Samsung is offering substantial incentives for customers who pre-order the new Galaxy S26 Ultra, with potential savings of up to $900 through an eligible trade-in, or a $150 Samsung Credit for those not utilizing a trade-in, the company announced March 3, 2026.
The pre-order offer, available through Samsung’s online store and select retailers including Amazon Stores, Best Buy, and Samsung Experience Stores, applies to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Galaxy S26+, and Galaxy S26 models. General availability for the series is slated to begin March 11, 2026.
The $900 trade-in value is contingent upon the condition of the traded device, requiring it to be fully functional with a working screen and charging port, and free of cracks. Activation Locks must be disabled and the device factory reset to qualify. Samsung provides a tool on its website to assess trade-in eligibility.
The base model of the Galaxy S26 Ultra, featuring 256GB of storage, is priced at $1,299.99. The pre-order promotion is limited to one week, according to a timer displayed on Samsung’s website.
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 series at its Galaxy Unpacked event, highlighting the devices’ advanced AI capabilities. According to Samsung, the S26 series is designed to simplify everyday tasks through proactive and adaptive AI experiences. The Galaxy S26 Ultra features a built-in Privacy Display, intended to limit visibility from side angles, and a customized chipset with upgraded thermal management.
Mashable’s Amanda Yeo, who previewed the Galaxy S26 Ultra, noted the effectiveness of the Privacy Display, particularly in its “Maximum” mode, stating it made the screen “noticeably darker when viewed from wide angles.”
The Galaxy S26 Ultra boasts a 6.9” display, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, a 5000 mAh battery, and up to 16 GB of RAM with 1024 GB of storage, protected by Corning Gorilla Armor 2.
