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Hey guys, this is Aar from Yugate and
today we have some exciting news. We are
at the Samsung Galaxy Experience and
we’re checking out the new S26 series.
Well, in this video we’re going to be
checking out the S26 Ultra in
particular. What’s new with it? Well,
stay tuned to find out.
In terms of the design, the Galaxy S26
Ultra still adopts the signature Samsung
design language that we’ve come to love.
But the first thing we notice is the
redesigned camera island. Compared to
the S25 Ultra, which didn’t really have
a camera island, it now has a vertical
camera island that houses three of the
five cameras. It’s an obvious redesign,
and we like how it looks now. But of
course, some of you guys will have a
different opinion. But then again, style
is subjective. So whether you like it or
not, do comment your opinion down below.
Although not as obvious, the S26 Ultra
is also a lot less angular with more
curves at the corners. Despite that, it
is marginally longer and thinner than
its predecessor, the S25 Ultra. We’re
talking mere millimeters here, so unless
you have an S25 Ultra with you, it’s
really hard to tell how thin it’s
become. This being the Galaxy S26 Ultra,
of course, it still comes with the S
Pen, which you can accidentally insert
the wrong way in. Now, unfortunately,
just like the S Pen of the Galaxy S25
Ultra, it still doesn’t have Bluetooth.
Fortunately, it still works well and you
can easily draw or sketch on this phone.
But what we really like is there is now
a notif when you lock the phone and the
S Pen isn’t inserted. So, it notifies
you when the S Pen isn’t there and makes
you check whether you’ve misplaced it or
just kept it in your pocket. That way,
you don’t have to lose the S Pen
anymore. Now, in terms of colors, there
are four colors available to choose
from: violet, sky blue, black, and
white. There are two other online
exclusive colors available: silver
shadow, and pink gold. As for the
display, it’s amazing as expected. It
still features a 6.9 in dynamic AMOLED
panel with QHD Plus resolution. It still
features up to 120 Hz refresh rate,
giving users that super smooth feel.
Based on the specs sheets, the display
appears to be a carryover from before,
but there’s nothing wrong with that.
With that, we still had an amazing
experience watching videos on this
phone, even if it was only YouTube
videos. The audio quality is great, too,
featuring dual stereo speakers with
support for Dolby Atmos. From our short
experience, it was loud and the quality
was decent. However, we’ll explore more
of that in our full review. So, while
the display might be the same, what is
new is the privacy function. It’s
exclusive to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, but
it effectively keeps wary eyes from
seeing what’s on your screen. Think of
it like a privacy glass, but instead of
being permanent, users can choose to
turn it on and off. It works great,
similar to the privacy glass I had on my
phone, but at least this one, users can
choose to turn it off when it’s not
needed. On paper, the cameras of the
Galaxy S26 Ultra appear to be a
carryover from before as well. It
features a 200 megapixel main, 50 megap
ultrawide, 10 megap telephoto with 3x
optical zoom, and another 50 megap
telephoto with five times optical zoom.
For selfies, there’s a 12ap front
camera. With that, the output of the
images appear to be similar as before.
They’re sharp and there’s decent
contrast, too. Whether we use the ultra
wide or zoom, there’s no doubting the
quality of the images. But what we
really liked is the new stabilization
function on the Galaxy S26 series when
shooting video. On the Galaxy S26 Ultra,
it still records video at 8K max, but
there is now a function where you can
lock the horizon. So, even if you’re
running around or shaking the camera,
the video will be stable. Of course,
there are some limitations like if you
move the camera too much to a portrait
mode, it will switch to a portrait
video. So, do keep that in mind. But
just check out the videos we were able
to take with and without the function
turned on [music] and see for yourself.
And as always, the video quality is
amazing. Everything you’d expect from
Samsung’s flagship smartphone. So, while
the design might not have changed that
much, perhaps the biggest change Samsung
made to the Galaxy S26 Ultra is the
chipset. While the base S26 and S26 Plus
now run an Exynos chipset, the S26 Ultra
packs a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for
Galaxy chipset. Unfortunately, we didn’t
get to run our benchmarks, but we were
able to play Genchin Impact on the S26
Ultra since it was already
pre-installed. There’s no doubt it could
run the game on max graphics, and we’re
certain it could handle even more
graphic intensive titles without any
issues. There’s no heating either, even
when we ran Genjin for around 30
minutes. With that, we have very high
hopes for the S26 Ultra when it comes to
the performance. Best of all, it could
handle all the new features that the new
OS offers. And for those interested,
there are two RAM options available: 12
GB and 16 GB. For storage, users can
choose between 256, 512 GB, and 1 TB of
storage. Aside from the new chipset,
what we’re also excited about the Galaxy
S26 Ultra is the UI. It ships with 1 UI
8.5 out of the box, and it comes with a
lot of the AI features we’ve come to
love. And of course, we can’t forget
about Google circle to search and Gemini
features. But what we’re excited about 1
UI 8.5 is the return of a new and
improved Bixby. It works similar to
Gemini, but what Bixby can do with the
S26 Ultra and or at least the S26 series
in particular is control the function of
the phone. For example, users can use
Bixby to adjust screen brightness
without even opening the drop- down
menu. The same can be said for adjusting
other phone settings. Instead of having
to fumble through the menu, all users
have to do now is let Bixby do the work
and just tell him what you want. In
terms of battery, the Galaxy S26 Ultra
still packs a 5,000 mAh battery pack as
before. However, charging speeds have
been increased from 45 W on the S25
Ultra. It now features 60W Super Fast
Charging 3.0. Well, at least the charger
that comes with it is 60 W. Samsung also
claims it has super fast wireless
charging, but did not disclose the
wireless charging speeds just yet. It
also features wireless power share if
you want to help a homie out. And again,
just like the benchmarks, be sure to
stay tuned for our full review to see
how long the battery will last using our
usual benchmarks. So, that’s about it
for this video of the Samsung Galaxy S26
Ultra. It’s a lot nicer, it’s a lot more
capable, and definitely something you
guys should check out. As for the price,
it starts at 86,990 pesos for the 256 GB
variant. Now, I wish we could had more
time with this phone, but unfortunately
that’s the only time we have right now.
But be sure to stay tuned for our full
review, which will be out soon once we
get our hands on the S26 Ultra for
better photos, benchmarks, and
everything else. Now this has been from
Yugare and see you guys in the next
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Okay, we need to talk about this. We just got our hands on something that feels like it teleported straight from a tech enthusiast’s 2025 wishlist to the Samsung Galaxy Experience event floor. Is it the next big thing, or just a subtle evolution of a familiar champion? In this video, we’re diving headfirst into the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for a proper hands-on and first impressions session. We know you’ve been waiting for the details, the feel, the actual *vibe* of this phone beyond the rumors. So, what’s really new? Is that controversial camera bump a deal-breaker or a design masterstroke? And more importantly, does it still feel like a true Ultra in the hand? We’re putting it side-by-side with what we know, teasing out the upgrades you’ll actually notice, and answering the big question: should you already be saving up? Don’t just read about it. Watch as we explore every curve, test the S-Pen’s new trick, and see if Samsung’s latest flagship is ready for its close-up.
What You’ll See in This Video
- We break down the completely redesigned vertical camera island. Love it or hate it, it’s a major visual shift from the S25 Ultra.
- Discover the subtle but meaningful change in the phone’s ergonomics. It’s less angular, with more curves for a better in-hand feel.
- We test the S-Pen’s new, genuinely useful feature designed to save you from that mini heart attack of losing it. Spoiler: It’s clever.
- Get our immediate take on the build, the colors available at the event, and whether those millimeter-level size changes actually matter.
Curious about the real-world feel and our unfiltered first thoughts? All the details, close-ups, and our initial verdict are waiting in the video. Hit play above to join us at the Samsung event!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s design very different from the S25 Ultra?
Yes, a key change is the new vertical camera island housing three lenses, a noticeable shift from the S25 Ultra’s layout. The corners are also slightly more curved.
Does the S-Pen on the S26 Ultra have Bluetooth features?
Based on our hands-on, the S-Pen in the S26 Ultra, like the S25 Ultra’s, does not have Bluetooth functionality.
Is there a new feature to prevent losing the S-Pen?
Yes. The phone now sends a notification if you lock it while the S-Pen is not inserted, helping you keep track of it.
When will the Galaxy S26 Ultra be available in the Philippines?
Official Philippine availability and pricing are typically announced closer to the global launch. Stay tuned to YugaTech for local updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main design change in the Galaxy S26 Ultra?
The Galaxy S26 Ultra features a redesigned vertical camera island housing three of its five cameras.
How does the S26 Ultra compare in size to the S25 Ultra?
The S26 Ultra is marginally longer and thinner than the S25 Ultra, with more curved corners.
Does the Galaxy S26 Ultra still include the S Pen?
Yes, the Galaxy S26 Ultra still comes with the S Pen.
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