"Last year, Samsung slashed the weight of its Galaxy S25 Ultra, but the handset wasn't comfortable to hold or use for long durations. The flat sides with sharp edges were an ergonomic nightmare, and I'm glad Samsung has fixed it -- to an extent. The new Galaxy S26 Ultra has a similar design to its predecessor. You get flat edges, rounded corners, minimal bezels on the display, and buttons on the right side. However, it feels more comfortable to hold and is a big step up from the Galaxy S25 Ultra."
"Samsung says the new Galaxy S26 Ultra is its "slimmest Ultra yet." It has shaved off a decent 0.3mm in thickness, landing at a respectable 7.9mm. At 214 grams, it is also the lightest mainstream big phone. To compare, it is thinner and lighter than the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (8.75mm, 233g) and the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (8.5mm, 232g)."
"From the pixel-level Privacy Display feature to an all-new agentic AI and improved night mode videos, the Galaxy S26 Ultra seems like a solid upgrade over its predecessor. I used it for an hour ahead of launch, and here's why I think it's a bigger upgrade than the last two generations."
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 series, its third-generation AI phones, featuring three models: Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra. The S26 Ultra represents a substantial upgrade with a redesigned form factor addressing previous ergonomic issues. At 7.9mm thick and 214 grams, it is the slimmest and lightest mainstream flagship phone, surpassing competitors like iPhone 17 Pro Max and Pixel 10 Pro XL. Key improvements include a Privacy Display feature, new agentic AI capabilities, and enhanced night mode video recording. The design maintains flat edges and rounded corners while providing improved comfort. However, camera and battery updates remain incremental rather than revolutionary.
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