The itel Super 26 Ultra (itel S26 Ultra) is the latest smartphone from the company to launch in Kenya. The phone is available in stores for a recommended retail price of Ksh 20,499. This is almost the same amount its predecessor, the itel S25, is retailing at. At this price, itel is giving you a curved display, a 6,000 mAh battery, 144Hz refresh rate, among others.
itel is also packing AI features on this phone in line with its brand theme, “Technology Empowerment, AI for the Masses.” Users get access to AI-powered photo tools like a Camera Eraser that removes unwanted objects, and a Circle to Search feature that lets users highlight anything on their screen to get instant information.
The phone also ships with Sola, itel’s intelligent voice assistant, designed to simplify daily tasks, entertainment, and phone management. A future over-the-air (OTA) update will enable “Hi Sola” voice activation and unlock the full 144Hz refresh rate, giving users even more value over time.
Have a look at the key specifications of the itel Super 26 Ultra.
itel Super 26 Ultra Specs
| Specs | itel Super 26 Ultra |
|---|---|
| Price in Kenya | From Ksh 20,499 |
| Release Date | October 3, 2025 |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Dimensions | 6.8 mm thickness |
| Weight | – |
| Build | Gorilla Glass 7i front, plastic frame |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM) |
| IP Rating | IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets); drop resistant up to 1.5m |
| Display Type | AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz refresh rate, PWM dimming, 4500 nits peak brightness |
| Display Size | 6.8 inches |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2436 pixels (~392 ppi density) |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| OS | Android 15, itel OS 15 |
| Chipset | Unisoc T7300 (6nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MP2 |
| Memory (RAM & Storage) | 128GB 8GB RAM / 256GB 8GB RAM |
| Card Slot | Unspecified |
| Main Camera | Dual: 50 MP (wide) + auxiliary macro lens |
| Camera Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video Recording | 1440p@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Front Camera | Yes (resolution not specified), 1440p/1080p video |
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm Jack | No |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, NFC (region dependent), Infrared port |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Sensors | In-display fingerprint (optical), unspecified additional sensors |
| Battery | 6000 mAh |
| Charging | 18W wired |
| Colors | Silver, Blue, Gold, Silver/Gold |
| Other Names | Itel S26 Ultra, Itel Super 26Ultra |
Is the itel Super 26 Ultra the right phone for you?
The itel Super 26 Ultra marks a major leap for itel in 2025. It blurs the line between budget and midrange. It’s one of the most feature-packed phones in its segment, offering:
- A 6.8-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 4500 nits peak brightness, perfect for outdoor visibility.
- 8GB RAM and up to 256GB storage, ensuring smooth multitasking and ample space.
- A 50MP main camera capable of decent daylight photography and 1440p video recording.
- A massive 6000mAh battery with 18W fast charging for all-day power.
- Premium durability, including IP65 water resistance and drop protection up to 1.5m.
However, performance is midrange due to the Unisoc T7300 chip, and the camera lacks advanced features like OIS or telephoto lenses.