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Galaxy S26 Note And S26 Pro To Replace Ultra And Plus Models

The new Galaxy S naming scheme is likely to begin with Samsung’s 2026 smartphone range.

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4 months ago

August 20, 2024

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Samsung first revealed the Ultra model of its Galaxy S smartphone series back in 2020, while at the same time dropping the popular Note branding from the lineup. The first handset with the new naming scheme was known as the Galaxy S20 Ultra, and although the South Korean tech giant has released several updated versions of the device in the years that followed, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is likely to be the final smartphone to carry the designation.

The reliable tech news source Yogesh Brar (@heyitsyogesh) has hinted that Samsung is considering renaming two phones in the Galaxy S series, beginning with the models to be released in 2026. In a post on X, Brar suggested that the Galaxy Ultra may get a rebrand as the Galaxy Note, while the “Plus” model will be renamed as the Pro.

According to the tech tipster, the transition (and return) to the Note and Pro naming scheme has already been finalized by Samsung. The company will likely launch the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Pro, and Galaxy S26 Note models in 2026. The change to Pro branding indicates that this smartphone variant may offer enhancements over the standard Galaxy S26 model, including a bigger display, improved camera, and boosted battery capacity.

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It’s always advisable to approach tech leaks and rumors with skepticism, especially when they mention models that won’t be released until early 2026. Meanwhile, as we get closer to Q4 2024, the South Korean smartphone producer is reading the latest Galaxy lineup — the S25 — which is reported to be equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chipset or Samsung’s own Exynos 2500 SoC.

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Samsung Smart Glasses Teased For January, Software Reveal Imminent

According to Korean sources, the new wearable will launch alongside the Galaxy S25, with the accompanying software platform unveiled this December.

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24 hours ago

December 4, 2024

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Samsung appears poised to introduce its highly anticipated smart glasses in January 2025, alongside the launch of the Galaxy S25. According to sources in Korea, the company will first reveal the accompanying software platform later this month.

As per a report from Yonhap News, Samsung’s unveiling strategy for the smart glasses echoes its approach with the Galaxy Ring earlier this year. The January showcase won’t constitute a full product launch but will likely feature teaser visuals at the Galaxy S25 event. A more detailed rollout could follow in subsequent months.

Just in: Samsung is set to unveil a prototype of its augmented reality (AR) glasses, currently in development, during the Galaxy S25 Unpacked event early next year, likely in the form of videos or images.

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The Galaxy Ring, for example, debuted in January via a short presentation during Samsung’s Unpacked event. The full product unveiling came later at MWC in February, and the final release followed in July. Samsung seems to be adopting a similar phased approach with its smart glasses, which are expected to hit the market in the third quarter of 2025.

A Collaborative Software Effort

Samsung’s partnership with Google has played a key role in developing the smart glasses’ software. This collaboration was first announced in February 2023, with the device set to run on an Android-based platform. In July, the companies reiterated their plans to deliver an extended reality (XR) platform by the end of the year. The software specifics for the XR device are expected to be unveiled before the end of December.

Reports suggest that the smart glasses will resemble Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in functionality. They won’t include a display but will weigh approximately 50 grams, emphasizing a lightweight, user-friendly design.

Feature Set And Compatibility

The glasses are rumored to integrate Google’s Gemini technology, alongside features like gesture recognition and potential payment capabilities. Samsung aims to create a seamless user experience by integrating the glasses with its broader Galaxy ecosystem, starting with the Galaxy S25, slated for release on January 22.