{"id":733580,"date":"2026-08-10T14:58:13","date_gmt":"2026-08-10T14:58:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/733580\/"},"modified":"2026-08-10T14:58:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T14:58:13","slug":"pick-up-the-phone-and-save-260-off-samsungs-galaxy-s26-plus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/733580\/","title":{"rendered":"Pick Up the Phone and Save $260 Off Samsung\u2019s Galaxy S26 Plus"},"content":{"rendered":"

Save $260: The 256GB Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus is down to $840<\/a> right now, with the larger capacity 512GB version on sale for $970<\/a>, depending on your color choice.<\/p>\n

Note that these prices vary by color, so make sure to check the price of your preferred finish before ordering. The 256GB model is cheapest in cobalt violet, sky blue and black, while the 512GB model\u2019s sky blue is the most affordable option.<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\"$840<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\t\t\t\tSamsung Galaxy S26 Plus\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t$840 (Original price: $1,100)\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

Launched in March, the latest Plus model sits comfortably between the base Galaxy S26<\/a> and the elite Galaxy S26 Ultra<\/a>. It comes with Android 16 OS, a 6.7-inch dynamic AMOLED 2X ultravivid display and a refresh rate up to 120 Hz.\u00a0We don\u2019t know how long these low prices will last, so snag one before prices climb back up.<\/p>\n

The latest model also comes with an improved Snapdragon processor that boosts performance, as well as advanced Galaxy AI that helps you handle daily tasks more easily and efficiently. AI-powered tools like Photo Assist can help you tweak photos, remove objects and sharpen details in seconds without needing any extra apps.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Camera-wise, the 50-megapixel sensor delivers excellent picture quality and the wider front camera ensures better selfies with your friends. The S26 Plus has a 4,900-mAh battery similar to its predecessor, the S25 Plus<\/a>. However, an optimized, faster processor now delivers better battery life, including, according to Samsung, 31 hours of video playback.<\/p>\n

If you want to compare and check out other smartphones, then check out our list of the best Samsung smartphones of 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Alternatives you might like<\/p>\n

Samsung\u2019s Galaxy S26 lineup includes three distinct models, with the S26 Plus being the midrange option. The premium Galaxy S26 Ultra sits at the top of the lineup and is on sale from $962<\/a> at the moment, including a huge display and S Pen support. The Galaxy S26 is the cheapest option, with all four colors now on offer for $775<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tShruti is a writer on CNET’s commerce team, with years of experience covering e-commerce, travel, lifestyle and tech.
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\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Oliver\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOliver Haslam has been writing about phones, computers, games, and anything else that takes a battery or plugs in for more than he’d like to admit.
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\nWith a focus on mobile and laptops, Oliver is never too far away from whatever social network is trending today and is never short of an opinion to share.
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