The upcoming Galaxy S26 series, set to launch early next year, is bringing some noteworthy upgrades. Notably, Samsung is reserving several premium enhancements exclusively for the Galaxy S26 Ultra, setting it apart from the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus. These exclusive improvements may persuade even casual users to opt for the Ultra model over its siblings.
Faster Charging and Privacy Display Improvements
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to introduce faster wired and wireless charging speeds, significantly improving user convenience. Reports indicate the Ultra will support up to 60W wired charging, an increase from the previous 45W, along with 25W wireless charging, up from 15W. Meanwhile, the Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus models appear unlikely to receive similar enhancements in charging capabilities. Alongside charging, the Ultra model will reportedly feature an upgraded privacy display that adds another layer of screen security.
Advanced AI Features Exclusive to the Ultra
These AI enhancements won’t be available at launch on other S26 models or even on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which will have to wait several months for a software update. This exclusive rollout of AI capabilities highlights Samsung’s strategy to differentiate its Ultra flagship extensively.
Is AI Enough to Win Your Upgrade?
- Yes, I want the latest and greatest features: 17.85%
- Nope, I don't care about AI: 58.21%
- I'm getting an S26 Ultra, but not for the AI: 23.94%
Another exciting upgrade exclusive to the Galaxy S26 Ultra is its enhanced selfie camera, which supports a wider field of view. For many, this improvement may be a more compelling reason to choose the Ultra over other models than the AI features alone.
Patience or Premium?
For those who aren’t ready to invest in the Ultra model just yet, waiting may pay off as features trickle down to older models over time. However, early adopters craving top-tier performance and exclusive innovations will find the Galaxy S26 Ultra difficult to resist.
