Samsung Galaxy S26 for Easter? How LOOP FLEX is Making Flagships Affordable

Easter holiday in Kenya is all about getting together with the family, heading out on some trips, and—because, you know, new seasons mean new gadgets— snagging some of the best shopping deals of the year. This time around LOOP ( that's the fintech formerly known as NCBA LOOP ) is making a real play for your wallet by making the brand-new Samsung Galaxy S26 more accessible.

You've probably already seen how steep the price tags are for the latest S26 series - off-putting, right? So here's the lowdown on how LOOP is using its LOOP Discover marketplace and FLEX payment plan to sweeten the offer over Easter.

Samsung Galaxy S26 + Extras

Following its buzzworthy debut in San Francisco back in March, the Galaxy S26 has landed in Kenya and it's a real powerhouse, but it comes with an eye-watering price tag.

• The Standard Model starts around KES 110,000.

• The Ultra Variant - forget about it - it's upwards of KES 150,000.

To make putting down that cash a wee bit more bearable, LOOP has teamed up with places like Ropem Phones. When you buy through the LOOP app you get more than just the phone; you get a choice between a Galaxy Watch 8 or Galaxy Buds 4 absolutely free.

How LOOP FLEX Works

The magic happens via LOOP FLEX, a nifty "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) service. Rather than plonking down six figures on the spot, you can break it up into more manageable monthly payments.

Your Device is Protected

The thing that really gets us is the partnership with global insurtech bolttech - and that's your financed device comes with protection against:

• Accidental damage for those "whoops" moments.

• Theft - just in case you find yourself in a tricky situation.

• Mechanical breakdown - it's not just the standard warranty.

A Note about the Rules: As of December next year, Kenya's BNPL sector will have the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) keeping an eye on things. Which means more transparency for you, but also makes it your responsibility to keep an eye on LOOP app and check the interest rates and total repayment costs before you hit "confirm"-

Beyond just Tech: A Lifestyle Easter

LOOP is working hard to become that "super-app" where you get to handle your whole life, not just your finances. Their Discover tab is currently crammed with loads of Easter discounts:

Top Lifestyle Deals

Holiday Fun & Experiences

Want to get out of the house for a bit? LOOP has paired up with MOOKH to offer discounted tickets to some of the biggest events this season:

• Muze Open Air on the Beach for the music fans.

• Too Early For Birds for those who love history and culture.

• Family BBQ Festival 2.0 for a fun Easter Sunday outing.

• Akili Kids Treasure Hunt to keep the little ones entertained.

The Bottom Line

The rebranding into a standalone fintech has really taken off and this Easter push is just the latest sign that they want to be your go-to for way more than just sending cash.

Getting your hands on a Galaxy S26 paired with that free Watch 8 is a pretty hard deal to turn down if you've already been thinking about an upgrade. Just do remember to read the fine print on your FLEX repayment schedule - you want to make sure the payments fit in with your long-term budget ok.