Who is waiting for the S26 Ultra?

[Dualmonitors]

https://twitter.com/x/status/2005976193062035804

the following video clearly says stylus is still there:

 

[Rose4uKY]

I just googled it and hope it's not true. I thought the base price was going to stay the same too. Guess we will just wait until it's closer to launch.

Yes, it looks like Samsung likely will not offer the "free memory upgrade" (double storage) pre-order deal for the Galaxy S26 series in 2026, primarily due to soaring DRAM/NAND memory costs driven by high AI server demand, leading to higher component prices and a potential end to that popular perk for consumers. Instead of free upgrades, expect potentially higher base prices and possibly the elimination of the 128GB base model for the S26, as Samsung focuses on profitability amid market volatility, according to late 2025 rumors.

 

[Rose4uKY]

Well this was just in my notifications along with a couple you tube videos. But we'lll see I still want the purple ultra.

 

[BerryBubbles]

Well this was just in my notifications along with a couple you tube videos. But we'lll see I still want the purple ultra.

Another leak on X regarding pricing.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2006651789702213937

These leaks are like roller coasters...

 

[Dualmonitors]

this pricing move by samsung is very bold indeed!

wow.

this means that they are more concerned about losing marketshare than purely profitability.

 

[notforhire]

keeping my powder dry

 

[Rose4uKY]

Another leak on X regarding pricing.

https://twitter.com/x/status/2006651789702213937

These leaks are like roller coasters...

I saw that a bit ago so I am guessing it will be the same price and hopefully free memory upgrade. I read no titanium and using Exynos in some areas will make up for the same price I don't know. I did see a 100 reserve but it was for TV monitors and appliances. One picture on X said Ultra Violet and it looked dark like my 24 but the circle thumbnail off to the right was pretty. I hope it's not like the 24U and a lighter prettier purple. I just saw where the free mystery box will have a 65W charger in it from Samsung Guru. I bought my friend and she paid me 2 x 25U cause of my healthcare discount on black friday. I am wondering if I'll be able to order two again for me and my husband with trade in this time and get 2 discounts. I hope so!

 

[Dualmonitors]

that mystery box from sammyGuru is ONLY IF you bought through one of their affiliate links!

i always buy unlocked ultras from samsung.com directly, as they ship the soonest and we'd likely get our phones several days before others.

that's too bad, that mystery box's contents (not too mysterious) sounded useful.

btw, is anyone else aware of a Samsung corporate's "First Look 2026" Livestream just ahead of CES? Jan 4th, 10PM Eastern:

 

[Rose4uKY]

that mystery box from sammyGuru is ONLY IF you bought through one of their affiliate links!

i always buy unlocked ultras from samsung.com directly, as they ship the soonest and we'd likely get our phones several days before others.

that's too bad, that mystery box's contents (not too mysterious) sounded useful.

btw, is anyone else aware of a Samsung corporate's "First Look 2026" Livestream just ahead of CES? Jan 4th, 10PM Eastern:

I did the watch 8 mystery box I used their link but still logged in and bought from Samsung. Not sure if I used my work email for the discount or used my Gmail I have two Samsung accounts. I also think I activated my cash back app also but am not a 100% sure. But yeah why call it a mystery box and than tell you what's in it. So what does it mean 1st look January 4th can we maybe get it sooner than March? I wish! But yes we always order from Samsung also and do unlocked and we will trade in our 24U. I traded in my watch 7 and got from Samsung with my healthcare discount and used the link from Guru when I bought my watch 8.

 

[nuangel2]

I have my unlocked S24 ultra still working well
I did not find S25ultra worth upgrading to. I was looking forward to S26 ultra but I still prefer the flat corners of my S24 ultra I am not sure yet if I we upgrade this time either

 

[edubfromktown]

I have my unlocked S24 ultra still working well
I did not find S25ultra worth upgrading to. I was looking forward to S26 ultra but I still prefer the flat corners of my S24 ultra I am not sure yet if I we upgrade this time either

I upgraded from S24+ to S25 Ultra (pre-order 512 GB) and I intend to ride this pony for a while as S26 Ultra is not dramatically different.

 

[notforhire]

I have my unlocked S24 ultra still working well
I did not find S25ultra worth upgrading to. I was looking forward to S26 ultra but I still prefer the flat corners of my S24 ultra I am not sure yet if I we upgrade this time either

ditto

 

[BerryBubbles]

I have my unlocked S24 ultra still working well
I did not find S25ultra worth upgrading to. I was looking forward to S26 ultra but I still prefer the flat corners of my S24 ultra I am not sure yet if I we upgrade this time either

ditto

I'm thinking the same.

When Samsung ran that great sale on the s25 Ultras a while back, I just couldn't convince myself it was worthwhile.

I also couldn't talk myself into upgrading to the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic in July.

I'm missing the Wow factor.

Maybe next round!

 

[Laura Knotek]

I have my unlocked S24 ultra still working well
I did not find S25ultra worth upgrading to. I was looking forward to S26 ultra but I still prefer the flat corners of my S24 ultra I am not sure yet if I we upgrade this time either

ditto

Same here. In addition to preferring the flat corners, I also prefer the Bluetooth S Pen.

 

[Rose4uKY]

I have my unlocked S24 ultra still working well
I did not find S25ultra worth upgrading to. I was looking forward to S26 ultra but I still prefer the flat corners of my S24 ultra I am not sure yet if I we upgrade this time either

Yes same here I didn't think the 25 was worth upgrading to. But I am liking several of the new specs of the 26U and will upgrade. Plus I am loving the Ultra Violet Color. I do love my 24U though. I have a friend who will upgrade and do whatever deal TMobile has she still has a 21U so she will love it. They gave her like 800 for her 9 plus to go to the 21 she and her husband keep phones for a long time. But they are both due. She told me last week her granddaughter for a free new iPhone and she thought about switching hubby said no. I would never even consider it. Been team Android since the very 1st HTC EVO!