{"id":85058,"date":"2026-03-30T11:20:16","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=85058"},"modified":"2026-03-30T11:20:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T15:20:33","slug":"7-things-to-know-get-more-from-your-galaxy-s26-series-with-samsung-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/7-things-know-galaxy-s26-series-samsung-care\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things to Know: Get More From Your Galaxy S26 Series With Samsung Care"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26<\/a> brings powerful performance, an advanced camera system, and the most intuitive Galaxy AI yet together to make everyday life easier, faster, and more personal.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re capturing moments, staying productive, or simply moving through your day, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-plus\/buy\/galaxy-s26-plus-512gb-unlocked-sku-sm-s947uzkexaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-plus\/buy\/galaxy-s26-plus-512gb-unlocked-sku-sm-s947uzkexaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26+<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/galaxy-s26-ultra-1tb-unlocked-sku-sm-s948uzdfxaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 Ultra<\/a> are built to keep up \u2013 and stay one step ahead.<\/p>\n<p>From built-in privacy features to tools that help your device perform at its best, there\u2019s more to your Galaxy experience than meets the eye. With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/service\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care<\/a>, you have the trusted support and guidance to protect, personalize and get more out of your device.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embedded product-module\">\n\t\t<a id=\"product-module-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/\" title=\"Galaxy S26 Series\" class=\"snr-article_product-image\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/01202144\/2026-Product-Banner-Refresh-1.png\" alt=\"Galaxy S26 Series\">\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n<p>Here are seven <a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/tag\/things-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Things to Know<\/strong><\/a> to help you protect your device and make the most of your Galaxy experience.<\/p>\n<h5>1. Take Control of Your Privacy With Privacy Display<\/h5>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re commuting, traveling or working in public, protecting what\u2019s on your screen matters. Privacy Display<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/smartphones\/galaxy-s26-ultra\/buy\/galaxy-s26-ultra-1tb-unlocked-sku-sm-s948uzdfxaa\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 Ultra<\/a> keeps sensitive information visible only to you \u2013 clear when viewed straight on, and less visible when viewed from side angles. You can turn it on in Quick Panel or set it to activate automatically when it matters most \u2013 like when entering PINs, patterns or passwords. You can also enable it for specific apps or boost protection further with Maximum Privacy Protection.<\/p>\n<p>Watch this quick <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=DBRyVtPXbAk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how-to-video<\/a> to learn how to enable and customize Privacy Display.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Protect on-screen information with Privacy Display on the Galaxy S26 Ultra | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DBRyVtPXbAk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>2. Stay Protected From Unwanted Scam Calls With Call Screening<\/h5>\n<p>Use Call Screening<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> to filter calls without having to answer them yourself. With Galaxy AI working as your call assistant, you can screen unknown numbers before deciding whether to answer.<\/p>\n<p>When a call comes in, Galaxy AI<a href=\"#_ftn3\" name=\"_ftnref3\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a> can ask the caller to state their name and reason for calling \u2013 with a live transcription displayed on your screen so you can decide to answer, decline, or respond with a quick text. You can also set up your Galaxy S26 to automatically screen calls from unfamiliar numbers, helping ensure only the calls that matter get through.<\/p>\n<p>See how to set up and use Call Screening in the video <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=f1rMVIPdX3I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Use Call screening on the Galaxy S26 series to block unwanted callers | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/f1rMVIPdX3I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>3. Get Creative With Galaxy AI Using Creative Studio<\/h5>\n<p>Use Creative Studio on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> to transform your photos and bring new ideas to life. Powered by Galaxy AI, you can generate brand-new images from a simple description, reimagine photos in your Gallery or design personalized stickers and wallpapers.<\/p>\n<p>Choose a style, enter a prompt and let Galaxy AI do the rest \u2013 then refine, compare, and perfect your creation in just a few taps. You can also turn your favorite images into custom sticker sets or enhance photos with text and design elements, all within one intuitive experience.<\/p>\n<p>Learn how to start creating with Creative Studio in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QeGerUE-kyI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how-to-video<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Transform your photos with Creative studio on the Galaxy S26 series | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QeGerUE-kyI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>4. Capture Smoother Videos With Super Steady + Horizontal Lock<\/h5>\n<p>Use Super Steady with horizontal lock on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> to keep your videos stable and level \u2013 even when you\u2019re on the move. Whether you\u2019re walking, running, or capturing action shots, this feature helps deliver smooth, cinematic footage every time. Simply switch to Video mode, turn on Super Steady with Horizontal Lock to maintain a consistent frame \u2013 even if your phone tilts while recording. For best results, use it in well-lit environments to get crisp, steady video.<\/p>\n<p>See how to enable Super Steady with Horizontal Lock in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ulwew3b835M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Use Super steady with horizontal lock to stabilize your video on the Galaxy S26 series | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ulwew3b835M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>5. Transform Your Photos With AI Using Photo Assist<\/h5>\n<p>Use Photo Assist<a href=\"#_ftn4\" name=\"_ftnref4\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> to reimagine your photos with the power of Galaxy AI. From removing unwanted objects to reshaping entire scenes, it puts advanced editing tools right at your fingertips. With just a few taps, you can erase distractions, move elements within a photo, combine images or generate edits from a simple text prompt. You can also apply unique styles to give your photos a completely new look \u2013 no editing expertise required.<\/p>\n<p>Follow along in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XYv1ot80M7E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video<\/a> to see how Photo Assist brings your ideas to life.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Transform your images with Photo assist on the Galaxy S26 series | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XYv1ot80M7E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>6. Get Instant Help With Bixby, Your Built-In Assistant<\/h5>\n<p>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-introduces-new-bixby-one-ui-8-5\/\">Bixby<\/a><a href=\"#_ftn5\" name=\"_ftnref5\"><u><sup>5<\/sup><\/u><\/a> on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> as your conversational device agent to troubleshoot, optimize, and navigate your device with ease. Acting like a built-in customer service agent, Bixby can quickly surface tips, settings, and solutions \u2013 right when you need them. Simply ask Bixby a question, like how to stop your screen from timing out while you\u2019re still looking at it. Bixby understands the request and immediately turns on the \u2018Keep Screen on While Viewing\u2019 setting \u2014 without requiring you to navigate through settings or know the feature\u2019s exact name.<\/p>\n<p>Discover how Bixby can help simplify everyday tasks in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=XK7-6cfdRlI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Converse with Bixby to get the most out of your Galaxy S26 series phone | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XK7-6cfdRlI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5>7. Organize Your Memories With AI-Powered Collections<\/h5>\n<p>Use Collections on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/mobile\/phones\/galaxy-s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy S26 series<\/a> to automatically organize your photos and videos with the help of Galaxy AI. It groups your content into meaningful categories, making it easier to find and enjoy your favorite moments.<\/p>\n<p>You can customize and prioritize collections, name people and pets for quick search, and let Galaxy AI create curated slideshows set to music \u2013 perfect for reliving and sharing memories. Everything stays organized and accessible with just a few taps.<\/p>\n<p>Take a look at how to set up and personalize Collections in this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=WL4XpeICw9E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how-to-video<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Organize your photos with Collections on the Galaxy S26 series | Samsung US\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/WL4XpeICw9E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>And with Galaxy S26, getting more out of your device is simple \u2013 and keeping it protected is just as easy. Every Galaxy device includes a standard 1-year warranty. For added peace of mind,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/us\/support\/samsung-care-plus\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Samsung Care+<\/a> offers flexible coverage options \u2013 available within 60 days of purchase \u2013 so you can choose the plan that fits your needs and your budget.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for more news or need additional support from the Samsung Care team? Visit the<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@SamsungCare\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Care YouTube Channel<\/a>, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samsung.com\/global\/galaxy\/apps\/samsung-members\/?r=true&amp;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Members App<\/a> and<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/us.community.samsung.com\/t5\/Samsung-Community\/ct-p\/us?page=1&amp;tab=recent_topics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samsung Communities<\/a>, or text us any time by messaging 1-800-SAMSUNG to start a conversation with a Samsung Care Pro.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"embedded recommended recommended-post\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"embedded-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card-badge\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p>Recommended News<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"recommended-card\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-galaxy-s26-series-galaxy-buds4-series-now-available-worldwide\/?r=true&#038;referrer=usnewsroom\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"recommended-news\" aria-label=\"Samsung Galaxy S26 Series and Galaxy Buds4 Series Now Available Worldwide \u2013 Read more\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/13103941\/Recommended-Articles-268x178-38.png\" alt=\"Read more: Samsung Galaxy S26 Series and Galaxy Buds4 Series Now Available Worldwide\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"details\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"details-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4>Samsung Galaxy S26 Series and Galaxy Buds4 Series Now Available Worldwide<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Read more<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"article-content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"article-body\">\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\">1<\/a> Must be enabled in\u00a0settings.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\">2<\/a> Call Screening feature for Call Assist may vary language. Feature needs to be manually activated.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref3\" name=\"_ftn3\">3<\/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=\"#_ftnref4\" name=\"_ftn4\">4<\/a> Requires an internet connection \/ Samsung account login. Edited images may be resized and will have visible AI watermark. The accuracy and reliability of the generated output is not guaranteed.<\/h6>\n<h6><a href=\"#_ftnref5\" name=\"_ftn5\">5<\/a> Bixby service availability requires Samsung Account login and data connection. Available functions and features may vary by country, region, and language. Bixby only recognizes certain accents and dialects of English (UK), English (US), English (India), French (France), German (Germany), Italian (Italy), Japanese (Japan), Korean (South Korea), Mandarin Chinese (China), Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil) and Spanish (Latin America). Other supported languages may be added in the future. Not all accents, dialects, and expressions may be recognized, and actual performance may vary depending on pronunciation, voice level, and the surrounding environment. Use of Bixby may be limited in certain situations such as when recording media (Video\/Game\/Voice), during calls, Maximum Power Saving mode, Emergency mode and Samsung Kids. Service availability may vary by country\/service provider\/language\/device model\/OS version. Bixby controls selected apps, other apps to be supported. To control SmartThings enabled devices with Bixby, first connect the devices to the SmartThings app. For more information, visit the SmartThings website (www.samsung.com\/smartthings).<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Galaxy S26 brings powerful performance, an advanced camera system, and the most intuitive Galaxy AI yet together to make everyday life easier, faster, and more personal. Whether you\u2019re capturing moments, staying productive, or simply moving through your day, Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 Ultra are built to keep up \u2013 and stay [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":91,"featured_media":85060,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29720,29718],"tags":[25940,30546,40,10676,30197],"blue-badge":[],"class_list":["post-85058","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-product-mobile","category-product","tag-galaxy","tag-galaxy-s26-series","tag-mobile","tag-samsung-care","tag-samsung-care-plus"],"acf":{"turn_off_retargeting":false},"fimg_mobile_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110252\/S26-Ultra_Buds4-Pro_Find-Your-Galaxy_F02_FT02_Performance_MO_720X440-600x440.jpg","fimg_url":"https:\/\/img.us.news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110252\/S26-Ultra_Buds4-Pro_Find-Your-Galaxy_F02_FT02_Performance_MO_720X440-424x283.jpg","primary_category":{"term_id":29720,"name":"Mobile","slug":"product-mobile","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":29720,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":29718,"count":986,"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\/85058","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\/91"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=85058"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85058\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":85063,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85058\/revisions\/85063"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/85060"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=85058"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=85058"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=85058"},{"taxonomy":"blue-badge","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blue-badge?post=85058"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}