Android Authority insiders said that they studied the beta version of the proprietary firmware Samsung One UI 8, and in the process “convincing evidence” was discovered that the Galaxy S26 line will undergo significant changes.
Based on the code names and designations of devices, insiders suggest that in 2026 the Samsung line will include the Galaxy S26 Pro, S26 Edge and S26 ULTRA models. However, the Galaxy S26 basic model was not discovered, which contradicts the previously published GSMA data (global association of mobile operators) about the existence of such a device.
Judging by the code of the One UI 8, Samsung plans to rename the Galaxy S26 in the Galaxy S26 Pro. This will be the basic model.
Previously, GSMA lists containing the SM-S942 model number and the market name of the device-the Galaxy S26 model, which may occur, which may occur, the confusion.
Insiders believe that due to the similarity of models, we can conclude that the Samsung intention to rename the Galaxy S26 in the Galaxy S26 Pro. However, on the basis of models, it is not possible to unequivocally determine whether the product will be modernized to the level of Pro or is it just rebranding.
