Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Offered for $949.99 on Amazon

A $450 discount on the black 256GB model

Amazon offered the 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for $949.99, The Verge and Android Authority reported on October 9, 2026. The Verge identified black as the color available at that price.

That is $450, or approximately 32%, below the $1,399.99 regular or recommended retail price cited by the publications. The discount applies to the reported configuration, so shoppers should check the color, storage capacity and price before buying.

The historical comparison adds useful context: Android Authority called it the lowest price it had seen in months, but said it was $30 above the all-time low. By that account, this is a substantial discount without being a record low.

The Galaxy S26 Ultra’s privacy display

One feature distinguishes the Ultra within its lineup: its adjustable privacy display, according to The Verge. It can limit what nearby onlookers see across the whole screen or only selected portions, giving users a choice about how much of the display to shield.

The Verge also reports a 6.9-inch screen and an included S Pen, a stylus for writing or drawing. For shoppers weighing the offer, those features provide concrete reasons to consider the phone alongside the reported savings.