The South Korean tech giant has unveiled the new Galaxy S26 smartphone family, introducing innovative solutions in data security and performance. Key novelties include displays that protect against onlookers and the integrated Galaxy AI system, set to revolutionize device interaction. Simultaneously, the Galaxy Buds 4 headphones have hit the market, and older models have seen significant price cuts coinciding with the start of pre-orders for the new generation.
Privacy-protecting screen
The new display technology prevents bystanders from reading screen content at an angle, protecting against shoulder surfing in public places.
Completely new battery
Samsung has applied new battery technology, which is supposed to significantly extend the battery life of its flagships despite the growing energy demands of AI.
AI integration with Google
Close cooperation with the giant from Mountain View is intended to lead to the creation of a next-generation operating system based on artificial intelligence.
Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro
Premiere of the new generation of wireless headphones, offering better sound quality and intelligent ambient noise reduction.
The premiere of the flagship Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone series has captured the attention of global tech media, which are focusing primarily on innovative hardware and software solutions. The biggest surprise turned out to be the introduction of a novel display with magnetic and privacy properties. This technology aims to protect the user from so-called shoulder surfing, preventing bystanders from viewing screen content at an angle. Under the hood of the new series are completely new battery cells, which are supposed to provide record-breaking battery life on a single charge. Samsung has taken a bold step by abandoning previous accessory mounting standards in favor of a new internal architecture, sparking widespread discussion among reviewers. In the software area, the One UI 8.5 overlay debuted with a refreshed Bixby assistant, which is part of a broader strategy by Samsung and Google. Both companies are working on deeper integration of the system with artificial intelligence, which in the future could lead to the creation of an operating system fully based on AI models. Since its debut in 2010, the Galaxy S family has set standards in the world of Android devices, competing directly with Apple's iPhones for the title of the most advanced smartphones in the world. Alongside the phones, the wireless headphones from the Galaxy Buds 4 series were presented, offering improved noise cancellation and longer battery life. The Polish premiere coincided with official price reductions for the previous generation, the Galaxy S25 model, which is a standard market practice aimed at clearing warehouses before the mass distribution of new products. Experts note that despite the tempting pre-order offer, it's worth considering purchasing older models, which technically remain very competitive. „Resulta que para innovar en móviles solo hacía falta una cosa: chorraditas (muy) útiles” (It turns out that to innovate in mobiles, only one thing was needed: (very) useful little gimmicks) — Representative of the Xataka editorial team It's worth noting that Samsung is increasingly emphasizing its own service ecosystem, offering dedicated bonuses for purchases made directly on its website. This strategy aims to build customer loyalty and increase control over the end-user experience. The new S26 series, including the top Ultra model, also focuses on the development of mobile photography thanks to new video stabilization algorithms that are said to rival professional recording equipment.