Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs. S26 Ultra: Should you upgrade to the latest model after two years?

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Samsung's latest premium phone, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, may have a lot in common with its predecessor, but how does it compare to a two-generation-old device -- especially when it has the same camera megapixels and battery capacity? 

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If you have a Galaxy S24 Ultra and are wondering how the new Galaxy S26 Ultra compares, there are some major differences worth noting. Unsurprisingly, the new Samsung phone isn't any cheaper -- but it brings a few quality-of-life upgrades that could be worth it for many users. Let's take a look. 

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