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C. Scott Brown \/ Android Authority<\/p>\n
TL;DR<\/p>\n
The Galaxy S26 series could not only ditch the Plus model, but could also kill the standard model.
\nEvidence found in an internal One UI 8 build suggests a lineup of the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, and Galaxy S26 Ultra.
\nThat means Samsung may rename the base model to \u201cPro\u201d and replace the \u201cPlus\u201d model with Edge.<\/p>\n
Samsung\u2019s next major release is the Galaxy S26 series, with the launch of its latest foldables<\/a> now behind it. Earlier reports<\/a> suggested<\/a> Samsung might drop the \u201cPlus\u201d model entirely in 2026 and introduce an \u201cEdge\u201d model in its place. If those rumors hold up, the lineup would include the Galaxy S26, S26 Edge, and S26 Ultra. But Samsung\u2019s rebranding and strategy pivot might go even further than that.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve uncovered compelling evidence within an internal One UI 8 build pointing to a much bigger shake-up in the Galaxy S26 lineup. According to the codenames and actual device names we\u2019ve uncovered, there may not be a standard or vanilla \u201cGalaxy S26\u201d model at all next year. Instead, Samsung\u2019s upcoming flagship series appears to consist of three models: Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, and Galaxy S26 Ultra. Let\u2019s break it down.<\/p>\n You’re reading an\u00a0Authority Insights\u00a0story. Discover\u00a0Authority\u00a0Insights<\/a>\u00a0for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won\u2019t find anywhere else.<\/p>\n Galaxy S26 series: The biggest shakeup in years\n<\/p>\n For the Galaxy S24 lineup, Samsung reportedly used the internal codename \u201cEureka,\u201d with E1, E2, and E3 corresponding to the standard, Plus, and Ultra models, respectively. The Galaxy S25 series was given the codename Paradigm, with individual models labeled PA1 (S25), PA2 (S25 Plus), and PA3 (S25 Ultra).<\/p>\n Previous reports<\/a> pointed to internal codenames NP1, NP2, and NP3 for the Galaxy S26 series, with \u201cNP\u201d standing for Next Paradigm. However, our findings from the One UI 8 firmware contradict those earlier leaks. Instead, the internal builds reference three devices labeled M1, M2, and M3, which map to the Galaxy S26 Pro, S26 Edge, and S26 Ultra, respectively (see screenshots from the firmware above).<\/p>\n This is where things get interesting. In previous lineups, the number \u201c1\u201d represented the base model. But now, it seems \u201cM1\u201d is associated with a Pro variant, not a standard version. If a base S26 model were to exist, it would logically fall under \u201cM0\u201d or perhaps \u201cM4,\u201d but there\u2019s no sign of those codenames.<\/p>\n What this could mean for Samsung\u2019s strategy<\/p>\n If this rebranding holds, Samsung may be repositioning its entire lineup to reflect a more premium-focused approach. By shifting the \u201cbase\u201d model to a \u201cPro,\u201d replacing the \u201cPlus\u201d with an \u201cEdge\u201d variant, and keeping the Ultra at the top, Samsung is possibly signaling a price hike. The \u201cPro\u201d label suggests better specs for the base version or a higher price compared to the current entry-level Galaxy S25 model.<\/p>\n What do you think about Samsung’s possible Galaxy S26 lineup changes?<\/p>\n 157 votes<\/p>\n I’m excited: Change is good, and I’m curious to see what they do.<\/p>\n 34%<\/p>\n I’m not sure yet. It depends on the specs and pricing.<\/p>\n 29%<\/p>\n Not a fan. I didn’t like the Edge, and I don’t want a pricier base model<\/p>\n 20%<\/p>\n Terrible move. Just bring back the classic lineup (Standard, Plus, and Ultra).<\/p>\n 17%<\/p>\n Of course, these insights are based on our findings from the One UI 8 internal build. Samsung\u2019s final plans could still change before the Galaxy S26 series is officially unveiled. That said, the evidence aligns closely with previous rumors about the possible removal of the Plus model, and supports an earlier tip<\/a> from leaker Yogesh Brar, who also hinted at a rebranding effort, though not precisely in line with what the One UI 8 build shows. While nothing is confirmed until Samsung makes it official, all signs point to the Galaxy S26 series looking very different next year.<\/p>\n