Here we go again: Samsung raises Galaxy S26 smartphone prices
The global memory shortage continues, and now Samsung has rasied the prices on its Galaxy S26 smartphones.
In October 2026, Samsung announced price increases of $100 or more on its latest-generation flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S26 line. This follows a trend where gadgets with memory, such as laptops, smartphones, and gaming consoles, have seen price hikes. The increase is due to a shortage of memory components caused by a multi-trillion-dollar AI infrastructure spending spree.
The S26 and S26 Plus were already pricier at launch compared to their S25 counterparts. The new prices for the Galaxy S26 are: 256GB model at $999.99, the 256GB Galaxy S26 Plus at $1,199.99, and the 256GB Galaxy S26 Ultra at $1,399.99. The 1TB version of the S26 Ultra saw a $200 increase. However, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE, announced on September 3, remains unaffected by these price hikes and will be released on October 5, starting at $699.
Amazon offers deals such as a $100 discount on the Galaxy S26 Ultra in white and a base model S26 at its original price in certain colors. Mobile carriers like Verizon and T-Mobile often provide up to $1,000 off new phones with specific plans or trade-ins.
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