Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra teaser video uses AI tools to showcase low-light camera ahead of Unpacked 2026 launch. Check specs, price and pre-reservation details.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra teaser video uses AI tools to showcase low-light camera [Photo: X]
Samsung has kicked off the countdown to its Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event with a bold teaser for the upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra. However, instead of building pure excitement, the video has triggered debate online. Viewers quickly noticed a disclaimer revealing that the footage was created with AI tools, raising questions about how the new camera feature actually performs in real-world conditions.
With the official launch just days away, here is everything you need to know about the Galaxy S26 series, its new features, pricing expectations and pre-reservation benefits in India.
Samsung US recently posted a 15-second teaser titled “Brighten your after hours”. The clip shows two men skateboarding through a city at night while carrying groceries. Within seconds, the footage shifts from a dim, grainy night scene to a brighter and sharper version, suggesting a powerful new low-light recording feature.
However, toward the end of the video, a small disclaimer appears stating, “This content was generated with the assistance of AI tools.”
The disclosure sparked online discussion. Many users questioned whether Samsung should have shown a real side-by-side camera comparison instead of an AI-generated demonstration. Critics argue that a real-world sample would have felt more convincing.
The teaser asks, “Can your phone do that?”, but viewers are now asking whether the Galaxy S26 Ultra can deliver the same performance in everyday use.
Samsung confirmed that it will unveil the Galaxy S26 series at the Galaxy Unpacked 2026 event on February 25 in San Francisco. The livestream will begin at 11:30 PM IST and will stream on Samsung’s official website and YouTube channel.
The lineup will reportedly include:
Samsung may also introduce the Galaxy Buds 4 series during the same event.
Samsung has already opened pre-reservations in India. Customers who want early access can pay a refundable token amount of Rs 999 until February 25. Pre-reservation benefits include:
Buyers can pre-reserve through Samsung.com, Samsung Exclusive Stores, Amazon.in, Flipkart.com and selected retail outlets.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to feature a 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with QHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. It may run on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor globally, paired with up to 16GB RAM and storage up to 1TB.
The device could pack a 5,000mAh battery with 60W fast charging support.
On the camera front, leaks suggest:
The new AI-enhanced low-light video feature appears to be the headline upgrade this year.
The Galaxy S26 Plus may come with a 6.7-inch QHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It could feature the Exynos 2600 chipset in India, along with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage.
The device may house a 4,900mAh battery with 45W charging support and a triple-camera setup led by a 50MP main sensor.
The standard Galaxy S26 could feature a 6.3-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is expected to use the same Exynos processor in India, paired with 12GB RAM and up to 512GB storage.
The phone may pack a 4,300mAh battery with 25W charging support and a triple rear camera system similar to the Plus variant.
According to leaks, pricing could start at:
Samsung positions AI as the core theme of this year’s flagship lineup. However, the use of AI-generated footage to demonstrate a camera feature has raised important questions about marketing transparency.
As the Unpacked 2026 event approaches, all eyes will focus on whether the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera can match the bold claims shown in the teaser. Samsung now has an opportunity to prove that its new AI-powered camera technology delivers real performance beyond promotional visuals.
