Galaxy S26 lineup arrives with up to $200 preorder perks

Samsung announced the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, with preorders open ahead of a March 11 launch. Prices start at $899.99 for the S26, $1,099.99 for the S26 Plus, and $1,299.99 for the S26 Ultra (256GB base on the Ultra). Retailer promos vary: Amazon and Best Buy offer gift cards or discounts (up to $200 on Ultra; $100–$200 on other models depending on storage), Samsung is also offering preorder credits, and major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) are running bill-credit promos including free devices with trade-ins. The S26 family features a privacy display on the Ultra, AI features via Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Gemini, and larger batteries across the lineup (6.3–6.9-inch displays; 4,000–5,000mAh). Preorders are available from Samsung, Amazon, and Best Buy.