Galaxy S26 Ultra: A colossal, AI-powered flagship that dazzles yet wears its size as a drawback

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra packs top-tier performance (6.9-inch 120Hz display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, 5000 mAh) with a beefed-up camera setup and on-device AI features (Gemini, Perplexity, Bixby). It introduces Privacy Display for partial screen blackout and delivers impressive photography, video and heat management, earning praise for future-proofing and speed. However, its massive size makes it unwieldy as a daily driver, so it’s best for power users and creators willing to pay about $1,299 for a feature-rich, Android flagship.