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Earlier this summer, Android Authority revealed a potentially huge shakeup for Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series. Instead of the expected Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra lineup, we found evidence that Samsung’s 2026 Galaxy S family may consist of the Galaxy S26 Pro, S26 Edge, and S26 Ultra.
The idea that Samsung would eliminate the Galaxy S26 and replace it with the Galaxy S26 Pro was the biggest takeaway in my book, as it would open a big opportunity for Samsung. Where the base model Galaxy S has long felt overlooked and underpowered, the new “Pro” moniker led me to believe that the Galaxy S26 Pro could be the true compact flagship phone I’ve wanted from Samsung for so long.
Unfortunately, the more we learn about the Galaxy S26 Pro, the less likely it seems that will be the case. While the name change appears to be real, the upgrades I had hoped would come along with it are quickly disappearing.
After the latest rumors, how are you feeling about the Galaxy S26 Pro? 46 votes I'm worried. I was hoping for bigger upgrades than what's been leaked. 61 % I'm indifferent / I'm waiting for more leaks to come out. 30 % The phone sounds good so far. 7 % Other (let us know in the comments). 2 %
Pro in name only?
Android Headlines Galaxy S26 Pro render
When we first heard about the Galaxy S26 Pro, the possibilities seemed endless for what Samsung could change/upgrade to justify the Pro branding. Would Samsung upgrade the primary camera to a 200MP sensor? Increase the base storage to 256GB? Bump the RAM up to 16GB? Finally increase charging speeds beyond 25W? There’s a lot that Samsung could do.
However, as Galaxy S26 details have leaked over the last few days, all of that’s now starting to look like wishful thinking. Samsung tipster @UniverseIce teased some Galaxy S26 Pro specifications on September 11, and none of them sound promising.
When we first heard about the Galaxy S26 Pro, the possibilities seemed endless.
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