Will Galaxy S26 drop magnetic charging?
The Qi2 Omission
Leaked images of official Samsung Galaxy S26 accessories suggest the phones won't feature built-in Qi2 magnetic alignment, unlike Apple and Google's latest flagships.
The Evidence
Case-only magnets: Official Samsung case images show magnetic rings only on select cases, not built into the phones.
Reverse charging priority: Samsung may be keeping Wireless Power Share, which conflicts with internal magnetic arrays.
The Competition
Apple's MagSafe and Google's Pixelsnap have fully embraced magnetic charging. Without native support, Galaxy S26 users will need third-party cases to replicate this experience—a missed opportunity in the competitive flagship market.