The Galaxy S series has long been Samsung's flagship in the premium smartphone segment, offering a clear and consistent naming scheme.

However, a recent rumor suggests that the South Korean giant may be considering a change to the upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup.

According to a post on social media X, the top-end Galaxy S26 Ultra could be renamed the Galaxy S26 Note. The name change is said to emphasize the S Pen, a signature feature of the now-discontinued Galaxy Note series.

Rumors also suggest that the Galaxy S26+ could be renamed the Galaxy S26 Pro. With "Pro" models becoming a common term in many brands' portfolios, it seems Samsung doesn't want to miss out. The final model in the lineup will be called the Galaxy S26. It's important to remember that this is still just a rumor. The source says that Samsung is only considering the name change and has not made a final decision.

Early next year, Samsung is expected to continue to launch 3 new Galaxy S models, including Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra. Let's wait and see what surprises this Korean company will bring to fans!