A lucky customer has already received their Galaxy S26 Ultra
Source: Android Authority
TL;DR
- One lucky Galaxy S26 Ultra buyer has already received their order.
- The customer appears to be in the EU.
- Details are scarce, but they report buying the phone directly from their carrier, Deutsche Telekom.
Early delivery reports
The Galaxy S26 pre‑orders went live right after the Unpacked event this week. While most customers may have to wait days or weeks for a new Galaxy S26, Plus, or Ultra, at least one buyer received their Galaxy S26 Ultra almost a day after launch.
Reddit confirmation
Reddit user Boris499 posted that they received the Galaxy S26 Ultra less than 24 hours after the launch. The original post was removed because it exposed the device’s IMEI, but the user reposted with new images showing the back of the phone:
Reddit post – “I got it early” (deleted)
Reddit repost with images
The user did not disclose their exact location, but they mentioned purchasing the phone directly from Deutsche Telekom, a carrier that operates throughout the EU and is part of the T‑Mobile group.
Other early receipts
A YouTuber managed to obtain a Galaxy S26 Ultra in the United Arab Emirates before the official launch, though it was bought from a third‑party retailer at roughly three times the standard price.
Official delivery timeline
According to Samsung, shipments of the Galaxy S26 series are expected to start March 6, with in‑store availability beginning March 11. As with previous releases, some users may receive their devices earlier than the announced dates.
Pricing (US)
| Model | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Galaxy S26 | $899.99 |
| Galaxy S26 Plus | $1,099.99 |
| Galaxy S26 Ultra | $1,299.99 |
Trade‑in programs may offer additional discounts for customers upgrading from an existing Samsung device.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Privacy display • Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy • Power AI features
- MSRP: $1,299.99
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is Samsung’s slimmest and lightest Ultra yet, featuring a 6.9‑inch 10‑bit display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, and a redesigned cooling system. It sports a brighter 200 MP main camera, upgraded zoom, advanced 8K video capabilities, and Ultra‑exclusive privacy and AI tools.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus
- Powerful performance • New Galaxy AI features • Faster wireless charging
- MSRP: $1,099.99
The Plus model offers a large display, a 4,900 mAh battery with faster wireless charging, and the same AI capabilities as its siblings, positioned at a mid‑range price point.
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Powerful performance • New Galaxy AI features • Bigger battery
- MSRP: $899.99
The compact flagship pairs a slightly larger display with solid battery life, fast performance, and the full suite of Galaxy AI features at a more affordable price.