Samsung’s Galaxy S26+ arrives in India starting at ₹1,19,999 for the 12GB RAM + 256GB variant, going up to around ₹1,39,999 for the 512GB model. After spending some time with the device, it’s clear that Samsung is not trying to change much this year. Instead, it is refining an already familiar formula.
The design remains largely unchanged. You get a flat aluminium frame with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 on both sides. The only noticeable update is the slightly refined camera module, which now sits more cleanly at the back and avoids dust collection around the lenses. In hand, the phone feels balanced and premium, and the matte finish helps keep fingerprints in check.On the front, the Galaxy S26+ features a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate.
The panel is sharp, bright and smooth in daily use. However, there are no major upgrades here, and some advanced features seen on the Ultra model are missing. Still, for most users, the display experience remains solid.
The camera setup also stays familiar.You get a 50MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide lens and a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x zoom. In our early use, the camera delivers consistent results with natural colours and good detail.It works well for everyday photography, though low-light performance and zoom could have been better.
Performance is handled by the new Exynos 2600 chipset (in India), paired with 12GB RAM. In day-to-day use, the phone feels fast and handles multitasking and gaming without issues. It may not be the most powerful flagship out there, but it is more than capable for regular use.The phone runs One UI 8.5 based on Android 16, with plenty of AI features and customisation options. Samsung is also promising seven years of updates, which adds a long-term value to the phone.
Battery life is decent with a 4,900mAh battery. It comfortably lasts a day, though heavy users may need to charge by evening. Charging speeds remain unchanged, with 45W wired and 15W wireless support.
The audio performance is another strong point, with loud and clear stereo speakers and good haptic feedback.
Overall, the Galaxy S26+ feels like a polished update. It gets most things right — at least in our first impressions.
