Galaxy S26 Ultra Powers Entire Unpacked Livestream

Samsung took a brave step to showcase the real-world camera capabilities of its Galaxy S26 Ultra. The company used the premium flagship model to film and livestream its launch presentation at Galaxy Unpacked 2026. The event was held on February 25 in San Francisco.

Samsung bets on Galaxy S26 Ultra for Unpacked livestream

Usually, companies use professional broadcast cameras for big events that reach millions of viewers around the world. However, Samsung did something different. During the Unpacked, the Korean firm said, “We are filming and live streaming this entire show using the Galaxy S26 Ultra.” This shows its confidence in the latest flagship phone’s solid camera performance.

While the Galaxy S26 Ultra uses the same 200MP main sensor as its predecessor, it brings a key improvement that enhances camera quality, mainly in challenging lighting conditions. The camera features a wider f/1.4 aperture instead of f/1.7 on the previous model. As such, it can capture up to 47% more light for better low-light performance. This makes the phone ideal for recording indoor presentations.

Thanks to enhanced Nightography Video, the Galaxy S26 Ultra can capture clear footage even under dramatic stage lighting. Moreover, upgraded Super Steady capacities with a horizontal lock option offer greater stability. As such, you can achieve consistent framing for fast-paced activities.

Another key upgrade is the support for the APV on Galaxy S26 Ultra. The professional-grade codec offers high-quality video with efficient compression. As such, the creator can record detailed footage that stays true even after multiple edits. The phone also supports LOG video recording, offering a wider dynamic range. Likewise, built-in LUT presets allow you to use cinematic color grading directly on the device.

If you want to experience next-level smartphone camera performance, the Galaxy S26 Ultra could be a solid pick. The phone is now available for pre-order, starting at $1,299.99.

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