Samsung makes the Galaxy S26 Ultra even harder to resist with $100 credit on top of a $200 discount

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By Adrian Diaconescu

Published: Apr 29, 2026, 7:38 AM

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Who doesn't love the Galaxy S26 Ultra's design? | Image by PhoneArena

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Have you taken advantage of Samsung's seemingly unbeatable $200 Galaxy S26 Ultra price cut (sans trade-in) from a few weeks back? Hopefully not, because the world's number two handset vendor is now holding an even greater sale on its official US website for buyers of probably the best Android phone out there.

Not only is the unlocked S26 Ultrastill marked down by a very cool 200 bucks from its $1,299.99, $1,499.99, and $1,799.99 list prices in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage variants, respectively, but you can score free $100 Samsung Credit as well without jumping through any hoops whatsoever.

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$200 off (15%)

5G, Unlocked, 256GB Storage, 12GB RAM, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Processor, 6.9-Inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X Screen with 3120 x 1440 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, Privacy Display, Armor Aluminum Frame, Corning Gorilla Armor 2 Protection, Android 16, 200 + 10 + 50 + 50MP Quad Rear-Facing Camera System, 12MP Front-Facing Camera, 5,000mAh Battery with 60W Wired and 25W Wireless Charging Support, Galaxy AI, Four Color Options, Free $100 Samsung Credit Included, No Device Trade-In Required (Additional Discounts Available with Trade-In)

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We're talking no upfront carrier activation or obligatory device trade-in, mind you, although if you do want to give up your existing phone (in good condition), it might be a good idea to do that too and raise your savings up to as much as $720.

Of course, slashing $200 off the regular price of a device as incredibly popular and extremely well-reviewed as the Galaxy S26 Ultra is nothing to scoff at, especially when you also get an additional $100 to spend towards accessories like protective cases, smartwatches, or wireless earbuds.

Something like the top-of-the-line Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, for instance, can be knocked down to as little as $124.99 as part of this new promotion, bringing your total expense when you consider an entry-level configuration of the S26 Ultra to $1,224.98. That may sound excessive, but it's actually very reasonable for some of the best wireless earbuds money can buy right now and one of the greatest phones in the world.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Privacy Display settings

Who doesn't love the S26 Ultra's Privacy Display functionality? | Image by PhoneArena

Samsung is advertising its latest Galaxy S26 Ultra offer as a Mother's Day special, believing that your mom will appreciate the handset's built-in Privacy Display tool like no one else. In reality, the phone's signature feature and number one upgrade over last year's Galaxy S25 Ultra has evidently proven popular with all types of consumers, from the youngest to the oldest and from the most tech-savvy to the most tech-adverse buyers.

Then again, that's only one of many great features and specs to appreciate here, with a state-of-the-art Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, 5,000mAh battery equipped with blazing fast 60W charging, a gorgeous 6.9-inch Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X screen, ultra-sophisticated 200 + 10 + 50 + 50MP quad rear camera system, and always handy S Pen each contributing to one of the mobile industry's best value propositions right now.

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Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.

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