Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Features and Price in Kenya
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra price in Kenya ranges from KES 210,000 to 230,000 depending on the storage model. It is the most powerful phone in terms of performance and photography in 2026. Galaxy S26 Ultra measures 162.8 × 77.6 mm in dimensions and weighs approximately 217 g according to early leaks. It has many features, but for starters one of its main selling points is that it displays a fancy display tech — for example, it has a 6.89 inch CoE OLED (Color Filter on Encapsulation) panel that also includes slimmer bezels, improved contrast and higher battery-efficiency.
In our experience and research in selling smartphones in Kenya, we found the specs for the Galaxy S26 Ultra are suitable for both professional and casual use. It features Android 16, either the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 or the Snapdragon 8 Elite (based on which region it is in) and comes standard with a minimum of 12 GB RAM and 256 GB of storage (higher versions are offered). The S26 Ultra supports a quad camera with a wide 200 MP sensor, 50 MP+50 MP+10 MP that can shoot up to 8K videos. Other features are a 5000 mAh battery with fast charging, premium-quality construction materials (titanium frame and Gorilla Glass Armor 2), 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth, NFC, and infrared sensor, amongst others. These specifications and features translate to a smooth and future-proof performance.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Specifications:
| Model | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra |
| Launch Date | January, 2026 |
| Display | 6.81-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 165Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ |
| Resolution | 3200 x 1440 pixels |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (3nm) or Snapdragon 8 Elite (region dependent) |
| Operating System | Android 16 with One UI |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB |
| Main Camera | Quad: 200MP (wide) + 50MP (periscope telephoto) + 50MP (telephoto) + 12MP (ultrawide) |
| Selfie Camera | 12MP or 40MP (region dependent) |
| Video Recording | Up to 8K at 30fps |
| Battery | 5000 mAh Li-Ion |
| Charging | Fast charging (up to 45W), wireless charging, reverse wireless charging |
| Build | Titanium frame, Gorilla Glass Armor 2 |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB-C, NFC, Ultra Wideband (UWB) |
| Security | Ultrasonic fingerprint sensor, face recognition |
| Stylus Support | Built-in S Pen |
| Dimensions | Approx. 163.4 x 78.1 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 233 g |
| Colors | Phantom Black, Titanium Gray, Titanium Violet, Titanium Blue |