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Samsung Galaxy S26 128GB Unlocked 5G Smartphone in Black

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Overview

The Samsung Galaxy S26 (SM-S942UZKAXAA) is the unlocked US model in Black with 128GB of storage and 12GB of memory. It runs on the Exynos 2600 processor and has a 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display at up to 120 Hz. It adds a 50 MP triple camera with 3x optical zoom, a 4,300 mAh (typical) battery, IP68 protection, Wi-Fi 7 and Galaxy AI features. It is a compact flagship for professionals and fleets, with security updates through February 2033.

  • Exynos 2600 octa-core processor (4.74GHz, 3.6GHz) with 12GB memory and 128GB storage
  • 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, up to 120 Hz
  • Triple rear camera: 50 MP wide, 12 MP ultra-wide and telephoto with 3x optical zoom; 8K 30fps video
  • 4,300 mAh (typical) battery with fast wired charging up to 69% in about 30 minutes
  • IP68, Armor Aluminum frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back
  • 5G Sub-6, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 3.2 Gen 1, NFC and nano-SIM + eSIM / dual eSIM
  • Galaxy AI on One UI 8.5, Samsung DeX and security updates until 28 February 2033
  • Get flagship Galaxy S performance in a compact 167 g, 7.2 mm body

The Galaxy S26 is the compact model in Samsung's current Galaxy S line. SM-S942UZKAXAA is the unlocked US version in Black with 128GB of storage, a capacity suited to users who keep most files in the cloud. It shares the S26's core hardware: the Exynos 2600 octa-core processor (4.74GHz and 3.6GHz cores) with 12GB of memory, a redesigned vapor chamber for up to 29% better heat dissipation, and an NPU that Samsung rates 38% stronger for on-device AI.

The 6.3-inch FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display refreshes at up to 120 Hz. Samsung quotes a peak brightness of 2600 nits. The rear camera system combines a 50 MP wide camera, a 12 MP ultra-wide and a telephoto with 3x optical zoom and up to 30x digital zoom. It records video at up to 8K 30fps. The 12 MP front camera has autofocus. Galaxy AI on One UI 8.5 adds Photo Assist, Now Nudge, Now Brief and Circle to Search, and you choose whether AI processing happens on the device or in the cloud.

The phone is 7.2 mm thick and weighs 167 g. It pairs an Armor Aluminum frame with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back and an IP68 rating. The 4,300 mAh (typical) battery reaches up to 69% in about 30 minutes with fast wired charging. A charger is not included.

For business deployments, the S26 supports Samsung DeX, Knox and Knox Matrix, Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, 6 GHz, 4096-QAM), USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Bluetooth 5.4. It is dual SIM, with a nano-SIM plus eSIM or dual eSIM, and supports a broad set of LTE and 5G Sub-6 bands including n41, n71 and n77. Security updates are published through 28 February 2033.

Ideal for

  • Compact flagship for executives and mobile professionals
  • Company-issued device on a long refresh cycle, with updates through 2033
  • Desktop-style productivity through Samsung DeX
  • Dual-line business and personal use via nano-SIM plus eSIM or dual eSIM

Specifications

OS

OS
Android
UI
Interface: One UI 8.5

Camera

Slow Motion
240fps @ FHD, 120fps @ FHD, 120fps @ UHD
Rear Camera Ois
Yes
Rear Camera Zoom
3x optical, 2x optical quality (Adaptive Pixel), up to 30x digital
Rear Camera Flash
Yes
Rear Camera F Number
F1.8, F2.4, F2.2
Front Camera F Number
F2.2
Rear Camera Auto Focus
Yes
Rear Camera Resolution
50.0 MP + 10.0 MP + 12.0 MP
Front Camera Auto Focus
Yes
Front Camera Resolution
12.0 MP
Video Recording Resolution
UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) @ 30fps

Battery

Charging
Up to 69% in about 30 minutes (wired)
Removable
No
Battery Capacity
4,300 mAh (typical)
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-ion
Video Playback Time
Up to 31 hours

Display

Peak Brightness
2600 nits
Size Main Display
6.3-inch full rectangle / 6.1-inch rounded corners
Resolution Main Display
2340 x 1080 (FHD+)
Technology Main Display
Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Color Depth Main Display
16M
Max Refresh Rate Main Display
120 Hz

General

MPN
Model Code: SM-S942UZKAXAA
UPC
198957238482
Brand
Samsung
Color
Black
Model
Galaxy S26
Carrier Type
Unlocked (US model)
Cellular Generation
5G

Package

IN The Box
Smartphone, Data Cable, Ejection Pin (charger not included)

Sensors

Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint, Gyro, Geomagnetic, Hall, Light, Proximity

Physical

Weight
167 g
Materials
Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back
Dimensions
149.6 x 71.7 x 7.2 mm
Shipping Weight
0.37 lbs
Ingress Protection
Water/Dust Resistance: IP68

Processor

Chipset
Processor: Exynos 2600
CPU Type
Octa-Core
CPU Speed
4.74GHz, 3.6GHz

Connectivity

Mhl
No
NFC
Yes
Wi-Fi
802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be (Wi-Fi 7), 2.4/5/6 GHz, EHT320, MIMO, 4096-QAM
Earjack
USB Type-C
PC Sync
Smart Switch (PC version)
USB Version
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Wi-Fi Direct
Yes
USB Interface
USB Type-C
Bluetooth Version
v5.4
Location Technology
GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo

Network Bands

Gsm 2g
2G GSM: GSM850, GSM900, DCS1800, PCS1900
Umts 3g
3G UMTS: B1, B2, B4, B5, B8
LTE Fdd 4G
4G FDD LTE: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B66, B71
LTE Tdd 4G
4G TDD LTE: B38, B39, B40, B41, B48
NR Fdd Sub6 5G
5G FDD Sub6: n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n66, n71
NR Tdd Sub6 5G
5G TDD Sub6: n38, n41, n77, n78

Network Bearer

SIM Size
Nano-SIM (4FF), eSIM
Number OF SIM
Dual-SIM
SIM Slot Type
SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM

Storage Memory

Memory
12GB
Storage
128GB

Audio And Video

Stereo Support
Yes
Audio Playing Format
Audio Formats: MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE
Video Playing Format
Video Formats: MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM
Video Playing Resolution
Video Playback: UHD 8K (7680 x 4320) @ 60fps

Software Support

Security Update Period
Security Updates Valid Until: 28 February 2033

General Information

Form Factor
Touch Bar

Services And Applications

Mobile TV
No
Gear Support
Galaxy Ring, Galaxy Buds (Core, 4 Pro, 3 Pro, 2 Pro, Pro, Live, +, 4, 3, 2, original, 3 FE, FE), Galaxy Fit3/Fit2, Galaxy Watch (FE, Ultra, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, original, Active2, Active)
Samsung Dex Support
Yes
Smartthings Support
Yes
Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support
ASHA

Questions buyers ask

Is this Galaxy S26 unlocked?

Yes. SM-S942UZKAXAA is the unlocked US model, so you can choose your service provider and plan.

How much storage and memory does this model have?

This SKU has 128GB of storage and 12GB of memory.

Does the Galaxy S26 support eSIM?

Yes. It is dual SIM, with a nano-SIM plus eSIM or dual eSIM.

How long will it receive security updates?

Samsung lists the security update period for the Galaxy S26 as valid until 28 February 2033.

Is a charger included?

No. The box contains the phone, a data cable and an ejection pin. With fast wired charging, the S26 reaches up to 69% in about 30 minutes.