The Galaxy S26 is a criminal update. @9to5Google

Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

From minimal hardware changes and unchanged cameras on the base models, to the controversial Exynos vs Snapdragon chip split, this video explores why the S26 series feels more iterative than innovative. The S26 Ultra brings a new privacy screen display, but is that enough to justify the premium?

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Timestamps
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00:00 – Is the Galaxy S26 Even Worth Talking About?
00:20 – Base S26 & S26+ Feel Stagnant
01:01 – No Camera Upgrades in 4 Years
01:26 – Competition Is Moving Faster
02:05 – 2nm Chips & Exynos vs Snapdragon Split
03:15 – Do the Base Models Even Matter?
03:52 – Galaxy S26 Ultra First Impressions
04:13 – Privacy Screen: The Only Killer Feature
05:27 – Design & S Pen Changes
06:24 – Performance, One UI 8.5 & New AI Features
07:31 – Final Thoughts & Upgrade Concerns
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