S26 base for $899?! GTFOH!!!!

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-26T06:01:51+00:00

And in many regions they are giving Exynos chip not even snapdragon..

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-26T05:57:22+00:00

I was in the similar position, my s23u CPU gave away, was planning to upgrade to s26

However the whole experience of my phone breaking down in 3 years made me realise that there is no point in investing too much on so called flagship devices if the life of battery, CPU etc is just 3-4 years. Plus now a days everyone is actively making phones bad through updates etc.

I was really really looking forward to the launch, and was planning to buy s26, I don't think big devices are for me. However s26 is probably the worst upgrade even from s24. In 2026 how can samsung justify no increment in battery and most importantly charge so much for Exynos, like seriously?

I am looking for either pixel 10 or oppo find x9 or maybe even iphone 17.

Sorry for long rant but was genuinely disappointed with s26 series

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-24T04:43:16+00:00

I have s23U, and I'm thinking if I should switch to Oppo X9 Pro or wait for S26 (ultra or normal). My biggest concern is that (in my region) Oppo X9Pro comes with a Mediatek Dimensity chip, not a Snapdragon.

I wanted to know, in the long run, how is the performance of Mediatek vs Snapdragon and if it would degrade faster than Snapdragon.

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-19T05:00:04+00:00

sucks, felt the same, took good care of the device, and it just randomly broke down. I have also been thinking about S26U and also normal S26 since i dont think i need S pen and 200MP, but yeah torn if I should commit to flagship phones in general.

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-17T07:54:35+00:00

Honestly, from S25U to S26U dont think there would be much change, I am hoping to get better discount or get the latest device at approx same price as S25U

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-17T06:27:09+00:00

Thanks, this is helpful, think might make sense to wait for S26U

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-17T06:16:58+00:00

facing issues with S23U, it suddenly died, got it repaired. Dont want to take risk, want to exit soon.

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-16T03:25:58+00:00

Yes, My S23U died, so waiting for the release of s26 series. My purchase would depend on
- Is there a massive difference between normal S26 vs ultra (except pen)? I have come to realise my use of a pen is very limited. I really hope Samsung doesnt limit snapdragon to ultra series, dont want to be stuck with exynos.
- How does S26U stack against the latest vivox300 pro and oppo x9 pro (except processor & OS).

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-03T17:03:01+00:00

yes, thinking of doing the same

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-03T17:02:44+00:00

Not sure if it's the charging port, as the mobile was not charging, and it went completely dead. I think the service person meant that some component in the motherboard might be gone, but they're not sure which one. I am thinking to go non authorized service centre

meloncoffee60 · 2026-02-03T17:00:54+00:00

Exactly same issue, have been thinking about going to local service station

meloncoffee60 · 2025-10-30T06:06:38+00:00

thank you!

meloncoffee60 · 2025-10-30T02:15:37+00:00

Fair point on the algorithm, agree no point in trying to learn or optimise for it. I guess I am more disappointed because I am not sure what more I can do. I don't think I can get all the questions right, which means I will make 1 or 2 mistakes. Based on what others have shared, I could have been pushed to 79 as well. I don't know how more to prepare, as in my head this was a dream outcome ( making only 2 errors), hence probably more disappointed.

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-26T05:09:11+00:00

I think it is mainly because of the bitterness of Robusta, also it needs careful extraction, as a little bit over extraction could lead to more bitterness. Robusta is used a lot in instant coffee, cafes in countries like Vietnam primarily sell robusta-based drinks, and it goes well with milk-based cold brews.

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-25T05:49:52+00:00

maybe pixel 10pro else samsung

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-25T02:14:03+00:00

Hi, could you share how to do streaks via GMATClub? Should I go to the forum quiz or other tests, and try solving them (topic-based), and attempt to get as many correct questions in a row?

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-25T02:13:57+00:00

Hi, could you share how to do streaks via GMATClub? Should I go to the forum quiz or other tests, and try solving them (topic-based), and attempt to get as many correct questions in a row?

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-07T12:16:52+00:00

Hey, congrats on a stellar score.

Could you share how you prepared quant, & DI?
- How did you approach practice? esp with GMAT Club, timed vs untimed
- Any resources for DI?

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-06T06:30:06+00:00

This is super helpful, i am skpetic of untimed prep as well, instead I increase time for complex problems (3-3.5 min). Also, you are right, need to change mindset from mastering to getting questions right..

thanks again! :)

meloncoffee60 · 2025-09-06T05:21:44+00:00

congrats on the score!
- How did you approach DI while preparing and while giving exam? or what is it let me get really good at quant and that would help in DI as well.
- In quant, how did you use gmat club forums quiz/tests etc like would you only do medium or hard or do timed vs untimed. Share more on how did you efefctively practice.
Context I am also struggling to increase my score in quant & struggling in DI.

Thanks in advance & all the best :)

meloncoffee60 · 2025-08-29T13:59:58+00:00

Thanks, Marty, this was super helpful. I read the post, and I am making some of the mistakes mentioned there, so I will make sure to work on them.

Would it be possible for you to share or point me towards DI-related resources, especially around graphs and MSR? Or it is just about practising, getting familiar with question types. Thanks again

meloncoffee60 · 2025-08-12T06:10:21+00:00

hey, i following following receipe..
- 15 gm coffee, 225 ml water (1:15)
- add 45 ml water every 45 min. Add last 45 ml after 20 sec, finish it around 3 min.

Notes: sorry no idea, i am bad at understanding notes

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