Galaxy S26 Ultra Arrives Early for One Lucky Customer in EU

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Samsung’s latest Ultra model, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, alongside the other Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus, hit pre-orders right after the Galaxy Unpacked event.  Even if you are one of the first people to pre-order one of the Galaxy S26 devices, you might not receive the new phone right away. The pre-orders sometimes take days or even weeks before the official shipping, based on your region. However, sometimes people are lucky enough to get what they want earlier than expected.

Someone got their Galaxy S26 Ultra earlier than everyone else

A Reddit user, @u/Boris499, apparently got their Galaxy S26 Ultra unit already, which they announced via a post on r/samsunggalaxy. They got the Galaxy S26 Ultra earlier than Samsung’s reported March 6 delivery date, and yes, this can differ based on your region. The Galaxy S26 series will hit retail shelves starting March 11. 

Although we need to mention that this customer bought his Galaxy S26 Ultra directly from their carrier, Deutsche Telekom, the majority shareholder of T-Mobile. This is not the first time some customers have gotten their device earlier. In fact, it happened many times in the past years.

That said, early deliveries don’t always mean immediate support or a stable software update right out of the box. Samsung usually releases patches before phones officially hit the store shelves. As a result, these early customers get the final patches or carrier configurations. If you pre-ordered the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, or S26 Ultra and haven’t received it yet, check your tracking number. Your phone might already be on the way. 

Did your Galaxy S26 Ultra arrive already, or are you still watching the tracking page? And, ahem, how many times a day?

Pre-order the Galaxy S26 series through our Mystery Box program to receive a bundle of free gifts. Each box includes 65W GaN charger, USB-C wired earbuds, case, screen protector, desktop stand, cleaning kit, screen protector, and a few extra surprises. Shipping is on us (US only). Fill out this verification form to claim your box. Open the link in Chrome, Samsung Internet, or any web browser (not in the Shop Samsung app) to avoid errors.

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David Buliga

David Buliga is a Romanian writer at SammyGuru, where he covers the Samsung and Android ecosystem with a focus on apps, software features, and the trends shaping how we actually use our devices — from Galaxy Watch apps to One UI 9, plus the occasional opinion piece. He joined SammyGuru in 2026 after previously creating entertainment content on YouTube, producing animations and gameplay videos. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Applied Electronics and Telecommunications, David is passionate about consumer technology and enjoys getting under the hood of smartphones to see what makes them tick. Outside of tech, he loves listening to music, reading books, photography, and exploring the random ideas that often inspire his next story.

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