Samsung Galaxy S26 Leak: No Plus Model Expected

According to recent rumors, Samsung may be prepared to discontinue the ‘Plus’ model entirely from its Galaxy S lineup.

For the first time in almost ten years, a Galaxy S Plus model might not be released until 2026. Samsung may be prepared to completely discontinue the “Plus” version of the Galaxy S series if recent leaks are any indication. Since the Galaxy S25 Edge’s covert launch earlier this year, these rumors have been circulating. Many people at the time thought Samsung was just trying out a different form factor or naming scheme. However, the rumors now imply that the Edge may formally replace the Plus model in the next S lineup.

The Elec, a Korean website, claims that Samsung is presently developing three Galaxy S26 versions. But there isn’t a “Plus” model on the list. Rather, the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Edge, and Galaxy S26 Ultra are reportedly in the works at Samsung. The display sizes are also disclosed by the leak: the S26 Ultra is anticipated to have the largest screen at 6.89 inches, the S26 Edge may have a 6.66-inch panel, and the standard S26 may have a 6.27-inch screen. These dimensions seem to be derived from manufacturing information for components that are currently in production.

If true, the report represents a significant change for Samsung. Since the release of the Galaxy S8 Plus in 2017, the business has regularly introduced a Plus model each year. Prior to it, the Galaxy S7 Edge was the model with the bigger screen. To date, Samsung has released nine different Galaxy S Plus models. However, because the Galaxy S25 Edge was added to the list this year, it appears that this was more than a one-time experiment—possibly a test to gauge consumer reaction.

The basic S25, S25 Plus, S25 Edge, and S25 Ultra are the four phones that Samsung now offers under the Galaxy S25 line. The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset powers them all. The Ultra receives a 6.9-inch screen, the S25 Plus and Edge have 6.7-inch panels, and the S25 itself has a 6.2-inch screen. Therefore, the Edge would become the mid-size choice if the Plus were to disappear.

Samsung has updated its foldable portfolio with the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and Flip 7 FE in addition to the S series. Even though the business hasn’t made any formal announcements regarding the Galaxy S26 series yet, leaks like this frequently hint at future developments. When Samsung is expected to release the S26 series early next year, we’ll know if fans will embrace the Edge as a suitable successor for the Plus model or miss it.

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