Galaxy S26 rumor mill appears so out of control that it now feels more like a rumor rollercoaster. After months of murmurs about the potential new name of the base Galaxy S26 device, it turns out that things may stay unchanged.
Samsung won’t be releasing a Galaxy S26 Pro
report from SamMobile claims that the Galaxy S26 Pro won’t happen. Instead, Samsung will stick to the usual Galaxy S26 name for the smallest model of the upcoming flagship family. Not only that, but the device will launch alongside the Galaxy S26 Plus and Galaxy S26 Ultra, as usual.Galaxy S26 Edge. Due to the abysmal sales of the ultra slim Galaxy S25 Edge, the company canceled its successor and is now focused on the Galaxy S26 Plus.
This shouldn’t be such a big deal
The Galaxy S26 or S26 Pro. | Image credit – Smartprix
Galaxy S26 sounded like the device would deserve a new name. The device is expected to sport the same 6.2-inch 1080p display, the same cameras, and an Exynos 2600 chipset in many markets. The only significant change might be a larger battery with a 4,300 mAh capacity.
These specs are not only too similar to the Galaxy S25 to get a new name, but they’re also far from the competing Pro devices. Apple’s best new devices are the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, but the real challenger to the Galaxy S26 (Pro) is the base iPhone 17.
Which name do you think will fit better?
Galaxy S26 is the better option
40%
Galaxy S26 Pro is better
20%
Samsung needs a new naming scheme
0%
I don’t care about the name, the phone is important
Galaxy S26 family, and I don’t think it’s necessary. Unless the rumor rollercoaster has missed something giant, such a change could even backfire and damage Samsung’s reputation.
Relive the most iconic and unforgettable phones from the past 20 years! Iconic Phones is a stunningly illustrated book we’ve been crafting for over a year—and it’s set to launch in just a couple of months!Iconic Phones: Revolution at Your Fingertips is the ultimate coffee table book for any phone enthusiast. Featuring the stories of more than 20 beloved devices, it takes you on a nostalgic journey through the mobile revolution that transformed our world. Don’t miss out—sign up today to lock in your early-bird discount!
