The Galaxy S27 Pro might introduce Ultra-level capabilities without the S Pen
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 series has just been released, yet rumors regarding next year’s Galaxy S27 range are already emerging, hinting at an expansion to four models with the debut of a Galaxy S27 Pro.
As reported by the Korean outlet ETNews, Samsung has devised a strategy to unveil the Galaxy S27 series with four models, moving away from the typical three. The report indicates that Samsung intends to transition from a standard trio to a wider selection, adding a new Pro model alongside the standard, Plus, and Ultra variations.
I’m genuinely looking forward to this development. If Samsung gets the dimensions right and retains most of the Ultra features, this could easily become the preferred flagship for those who prefer a more compact device in their pocket.
The report states that the Galaxy S27 Pro will share many characteristics with the Galaxy S27 Ultra but will not include S Pen support. The specific screen size is yet to be determined, but it seems Samsung aims to develop a smaller flagship to rival the standard Pro-sized iPhones.
Additionally, the report suggests that Samsung might incorporate the Privacy Display feature from the Galaxy S26 Ultra into the S27 Pro next year, extending it beyond just the Ultra model.
This would represent the second occasion Samsung has ventured into a four-model flagship range. The Galaxy S25 series temporarily featured the Galaxy S25 Edge, which focused on slimness. However, the Galaxy S27 Pro is anticipated to concentrate on offering Ultra-level features in a more compact design.
Remember, Samsung was also rumored to rebrand the base Galaxy S26 to the S26 Pro this year, but that did not materialize. That variant was expected to maintain the same dimensions and specifications as the standard model. This time around, the Galaxy S27 Pro appears to be evolving into a genuinely new entry rather than merely a renamed version.
I wonder if Samsung is also positioning this as a pricing strategy. With rising memory costs and expensive components, diversifying the lineup could provide Samsung with greater flexibility to elevate Ultra pricing next year.
It’s still premature to ascertain what the Galaxy S27 Pro will encompass, but it could finally be the smaller Ultra-style flagship that many, including myself, have been anticipating.