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· I switched from the Pixel 10 Pro to the Samsung Galaxy S26 and have been using it for over a month.
· I've made a separate unboxing video for the S26 series; this video shares my real-world experience after one month.
· The Exynos 2600 processor, built on a 2nm process, was the biggest factor in my purchase decision, especially compared to previous Exynos processors.

· Performance is vastly improved compared to previous Exynos processors.
· While the previous model suffered from frequent stuttering and frame drops during gaming, the S26 allows for smooth gameplay even at 120fps.
· You can enjoy gaming for over an hour a day without significant lag, and it doesn't disappoint in terms of gaming experience.

· Compared to the 885 processor in the S26 Ultra, this model has less heat. After an hour of gaming, it reaches about 42.4°C, while the Ultra model goes up to 43.2°C.
· During normal use, unlike the previous Pixel 10 Pro, it rarely feels hot, and the 1UI 8.5 provides a smooth user experience.

· With a light weight of 167g and a thinness of 7.2mm, portability is excellent.
· However, the surface is very slippery, posing a risk of dropping it easily, making a case essential.
· Also, the side edges feel somewhat sharp, which can be uncomfortable when holding it for extended periods.

· Compared to previous Apple and Google devices, signal reception is superior.
· It provides uninterrupted call quality even while moving, and I haven't experienced the signal issues that sometimes occurred with Pixel devices.

· Thanks to the 2nm process processor, battery consumption is low.
· Compared to the previous Pixel 10 Pro, it offers about an hour longer screen time, averaging 5-6 hours, and up to 7 hours with light usage.
· Heavy users should expect around 4-5 hours of screen time and may need to charge in the evening.
· The processor's 2nm process contributes to low battery consumption.

· It's disappointing that the camera setup (50MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto) has remained the same since the S22.
· While photo quality is decent, it feels somewhat lacking compared to competing models like the Pixel series.
· However, video recording performance is better than the Pixel, and it's sufficient for everyday recording.
· The base model's camera performance needs improvement, and Samsung tends to focus less on the base models compared to the Ultra models.

· Although it uses a Samsung panel, the 8-bit panel is disappointing for the price; a 10-bit panel would be expected.
· The lack of advanced features like Dolby Vision is also an area for improvement.
· Sound from the stereo speakers is satisfactory, and the volume is sufficient.
· However, charging speed is somewhat slow, taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes for a full charge.

· It does not support IR blasters or IP69 water resistance, only IP68.
· IP69 is a feature not heavily utilized in daily life and is also hard to find on other flagship models like Apple or Google.
· NFC is supported, allowing for convenient payments like Samsung Pay.

· As expected for a flagship model, the charger is not included in the box.
· Samsung's AI features are excellent and can be particularly useful for research and learning, such as information retrieval.
· AI features are cited as one of the most missed aspects when moving away from Samsung devices.

· If you're coming from a previous Exynos processor, you'll be satisfied with the performance upgrade on the S26.
· Gaming performance and battery efficiency are particularly outstanding, and the overall user experience is good.
· However, at its current price (73,000-74,000 KRW), it's hard to recommend purchasing.
· If the price drops below 50,000 KRW in the future, it could be a good option if you're looking for a compact flagship phone with good performance.
· The S25 model, available for under 40,000 KRW during sales, is also a good alternative if you're considering value for money.

· The next video will feature a review of the 'Nothing Phone 4'.
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