Samsung Electronics has announced that its Galaxy S26 Ultra has been named to TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026, marking the fourth time Samsung Galaxy devices have earned recognition on the magazine’s annual list.
The recognition highlights Samsung’s continued innovation across smartphones, home appliances, and gaming displays. Alongside the Galaxy S26 Ultra, two other Samsung products were included in this year’s selection: the Bespoke AI Family Hub Refrigerator with AI Vision and the Odyssey G8 Gaming Monitor (G80HS).
TIME’s Best Inventions list is compiled by the magazine’s editors and global network of expert contributors. Products and ideas are evaluated based on several criteria, including originality, efficacy, ambition, and impact.
Galaxy S26 Ultra Advances Smartphone Innovation with Galaxy AI
The Galaxy S26 Ultra delivers the most advanced experience in the Galaxy S series to date, combining a powerful camera system, premium performance, and intuitive Galaxy AI capabilities.
The device features the world’s first built-in Privacy Display for mobile phones, alongside Super Steady video with horizontal lock and a range of tools designed to help users create professional-grade content.
These features strengthen the device’s focus on advanced photography, privacy, and AI-powered user experiences.
Samsung’s AI Refrigerator and 6K Gaming Monitor Also Recognized
Samsung’s Bespoke AI Family Hub Refrigerator with AI Vision was also included on TIME’s list for its advanced AI-powered food management capabilities, personalized kitchen experience, and hands-free convenience.
A major software update introduced this year enhanced the refrigerator’s AI Vision technology, enabling it to recognize and track a wider range of fresh and processed foods, making meal planning and grocery shopping easier. The enhanced Now Brief and Voice ID features provide personalized calendars, reminders, and recipes, while Auto Open & Close Doors allows users to open and close the refrigerator with a light touch or a simple voice command.
The third Samsung product recognized is the 32-inch Odyssey G8 Gaming Monitor (G80HS), which marks an industry milestone as the first 6K gaming monitor.
With its 6K resolution, the monitor delivers exceptional visual clarity and detail, offering an immersive gaming experience and a larger display area for multitasking. Featuring an IPS panel and a pixel density of 224 pixels per inch (PPI), it maintains sharp details and visual accuracy across every frame.
The monitor supports 6K resolution at refresh rates of up to 165Hz, while its Dual Mode feature enables refresh rates of up to 330Hz at 3K resolution, allowing users to choose between high-resolution visuals and faster responsiveness.
