Samsung’s new Galaxy S26 lineup isn’t just about the hardware; it’s the software that’s stealing the spotlight this time. With Galaxy AI now more proactive and versatile, the S26 series is designed to take more work off your hands and make everyday tasks seamless. Here’s what’s new and upgraded and why it matters.
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Key Galaxy AI Features
Now Nudge (New)
Your phone now anticipates what you need. Chatting about your Penang trip? It’ll surface the right photos instantly. Scheduling a meeting? It’ll flag calendar clashes before you even check. Switching between apps like WhatsApp and Waze also feels smoother than ever.
Now Brief (Upgrade)
Think of it as your personal briefing. It pulls info from emails, calendar, and notifications to give you a live snapshot of your day - from flight check-ins to dentist appointments. No more digging around.
Creative Studio (New)
AI-powered photo editing lets you remove objects, swap skies, or even turn shots into illustrations using simple text prompts. You can also generate images from scratch. All AI edits carry a watermark for transparency.
Call Screening (New)
Unknown numbers get screened by AI before your phone rings. You decide whether to pick up, avoiding spam interruptions.
Scam Detection – Powered by Google (New)
Google’s on-device scam detection (first seen on Pixel 10) is now on Galaxy. It listens for scam-like speech patterns and flags suspicious texts in real time. However, call detection is US-only for now, but message detection works in more regions.
Circle to Search (Upgrade)
Search entire outfits in one go — jacket, shirt, shoes — without circling each item individually. You can even point your camera instead of drawing. Perfect for online shopping.
Audio Eraser + Smart Organisation (Upgrade)
Background noise reduction now works in third-party apps like YouTube and Instagram. AI also tidies up scanned documents and auto-sorts screenshots, making your gallery less chaotic.
Multi-AI Agents (Upgrade)
For the first time, you can choose between Google Gemini or Perplexity as your AI assistant. Both handle multi-step tasks across apps, like booking rides or managing errands.
Bixby’s Big Glow-Up (Upgrade)
Bixby finally feels conversational. You can speak naturally to adjust settings, check flight info, or search the web. Whether this revival sticks remains to be seen, but it’s a major upgrade, nonetheless.
Pricing & Availability in Malaysia
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Galaxy S26 – RM5,199
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Galaxy S26+ – RM6,199
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Galaxy S26 Ultra – RM6,799
The Galaxy Buds4 series also launched:
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Base model – RM699
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Pro model – RM999
Pre-orders are now open via Samsung Malaysia’s official site and retail partners.