Samsung Galaxy S26+

The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is the mid-sized flagship in the S26 lineup — more screen and more battery than the standard S26, without stepping up to Ultra territory.

• 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with up to 2600 nits peak brightness for clear, vibrant visuals in any light.
• Exynos 2600 processor — fast, power-efficient and tuned for Galaxy AI, with 4x improved image processing precision through mDNIe technology.
• 50MP triple camera system with AI-enhanced processing for sharper stills and better low-light results.
• 4900mAh battery with up to 31 hours of video playback and 69% charge in around 30 minutes.
• IP68 rated with an Armor Aluminum frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on front and back.
• Galaxy AI built in — including Now Nudge, Now Brief, Photo Assist and Creative Studio.

All three share the same design language and Galaxy AI features, but each is built for a different kind of user.

• Galaxy S26 Ultra — 6.9-inch display, 200MP camera, 5000mAh battery with 31 hours video playback, built-in S Pen and Privacy Display.
• Galaxy S26+ — 6.7-inch display, 50MP camera, 4900mAh battery with 31 hours video playback. The sweet spot if you want a bigger screen and long battery life without the Ultra extras.
• Galaxy S26 — 6.3-inch display, 50MP camera, 4300mAh battery with 30 hours video playback. The compact option for everyday carry.

The Galaxy S26+ is available at JB Hi-Fi in Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black and White.

The Galaxy S26+ is built to handle everyday use without needing extra care.

• Armor Aluminum frame — reinforced protection for the internals and edges without adding unnecessary bulk.
• Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both the front and back — ion-strengthened for impact resistance without affecting display clarity.
• IP68 rated — protected against dust and water for everyday peace of mind.

The Samsung Magnet Case is a solid everyday option for the S26+. It has a built-in magnetic ring that aligns perfectly with wireless chargers and magnetic accessories, keeping charging simple and protection sorted in one package.

For heavier drop protection, OtterBox and ZAGG options are also available across our full range of Galaxy S26 cases and accessories at JB Hi-Fi.

The Galaxy S26+ runs on the Exynos 2600 — Samsung's latest chip designed to deliver strong CPU, GPU, NPU and AI performance while keeping the battery running efficiently.

• Boosted NPU for faster, smarter Galaxy AI processing across all built-in features.
• 4x improved image processing precision through Samsung's mDNIe technology — sharper visuals with less battery impact.
• Improved multitasking — app switching, background tasks and quick unlocks all feel snappy throughout the day.

Yes. The Galaxy S26+ has a redesigned Vapour Chamber that improves thermal performance by 29% over the S25 Series. It spreads heat more evenly through a continuous evaporation and condensation cycle, keeping the CPU and GPU from throttling during long gaming sessions, streaming or heavy multitasking.

Yes. The Galaxy S26+'s 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display has been improved in a few meaningful ways over the S25 Plus.

• Peak brightness of 2600 nits — easy to read clearly in direct sunlight.
• 4x improved mDNIe image processing for richer colour and sharper on-screen detail.
• ProScaler upgrades for cleaner upscaling when streaming or gaming.

The Galaxy S26+ has a 4900mAh battery built for a full day of use. You can stream video for up to 31 hours on a single charge, and the power-efficient Exynos 2600 chip helps the battery hold up even under heavier load throughout the day.

The Galaxy S26+ charges quickly. You can get to 69% in around 30 minutes with fast wired charging. Wireless charging is also supported for when you're not in a rush.

The Galaxy S26+ comes in two storage options, both with 12GB RAM.

• 256GB — ideal if you mostly stream content and take photos or videos occasionally.
• 512GB — better if you shoot in high resolution regularly, download a lot of files or run multiple apps at once.

If you mostly stream music and video and don't keep much locally on your phone, 256GB is plenty. If you take a lot of photos and videos in high resolution or regularly download files and apps, 512GB gives you more breathing room without needing to manage storage.

Yes. The Galaxy S26+ uses Samsung's Nightography video system to improve low-light footage. The Exynos 2600 processor applies real-time noise reduction to boost colour accuracy and fine detail when you're shooting in the dark, so night videos come out cleaner than you'd expect from a 50MP camera at this price point.

The Galaxy S26+ supports up to 30x digital zoom with 3x optical zoom.

• 3x optical zoom — the maximum zoom range with no loss in quality, using the dedicated telephoto lens.
• Digital zoom up to 30x — lets you frame distant subjects beyond the optical range when you need a closer look.

The Galaxy S26+ has a triple camera system covering the full range of everyday shooting.

• 50MP Wide — high-resolution stills with strong detail for everyday photography.
• 12MP Ultrawide — fits more into the frame for landscapes, architecture and group shots.
• 12MP front camera — AI-enhanced selfies with natural-looking skin tones and improved low-light results.

Yes, the Galaxy S26+ brings AI and software improvements to the camera experience over the S25 Series.

• AI ISP on the front camera — Galaxy AI processes each selfie in real time for more natural skin tones, sharper hair and eyebrow detail and better low-light results.
• Super Steady Horizontal Lock — keeps video footage level no matter how much you tilt the phone while walking or running.
• Improved Nightography — smarter noise reduction for cleaner low-light video across both front and rear cameras.

The Galaxy S26+ adds several new Galaxy AI features on top of what was available on the S25 Series.

• Text prompts in Photo Assist — type what edit you want done and Galaxy AI takes care of it.
• Now Nudge — reads what's on your screen and suggests useful shortcuts, like jumping to Calendar when an event is mentioned or opening Gallery when someone asks for photos.
• Now Brief — delivers bite-sized, personalised reminders based on information saved on your device like booking details or birthdays.

Galaxy AI on the S26+ is built to take small tasks off your plate throughout the day rather than sitting unused in a settings menu.

• Now Nudge — understands what's on screen and surfaces Autofill suggestions or quick shortcuts to keep things moving.
• Now Brief — delivers routines and reminders based on your habits and schedule without you needing to go looking for them.
• Search with Finder — finds content saved on your device through the home screen, so you spend less time trying to remember where things are stored.

Yes. The Galaxy S26+ has Photo Assist and Creative Studio built in — both powered by Galaxy AI.

• Photo Assist — move, resize or remove objects, fill in backgrounds, or use simple text prompts in the Create section to edit photos without any manual effort.
• Creative Studio — automatically generates fun creations like sticker sets from your photos at the tap of a button, ready to share straight away.

The Galaxy S26+ brings hardware and software upgrades across the board compared to the Galaxy S25 Plus.

• New chipset — Exynos 2600 replaces the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform used in the S25 Plus, with improved AI, GPU and power efficiency.
• Redesigned camera island — a cleaner ambient island design gives the S26+ a more refined look.
• 4x improved mDNIe display processing — sharper, more vibrant visuals compared to the S25 Plus display.
• 29% better thermal performance — redesigned Vapour Chamber keeps the phone cooler during demanding use.
• Faster charging — 69% in 30 minutes, up from the S25 Plus.

Yes. The Galaxy S26+ holds up well during long gaming sessions.

• Redesigned Vapour Chamber — 29% better thermal performance keeps the CPU and GPU running at speed even during extended play.
• mDNIe with 4x improved processing precision — more vibrant colours and sharper display clarity so games look more detailed.
• Improved ray tracing — more realistic lighting, shadows and reflections in supported titles.

As of March 2026, Galaxy AI language support varies by feature. Photo Assist and Creative Studio support 41 languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Korean, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Arabic, Hindi and more. Now Nudge, Now Brief recalled data and Search with Finder support 13 languages including English, Korean, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Polish, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Thai, Hindi and Vietnamese.

Galaxy AI on the S26+ is built with on-device processing as the default, so your personal data stays on your phone rather than being sent to external servers.

• Personal Data Engine — processes data on the device, then encrypts and stores it locally using KEEP and Knox Vault.
• AI Controls settings — choose which features can access your personal data and decide whether processing happens on-device or in the cloud.
• Knox Matrix Trust Chain — connected security across your Samsung device ecosystem, managed from your Galaxy phone.

Switching to the Galaxy S26+ is straightforward. Samsung's Smart Switch app handles the transfer — move contacts, photos, videos, messages, notes and calendar events from your old phone wirelessly or via cable in one go. The whole process is simple enough that you can be up and running on the same day your new phone arrives.

Yes. Samsung's Smart Switch app supports transfers from iOS. Contacts, photos, videos, notes and calendar events all move across, either wirelessly or via a cable for faster transfer. Once done, your data is ready to go on your new Galaxy S26+ straight away.