The Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26+ are reliable upgrades for those using older generations, but lack a must-have feature or spec.
With a focus on continuity, the Galaxy S26 and S26+ offer refinements, including Horizon Lock for video recording, but no individual feature or functionality stands out.
The phones are powered by the Samsung-spec Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, resulting in improved performance and battery stamina.
The Galaxy S26 features a 6.3-inch display, while the S26+ has a slightly larger battery and faster wireless charging.
While the cameras carry over from last year's phones, the image processing pipeline is new, resulting in vivid and detailed daytime photos.
However, the cameras may not be enough to justify the high prices, and Samsung needs to up its game in this area for future models.
