Just days after Samsung introduced its latest foldables, new model number leaks suggest that the upcoming Galaxy S26 series could be in for a major change. A fresh entry in the GSMA IMEI database hints at the possible end of the “Plus” model as we know it.
The listings reveal three new model numbers: SM-S942, SM-S947, and SM-S948. According to reports, these correspond to the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Edge, and Galaxy S26 Ultra, respectively. But notably missing is the usual “Plus” variant.
That omission suggests Samsung may be restructuring its flagship trio—possibly replacing the mid-tier Galaxy S Plus with a sleeker Edge variant instead.
Looking back, the Galaxy S25 lineup used SM-S931 for the base model, SM-S936 for the Plus, and SM-S938 for the Ultra. The S26 base model’s leap to SM-S942 from the expected S941 hints at meaningful upgrades, potentially absorbing some of the features that once defined the Plus model.
Meanwhile, the S26 Edge (SM-S947) could take the Plus’s place as a more stylish, performance-focused middle option. It builds on the design language introduced with the Galaxy S25 Edge, which launched later than the base and Ultra. This time, though, all three variants seem lined up for a January 2026 reveal—a sign that Samsung may be unifying its flagship launch.
To be clear, nothing is official yet, and Samsung’s plans could shift in the months leading up to launch. But this early model number leak does suggest Samsung is seriously considering a more streamlined S26 lineup.
Bottom line: With the SM-S946 missing and a new Edge variant stepping in, Samsung may be ready to retire the “Plus” for good. Whether that’s a good move depends on how well the Edge model strikes the balance between size, performance, and price. We’ll know more as the January 2026 launch gets closer.
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