Sports broadcasting is evolving, bringing fans closer to the experience by moving cameras closer to the action. Samsung is driving this shift with the Galaxy camera system and its ability to operate at broadcast-level performance through the pairing of connectivity and mobility.

Earlier this year, Galaxy flagship device was used to stream Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026, where Samsung worked alongside Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) to embed Galaxy devices throughout the venue at one of the world’s largest sports stages.

The result was a new layer of visual storytelling, capturing dynamic perspectives that complemented traditional broadcast coverage. These capabilities extended to the Galaxy Unpacked 2026, showcasing its ability to deliver professional-grade video capture and transmission.

Now, Samsung is helping lead this transformation within skateboarding competitions by embedding Galaxy S26 Ultra directly into key course features — including rails, ledges and gaps — across the entire SLS 2026 season, fully scaling the Galaxy POV (point of view) first introduced at the 2026 SLS Sydney stop.

“Mobile innovation is opening new possibilities for how sports are captured and experienced,” said Joshua Cho, Executive Vice President and Head of the Visual Solution Team, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “At Milano Cortina we demonstrated how Galaxy technology can complement traditional broadcast systems. With Street League Skateboarding, we’re bringing that same approach directly into the course with our newest, most advanced device camera, and using mobile POV to capture skateboarding from entirely new perspectives.”

Embedded throughout the course, the devices provide skater-level perspectives, offering angles that traditional broadcast systems often cannot capture. This footage feeds directly into the live production workflow, enabling near-instant replay and offering viewers a fresh visual experience that reflects the intensity of the sport itself.

From speed to the precision of every landing, skateboarding is defined by details that are often lost from a distance. With mobile cameras placed directly inside the course, Samsung is reimagining how the sport is experienced, bringing fans closer to each mid-air movement, board flip and landing. These new perspectives offer deeper insight into technique, timing and control, while strengthening the connection between fans, the sport and the athlete.

Featuring Samsung’s most advanced mobile imaging system to date, Galaxy S26 Ultra is designed to perform in fast-moving, unpredictable environments, much like the athletes themselves. It delivers professional-grade camera performance and high-quality footage across a wide range of shooting conditions with enhanced stabilisation, intelligent processing and the ability to maintain clarity in low-light or high-speed conditions. This allows it to operate alongside conventional cameras while maintaining clarity, stability and detail within spaces traditional broadcast cameras cannot easily access.

The placement of Galaxy S26 Ultra devices follows the rhythm and flow of each run, revealing the style, speed and precision of each trick from within the course itself. Galaxy features also extend the creative possibilities of production. Features such as Super Steady¹ with horizontal lock stabilisation help maintain smooth, level footage even during high-speed motion, while Instant Slow-Mo² with horizontal lock stabilisation help maintain smooth, level footage even during high-speed motion, while Instant Slow-Mo enables detailed replay of tricks as they happen. Together, these capabilities allow production teams to capture skateboarding with greater clarity, stability and proximity — showcasing the precision, style and technical skill behind every movement.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 04: <>during the Samsung and Street League Skateboarding’s Los Angeles Takeover at Ace Mission Studios on April 04, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Samsung)

“Skateboarding is reaching more people than ever before, especially as the sport continues to grow on the global stage,” said Brett Clarke, Chief Revenue Officer at Thrill Sports, the parent company of Street League Skateboarding. “Collaborations like the one we have with Samsung help us evolve how the sport is shared with fans while staying true to the creativity and culture that define skateboarding.”

The debut of Galaxy S26 Ultra POV integration at the SLS DTLA Takeover signals where sports broadcasting is heading next. As the SLS Championship Tour continues, Samsung will continue exploring how mobile technology can evolve into versatile broadcast tools. Looking ahead to major global sporting events and the road to Los Angeles 2028, this shift suggests a future in which the boundary between smartphone camera and broadcast camera continues to disappear, bringing fans closer to the action.

About Street League Skateboarding

Since its inception in 2010, Street League Skateboarding (SLS) has propelled street skateboarding from a collection of independent standalone events to a renowned global series. As pioneers of street skateboarding’s premium qualification system and competition format, SLS offers an amateur-to-professional pathway and creates thrilling live events across the globe. The SLS Championship Tour is recognized as the world’s premier professional street skateboarding competition. Events take place on custom-built, one-of-a-kind, SLS-certified plazas in major cities around the world, with the best in the sport competing for the highest stakes. For more information, visit StreetLeague.com.

[1] Results may vary depending on editing method and/or shooting conditions

[2] Instant Slow-mo feature is available on Samsung Video Player and Samsung Gallery. May not be available on certain video file types. Accuracy of results not guaranteed.

Samsung Newsroom explored how Galaxy S26 Ultra’s AI features enhance travel moments while testing them on location in the city.

[Photo Assist]

Restore and Refine With a Single Prompt

When traveling, it’s easy to reach for the fork before snapping a photo. At a café in San Francisco, a cake had already been partially eaten — but with Galaxy S26 Ultra, even that missed moment was easily resolved.

By simply typing, “Make it look uneaten,” Photo Assist^[1] restored the cake to its original form.

▲ Before-and-after comparison of a partially eaten cake edited using Photo Assist

Re-Imagine Any Scene After the Shot

Capturing the perfect shot while traveling isn’t always easy. Moments when the scenery, subject and timing align are rare.

Using Photo Assist, a photo of San Francisco’s streets was combined with an image of a passing tram, creating a seamless result — as if taken in a single moment.

▲ Before-and-after comparison of a street scene combined with a tram using Photo Assist

Another notable feature is the ability to change the time of day. After uploading a daytime photo of San Francisco’s harbor and entering prompts such as “Make it look like sunset” or “Turn it into a night scene,” Galaxy AI adjusted the sky and lighting to recreate the scene at a different time of day.

▲ Before-and-after comparison of a daytime harbor scene transformed into sunset and nighttime scenes using Photo Assist

[Creative Studio]

Turn Photos Into Artistic Creations

After capturing a scene of sea lions at Pier 39 — one of San Francisco’s iconic landmarks — the photo was imported into Creative Studio. Selecting the Oil painting style, Galaxy AI^[2] analysed the image’s texture and colors, transforming it into an oil painting-style image.

▲ Before-and-after comparison of a sea lion scene at Pier 39 rendered in an oil painting style using Creative Studio

The result is re-imagined with a different aesthetic, making it feel like an entirely new piece.

Creative Studio^[3] on Galaxy S26 Ultra transforms travel photos into a range of styles, helping users preserve memories through fresh perspectives.

▲ Oil painting-style image of a San Francisco scene generated using Creative Studio

Create Custom Stickers With Ease

Custom stickers were also created using a photo of sea lions. After launching Creative Studio, selecting an image and choosing a style, tapping “Generate” produced a character sticker that captured the sea lions’ distinctive features.

Users can generate images repeatedly until they achieve the desired result, then choose from seven themes — such as “A slice of Life,” “School days” or “Today’s vibe” — to save the sticker as a themed set.

▲ Sea lion stickers designed using Creative Studio

These stickers can be used not only to decorate photos, but also across text-based apps including messaging and notes.

With Creative Studio, users can transform everyday photos into personalised content, sharing memories in new ways — whether among friends and family or on social media.

Capturing moments in San Francisco with Galaxy S26 Ultra and enhancing them with Galaxy AI made travel memories richer than ever. From shooting and editing to sharing, the entire process comes together seamlessly in a single device.

[1] Requires network connection and Samsung account login. A visible watermark is overlaid on the saved image to indicate it was generated by Galaxy AI. Accuracy of output not guaranteed.

[2] Samsung account login and network connection required. Galaxy AI features are provided for free. Future releases may include additional advanced features that are offered as part of a paid subscription plan. Different terms may apply for AI features provided by third parties.

[3] Requires network connection and Samsung account login. Accuracy of output not guaranteed.

As millions of Brits get ready to enjoy the Easter weekend, new research from Samsung finds the UK’s public spaces have become shared screens, exposing a stream of private content from personal photos to bank details.

Over half (57%) of Brits have admitted they have unintentionally looked at a stranger’s phone in public, while a further 26% admit curiosity has got the better of them, citing public transport as the most likely place to notice someone else’s screen (61%).

Samsung Electronics surveyed 1,000 Brits^[2] to support the launch of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which introduces a world-first built-in Privacy Display on mobile. This new hardware-based technology keeps screen content visible only from the front to protect privacy from side angles, without compromising the viewing experience^[3].

With nearly half (61%) confident they can keep their phone use private in crowded places, the majority (59%) say it’s easy to view someone else’s screen in public, revealing a growing privacy perception gap. Despite more than a quarter (28%) ignoring or looking away immediately (27%), 7% admit to continuing to look discreetly.

From messages to money: what is at stake

Nearly half (49%) have felt someone was looking at their phone screen in public, but only 12% agree using a smartphone in public is a private activity. Consumers may know this risk already, but these new findings indicate that visible information is often unexpectedly personal.

And it’s not just harmless scrolling that’s on display – over one-third (40%) of Brits say they have seen personal content on a stranger’s phone in public – with 34% agreeing they have seen something they felt they should not have seen.

The most commonly spotted content includes:

• Personal Photos / camera roll – 37%
• Face or voice of someone on a video call – 33%
• Personal messages (e.g., from a partner/spouse) – 32%
• Social media notifications/profiles – 41%
• Online shopping – 20%
• Dating app notifications/profiles – 17%
• Banking balance or account details – 16%

These instances are rarely intentional, but they highlight just how easily sensitive information can be exposed everyday situations. Public transport remains the most common setting for these encounters (61%), followed by queues in shops and supermarkets (36%), and social spaces such as bars, restaurants and cafés (14%).

A growing shift towards protecting personal information

As awareness of screen visibility grows, Brits are beginning to change how, and when, they use their phones in public.

Over a third (38%) say they have avoided or delayed doing something on their phone in public because someone might see their screen. This rises significantly for more sensitive actions, with 65% avoiding banking, and over half delaying entering passcodes (52%) or reading private messages (52%).

When it comes to reacting in the moment,  nearly half (47%) of people report stopping using their phone altogether, while only 10% would take action and confront the person.

These changes reflect a wider shift in how people think about privacy, not just as something managed through device settings, but as something influenced by their surroundings.

Designing for privacy in public

With Privacy Display on Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, people have a new tool to protect their information alongside these sensible habits to keep their information private. Privacy has long been a focus for Samsung, and Privacy Display represents the latest step in helping people keep their personal information private in the moments that matter – backed up with seven years of security updates to keep that protection in place over time.

Benjamin Braun, Chief Marketing Officer at Samsung Europe, stated: “Your phone is one of the most personal things you own, housing your photos, your bank details, your messages and more. I use public transport almost every day, and the last thing I want is the person next to me seeing what’s on my screen. That’s why we built the Privacy Display into the Galaxy S26 Ultra, so what’s on your screen stays yours.”

[1] Requires manual activation in settings to function. Privacy Display feature is not AI-powered.

[2] Survey of 1,000 smartphone users in the UK, conducted by Censuswide.

[3] When activated, some information may still be visible to others depending on the viewing environment, such as the angle or brightness. Caution is advised when exposing sensitive information.

Samsung Newsroom experienced the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera firsthand after Galaxy Unpacked 2026 in San Francisco, showcasing the city’s diverse scenery and unique atmosphere.

Sharp Detail at Any Distance

Pier 39, one of San Francisco’s most iconic landmarks, offers sweeping ocean views. With Galaxy S26 Ultra, even Alcatraz Island across the bay — typically seen clearly only up close by boat — appears crisp and detailed.

▲ (From top to bottom) Photo taken with Galaxy S26 Ultra and a cropped zoom of Alcatraz Island from above

Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 200MP wide-angle camera and a 50MP telephoto camera with 10x optical quality zoom. The 200MP camera delivers exceptional detail, especially when images are enlarged. The wider F1.4 aperture captures more light than its predecessor, producing richer textures and finer detail.¹ Even when zooming in or cropping, details remain sharp.

The camera also excels at video recording. When filming the sea lions at Pier 39 in 8K, even distant landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge remain clear and detailed when zoomed in.

▲ Video recorded with Galaxy S26 Ultra

Stable Video in Motion

Galaxy S26 Ultra is the first Galaxy device to support the Advanced Professional Video (APV) codec, a professional-grade format that preserves detail even after multiple edits.

When filming in crowded areas or on the move, Super Steady² keeps footage stable. The new horizontal lock option maintains a level frame in motion-heavy situations.

▲ Galaxy S26 Ultra records video while panning side to side.

To test the feature, Galaxy S26 Ultra was panned side to side at a nearby theme park. With the horizontal lock option on, the footage maintains a stable horizon. Compared with footage shot under the same conditions with the feature off, the difference is clear.

▲ Comparison of video recorded with Super Steady’s horizontal lock option on and off

With Galaxy S26 Ultra, users can record stable video without camera shake — from travel vlogs to activities like running or cycling.

Clear, Vivid Nights

As the sun sets, San Francisco’s streets take on a different atmosphere. With Galaxy S26 Ultra’s enhanced Nightography, the city’s iconic cable cars appear in motion at night.

▲ Galaxy S26 Ultra films the San Francisco’s night streets using Nightography.

A wider aperture and improved ProVisual Engine reduce noise in low light while preserving the mood of nighttime scenes. Moving cable cars and the night sky appear natural, reflecting the city’s after-dark atmosphere. Its nighttime charm — different from its daytime appeal — is rendered in vivid detail.

▲ Galaxy S26 Ultra films the San Francisco’s night streets using Nightography.

From the ocean and lively streets to the city at night, Galaxy S26 Ultra showcases San Francisco in stunning detail, creating vivid, lasting travel memories.

In part two of this series, Samsung Newsroom will explore the AI features of Galaxy S26 Ultra that extend the experience beyond capture to make everyday moments even more meaningful.

▲ Video of San Francisco shot with Galaxy S26 Ultra

[1] 47% more light on 200MP Wide camera and 37% on 50MP Telephoto (5x Optical Zoom) camera on Galaxy S26 Ultra. Brightness improvements shown are compared to Galaxy S25 Ultra

[2] Results may vary depending on editing method and/or shooting conditions

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced a global partnership with ‘BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG,’’ unveiling a new concert experience powered by Galaxy mobile technology that brings artists and the audience closer together.

BTS and ARMY have built a cultural movement that brings everyone together to celebrate self-expression and connection through music. This resulted in a global impact that fosters authentic shared experiences — values that resonate deeply with Samsung’s Galaxy brand philosophy. By harnessing the power of music and technology, Samsung and the ‘BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’’ are empowering people to capture special moments and share them with the world.

“Samsung believes that technology enriches everyday experiences,” said Stephanie Choi, EVP and Head of the Mobile Marketing Center, Mobile eXperience (MX) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Through this collaboration, Galaxy will serve as a bridge connecting artists and the audience, enabling people to experience concert moments more meaningfully and preserve and share those memories for longer.”

Building on Galaxy’s vision of meaningful, connected experiences, Samsung is reimagining the traditional concert viewing experience by enabling the audience to emotionally engage with artists and their performances in more immersive ways.

In particular, the Galaxy S26 Ultra camera captures memorable moments from live performances, allowing the audience around the world to relive and share the experience, bringing the energy and emotion of the concert into their everyday lives.

“Fans are at the heart of everything we do, shaping our music and journey together with us,” said Lee Jae-sang, CEO of HYBE. “Through this partnership with Samsung Electronics, we hope fans can experience concerts more vividly and create lasting memories.”

‘BTS WORLD TOUR ‘ARIRANG’’ will begin in Goyang, South Korea, and continue in major cities around the world through 2027. As part of the world tour, an exclusive BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SEOUL is taking place in Seoul from March 20 to April 19, including a range of Galaxy-powered immersive experiences to major landmarks across the city.

Fans can explore the Galaxy S26 series through interactive activities, including a stamp rally at Samsung’s Gangnam store and creating self-made stickers using the Galaxy AI-powered Creative Studio. Participants who complete the activities are eligible to receive prizes, including limited-edition ‘BTS THE CITY ARIRANG SEOUL’ merchandise.

Following Seoul, ‘BTS THE CITY’ will expand to other tour stops. Samsung will take part in the entire ’BTS THE CITY’ journey, driving innovation that encourages fans to express themselves, capture meaningful moments and expand everyday experiences with Galaxy.

Introduced with the Galaxy S25 series, Galaxy Z Fold7 and Galaxy Z Flip7, the One UI 8.5 beta programme is now available to more devices including Galaxy S24 series, Galaxy Z Fold6, Galaxy Z Flip6, Galaxy S25 FE, Galaxy S24 FE and Galaxy Tab S11 in select markets including UK, India, Korea and the U.S.

The beta programme will extend to more Galaxy devices in April. Users can register for the beta program via the Samsung Members app.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the new Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G, the latest Galaxy A series devices that bring Samsung’s newest mobile innovations – including enriched Awesome Intelligence^[1] – to more users worldwide. The latest Galaxy A series reflects Samsung’s commitment to expanding AI capabilities across more devices and empowering more users to harness the power of intuitive AI that simplifies everyday tasks. Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G strengthen the experiences users rely on every day with upgrades to performance, camera and display, alongside durability and security features.

With up to six generations of OS upgrades and long-term security support, the new Galaxy A series is built to last. Leading the lineup is Galaxy A57 5G, featuring a slimmer, more refined design and upgraded AI-powered capabilities that make it the most powerful Galaxy A series device yet. 

“Getting AI into the hands of more people matters just as much as pushing the boundaries of what it can do,” said Annika Bizon, VP of Product and Marketing, Samsung Mobile Experience (MX) Division. “By combining Samsung’s fundamental capabilities with Awesome Intelligence, the Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G delivers everyday performance to our customers whilst demonstrating the benefit of AI.” 

Enriched Awesome Intelligence Designed for Everyday Life 

Through the latest One UI 8.5, Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G extend Samsung’s latest AI innovations to more users, with Awesome Intelligence that helps people get more things done with ease while unlocking new ways to create and stay productive.  

Voice Transcription is new to the Voice Recorder app, making it easier to revisit important details from meetings, lectures or calls by quickly transcribing and translating call recordings or turning voicemail audio into text. AI Select^[2] is easier to access with a long press on the Edge Panel, surfacing relevant actions directly on the screen to extract text or create content without manually selecting items. AI Select also supports Drag & Drop in Multi-Window layout, allowing users to easily move images into Samsung Notes or Photo Editor for faster editing and improved productivity.

Awesome Intelligence makes everyday photo editing easier than ever. Object Eraser^[3] now delivers more natural results when removing unwanted distractions, like a passerby in the background or clutter in a café. On Galaxy A57 5G, Best Face^[4]supports more photos and continuous shooting, making it easier to capture the perfect group photos where everyone looks their best. Fan favourite tools like Filters, and Edit Suggestions^[5] help users quickly refine and share moments without extra effort, while Galaxy A57 5G also features Auto Trim^[6] for even easier video editing.

Circle to Search with Google^[7] adds multi-object recognition so users can easily explore multiple items in an image at once – from an outfit to surrounding accessories – all in one search.

The new Galaxy A series expands Awesome Intelligence experiences with a choice of agents designed to simplify everyday tasks from search to organising plans or easily adjusting settings. As a conversational device agent, upgraded Bixby^[8] lets users intuitively control Galaxy settings and features using natural language, while Gemini^[9]navigates complex tasks across native Galaxy apps and select third-party apps to support faster, more intuitive interactions.

Awesome Camera to Capture Clearer Photos and Videos, Day or Night

As AI becomes more deeply integrated into mobile experiences, camera performance remains essential to delivering the everyday usability and satisfaction users expect. 

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G deliver brighter, clearer visuals powered by upgraded camera hardware and an improved Image Signal Processor (ISP)^[10]. The devices feature a versatile triple-camera system, led by a 50MP main sensor ^[11], delivering sharp, detailed images across a wide range of lighting conditions without the need for manual adjustments. 

When the lights go down, the Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G camera adapts seamlessly with improved Nightography^[12], capturing clear and true-to-life photos and videos even in low light conditions.

Galaxy A57 5G takes photography a step further with enhanced image processing that sharpens detail and reduces noise for even clearer, more vibrant results. It delivers rich contrast and balanced color even in challenging light, while with a faster shutter speed, users can instantly capture fleeting moments with faster speed and with improved clarity.   

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G also benefit from AI-based subject recognition and scene optimisation to balance portraits, preserve natural skin tones and create clearer background separation. When the moment calls for a wider perspective, the ultra-wide lens captures more in every group photo or landscape view, while the 5MP macro camera reveals fine details up close for added creative flexibility. 

Performance for Streaming and Multitasking

Galaxy A57 5G delivers the best of both design and performance^[13], combining upgraded CPU, GPU and NPU to deliver improved performance with its sleek and light form. Built for smooth streaming, scrolling and content creation, its refined design features a glossy finish and distinctive triple-camera island for a standout modern look that feels comfortable in-hand. 

Despite its slimmer profile, Galaxy A57 5G packs powerful performance. Its 5,000mAh^[14] battery supports up to two days of use^[15] – powering everything from filming and editing to viewing on the go. Super Fast Charging 2.0 reaches up to 60% in around 30 minutes for a quick boost before heading out, while a 13% larger vapour chamber^[16] helps sustain performance during extended gaming or recording. Slimmer bezels and a bright Super AMOLED+ display with Vision Booster ensure an immersive, clear viewing experience indoors and outside. 

Built for everyday use, Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G are rated IP68 ^[17] for water and dust resistance, adding durability in real-world environments and offering users peace of mind when accidents happen.  

Long-Term Support and Foundational Security

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G reinforce Samsung’s commitment to device longevity, offering up to six generations of Android OS and One UI upgrades, along with up to six years of security updates^[18] – giving users the confidence to rely on their device for years to come. 

Samsung provides a fortified layer of device safety, transparency and user choice with Knox Vault^[19], a hardware-based, tamper-resistant security solution. Galaxy A series offers users holistic protection through innovative security and privacy features including Security & Privacy Dashboard, Auto Blocker, Private Sharing, Theft Protection as well as the new Private Album, a Gallery feature that allows users to lock away personal media quickly and easily. Unlike traditional safeguards, the latest A series devices also proactivelynotify users about potential risks with Privacy Alerts, which are intelligent notifications that offer clearer insight and control over location permissions or suspicious monitoring of sensitive data. Together, these enhancements make security feel as intuitive as the rest of the experience, making device protection easier than ever for everyone.

Enterprise Edition

Samsung will also launch the Galaxy A57 5G and Galaxy A37 5G Enterprise Edition, offering business-ready mobile experiences to cutting-edge enterprises of any size. Enterprise Edition customers benefit from up to seven generations of OS updates, three years of enhanced warranty which includes next- business-day doorstep replacement^[20], and two year product lifecycle to ensure long-lasting and worry-free adoption^[21].  

It also a one-year license to the Knox Suite – Enterprise Plan^[22], the ultimate package to protect and manage extensive and complex device fleets through granular OS update control, device usage analytics, intelligent security insights, and exclusive features tailor-made for frontline workers. 

Availability

Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G will be available on Samsung.com from April 10th, with Galaxy A57 5G price starting from RRP £529 (256GB) and Galaxy A37 5G starting from RRP £399 (128GB).  

Galaxy A57 5G will be offered in Awesome Navy, Awesome Grey, Awesome Icyblue and Awesome Lilac, while Galaxy A37 5G comes in Awesome Lavender, Awesome Charcoal, Awesome Greygreen, and Awesome White.  

• Galaxy A57 5G 256GB + 8GB, RRP £529 

• Galaxy A57 5G 512GB + 12GB, RRP £699 

• Galaxy A37 5G 128GB + 6GB, RRP £399 

• Galaxy A37 5G 256GB + 8GB, RRP £459 

Enterprise Edition models will be available in the same timeline. A57 5G Enterprise Edition £489 (128GB + 8GB) and A37 5G Enterprise Edition £409 (128GB + 6GB). 

For added peace of mind Samsung Care+ offers unlimited certified Samsung repairs for your Galaxy device^[23]. Giving you protection against knocks, drops and spills. Simply add within 60 days of device purchase, and payments are made simple with 3 months free on monthly plans ^[24]

For more information please visit: Samsung Newsroom or Samsung.com. 

Specification Table

[1]Samsung Account login may be required to use certain Samsung Intelligence Features. Samsung does not make any promises, assurances or guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the output provided by Intelligence Features. Availability of Awesome Intelligence features may vary depending on the region/country, OS/One UI version, device model, and phone carrier. Awesome Intelligence service may be limited for minors in certain regions with age restrictions over AI usage

[2]Requires internet connection and Samsung Account login. Availability of supported languages may vary. Certain languages may require language pack download. Galaxy AI Select download and installation may be required when launching the app for the first time.

[3]Results may vary depending on shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects.

[4]Motion photo must be activated

[5]Edit Suggestion is compatible with JPG, PNG, GIF and MP4 formats. Edit results and quality may vary depending on the photography or filming condition.

[6]Maximum length per clip is 90 minutes. Maximum length of combined clips is 180 minutes. Maximum number of clips to use per video project is 60. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed

[7]Compatible with select languages only. Google Account login and network connection required. If Gemini UI or Google apps are in view: Google and Gemini / YouTube / Maps etc are trademarks of Google LLC. Works on compatible apps and surfaces. Results may vary depending on visual matches. Check responses for accuracy.

[8]Samsung account login and network connection required.

[9]Compatible with select languages only. Google Account login and network connection required. If Gemini UI or Google apps are in view: Google and Gemini / YouTube / Maps etc are trademarks of Google LLC. Check responses. Setup required. Compatibility and availability vary.18+.

[10]Results may vary depending on light condition and/or shooting conditions including multiple subjects, being out of focus or moving subjects

[11]50 MP resolution is available on Galaxy A57 5G and A37 5G’s rear Wide-angle camera only.

[12]Results may vary depending on light condition, subject and/or shooting conditions

[13]Performance improvements shown compared to Galaxy A56 5G. Actual performance will depend on user environment, conditions and pre-installed software and applications.

[14]Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Rated (minimum) capacity is 4,905 mAh. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

[15]Actual battery life varies by network environment, features and apps used, frequency of calls and messages, the number of times charged, and many other factors. Estimated against the average usage profile compiled by UX Connect Research. Independently assessed by UX Connect Research between 2026.01.08-2026.01.18 in UK with pre-release versions of SM-A576 under default setting using LTE and 5G Sub6 networks. NOT tested under 5G mmWave Network.

[16]Compared to the previous model.

[17]IP68 rating based on lab test conditions for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Not advised for beach or pool use.

[18]Availability and timing of Android OS upgrades and security updates may vary by device model and market.

[19]Security features or hardware/software architecture of Samsung Knox Vault on Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones may differ from those on Samsung Galaxy flagship devices including S series, Z series, S FE series smartphones and Tab S series tablets launched from 2021 onwards. Availability of Samsung Knox Vault may vary depending on the device model

[20]Next Business Day (NBD) available with valid warranty claim, if booked with the Samsung Business Service Centre (BSC) before 2pm on a business day. Doorstep Exchange with Samsung gold stock. Excludes accidental damage. T&Cs apply.

[21]Seven years of security and maintenance releases and seven generations of OS updates for A57 5G Enterprise Edition and six years of security and maintenance releases and six generations of OS updates for A37 5G Enterprise Edition

[22]Valid Samsung Knox Account required. One year of Knox Suite Enterprise Plan is included in the first purchase of a 2 year or 3 year Knox Suite Enterprise Plan license key

[23]Not available on Enterprise Edition or to business customers

[24]Samsung Care+ must be purchased within 60 days of device purchase. Excludes cosmetic damage. Theft & Loss cover requires Knox Guard activation and is limited to two claims per year. Excess applies. Eligibility criteria apply. UK residents aged 18+. Terms and conditions apply. Samsung Care+ is arranged by bolttech Insurance Services (UK) Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 832644), registered office: 27 Old Gloucester Street, London, WC1N 3AX. The policy is administered by bolttech Device Protection (Ireland) Limited, Block C, 77 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin 2, Ireland. Insurance is underwritten by AmTrust Specialty Limited, authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (FRN 202189), registered office: 33 St Mary Axe, London EC3A 8AA

[25]Display received Eye Care Certification by SGS based on its ability to reduce the harmful effects of blue light.

[26]Available memory/storage capacity is subject to preloaded software.

Galaxy AI¹ on the Galaxy S26 series is designed to make those moments easier. By proactively working on your behalf, it cuts down on the steps needed, helping you get things done. It’s support that shows up at the right moment, so you can stay focused on the task at hand instead of bouncing between apps and managing every input.

What are the key Galaxy AI features on Galaxy S26 series?

On the Galaxy S26 series, Galaxy AI shows up across the tasks people deal with every day — making it simpler to plan, create, organise, share, and more. From context-aware suggestions that keep conversations moving to intuitive tools that help refine and organise visual content, Galaxy AI helps you stay in the flow.

Now Nudge² adapts to what’s on your screen and what’s already on your device to proactively suggest helpful actions at just the right time. Texting a friend about plans for a night out? When a date comes up in the chat, Galaxy S26 recognises it, shows what’s already on your calendar for that day, and offers to add the event, all without switching apps.

And when someone asks for photos from a trip, Now Nudge can automatically suggest relevant images from the Gallery, so you can share in seconds instead of searching through albums. It can even pull up saved info across your device, like a list of cool bars you jotted down in Samsung Notes — no need to dig through the relevant apps, Galaxy S26 takes care of the extra steps for you.

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Galaxy cameras have always made it easy to capture fantastic photos. With Galaxy S26, the upgraded Photo Assist³ and Creative Studio⁴ make editing and customising content just as seamless.

Photo Assist now supports natural language editing, allowing you to make edits by simply saying what you want to change, without technical terms, specialised tools, or editing expertise. Maybe you’re framing the perfect dinner shot, but your friend takes a bite before the photo happens. Ask to restore the missing bite, and Photo Assist fills it back in. Or if a landscape photo looks great but you want a moodier feel, ask to shift the scene from day to night. You can review changes as you go and jump back to any earlier stage whenever you want, making the process even easier.

Accessible from the Edge Panel, Creative Studio brings your ideas to life in one simple space, turning a sketch, photo, or prompt into polished visuals — like funny stickers for a group chat, or a wallpaper that reflects your style. Once you generate a result, you can keep editing or share it right away without switching tools, so your creative rhythm stays uninterrupted.

Galaxy AI also helps you stay organised and handle everyday documents with less hassle. Got paperwork that can’t wait? Document Scan is built right into the Camera app. Imagine you’re at a doctor’s office and a form needs to be filled out by a family member — you can scan it and send them a clean digital copy instantly. Galaxy S26 recognises the document, removes distortions and distractions such as creases or even a finger in the corner. If there are multiple pages, they can be combined automatically into a single PDF, just like that.

Galaxy AI on the Galaxy S26 series is built to handle the little steps that chip away at your time throughout the day. By reducing the effort behind everyday tasks, it makes each interaction feel more intuitive. The result is a phone that adapts to you and works with you — so you can spend less time managing the process and more time enjoying the moment.

Check out Try Galaxy to test out some of the latest features on the device you’re holding right now. Learn more about Galaxy S26 Ultra and all the latest Galaxy devices on Samsung.com.

1 Samsung account login and network connection required. Galaxy AI features are provided for free. Future releases may include additional advanced features that are offered as part of a paid subscription plan. Different terms may apply for AI features provided by third parties.

2 Samsung account login required. Supported apps only. Accuracy of results is not guaranteed.

3 Requires network connection and Samsung account login. A visible watermark is overlaid on the saved image to indicate it was generated by Galaxy AI. Accuracy of output not guaranteed.

4 Requires network connection and Samsung account login. Accuracy of output not guaranteed.

The feature will begin rolling out from March 23¹, starting in Korea and expanding to more regions including Europe, Hong Kong, Japan, Latin America, North America, Southeast Asia, and Taiwan. AirDrop support² will initially be available on the Galaxy S26 series, with expansion to additional devices to be announced at a later date.

[1] Availability and timing may vary by market.
[2] The ‘Share with Apple devices’ feature is turned on by default.

A poll of 1,000 SME business owners has highlighted issues around data security in the UK workplace, with 21% of businesses describing their current approach to security as reactive rather than proactive.

The research also reveals how modern working habits may increase exposure to sensitive data, with nearly a third (32%) of SME employees working from coffee shops and almost a quarter (24%) working from public transport at least once a week.

In these environments, 36% say they’ve been able to clearly read sensitive emails or messages on someone else’s screen, while a quarter admit they have peeked at a stranger’s device.

The research comes as Samsung launches the Galaxy S26 Ultra Enterprise Edition, engineered with security and privacy at its core. The device features the world’s first built-in Privacy Display^[1] on mobile to narrow the viewing angle and shield your data from prying eyes, alongside government-grade Samsung Knox security to safeguard businesses against threats.

To help businesses turn the tide, former cyber security expert and 2026 Traitors winner, Stephen Libby, has appeared in a new video that brings to life the invisible threats lurking in and outside of the office.

Stephen comments: “Cyber security breaches are a massive issue for any business, and this traitorous behaviour can especially effect SMEs. A single incident can disrupt operations or even force business to close. With so much work now happening on phones, it’s crucial that businesses make sure they’re using devices with strong built-in security and privacy protections to keep sensitive information safe.”

Business owners say they’re aware of threats like phishing and scam messages (88%), malware (84%), unauthorised apps (53%), rooting/firmware tampering (32%) and snooping (29%). Yet one in five admit they wouldn’t know if their device had been compromised, and 58% say they download apps or software to work devices without checking security permissions first.

Annika Bizon, Mobile Experience VP of Product and Marketing, Samsung UK & Ireland comments: “Small and medium businesses are the backbone of our economy, yet they are increasingly targeted by cyber criminals because they often lack enterprise-grade protection.

“Technology should help level the playing field. By building advanced security directly into the Galaxy S26 Ultra Enterprise Edition, from Samsung Knox security and our Privacy Display technology, we’re helping businesses with the tools to stay proactive and protect sensitive data wherever work happens.”

Despite over half (55%) of SMEs being more aware of cyber security following recent high-profile breaches, a staggering 69% revealed that they have no allocated funds or insurance to cover an incident, further emphasising the need for tighter security practices in the workplace.

Top reasons for cyber security breaches affecting SMEs in the last 12 months:

1. Phishing scams
2. Not having enough protection in place
3. Lack of staff training
4. Third party or supplier issues
5. Remote or home working vulnerabilities

Although many blame breaches on phishing and staff awareness, 67% of SMEs haven’t introduced new cyber security measures in the past year. Worse still, 45% provide no training at all, so employees miss the warning signs of phishing and early malware, leaving businesses exposed.

While 43% say they feel watched or uncomfortable handling sensitive documents in public, a third (31%) still never use a physical privacy screen to protect their data. Mobile devices are also central to modern working habits, with three quarters (74%) using their mobile for work, yet almost half (49%) say cyber security isn’t a top priority when choosing a device.

Meanwhile, 58% connect to free public Wi‑Fi, with 15% admitting they access sensitive work documents while connected.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra Enterprise Edition comes as the answer to shaky cyber security in the workplace. The AI-powered phone with Personal Data Engine^[2] is designed to serve as a fortress, encrypting data and saving it onto your device with KEEP and Knox Vault, making it harder for anyone else to gain access to your personal data.

[1] Requires manual activation in settings to function. Privacy Display feature is not AI-powered.

[2] Personal Data Engine is exclusive to Samsung native apps and is not applicable to third-party applications. Personal Data Engine recognises 20 languages and certain accents/dialects. The Personal Data Intelligence menu must be switched on. Analysed data will be deleted once the Intelligence menu is turned off.