Mid-rangeSold officially in UAE
Galaxy S26
Samsung · Released March 2026
UAE price
From AED 3,599
Samsung RRP, 256GB / 12GB RAM. Checked October 2026.
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Our verdictThe Android rival to the iPhone 17. Pick based on ecosystem — both are excellent.
Best for: Android users who want a small, premium phone.
Pros and cons
Why buy it
- Compact flagship
- 256GB base storage
- Long software support
Think twice if…
- Smaller battery than Plus/Ultra
Key specs
| Display | 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 120Hz |
|---|---|
| Chip | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy or Exynos 2600 (varies by market) |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB |
| Rear cameras | 50MP main + 12MP ultra wide + 10MP 3× telephoto |
| Front camera | 12MP |
| Battery | 4,300mAh, 25W wired charging |
| Durability | IP68 |
| SIM | Varies by region — check the box or listing |
| Unlock | Fingerprint + face unlock |
| Software | Android 16, One UI 8.5; 7 years of security updates |
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