $200 off the 512GB model without a gift card.
Where to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
You can now pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus starting at $1,099.99 directly from Samsung, Amazon and Best Buy (the 512GB model is available at the same retailers for $200 more). Like the S26, it’s available in a range of colors, with Samsung offering a few exclusive shades online.
The S26 Plus is the middle child of the S26 series. It offers all the same features as the S26 – including the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor for the Galaxy and 12GB of RAM – but with a bigger and sharper 6.7-inch display. It also features a larger 4,900 mAh battery to power its larger display, making it a good choice for those who want a big screen without spending on the upgraded S26 Ultra.
As for deals, Amazon is offering a $100 gift card when you pre-order the 256GB or 512GB model for $1,099.99, a $200 discount. Samsung is also offering a $150 credit with every pre-order, while Best Buy is offering a free storage upgrade that lets you buy the 512GB model for $1,099.99 ($200 off).
Where to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
The base Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with 12GB of RAM and starts at $1,299.99 for 256GB of storage, $1,499.99 for 512GB, and $1,799.99 for 1TB. The S26 Ultra is currently available for pre-order from Amazon, Best Buy and Samsung with silver and rose gold color options exclusive to Samsung’s online store.
The 6.9-inch S26 Ultra is the largest and most capable phone in the S26 range. It’s also the only phone in the range to offer a privacy display, making it harder for people around you to see what’s on your screen. The Ultra also includes Samsung’s S Pen stylus and a more advanced camera system with two telephoto lenses and a 200-megapixel wide-angle camera. You also get a 5,000mAh battery, the biggest in the line.
If you’re looking to save, Amazon is offering a $200 gift card when you pre-order the 256GB model for $1,299.99 or the 512GB variant for the same price, a $200 discount. Samsung is also offering a $150 credit when you pre-order the phone, while Best Buy is offering $200 off the 512GB model.
Carrier offers and promotions
- Verizon is offering a 256GB Galaxy S26 Ultra — or any Galaxy S26 model — for free when you add a new line to an Unlimited Ultimate phone plan and trade in an eligible device that meets Verizon’s trade-in criteria, with the discount applied as monthly bill credits for 36 months. You can also get the Galaxy S26 Plus for free when you add the new line to Unlimited Ultimate or Unlimited Plus plans (or for $10 a month on Unlimited Welcome).