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General

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Series

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Galaxy S1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Explore the Galaxy S26 Series lineup

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A35172Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108044Read 5 October 2026Exact model identification section for iPhone Air. Reference is A3517 (other countries and regions). Other hardware codes are excluded.

SM-S942B, SM-S942B/DS2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Exact European/UK model code and /DS reference in the manufacturer comparison and EU information sheet. Excluded regional codes are not represented.3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Exact European/UK model code and /DS reference in the manufacturer comparison and EU information sheet. Excluded regional codes are not represented.5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Exact European/UK model code and /DS reference in the manufacturer comparison and EU information sheet. Excluded regional codes are not represented.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

9 September 20256Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/09/introducing-iphone-air-a-powerful-new-iphone-with-a-breakthrough-designRead 5 October 2026Dated maker launch announcement.

25 February 20266Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

Status

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Available6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Apple iPhone 16 Plus12Reviewtomsguide.com/phones/iphones/iphone-air-reviewRead 23 October 2026Tom's Guide says the iPhone Air replaces the iPhone 16 Plus in Apple's lineup.13Reviewtechradar.com/phones/iphone/breaking-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-iphone-airRead 23 October 2026TechRadar says the iPhone Air replaces the iPhone 16 Plus in the flagship lineup.

Samsung Galaxy S2514Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26-review-2942p6.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's review compares the Galaxy S26 with last year's Galaxy S25.15Reviewgsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_s26_vs_galaxy_s25_review_battery_camera_price_compared-news-72229.phpRead 23 October 2026GSMArena's comparison treats the Galaxy S25 series as last year's models for the Galaxy S26 series.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€1,1997Press releaseapple.com/de/newsroom/2025/09/introducing-iphone-air-a-powerful-new-iphone-with-a-breakthrough-designRead 5 October 2026Germany launch price including VAT, starting 256 GB configuration. No US price is assigned to the European hardware.

€99911Press releasenews.samsung.com/at/samsung-galaxy-s26-serie-und-galaxy-buds4-serie-jetzt-weltweit-erhaltlichRead 30 September 2026Manufacturer Austria release article dated 11 March 2026, availability and price: starting consumer MSRP in EUR for the base 256 GB model. Not a later sale price.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

EU, GB2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/108044Read 5 October 2026Reference hardware is the European and UK model identified by the regional specifications. Not a worldwide hardware union.

EU, GB2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026European/UK reference hardware. S26 US Snapdragon model cannot inherit Exynos CPU/GPU values and is excluded.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Space Black, Cloud White, Light Gold, Sky Blue1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Cobalt Violet, Sky Blue, Black, White, Silver Shadow, Pink Gold1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Silver Shadow and Pink Gold are samsung.com exclusives

Form factor

Bar1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026External Buttons and Connectors diagram shows the non-folding handset body.

Bar2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Touchscreen Bar7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

OS support period (claimed)iYears of OS updates promised by the maker. Do not convert a number of Android generations into years, or mix an EU minimum counted from end of sale with a launch-based promise.

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Security support period (claimed)iYears of security updates promised by the maker. State when the period starts in the source note. A regulatory minimum counted from end of market placement is a different basis.

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7years6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Footnote 21: seven years of security updates from initial global launch. Seven OS generations is a separate claim, not years.

Security updates untiliPublished end date of security support for the exact model. Do not calculate a date from a rounded number of years.

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28 February 20332Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Security Update Period (Valid until) 28 February 20337Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Software Support: 28 February 2033.

Body

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HeightiBody height in portrait orientation. Foldables use the unfolded body.

156.2mm1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

149.6mm2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

WidthiBody width in portrait orientation.

74.7mm1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

71.7mm2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Thickness

5.64mm1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

7.2mm1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Thickness with camera bump

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10.35mm12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Reviewer directly measured total thickness with the cameras as 10.35 mm on European Exynos 2600 12 GB/256 GB hardware. Maker nominal 7.2 mm body thickness is retained separately.

Folded dimensions

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WeightiHandset weight without accessories. Colour and material differences belong in variants.

165g(5.8 oz)1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Size and Weight section. UK maker publishes 165 g. Notebookcheck lists 165 g. Maker claim retained.

167g(5.9 oz)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Frame

Titanium1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Aluminium1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Armor Aluminum frame

Front

Ceramic Shield 21Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 21Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Footnote: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 is applied to the front and back

BackiMaterial of the back cover as the maker names it. Aluminium is a metal back cover, as on a unibody. Silicone is a back the maker calls silicone, even with a leather or fabric look. A mixed back, such as metal with a glass insert, is Other.

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Glass1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026

Dust and water rating

IP681Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

IP681Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026

Water resistance depth

6m1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

1.5m1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

Water resistance time

30min1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

30min1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 20266Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

MIL-STD-810

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SIM capacityiPhysical nano-SIM slots and maximum simultaneously active eSIMs. These counts are alternatives and must not be added to infer total active subscriptions.

Nano-SIMs0Active eSIM capacity2eSIM onlyYes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026SIM Card section. Two active eSIMs and no physical SIM. Stored profile count is excluded.

Nano-SIMs2Active eSIM capacity2eSIM onlyNo2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Nano-SIM (4FF), Embedded-SIM. SIM 1 + SIM 2 / SIM 1 + eSIM / Dual eSIM7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Network/Bearer: SIM1+SIM2, SIM1+eSIM or Dual eSIM. Two active subscriptions total.

Stylus

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Stylus name

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Display

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Screen sizeiMaker diagonal for the main display as a full rectangle. Rounded corners and cutouts reduce the viewable area.

6.55in(16.6 cm)1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Display footnote: full standard-rectangle diagonal is 6.55 inches. Marketed heading: 6.5 inches. Rounded corners reduce the viewable area.

6.3in(16 cm)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 20266.3 inch in the full rectangle, 6.1 inch accounting for the rounded corners2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Resolution

1260 × 2736px1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Display section, portrait orientation.

1080 × 2340px2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20262340 x 1080 (FHD+)7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Pixel density

459.9ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Resolution

409.1ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Resolution

Aspect ratio

19.54:910Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Specifications Display gives 19.54: 9 as its rounded published aspect ratio.

19.5:912Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact European 12 GB/256 GB device display table publishes 19.5:9.

Display type

OLED1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Display section expressly states OLED. LTPO is not inferred from adaptive refresh alone.

LTPO OLED2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Dynamic AMOLED 2X is an OLED display. Exact LTPO backplane was secondary-only and is not inferred from variable refresh.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 202612Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact device specification expressly identifies LTPO. Not inferred solely from the adaptive refresh range.

Display type (as published)

Super Retina XDR1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Dynamic AMOLED 2X2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Max refresh rateiHighest stated display refresh rate. Game-only or app-specific modes must be identified in the source note.

120Hz1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

120Hz2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Min refresh rateiLowest stated adaptive display refresh rate. A variable refresh display does not itself prove an LTPO backplane.

1Hz9Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2025/09/introducing-iphone-air-a-powerful-new-iphone-with-a-breakthrough-designRead 5 October 2026Display section: always-on display adjusts down to 1 Hz when not in use.

1Hz6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

Touch sampling rateiStandard touch sampling rate the maker states. A figure the maker ties to a game, boost or instant mode goes in the instant field. When the maker names no mode, the figure is stored here and the source note quotes the wording.

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Instant touch samplingiHighest touch sampling rate the maker states for a game, boost or instant mode.

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Display brightness (typical, claimed)iMaker stated typical brightness, not a reviewer measurement or automatic outdoor mode. On a foldable, the main inner screen.

1,000nits1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Display section: maximum typical brightness.

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Outdoor brightness (claimed)iMaker stated outdoor or high-brightness-mode value. A peak outdoor claim need not be full-screen sustained brightness.

3,000nits1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Display section: peak outdoor brightness. Not a sustained full-white result.

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Peak display brightness (claimed)iManufacturer-stated peak brightness. Store HDR, window size and operating mode only as stated in the source note. Outdoor/HBM claims use the separate field. On a foldable, the main inner screen.

1,600nits1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Display section: peak HDR brightness, separate from outdoor peak.

2,600nits1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026FAQ: peak brightness of 2600 nits6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Specifications display table, peak 2600 nits. Window not specified.

Minimum brightness

1nit1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

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Colour depth per channeliBits for each RGB colour channel, not total bits per pixel. A 24-bit RGB pixel means 8 bits per channel. No native-versus-dithered assumption.

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8bits12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact device display specification expressly says 8-bit color depth. Native versus dithered implementation is not claimed.

DCI-P3 coverage

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HDR playback formatsiHDR formats the phone can display or play back. Recorded video HDR formats use the separate video field.

Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Video Playback section explicitly identifies Dolby Vision, HDR10+/HDR10 and HLG.

HLG, HDR10, HDR10+12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Device Additional features expressly names HLG, HDR10 and HDR10+ display playback. Recorded HDR is separate.

PWM dimming frequency

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Always-on display

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Yes4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Always On Display section page 135.

Front camera cutout

Pill1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Punch hole1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Footnote: viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera hole

Cover screen sizeiThe outer screen of a foldable, or a second screen on the back of a phone, such as on the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max.

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Cover screen resolutioniWidth and height as the screen stands when the closed phone, or the phone with a rear screen, is held upright. Some makers print the long side first, such as Motorola's 1272 x 1080 for a screen that is 1080 px wide.

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Cover screen refresh rate

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Cover screen type

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Platform

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OS at launch

iOS 261Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Operating System section of launch-era specifications states iOS 26. Current compatibility is not inferred from this.

Android 166Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

Software

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One UI 913Maker product pagedoc.samsungmobile.com/SM-S942B/EUX/doc.htmlRead 8 October 2026Official released history explicitly identifies One UI 9. Launch Android 16 and One UI 8.5 remain historical source/test context.

Latest stable OS (verified)iLatest stable OS explicitly verified for the exact model on the source accessed date. A downloadable manual, beta, or launch specification does not prove a stable update rollout.

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Android 1713Maker product pagedoc.samsungmobile.com/SM-S942B/EUX/doc.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact model EUX official update log and linked English history read. Latest released build S942BXXS4BZIG, September 29, 2026, explicitly Android 17. Released history, not a beta or manual assumption.

Chipset

Apple A19 Pro1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Exynos 26003Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Processor comparison explicitly names Exynos 2600 for S26 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy for Ultra.

Process

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2nm3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Processor comparison: S26 2 nm, Ultra 3 nm.

CPU cores

61Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

102Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Processor comparison: S26 Deca-Core, Ultra Octa-Core.

CPU configurationiCPU core counts, names and maximum clocks for the exact chipset configuration. Do not copy clocks from another regional chip or generic faster chip edition.

AApple iPhone Air

Count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
2	Performance	4.3
4	Efficiency	2.6

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Chip section gives two performance and four efficiency cores. No clock speed is stated.10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Specifications Processor: exact A19 Pro unit, two 4.3 GHz P-cores and four 2.6 GHz E-cores. Clocks are quoted at the review publication precision, not invented from a chipset maximum.

BSamsung Galaxy S26

Count	Core	Max clock (GHz)
1	Arm C1-Ultra	3.8
3	Arm C1-Pro	3.26
6	Arm C1-Pro	2.76

Source7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Exact UK 12 GB/256 GB phone CPU Speed table publishes 3.8, 3.26 and 2.76 GHz. Same-model Exynos review explicitly maps one Ultra to 3.8, three Pro to rounded 3.3 and six Pro to rounded 2.8 GHz. Exact maker clock precision is retained, not generic chip maxima.8Maker product pagesemiconductor.samsung.com/processor/mobile-processor/exynos-2600Read 30 September 2026Enhanced CPU architecture: one C1-Ultra, three high-performance C1-Pro and six high-efficiency C1-Pro middle cores. Exact per-group clock mapping is not published in this paragraph, so the three OEM speeds are not assigned to groups.12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact European 12 GB/256 GB processor table supplies the group mapping. Its rounded Pro clocks agree with exact UK 3.26 and 2.76 GHz. US Snapdragon CPU groups are excluded.

Max CPU clock

4.3GHz=CalculatedFrom CPU configuration

3.8GHz=CalculatedFrom CPU configuration

GPU

Apple 5-core GPU1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Xclipse 9608Maker product pagesemiconductor.samsung.com/processor/mobile-processor/exynos-2600Read 30 September 2026GPU section explicitly names Samsung Xclipse 960. Processor is independently confirmed by exact Galaxy S26 comparison table.

NPU performance

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Memory

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RAM

12GB10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Specifications and Performance section, European 12 GB/512 GB unit, iOS 26.

12GB1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

RAM typeiActual installed memory technology published for the phone. A chipset supported-memory list does not prove which type this device uses.

LPDDR5X10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Performance / Specifications explicitly names installed LPDDR5x.

LPDDR5X12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Actual installed 12 GB LPDDR5x in the European Exynos device, not a chip-supported memory list.

Storage (nominal)iManufacturer nominal capacity before formatting, not available space. Published TB values use decimal SI conversion, 1 TB = 1000 GB. Literal maker GB values stay as published.

256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Capacity section. Maker TB values are decimal nominal capacities, 1 TB = 1000 GB.

256, 512GB1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026FAQ: 512 GB and 256 GB, both with 12 GB of memory2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026

Storage type

NVMe10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Specifications names NVMe installed storage on tested unit.

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Memory card

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None3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Memory expansion: no expansion possible.

Max card size

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Rear cameras

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Physical rear camerasiOne row per physical imaging camera. Sensor crops, optical-quality zoom modes, autofocus laser and depth scanners do not add photographic lenses. A colour or multispectral sensor is not a camera row, even when the maker gives it a megapixel figure. A depth camera with its own megapixel figure, such as a 2 MP depth camera, is a row with the depth role. A ToF or lidar scanner is not a row.

AApple iPhone Air

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Autofocus	OIS
Main	48	1.6	26	PDAF	Yes

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Camera section. Physical lenses only. The 2x optical-quality mode is a sensor crop and not a second physical camera.11Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 5 October 2026Maker terminology identifies Focus Pixels as phase detection autofocus. Exact-model camera details come from the current specifications.

BSamsung Galaxy S26

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Sensor optical format	Autofocus	OIS	Optical zoom	Sensor
Main	50	1.8	23	1/1.56"	Dual Pixel PDAF	Yes	Not available	Samsung GN3
Ultrawide	12	2.2	13	1/2.55"	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Telephoto	10	2.4	69	1/3.94"	Not available	Yes	3×	Samsung 3K1

Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Maker gives 50 MP F1.8, 10 MP F2.4, 12 MP F2.2, AF and OIS, Optical Zoom 3x3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Rear Camera comparison: physical wide/ultrawide/tele lenses, resolution, aperture, sensor format and OIS. Quad Pixel names do not prove Quad PD autofocus. Unsupported phase-detection subtype, focal lengths and sensor model codes removed.12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact European Exynos 2600 12 GB/256 GB camera table explicitly gives main Samsung GN3 at 23 mm, telephoto Samsung 3K1 at 69 mm, and ultrawide at 13 mm, all equivalent focal lengths. Existing maker lens roles and specifications are retained.

Number of rear cameras

1=CalculatedFrom Physical rear cameras

3=CalculatedFrom Physical rear cameras

Main camera

48MP=CalculatedFrom Physical rear cameras

50MP=CalculatedFrom Physical rear cameras

Longest physical-lens optical zoomiLargest optical zoom factor of a physical telephoto lens. Optical-quality sensor crops and advertised zoom ranges are excluded.

Not available

3×=CalculatedFrom Physical rear cameras

Maximum photo digital zoomiHighest stated digital zoom for photos. Video zoom can have a different limit. A total zoom factor such as Up to 100x counts, also when the maker adds AI processing to it.

10×1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

30×1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026FAQ: up to 30x digitally with 3x Optical Zoom2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Flash

True Tone flash1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Rear flash4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Model-specific layout pages 6-9 labels the flash, matching the rear camera illustration. Type is LED in the product diagrams/launch specifications.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Camera table: Rear Camera - Flash Yes. Emitter count and LED subtype are not stated in this table, so they are not guessed.

Camera features

Sapphire crystal lens cover, Photonic Engine, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 5, Night mode1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Horizon Lock1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Camera, Super Steady with Horizontal Lock. Original secondary-only Laser AF/auto-HDR/Best Face list removed.

Maximum rear video rate per resolutioniHighest stated capture frame rate at each resolution, including slow-motion modes. Lens restrictions and cloud-processed output must be named in the source note.

AApple iPhone Air

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
3840	2160	60
1920	1080	240
1280	720	30

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Video Recording section. Includes 1080p slow motion at 240 fps. 4K maximum is 60 fps.

BSamsung Galaxy S26

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
7680	4320	30
3840	2160	120
1920	1080	240

Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Exact UK feed: 8K 7680 x 4320 at 30 fps. Slow motion 240 fps at FHD and 120 fps at UHD. Recording rates include documented slow motion, not playback capability.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Exact UK feed: 8K 7680 x 4320 at 30 fps. Slow motion 240 fps at FHD and 120 fps at UHD. Recording rates include documented slow motion, not playback capability.

Max video resolution

3840 × 2160px=CalculatedFrom Maximum rear video rate per resolution

7680 × 4320px=CalculatedFrom Maximum rear video rate per resolution

Recorded video HDR formatsiHDR formats explicitly supported for recording. Display playback support does not establish camera recording support.

Dolby Vision1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Not available

Log recording

Not available

Yes4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Camera settings page 76, Log option.

Video recording codecsiCodecs explicitly documented for recorded video. Excludes playback-only codecs and container names such as MP4 and MKV.

HEVC, H.2641Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Video Recording explicitly lists recorded formats. Playback-only AV1 is excluded.

HEVC, H.2644Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 76, Videos, Video format: HEVC/H.264. APV is Ultra-only, corroborated by the release announcement. Playback container list is not used.

Video stabilisation

Sensor shift, EIS1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Video Recording: sensor-shift optical stabilisation and Cinematic video stabilisation.

OIS, EIS4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Camera settings page 76 video stabilization anti-shake. Rear camera OIS separately in the maker spec. Gyro-specific EIS subtype not established.

Maximum slow-motion capture rateiCaptured frames per second, not the playback rate. Recording resolution and supported camera belong in the source note.

240fps1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Video Recording: 1080p 240 fps.

240fps2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026240fps @FHD7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Front camera

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Front camerasiOne row per physical front imaging camera. Depth or face authentication components are not additional selfie cameras.

AApple iPhone Air

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Autofocus
Main	18	1.9	PDAF

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Front Camera section. Center Stage is not evidence of an ultrawide role. Focus Pixels terminology is explained by the separate maker camera reference.11Maker product pagedeveloper.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/DeviceInformation/Reference/iOSDeviceCompatibility/Cameras/Cameras.htmlRead 5 October 2026Focus Pixels terminology only. Does not borrow older model hardware.

BSamsung Galaxy S26

Role	Resolution (MP)	Aperture (f/)	Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm)	Sensor optical format	Autofocus	Sensor
Main	12	2.2	23	1/3.2"	Dual Pixel PDAF	Samsung 3LU

Source2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20263Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Front Camera comparison: 12 MP, f/2.2, 1/3.2 inch, autofocus, Dual Pixel. Pixel size, focal length and sensor model not published.12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact European Exynos 2600 12 GB/256 GB camera table explicitly gives Samsung 3LU and 23 mm equivalent focal length for the 12 MP front camera. No autofocus subtype is inferred from the review AF label.

Maximum front video rate per resolutioniHighest stated front-camera frame rate at each resolution, including slow motion where documented.

AApple iPhone Air

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
3840	2160	60
1920	1080	120

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Front Camera section: 4K 60 fps and 1080p slow motion 120 fps.

BSamsung Galaxy S26

Width (px)	Height (px)	Highest capture rate (fps)
3840	2160	60

Source6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Selfie Camera in official specification table: 4K@60fps. Unsupported secondary-only 1080p maximum removed.

Front autofocus

Yes=CalculatedFrom Front cameras

Yes=CalculatedFrom Front cameras

Audio

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Stereo speakers

No1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026External Buttons and Connectors: one built-in speaker. Mono operation is separately confirmed by the exact-model review.10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Emissions explicitly identifies a mono loudspeaker.

Yes7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

3.5 mm jack

No1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Complete External Buttons and Connectors diagram has USB-C and no 3.5 mm connector.

No2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Earjack: USB Type-C7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Connectivity Earjack: USB Type-C, not a 3.5 mm socket.

Audio features

Spatial Audio playback, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Audio Playback: Dolby Atmos and Spatial Audio playback. Spatial Audio requires compatible AirPods.

Dolby Atmos4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Sound quality and effects page 127.

MicrophonesiPhysical microphones in the phone. Noise reduction channel count does not always establish microphone count.

Not available

34Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Galaxy S26 device layout on printed pages 9 and 10 labels three physical microphones. Top air vent and speakers are excluded.

Network

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Network

GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

GSM, LTE, 5G2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Exact UK infrastructure table explicitly names GSM, WCDMA, LTE and 5G sub-6. HSPA is not inferred from WCDMA alone.7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Exact UK infrastructure table explicitly names GSM, WCDMA, LTE and 5G sub-6. HSPA is not inferred from WCDMA alone.

2G bandsiExact model radio bands. State model and region. Do not substitute a worldwide union for one regional model.

GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19002Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.

3G bandsiExact model UMTS/WCDMA/HSPA bands or published MHz ranges. State which notation the source uses.

850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 21001Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Mobile and Wireless: maker lists MHz frequency ranges, not UMTS band IDs.

B1(2100), B2(1900), B4(AWS), B5(850), B8(900)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.

4G bandsiExact model LTE bands, not channel frequencies or aggregate world coverage.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 66, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 531Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Mobile and Wireless: exact A3517 European model.

B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(AWS), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B12(700), B13(700), B17(700), B18(800), B19(800), B20(800), B25(1900), B26(850), B28(700), B32(1500), B66(AWS-3), B38(2600), B39(1900), B40(2300), B41(2500)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.

5G bandsiExact model 5G NR bands. A union of sub-6 and mmWave models is not evidence that every variant supports both.

n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n66, n70, n75, n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, n791Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Mobile and Wireless: exact A3517 European sub-6 GHz model.

N1(2100), N2(1900), N3(1800), N5(850), N7(2600), N8(900), N12(700), N20(800), N25(1900), N26(850), N28(700), N66(AWS-3), N38(2600), N40(2300), N41(2500), N77(3700), N78(3500), N75(1500+)2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Network/Bearer exact UK model bands. Worldwide union removed. Numeric band plus published MHz kept.

5G modes

Not available

Not available

5G mmWave

No1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Mobile and Wireless: complete exact-model list is sub-6 GHz, with no mmWave radios listed.

No2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Neither the UK (SM-S942B) nor the US (SM-S942U) spec tab lists any 5G mmWave band, while the S26 Ultra US tab does7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Infra and 5G bands list sub-6 only for this European reference model.

Maximum modem download rateiTheoretical maker-published device/modem rate. Name the radio technology, aggregation and carrier conditions in the source note. Chip capability alone does not establish device support.

Not available

Not available

Satellite

Emergency SOS1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Peace of Mind: Emergency SOS and Roadside Assistance via satellite. No satellite voice call claim.

Not available

Wi-Fi calling

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Audio Calling: carrier and market dependent Wi-Fi calling.

Not available

Connectivity

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 71Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Wi-Fi 72Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be 2.4GHz+5GHz+6GHz7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Wi-Fi bands

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz8Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/guide/deployment/wi-fi-and-ethernet-specifications-dep268652e6c/webRead 5 October 2026Wi-Fi 7 iPhone table names iPhone Air and states 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz and 6 GHz bands.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth

61Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

5.42Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiWireless audio codecs explicitly supported by the phone. Local audio file formats and codecs supported only by the chipset are excluded.

SBC, AAC10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Specifications Additional features explicitly names Bluetooth Audio Codecs: SBC, AAC.

SBC, AAC, aptX, LDAC, Samsung Seamless Codec12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact device Additional features explicitly lists these supported Bluetooth audio codecs. US Snapdragon capabilities are not substituted.

NFC

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Yes2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Ultra-wideband

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Not available

Positioning

GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou, NavIC1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Dual-frequency GNSSiMultiple GNSS signal frequencies expressly documented by the maker, not a count of satellite constellations.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Location expressly states precision dual-frequency GPS.

Yes12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact phone table explicitly names GPS L1/L5, Galileo E1/E5a and QZSS L1/L5. Not inferred from constellation count.

Connector

USB-C1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

USB-C2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

USB data standardiUSB data protocol/speed, distinct from the USB-C connector shape, cable rating and charging capability.

USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s)1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

USB 3.2 Gen 12Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Video out over USBiWired external display output over the physical port. Casting or wireless desktop mode does not establish wired video support.

Not available

Yes4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Samsung DeX page 111: connect device USB-C to external display through HDMI adapter. Wireless DeX alone was not used as evidence.

IR blaster

Not available

Not available

FM radio

Not available

Not available

Features and sensors

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FingerprintiUnder-display, type not stated is for a maker that says in-display or under-display but not optical or ultrasonic.

Not available

Not available

Face unlockiYes, type not stated is for a maker that names face unlock or facial recognition but not 2D or 3D.

3D1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Face ID is enabled by TrueDepth technology in the front camera.

Not available

Sensors

Face ID, Barometer, High dynamic range gyro, High-g accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Dual ambient light sensors1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Accelerometer, Barometer, Fingerprint Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Extra buttonsiAdditional physical controls beyond ordinary power and volume buttons. On-screen navigation buttons are excluded.

Action button, Camera Control1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Not available

Haptic motor

Not available

Not available

Battery and charging

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Rated battery capacityiRated/minimum manufacturer capacity when available. Multi-cell pack-equivalent mAh must be explicitly published and identified in the source note. Regional hardware must match.

3,149mAh4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Product Information Sheet item 10: rated capacity of exact A3517 hardware.

4,175mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Footnote: rated capacity is 4175 mAh. The typical value 4300 mAh is the marketed figure (IEC 61960)5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026English fiche item 10, exact European /DS model rated capacity.

Battery capacity (typical)iManufacturer typical capacity, kept separate from rated/minimum capacity. For series cells, identify any explicitly published pack-equivalent figure.

Not available

4,300mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 20262Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20267Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026

Rated battery energyiRated pack energy in watt-hours. Do not calculate it from rounded voltage or mAh. Typical energy, when different, belongs in the source note.

12.26Wh10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Specifications Battery: rated 12.26 Wh, 3149 mAh, 3.894 V on European review unit. Energy is quoted, not calculated.

Not available

Battery type

Li-ion1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Li-ion12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact European device battery specification says Lithium-Ion. Unqualified 16.77 Wh beside typical 4300 mAh is not treated as rated energy.

Claimed battery lifeiMaker runtime claim for a named use case. Identify up-to/at-least wording, regional battery hardware and test conditions in the source note.

AApple iPhone Air

Use case	Hours (h)
Video playback	27
Video streaming	22

Source1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Power and Battery. Up-to claims for exact UK hardware. Optional MagSafe Battery accessory runtimes are excluded.

BSamsung Galaxy S26

Use case	Hours (h)
Video playback	30

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026FAQ: up to 30 hours of video playback. The comparison block and the US spec tab say 31, the UK spec tab says up to 302Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Video Playback Time (Hours) Up to 307Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Battery spec: up to 30 h S26, 31 h Ultra. Local 720p video, Bluetooth earphones, LTE default settings.

Maximum wired charging power (claimed)iManufacturer-stated handset charging input maximum. An adapter rating, power needed to achieve maximum speed, common-charger requirement or reviewer peak draw does not establish this value.

Not available

25W6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026

Wired charging standards

Not available

Quick Charge 2.0, AFC, USB Power Delivery6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Official launch specifications charging footnote: compatible with QC2.0, AFC and PD. USB PD revision/PPS were secondary-only.

Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)iManufacturer time to 50% from the stated starting level. A 55% or 75% claim is not interchangeable. Charger, cable and conditions belong in the source note.

30min1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Power and Battery footnote. From drained units, timing starts at Apple logo. 20 W USB-C adapter A2305 or higher, January 2025 preproduction test.

Not available

Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)iManufacturer full-charge claim. A review measurement uses measured_charge_time_min instead.

Not available

Not available

Wireless charging

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Yes4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026Battery pages 13-15 describe the built-in wireless charging coil.

Wireless charging power

20W1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026MagSafe and Wireless Charging. Requires 30 W adapter or higher.

15W6Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-unveils-galaxy-s26-series-most-intuitive-galaxy-ai-phone-yetRead 30 September 2026Official launch charging table: handset advertised maximum. Compatible charger and magnetic case are required for Qi2 Ready operation, accessories sold separately.

Wireless standardsiDevice wireless charging standard or qualification. Qi2 Ready needs a compatible magnetic case and does not mean built-in handset magnets.

MagSafe, Qi21Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Qi2 Ready (magnetic case required)10Press articleandroidcentral.com/phones/motorola/motorolas-next-phone-could-feature-native-qi2Read 30 September 2026Article explains all Galaxy S26 models are Qi2 Ready and require a magnetic case. Not full native-magnet Qi2 certification.

Built-in alignment magnetsiTrue only for alignment magnets built into the handset. A magnetic case or accessory does not make this true.

Yes1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

No10Press articleandroidcentral.com/phones/motorola/motorolas-next-phone-could-feature-native-qi2Read 30 September 2026Galaxy S26 family lacks built-in magnets. The separately sold case supplies magnetic alignment.

Reverse wireless output poweriPhone output power while charging another device wirelessly, not its wireless input rating.

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Reverse wired

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Charger in boxiWhether a mains charging adapter is included in the exact regional retail bundle. A USB cable alone is not a charger.

No1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026In the Box expressly excludes power adapter and EarPods.

No3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Delivery contents table lists no power adapter.

Included adapter rated poweriRated power of the included adapter, distinct from the phone maximum charging input.

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Measured

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Geekbench single-coreiReviewer CPU single-core result. Geekbench version, tested configuration and modes belong in the source note. Do not combine versions.

3,785points10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Performance comparison chart, Geekbench 6 single-core score. Current chart is labeled 6.7, but the original review predates its April 2026 release. The original test minor version is not verified. European 12 GB/512 GB unit running iOS 26.

3,197points9Measurementtomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/galaxy-s26-performance-face-off-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5-vs-exynos-2600Read 30 September 2026Geekbench 6.6 table, Galaxy S26 Exynos 2600 unit, single-core. Snapdragon S26 and S26+ rows are excluded.

Geekbench multi-coreiReviewer CPU multi-core result. Geekbench version and tested configuration belong in the source note.

9,509points10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Performance comparison chart, Geekbench 6 multi-core score. Current chart is labeled 6.7, but the original review predates its April 2026 release. The original test minor version is not verified. European 12 GB/512 GB unit running iOS 26.

11,065points9Measurementtomsguide.com/phones/samsung-phones/galaxy-s26-performance-face-off-snapdragon-8-elite-gen-5-vs-exynos-2600Read 30 September 2026Geekbench 6.6 table, Galaxy S26 Exynos 2600 unit, multi-core. Review configuration not specified.

3DMark Wild Life ExtremeiReviewer Wild Life Extreme score. Unlimited, Original, Solar Bay, stress-test stability and frame rates are different measurements. Version and run/loop conditions belong in the source note.

4,945points10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Graphics performance table, ordinary 3DMark Wild Life Extreme score, not Unlimited or stress stability. European 12 GB/512 GB unit, iOS 26.

7,122points12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Standard Wild Life Extreme 7122 on European Exynos 2600 12 GB/256 GB device with Android 16 and One UI 8.5. Unlimited and stress-loop results excluded. Exact application version and firmware are not stated.

AnTuTuiReviewer AnTuTu total score. Test version, operating system and tested RAM/storage belong in the source note. Cross-version and cross-OS scores are not directly comparable.

2,053,750points10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Performance table, AnTuTu v10 total score. European 12 GB/512 GB unit, iOS 26. iOS score is not directly comparable to Android implementation.

3,296,169points12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026AnTuTu v11 total 3296169 on European Exynos 2600 12 GB/256 GB, Android 16 and One UI 8.5. Exact minor and firmware are not stated. Not directly compared with v10 without qualification.

Display brightness (measured)iReviewer brightness result. Window size, manual/auto or HDR mode and test method belong in the source note. Not automatically a sustained full-screen peak. On a foldable, the main inner screen.

3,085nits10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Display section: reduced white APL18 area, 3085 cd/m² peak. European 12 GB/512 GB unit, iOS 26.

1,361nits12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maximum white-grid point 1361 cd/m² measured with X-Rite i1Pro 3. European 12 GB/256 GB device, Android 16 and One UI 8.5. Separate average 1337.2 and HDR results are different conditions. Control mode and firmware build are not stated.

PWM dimming (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

240Hz10Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Apple-iPhone-Air-review-The-thinnest-smartphone-packs-a-ton-of-power.1152091.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026Display Screen Flickering test: base PWM 240 Hz at minimum brightness. Secondary 480 Hz reported. European 12 GB/512 GB unit, iOS 26.

240Hz12Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Exynos-and-more-battery-power-make-it-a-star-Samsung-Galaxy-S26-review.1284566.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Display flicker test reports 240 Hz worst case. European 12 GB/256 GB Exynos device, Android 16 and One UI 8.5. Exact firmware is not stated.

Mixed-use battery life (measured)iReviewer mixed-use active endurance. Identify the test method. Continuous web browsing or video-only tests cannot populate this field.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer time to a full charge, with start/end percentage and charger identified. A 15/30-minute percentage result is not a full-charge time.

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Loudspeaker loudness (measured)iReviewer integrated loudness in LUFS. Less negative numbers mean louder output. This is not sound pressure level in dB.

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EU label and regulatory

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EU energy class

A4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Item 6.

A2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 20265EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)iStandardized EU endurance test result for the exact registered model. Preserve only the precision the source publishes. This is not a normal mixed-use or video-playback runtime.

40h4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Item 8: 40 hours 0 minutes in standardized EU test.

51h5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Item 8, published whole hours under EU standardized test.

Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)iMinimum standardized charge cycles before the specified remaining capacity threshold. Notes retain greater-than or at-least qualifiers. EPREL prints this value in hundreds, so 10 there is stored as 1000.

1,000cycles4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Item 9: at least 1000 cycles at default settings.

1,200cycles2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026Minimum Battery Endurance in Cycles 12005EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Item 9, default settings minimum cycles. Not a normal usage guarantee.

Drop resistance class

B4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Item 14.

A5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Repairability class

C4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Item 20.

C5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026

SAR head (US)iHighest published head SAR under the US 1 g tissue method for the exact model. Record separation and conditions when stated.

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SAR body (US)iHighest published body SAR under the US 1 g tissue method. Do not substitute the limb result or EU 10 g result.

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SAR head (EU)iHighest published head SAR under the EU 10 g tissue method for the exact model.

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SAR body (EU)iHighest published body SAR under the EU 10 g tissue method, excluding separate limb values.

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Hearing aid compatibilityiPublished hearing-aid coupling or rating. Older M/T ratings, ASHA/HAP protocol support and conversational gain are different claims and must be named as published.

Hearing Aid Compatible1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026

Android Audio Streaming for Hearing Aid (ASHA)7Maker product pagesearchapi.samsung.com/v6/front/b2c/product/spec/detailRead 8 October 2026Services and Applications: Bluetooth Hearing Aid Support, ASHA. This is a supported coupling protocol, not a numerical M/T rating.

In the box

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In the box

iPhone Air, USB-C Charge Cable (1 m), Documentation1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact UK In the Box list. The support document lists documentation.

Galaxy S26, USB-C to USB-C data cable, SIM ejector tool, Quick guide, Energy label3Maker product pagesamsung.com/de/support/mobile-devices/vergleich-galaxy-s26-ultra-vs-galaxy-s26plus-vs-galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026Delivery contents table for European devices. S Pen is included only with Ultra. No charger.

Links

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Product page

www.apple.com/uk/iphone-air/specs1Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Exact model technical specifications.

www.samsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s261Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/smartphones/galaxy-s26Read 30 September 2026

Spec sheet

support.apple.com/en-gb/1250921Maker product pageapple.com/uk/iphone-air/specsRead 5 October 2026Apple Support technical specification document for the exact marketed model.

www.samsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specs2Maker product pagesamsung.com/uk/smartphones/galaxy-s26/specsRead 30 September 2026

Manual

support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/iphone/iph4b302997c/ios3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/en-gb/guide/iphone/iph4b302997c/iosRead 5 October 2026iPhone User Guide, exact-model hardware diagram. Current iOS guide is not used as launch OS evidence.

downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdf4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202602/20260227103129572/SM-S94X_UG_EU_16_Eng_Rev.1.0_260220.pdfRead 8 October 2026European S26/S26+/Ultra user manual, Android 16, Rev 1.0. Model-specific layouts pages 6-9 and camera settings page 76.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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25235775EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year4Maker spec sheet (PDF)regulatoryinfo.apple.com/cwt/api/ext/fileRead 5 October 2026Item 25: EU supplier guarantee 12 months.

2years5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/smartphonestablets20231669/Fiche_2523577_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Item 25: EU supplier guarantee 24 months.

Both are also in the API. Back to all phones.