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Three models of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series have been seen on the GSMA database, but the Galaxy S26 Plus is not shown. Instead, a model number which has surfaced in the listing, may possibly be of Galaxy S26 Edge. If this is proved correct, it confirms the old rumors that Samsung can close its plus variant and replace the Edge model instead. This change may probably be seen in the Galaxy Unpacked event to be held in early 2026.
SammyPolice Has been discovered on GSMA database SM-S942 (potentially Galaxy S26), SM-S947 (potentially Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge) and SM-S948 (potentially Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra). For comparison, the model number of Galaxy S25 is SM-S931 and does not end on ‘2’. The model number of S25 EDGE is SM-S937 and S25 Ultra model number is SM-S938. Meanwhile, the model number of S25 Plus is SM-S936.
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Although it has not been confirmed yet, the Galaxy S26 Edge can be launched with the Galaxy S26 series earlier next year. Samsung usually has been announcing three models.
This is also interesting because there are also rumors about the brand rival company Apple that it can remove the iPhone 17 Plus and present the iPhone 17 Air.
For those who do not know, let us tell you that in any smartphone series, the ‘Plus’ variant (eg Galaxy S25+ or iPhone 16 Plus) usually means large displays and big batteries, which are more than the standard model.
However, their hardware is mostly the same as in the regular model, and it does not have a premium as Ultra or Pro variants. Interestingly, one thing in the new strategy of both Samsung and Apple is the same. According to rumors, Galaxy S26 Edge and iPhone 17 AIR can come with both slimmer design.
This change can indicate that both Samsung and Apple are beginning to understand that Plus models are not getting very popular among users, probably because these devices are very large for common users or do not cost enough premiums for power users. A thin and more ergonomic design with “Edge” or “Air” device can bring a better balance between design and utility.
Brands are now launching thin smartphones as they look stylish and premiums and attract users that prefer a sleek, portable and ergonomic device. Although it can be challenging to fit large batteries like Plus variants in this compact size, but its solution is being seen as a silicone-carbon battery. Such batteries can store more charge in the same size. According to rumors, Samsung can use this technology in its Galaxy S26 series.
Although it is true that thin smartphones are attractive to watch, but they also have some agreements in terms of thermal management and battery life. Even though the silicon-carbon battery technology is an emerging and expectation alternative, it is still new technology. Will this technique be able to give the existing Plus models’ battery performance and long running ability, it will tell only time.
It will be interesting to see that without losing the features that used to make Plus models special. Will this new “Edge” variant be able to present the correct balance of premium features and ergonomic design. If it is introduced correctly, it can completely change the definition of mid-tier flagship smartphones in 2026.
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