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  • Front. Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black.
  • Galaxy S26 Ultra Galaxy AI Black White Sky Blue Cobalt Violet Galaxy AI basic features provided by Samsung are free. Any Samsung enhanced AI features and all third-party AI features are subject to different terms and may be subject to fees.
  • Our best camera with ProVisual Engine 12MP f/2.2 Selfie Camera 50MP f/1.9 Ultra Wide 200MP f/1.4 Wide 2x Optical-Quality Zoom 50MP f/2.9 Telephoto 5x Optical Zoom 10x Optical-Quality Zoom 10MP f/2.4 Telephoto 3x Optical Zoom Customized processor for Galaxy NPU GPU CPU Fast. Powerful. AI-ready. Ultra-long lasting. Ultra-fast charge. 5000mAh Up to 60w wired charging Requires 60W Super Fast Charger (sold separately). Charging speed depends on battery level and other factors, use only Samsung-approved chargers; do not use any worn or damaged chargers or cables; incompatible charger or cable can cause serious injuries or damage to your device
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  • What's in the box - Galaxy S26 Ultra - S Pen - USB-C charge cable - Ejection pin
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Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Black

Model:
SM-S948UZKAXAA
SKU:
6669733
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$1,099.99
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 310 reviews

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Customers are saying

Customers highly value the Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) for its exceptional camera quality and incredibly smooth overall performance. Many appreciate the improved battery life and the speed and smoothness it offers for daily use. The privacy screen feature is also well-received, and some customers find the design and available features appealing.

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  • Best upgrade- Superior to Apple

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I give this phone a big 5. The S26 Ultra is fast, smooth, and feels extremely premium. The display and camera quality are amazing, battery life is solid, and the new AI features are actually useful. Definitely worth upgrading if you want one of the best Android phones available.

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    S26 Uitra

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall very good. But see a hastle with the trade-in process where you have to wait in store until data transfer is done. It should have customer option to go home and do transfer and return and then it should refund back for trade-in value.

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Good phone

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The best phone its very very good I like it thanks

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    S26 ultra

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The phone is great and no problem with it at all. This is a game changer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Flagship

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesomeness wrapped up in a phone! Best phone ever

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Overall performance

    Samsung yes

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was good so awesome I loved it, I defenetly recommend this

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    S26 ultra

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Samsung 26 ultra is really a good phone l higher recommend it

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great Deal on Samsung S26

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Found a great deal at Best Buy for my Samsung S26. They were great with helping me transfer my data and making sure everything was set up the way I wanted. The battery life is amazing and the picture quality terrific. I'm very pleased with my decision to purchase the S26.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    Samsung S26 ultra

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent phone and i recommended to everyone . Thank you .

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Thank you

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No complaints so far, everything is working as it should. Great phone

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Sky Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Good cell phone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excelent phone i love samsung Best buy os mi store

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Sky Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Me encanta

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So far it's perfect,esperar que pase la prueba y les digo

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Sky Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • All mine

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just beautiful, can't believe it's all mine & the privacy is out of this world

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - White

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Simply the Best

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best Android phone ever on this planet. If you wanna challenge, not even in your dreams.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Mobile phone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Exellent mobile phone exellent camera and exellent apps

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality

    Very pleased with the product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Samsung galaxy S26 ultra bestia camara And very special

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Cobalt Violet

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Phone

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This new phone that we got at Best Buy is amazing good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Overall performance

    My pone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Exelent This product is excellent; I love how it works.

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Sky Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Big changes I like it

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has a lot of changes from the s21 ultra, the IA really helpful, the camera is really amazing

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Sky Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Phone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great phone. I upgraded from the A 35. .

    This review is from Samsung - Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB (Unlocked) - Sky Blue

    I would recommend this to a friend
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