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Overview

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra helps you get more done every day. Featuring Now Nudge with Galaxy AI1, you can get the information you need, when you need it. Use Photo Assist2 with Galaxy AI1 to perfect every shot in seconds. Galaxy S26 Ultra ensures everything you capture looks it’s best with Nightography video and photo, while keeping your privacy with the built-in Privacy Display.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra 256GB - Cobalt Violet - Unlocked

Brand: Samsung
Model: SM-S948WZVAXAC
Web Code: 19720237
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Wireless Carrier: Unlocked

Storage: 256 GB

Colour: Cobalt Violet

Colour Cobalt Violet
Colour Cobalt Violet

Cobalt Violet

Available for deliveryAvailable for preorder

Release Date: March 11, 2026

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Manufacturer's Warranty

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For Quebec residents: See the Availability Guarantee disclosure in the Specifications section below.

Take charge of your day

  • Get into your favourite content with a 6.9-inch screen that automatically enhances streaming and social content for richer colours and sharper details
  • Features Privacy Display so no one else can see your screen. Toggle it on and off, and customize your experience for specific apps only
  • Smooth scrolling and seamless transition make your experience even more immersive
  • 256GB of storage offers plenty of space for apps, photos, videos, and files
  • Push the limits with Samsung’s fastest, smoothest and most powerful processor yet (results are compared to Galaxy S25 Series)
  • Enjoy smooth gameplay when it matters most with performance that keeps you one move ahead
  • Super Fast Charging 3.0 ready, so you can get back to capturing, scrolling and streaming without missing a moment (requires 60W Super Fast Charger, sold separately)
  • Water-resistant design lets you snap photos in the rain, take calls during workouts, or text by the pool

Let your phone do the heavy lifting

  • Now Nudge enables easy and effortless AI experiences1 in every interaction and offers personal, intuitive assistance. It uses your screen cues to pull up information saved on your phone for quick replies (auto suggestion should be enabled), fast searches, hassle-free online form filling, and so much more
  • Photo Assist2 with Galaxy AI1 lets you add objects, restore details, reframe your photo, and apply new styles in seconds (editing with Photo Assist results in a resized photo up to 12MP)
  • Creative Studio1,2 brings all your ideas to life. Add fun illustrations and cute 3D cartoons to a custom wallpaper, stickers for your group chat, a special contact photo or an invitation
  • Wider front camera (as compared to Galaxy S25 Series) captures more people and more of the scene in one simple shot
  • Capture memorable nights in vivid clarity with Nightography. It automatically adjusts as you shoot, keeping your videos bright, smooth and clear

Other features you'll love

  • Tune into your favourite content with exceptional detail and clarity with the Galaxy Buds4 Series (required; sold separately), built with Hi-Fi Audio (requires initial setup via Samsung Wear App on compatible devices)
  • Galaxy S26 Ultra and Galaxy Buds4 Pro (sold separately) work together seamlessly to give you AI help3(Samsung account login is required for certain AI features) without the screen time. Just ask and get quick answers and real-time translations delivered straight to your ears
  • Samsung Wallet (Samsung account login required) lets you easily access your debit and credit cards (requires a compatible NFC card from a participating bank), membership cards, boarding passes and more

How do unlocked phones work?

  • Purchasing an unlocked handset gives you more handset options to choose from and more flexibility as to where you use it. Because an unlocked handset isn't tied to a particular service provider, it can be used with any service provider in the world that operates on a SIM card-based GSM network.
  • When you receive this phone, you will be provided with a few simple instructions on how to fully unlock your new phone.

1Galaxy 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.

2Requires Samsung account login and internet connection. Requires network connection. A visible watermark is overlaid on the saved image to indicate it was generated by Galaxy AI. Accuracy of output not guaranteed.

3Not all Galaxy AI and third party AI features are available in hands-free mode. Hands-free AI only compatible with select Galaxy Buds. Products sold separately. Internet connection may be required for certain AI features. Any Samsung enhanced AI features and all third-party AI features are subject to different terms and may be subject to fees.

Product Condition
Brand New
Phone Model
Galaxy S26 Ultra

Base Features

Wireless Carrier
Unlocked
Bluetooth
6
Storage
256 GB
RAM Size
12GB
Phone Operating System
Android 16 One UI 8.5
SIM Card
Nano SIM

Connectivity

Wireless Charging
Yes
Connector Type
USB Type-C
Headphone Jack
No

Display

Display Size
6.9 in

Physical Features

Shock Protection
No
Water Protection
Water Resistant
Colour
Cobalt Violet
Dimensions (cm)
7.81 (W) x 2.75 (H) x 0.79 (D) cm
Dimensions (in)
3.07 (W) x 1.08 (H) x 0.31 (D) in
Weight
0.21 kg

For Quebec residents – Disclosure under the Consumer Protection Act

In compliance with Bill 29, Best Buy and third-party sellers on Best Buy Marketplace do not guarantee the availability of replacement parts, repair services, or maintenance information for any products. Coverage provided through any Best Buy Protection programs and applicable manufacturer warranties, if any, remain in place. Please contact the manufacturer directly for information about their availability guarantee.