{"id":84280,"date":"2026-02-25T14:00:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T19:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=84280"},"modified":"2026-02-25T14:09:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T19:09:10","slug":"galaxy-s26-series-has-arrived-protect-your-new-galaxy-device-with-samsung-care-with-theft-and-loss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/galaxy-s26-series-arrived-protect-new-galaxy-device-samsung-care-theft-loss\/","title":{"rendered":"Galaxy S26 Series Has Arrived: Protect Your New Galaxy Device with Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Today at Galaxy Unpacked, Samsung unveiled the all-new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 Ultra<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26+<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26<\/a> mark Samsung\u2019s third generation of AI phones,<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a> with the most proactive and adaptive Galaxy AI<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a> experiences yet. Engineered with Samsung\u2019s most advanced capabilities and designed to simplify your everyday tasks, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> delivers mobile AI that empowers users to get things done confidently, without adding complexity to their lives.<\/p>\n<p>As smartphones have become more capable of understanding our needs, we\u2019ve grown to rely on them more and take them everywhere. With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss<\/a>\u00a0 you can protect the device that keeps you on track, your all-new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26<\/a> device included, because as durable as your Galaxy smartphone is, accidents happen.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss<\/a> provides the ultimate protection for your Galaxy smartphone, with coverage for unlimited drops, spills, and mechanical breakdowns plus Theft and Loss coverage. Here are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">details<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unlimited Repairs<\/strong> include batteries and same day $0 cracked screen and back glass repairs, available at over 700 Samsung authorized locations.<a href=\"#_ftn3\" name=\"_ftnref3\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Theft and Loss Coverage<\/strong> enables you to replace your lost or stolen device without missing a beat.<a href=\"#_ftn4\" name=\"_ftnref4\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Same-Day Replacement and Set Up<\/strong> keeps you calm knowing Samsung will replace your lost or stolen device as soon as the same day and help to set it up.<a href=\"#_ftn5\" name=\"_ftnref5\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Knox Guard Security <\/strong>helps you stay <a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-knox-guard-enterprises-device-security\/\">protected<\/a> with features like remote lock and wipe, so your content remains private.<a href=\"#_ftn6\" name=\"_ftnref6\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>24\/7 Expert Support<\/strong> provides immediate answers both over the phone and online to help with device setup, content transfers, and connecting with other devices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Samsung Genuine Parts and Certified Technicians <\/strong>will repair your device using Samsung Genuine Parts.<a href=\"#_ftn7\" name=\"_ftnref7\"><sup>7<\/sup><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Care+ with Theft and Loss<\/a> pricing for your new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> device is $10 or $15 per month depending on the model you choose, providing our ultimate protection for as little as $0.33 per day.<a href=\"#_ftn8\" name=\"_ftnref8\"><sup>8<\/sup><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Every <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy device<\/a> comes with a standard 1-year warranty.<a href=\"#_ftn9\" name=\"_ftnref9\"><sup>9<\/sup><\/a> For those who want added assurance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care+<\/a> options are available within 60 days of purchase on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy mobile<\/a> devices including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">phones<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/tablets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tablets<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/watches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">watches<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile-audio\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">buds<\/a>, ring and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/galaxybooks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy Books<\/a> \u2014 as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/certified-re-newed-phones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Certified Re-Newed<\/a> Galaxy devices. You can choose the Care+ product that best meets your needs and your budget with pay up front and monthly recurring payment options.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss<\/a>, Samsung also offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/#care-plus-comparison\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care+<\/a>. Providing powerful protection for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26<\/a> and your other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy devices<\/a> against unlimited drops, spills, and mechanical breakdowns.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embedded product-module\">\n\t\t<a id=\"product-module-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/\" title=\"Care\" class=\"snr-article_product-image\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/06162123\/samsung-care-newsroom-product-module-1.png\" alt=\"Care\">\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<p>For more information on protecting your device with Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss or Samsung Care+, visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a>, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\">1<\/a> Not all features on the AI Phone are AI-based.\u00a0AI stands for Artificial Intelligence.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\">2<\/a> Galaxy AI basic features provided by Samsung are free. Any Samsung enhanced AI features and all third-party AI features are subject to different terms and may be subject to fees. (Galaxy AI basic features are listed under \u201cAdvanced intelligence\u201d in Samsung Services Terms and Conditions.)<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref3\" name=\"_ftn3\">3<\/a> $0 cracked front and back screen repair only applies for Samsung Care+ Theft and Loss plans. For approved repairs, unlimited claims are covered up to the MSRP value of the device. Same-day screen repair may be available for eligible devices in select areas, subject to claim approval time, parts availability, and technician scheduling. Repair eligibility is subject to change, and additional restrictions, limitations, and exclusions may apply. Please refer to the plan Terms and Conditions for full details.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref4\" name=\"_ftn4\">4<\/a> Samsung Care+ with Loss and Theft is a combination of insurance and service contract. The insurance plan is underwritten by Technology Insurance Company, Inc., 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038, and administered by Servify (US) Inc., 5608 17th Ave. NW, Seattle, WA 98107 (\u201cServify\u201d), a licensed agent of Technology Insurance Company. In New York, the insurance plan is underwritten by Wesco Insurance Company, 59 Maiden Lane, 43rd Floor, New York, NY 10038 and administered by Servify. In California, the insurance plan is administered by Servify d\/b\/a Servify Device Insurance Solutions (License # 6006231).<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref5\" name=\"_ftn5\">5<\/a> Claims may be fulfilled with new or refurbished products. If the same make\/model is unavailable, a comparable model will be substituted. Device replacement and expected delivery is contingent on claim approval time, inventory availability, and logistics timeframe. Limitations and exclusions may apply. Please see plan terms and conditions for full coverage details.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref6\" name=\"_ftn6\">6<\/a> Knox Guard enrollment is a requirement for all Samsung Care+ Theft and Loss plans. If you are not enrolled in Knox Guard at the time you experience a Theft or Loss your claim may be rejected. See plan terms and conditions for full details.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref7\" name=\"_ftn7\">7<\/a> Subject to parts availability. Limitations and exclusions may apply. See plan terms and conditions for full details.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref8\" name=\"_ftn8\">8<\/a> Payment options include either 1) monthly payments with continued coverage, or 2) a one-time payment with coverage for 2 years with exception of NY.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref9\" name=\"_ftn9\">9<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/legal\/mobile\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom#standard-limited-warranty\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/legal\/mobile\/#standard-limited-warranty<\/a><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Peace of mind today, lasting value tomorrow<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":84,"featured_media":84329,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[30349,29720,45],"tags":[29971,30546,30197,30541],"blue-badge":[],"class_list":["post-84280","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-care","category-product-mobile","category-uncategorized","tag-certified-re-newed","tag-galaxy-s26-series","tag-samsung-care-plus","tag-unpacked-2026"],"acf":{"turn_off_retargeting":false},"fimg_mobile_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/25140900\/Samsung-Care-Plus_KV_2P_RGB-600x600.jpg","fimg_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/25140900\/Samsung-Care-Plus_KV_2P_RGB-424x283.jpg","primary_category":{"term_id":29720,"name":"Mobile","slug":"product-mobile","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":29720,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":29718,"count":982,"filter":"raw","term_link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/category\/product\/product-mobile\/","term_path":"product\/product-mobile"},"badge":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84280","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/84"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=84280"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84280\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":84311,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/84280\/revisions\/84311"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/84329"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=84280"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=84280"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=84280"},{"taxonomy":"blue-badge","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blue-badge?post=84280"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}