Overview
- Leaked One UI 8 code indicates Samsung has assigned the codenames M1, M2 and M3 to its upcoming S26 Pro, S26 Edge and S26 Ultra respectively.
- Leaked internal files indicate Samsung will eliminate its traditional base and Plus editions in favor of only Pro, Edge and Ultra variants in the S26 series.
- The S26 Ultra’s first firmware leak suggests it will ship with Android 16-based One UI 8.5 atop Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 chipset.
- The Pro designation is expected to elevate entry-level pricing for the S26 lineup.
- The streamlined naming may reflect Samsung’s attempt to compete more directly with Apple’s iPhone lineup.