{
  "id": 18490100,
  "title": "Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is now just $949 ahead of Black Friday — save $450 right now",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-is-now-just-949-ahead-of-black-friday-save",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-06T11:21:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-is-now-just-usd949-ahead-of-black-friday-save-usd450-right-now"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is currently available for $949 at Best Buy, marking a $450 discount from its original price of $1399. This deal makes it one of the most affordable Android phones on the market, offering a range of impressive features. The phone boasts one of the best camera systems, featuring a 200MP main camera, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 5x optical zoom telephoto lens. Additionally, it includes a secondary 10MP telephoto lens with 3x zoom, which is not commonly found in many smartphones.\n\nThe Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra also comes with a 6.9-inch display, which includes a privacy feature that allows users to control the viewing angles of the screen, preventing unwanted surveillance. This feature operates on an app-by-app basis, providing users with granular control over privacy. The device is powered by a substantial 5,000 mAh battery, offering up to 16 hours and 10 minutes of usage, ensuring that users stay connected throughout the day.\n\nSamsung has integrated a suite of Galaxy AI features into the S26 Ultra, including Circle to Search, Automated App Actions, Horizon Lock camera feature, and upgraded charging capabilities. The phone supports fast 60W wired charging, allowing users to quickly top up their device’s battery. While there are early rumors suggesting the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra might hit the market in early 2027 with further upgrades, the Galaxy S26 Ultra is a compelling option for those looking for a high-quality Android phone at a discounted price, and this deal is expected to be one of the last of the year.",
  "summary": "Price hikes be damned, the best Android phone is almost back to its all-time low.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Android Authority",
        "title": "Moto One phones are getting ready for a comeback, and here’s a first look at the hardware",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/moto-one-phones-are-getting-ready-for-a-comeback-and-heres-a-first",
        "published": "2026-11-04T18:37:15.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Police",
        "title": "Samsung's 2027 promises have me worried for the Galaxy S27 series",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/samsungs-2027-promises-have-me-worried-for-the-galaxy-s27-series",
        "published": "2026-11-05T00:00:10.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Mashable",
        "title": "Samsung needs the Galaxy Buds 5 to be a home run or it’s officially game over",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/samsung-needs-the-galaxy-buds-5-to-be-a-home-run-or-its-officially",
        "published": "2026-11-05T10:00:36.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Engadget",
        "title": "Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 review: The new standard for smartwatch battery life",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-2-review-the-new-standard-for-smartwatch",
        "published": "2026-11-06T13:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}