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This summer, a leaker revealed that Samsung is making a major adjustment to the upcoming Galaxy S26 series. According to the news, the 2026 Samsung Galaxy family lineup may no longer use the previous naming method, but will consist of Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, replacing the traditional combination of Galaxy S26, S26 Plus and S26 Ultra that people originally expected.

The most notable change is the removal of the base model Samsung Galaxy S26 and its replacement by the Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro. The leaker believes this adjustment may signal Samsung’s reassessment of the positioning of its entry-level flagship. In the past, the base Galaxy S model was often considered to have understated specs and a lack of polish, making it difficult to compare favorably with the Plus and Ultra series.

Now, the new model with the “Pro” suffix is ​​expected to achieve a true balance in configuration and experience, becoming a small but uncompromising compact flagship, which is what many users have long been looking forward to.

However, as more details about the Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro surfaced, expectations began to cool. While the naming change was largely confirmed, the much-anticipated performance upgrades, enhanced imaging, and design innovations didn’t seem to materialize. In other words, the “Pro” designation now feels more like a marketing tweak than a fundamental product evolution.

Overall, the new naming strategy of the Galaxy S26 series will undoubtedly trigger discussions in the market, but whether it can really bring about substantial breakthroughs still needs to wait for more information to be confirmed.

Pro in name only?

When news first surfaced that Samsung was planning to release the Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro, it was widely anticipated that it would be a true upgrade. Speculation swirled about whether Samsung would equip the model with a 200MP primary camera, increase the base storage to 256GB, increase the RAM to 16GB, or even finally break the 25W charging barrier. The possibilities seemed endless, and the “Pro” name fueled excitement.

However, as more details about the Galaxy S26 Pro have been revealed by leakers recently, these expectations are gradually cooling down. According to the latest news, the Galaxy S26 Pro’s imaging system will not usher in a true “Pro-level” upgrade.

While the main camera is described as a “new model,” the sensor size is reportedly the same as the Galaxy S25, so the overall improvement is limited. The ultra-wide-angle camera is said to be upgraded from 12 megapixels on the S25 to 50 megapixels, but the whistleblower bluntly stated that this new lens “has little effect” in actual experience.

As for the telephoto camera, it directly uses the 10-megapixel 3x optical zoom lens on the Galaxy S25 without any changes.

The screen is also disappointing. Reports indicate that the Galaxy S26 Pro will still feature a 1080P FHD display, rather than the QHD resolution of the S25 Plus or S25 Ultra. Regarding charging, another report indicates that the Galaxy S26 Pro will maintain the same 25W wired fast charging as the previous base model. This is undoubtedly overly conservative in today’s market where fast charging of over 100W is commonplace.

Samsung worries me

It’s important to note that the current information regarding the Galaxy S26 series is still leaked, and Samsung hasn’t officially confirmed any details. Furthermore, the new model isn’t expected to officially debut until January 2026, which is still several months away. From this perspective, the current rumors may still be in their early stages, and there’s no ruling that they’re still subject to change.

However, it is worth noting that these rumors cannot be easily ignored. The Galaxy S26 Pro is about four months away from its release, and if the rumors are generally true, then it is likely to have been basically finalized.

This is why I’m hesitant about this new phone being called “Pro.” Leaked leaks suggest minor upgrades in camera, screen, and charging. If it’s just a new chip and a slightly increased battery capacity, those upgrades don’t seem significant enough to justify a major shift in brand positioning. After all, the “Pro” name is supposed to imply a higher standard and a more substantial breakthrough.

This raises concerns about whether the Galaxy S26 Pro will ultimately be just a marketing rebranding with no substance. I certainly hope this isn’t the case, and that Samsung can dispel these doubts with action. However, the current situation seems to be heading towards a similar situation.

Of course, this isn’t to say the Galaxy S26 Pro will be a bad phone. Even with the leaked specs, it’s likely to maintain a decent user experience, much like its predecessor, the Galaxy S25, which was a solid flagship. The problem is, users have higher expectations for a “Pro”: a compact yet powerful body, a true flagship-level imaging system, a smoother, high-resolution screen, and consistently fast charging.

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