Hey guys, if you’re planning to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in the Philippines, here’s a practical tip. You do not have to pay full retail price. With the right strategy, it is possible to reduce the cost by tens of thousands of pesos by properly stacking trade-in discounts, voucher codes, cashback rewards, and bank promos. A few extra minutes during checkout can make a major difference in your final total.
Samsung officially introduced the Galaxy S26 series during Galaxy Unpacked 2026, unveiling what it calls its most advanced AI-powered smartphone lineup to date. The series includes the Galaxy S26, S26+, and the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra, which leads in performance, camera capability, and Galaxy AI integration. With Philippine pre-orders now live, early buyers have access to limited-time incentives that can dramatically increase overall savings if used correctly.
This guide walks through the exact steps taken during an actual purchase to maximize the Galaxy S26 Ultra pre-order deal in the Philippines.
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Galaxy S26 Ultra Features and AI Upgrades
The Galaxy S26 series represents Samsung’s third-generation Galaxy AI platform. It combines powerful hardware with contextual artificial intelligence designed to streamline everyday tasks.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra features:
• 200MP wide-angle camera
• 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom
• 10x optical-quality zoom
• Enhanced Nightography
• AI-powered image processing
• Privacy Display for side-angle protection
Weighing 214 grams with a slimmer build, the device improves portability without compromising durability.
How to Maximize Your Galaxy S26 Ultra Pre-Order Savings
Activate 2% Cashback Before Checkout
Before anything else, go to the official Samsung Philippines website.
However, before proceeding to payment, cashback must be activated.
• On desktop, enable the ShopBack browser extension
• On mobile, open the ShopBack app first and search for Samsung
This ensures the purchase qualifies for 2% cashback.
For this specific purchase, the estimated cashback tracked was ₱745.91. That is nearly ₱750 earned back simply by activating ShopBack before checkout.
New users can also receive a ₱100 referral bonus when signing up before purchasing. The referral bonus stacks on top of the 2% cashback.
Sign up here before checkout: https://app.shopback.com/FUCVnr7U60b
Activating cashback first ensures that every peso spent contributes to additional savings.
Select Storage and Enable Trade-In
For this purchase, the 512GB variant was selected with Samsung Trade-In enabled.
The device traded in was a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra 5G.
After completing the online trade-in process, a ₱29,500 trade-in discount was applied.
This reduced the running total to ₱58,880 before applying additional vouchers.
Voucher Stacking Strategy
₱5,000 Livestream e-Voucher
Customers who registered and watched the launch livestream received a ₱5,000 e-voucher via email.
To activate this voucher, a qualifying Galaxy accessory must be added to the cart.
Instead of selecting the Anti-Reflective Film, we chose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Rugged Magnet Case.
A high-quality UV dome tempered glass will be installed separately by Queen Kim, so adding another screen film was unnecessary. The Rugged Magnet Case provided better protection while still unlocking the ₱5,000 voucher.
₱14,000 Direct Discount Voucher
Choose only one:
• GALAXYS26AFF
• PHYN26
Livestream Freebie Voucher
Choose only one:
• LS-PHGALAXYS26
• AI-PHGALAXYS26
Freebies included:
• Galaxy S26 Ultra Clear Magnet Case
• Magnet Wireless Battery Pack
**Combined value: ₱5,380.
Attempting to use both codes in the same category will result in a checkout error.
Additional Code for 1TB Variant (Unconfirmed)
Some buyers have reported that the code below may apply specifically to the 1TB variant of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra:
• PHS26ULTRA1TB
At the time of writing, this code was not personally tested during checkout, as it was discovered after the purchase was completed.
Samsung Rewards Points
Samsung Rewards points can also be redeemed. A Rewards Boost doubles the value up to a ₱4,000 cap.
Bank Promos
Samsung Philippines offered additional payment promotions:
• Metrobank: Up to 7% off plus 7% cashback
• UnionBank: Up to 12% off
• EastWest: 7% off
• HSBC: 7% off
• BDO: Up to ₱5,000 off
• BPI: 5% off
Straight payment was selected, qualifying for 5% off.
Estimated Total Savings Breakdown
Original Subtotal: ₱109,560.00
Total Discount Applied: ₱52,331.12
Samsung Rewards Points: ₱8.00
Final Total Paid: ₱37,840.88
From an original subtotal of ₱109,560.00 down to a final total of ₱37,840.88, this purchase shows that with the right strategy, buyers can reduce the Galaxy S26 Ultra price by well over half through proper stacking of trade-in discounts, voucher codes, cashback, and bank promos.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Voucher Codes Recap
₱5,000 Livestream e-Voucher
• MU9-7NA2-17M7-287N
₱14,000 Direct Discount Voucher
Choose one:
• GALAXYS26AFF
• PHYN26
Livestream Freebie Voucher
Choose one:
• LS-PHGALAXYS26
• AI-PHGALAXYS26
Reminder:
• Use only one code per category
• Using both codes in the same category will cause a checkout error
Bonus: Galaxy Buds4 Pro Pre-Order Strategy
A separate test checkout was done for the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro.
Voucher Code
• LS-PHGALAXYBUDS4
- ₱1,500 discount
₱5,000 Handraiser / Pre-Order Code
If you received an extra handraiser or pre-order code, it may also be applied to eligible Galaxy ecosystem products when purchased separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can voucher codes be combined?
Yes. Voucher codes from different categories can be combined, as long as only one code per category is used.
Can multiple livestream codes be used?
No. Choose only one:
- LS-PHGALAXYS26
- AI-PHGALAXYS26
Is trade-in required to get vouchers?
No. Trade-in is optional but significantly increases savings.
Does ShopBack cashback track instantly?
ShopBack typically takes up to 48 hours to track a purchase as Pending. Once the status changes to Confirmed and the minimum balance of ₱200 is reached, cashback can be withdrawn to GCash.
For this purchase, ₱745.91 cashback was tracked.
Final Thoughts
For buyers planning to pre-order the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra in the Philippines, the difference between paying full price and maximizing launch incentives can be substantial. Taking a few extra minutes to activate cashback, apply the correct voucher combinations, enable trade-in, and select the best payment option can dramatically lower the final amount paid.
Pre-order season is not just about securing the device early. It is about securing it smartly.
A full in-depth Galaxy S26 Ultra review will be published soon, including performance benchmarks, camera comparisons, and real-world usage insights. Updates on the best bundle deals for Galaxy Buds4 Pro will also follow once competitive offers are identified.
