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Samsung just announced three new phones in the Galaxy S26 series lineup, as well as an update to its earbuds in the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro.
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Most notably, the new Galaxy S26 Ultra comes with built-in Privacy Display, which applies a block-out tint when viewed at an angle, preventing strangers from snooping on your phone's screen. The Galaxy Buds 4 Pro come with a wider woofer to supply full-spectrum sound true to the original recording, all while intelligently adapting to real-world conditions.
Preorders for the new devices start today, and all announced products will officially go on sale on Wednesday, March 11. Here's how to preorder every new Galaxy device, plus a guide to which retailers are offering the best deals.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
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Aside from the Privacy Display feature, Samsung's highest-end phone received the most upgrades, including Super-Fast Charging 3.0, which minimizes downtime by reaching up to a 75% charge in just 30 minutes. The camera also got an upgrade with Enhanced Nightography Video and better Super Steady capabilities. The Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $1,300.
Also: I tried the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and need the Privacy Display feature on my iPhone ASAP
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