Rumors continue to surface that Samsung is preparing a radical overhaul of the Galaxy S series. According to a recent report by ETNews, the company may be phasing out the Plus model, which has been a part of the series for years, along with the Galaxy S26 series. We’ll likely see the Galaxy S26 Edge instead.
Why the Galaxy S26 Edge?
The primary reason Samsung made this radical decision is that the Plus model has been the least popular member of the series in recent years. The numbers clearly illustrate this. During this year’s pre-order period for the Galaxy S25 series, the Galaxy S25+ accounted for only 22% of all orders. In contrast, the standard Galaxy S25 model and the top-of-the-line Galaxy S25 Ultra accounted for 52% and 26%, respectively. In the face of declining demand, Samsung is apparently looking to revitalize its product line with a more exciting and innovative model.
For Samsung, the Edge is not just a model name; it also represents a legacy of innovation. The company, which introduced the curved screen concept to the smartphone world years ago with the Galaxy S6 Edge and S7 Edge models and shaped the industry, may be aiming to bring back this iconic name, both to evoke a sense of nostalgia among tech enthusiasts and to emphasize the new model’s “boundary-pushing” identity.
What will the Galaxy S26 Edge features be like?
Rumors suggest that the Galaxy S26 Edge will not be just a name; it will also feature powerful hardware. Here are the first leaked technical details:
- Display: 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.
- Processor: Samsung’s in-house 2nm Exynos 2600 or Qualcomm’s next-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset, depending on the market.
- Memory and Storage: 256GB and 512GB storage options supported by 12GB of RAM.
- Camera:
- Main Camera: 200MP high-definition primary sensor.
- Ultra Wide Angle: 50MP ultra-wide angle camera with autofocus.
- Front Camera: 12MP selfie camera.
- Battery: 4,400mAh battery with 45W fast charging support.
- Design and Durability: While not yet confirmed, Titanium or Advanced Armored Aluminum frame options are on the table. The device is expected to be IP68 certified for water and dust resistance.
- Connectivity and Other Features: It will feature the latest technologies, including an ultrasonic fingerprint reader, stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, UWB, NFC, and USB 3.2 Type-C.
The ETNews report details that Samsung has already asked its suppliers to begin preparing components for the Galaxy S26 Edge, significantly increasing the likelihood of this change. However, for all this information to become official, we will have to wait until the Galaxy Unpacked event, expected in early 2026. If the allegations prove true, Samsung’s “Edge” move could reshape competition in the smartphone market.
