By Vinod Ram 
At Galaxy Unpacked on February 25, Samsung officially unveiled the Galaxy S26 Ultra — and it’s already being called the first truly “Pro-Active AI” smartphone.
Unlike traditional AI assistants that wait for prompts, Samsung says the S26 Ultra introduces Agentic AI — software designed to anticipate needs and manage tasks before you even ask.
Watch the full announcement via Samsung Galaxy Unpacked.
What Is “Agentic AI”?
Samsung describes Agentic AI as an evolution of on-device intelligence powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor.
Built in collaboration with Qualcomm, the chipset delivers enhanced neural processing capabilities designed for real-time task automation.
Instead of simply answering questions, Agentic AI can:
- Rearrange your calendar based on travel delays
- Pre-draft emails based on meeting notes
- Optimize battery usage dynamically
- Auto-summarize calls and conversations
It moves beyond assistant — toward autonomous digital manager.
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5: Performance Leap
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 reportedly delivers:
- 25% faster CPU performance
- 30% GPU efficiency gains
- Major improvements in AI workload handling
This makes the S26 Ultra one of the most powerful Android devices entering 2026.
For broader mobile chipset benchmarks, visit GSMArena.
60W Super Fast Charging: Finally Catching Up?
One of the most practical upgrades: 60W Super Fast Charging.
The previous Galaxy S25 Ultra maxed out at 45W charging, which many critics felt lagged behind Chinese competitors.
With 60W support, Samsung claims:
- 0–50% in under 20 minutes
- Full charge in approximately 45 minutes
While still trailing some 100W+ Android rivals, it’s Samsung’s biggest jump in years.
Spec Comparison: S25 Ultra vs S26 Ultra vs iPhone 17 Pro
| Feature | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Galaxy S26 Ultra | iPhone 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | A19 Pro |
| AI Features | Standard Assistant AI | Agentic Pro-Active AI | Enhanced Siri AI |
| Charging | 45W | 60W | ~35W (rumored) |
| Display | 6.8” AMOLED | 6.8” AMOLED Gen 3 | 6.7” OLED |
Apple’s latest flagship can be explored via Apple’s official iPhone page.
Is This the Ultimate 2026 Upgrade?
The S26 Ultra feels less like a routine refresh and more like a strategic repositioning.
AI is no longer just a feature — it’s the foundation of the device.
But one major question remains:
Do you pre-order now — or wait for the rumored Galaxy Z Fold series successor (Galaxy Z Fold 8) later this year?
Our Early Verdict
- ✔ Biggest AI leap in Galaxy history
- ✔ Long-awaited charging boost
- ✔ Competitive performance gains
- ❓ Real-world Agentic AI reliability still unproven
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