Samsung has made its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26 series, available worldwide alongside the new Galaxy Buds4 wireless earbuds.
The Galaxy S26 lineup includes three models: the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26. The release also introduces the Galaxy Buds4 and Galaxy Buds4 Pro as the company’s newest wireless audio devices.
Samsung said early demand for the new smartphones has been strong, with global pre-orders recording double-digit growth compared with previous Galaxy releases. The Galaxy S26 Ultra accounted for more than 70% of pre-orders, making it the most popular model in the lineup.
Among the features of the Ultra model is a built-in Privacy Display designed to limit screen visibility from side angles. The device is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform for Galaxy, which Samsung says delivers improvements in CPU, GPU and AI processing performance compared with the previous generation.
Samsung is also expanding artificial intelligence capabilities across the Galaxy S26 series. Features such as Now Nudge and Now Brief provide contextual reminders and suggestions based on user activity. The phones also include AI-powered image editing tools that allow users to modify photos using text prompts.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra also includes camera updates, including improved Nightography video for low-light recording and a Super Steady stabilization feature intended to reduce motion during filming.
Alongside the smartphones, Samsung introduced the Galaxy Buds4 series, which features a redesigned form factor and updated audio hardware. The Buds4 Pro model includes a larger woofer, adaptive equalizer, and Active Noise Cancellation.
Samsung said the earbuds’ design was developed using large-scale ear shape data and simulations to improve fit and comfort for extended wear.
The Galaxy S26 series and Galaxy Buds4 are now available in markets worldwide.
