lighter build and the long-awaited addition of native magnets for proper Qi2 wireless charging. The update promises a more practical charging experience and improved accessory compatibility.
According to information shared by @UniverseIce, the Galaxy S26 will feature a body just 6.9 mm thick—making it about 0.3 mm slimmer than its predecessor, the Galaxy S25. This adjustment could make the S26 one of the thinnest flagships when it debuts in early 2026. The phone’s camera array will move to a vertical pill-shaped module, a design Samsung previously used on the Z Fold 7.
The standout feature of the Galaxy S26 is its built-in magnetic ring surrounding the wireless charging coil, enabling genuine Qi2 compatibility. Unlike earlier “Qi2 Ready” models that required magnetic cases or only supported the standard in software, the S26’s native hardware means chargers, wallets, stands, and mounts will snap on and align magnetically—similar to Apple’s MagSafe system. This not only ensures better coil alignment but also simplifies attachment to compatible accessories.
The Galaxy S26 is expected to sport a 6.3-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with a peak brightness of 3,000 nits—a notable improvement over the S25’s 6.2-inch, 2,600-nit panel. While the slightly larger size may disappoint some fans of compact phones, the brightness boost marks a clear upgrade.
Performance-wise, leaks suggest the S26 and S26+ will be powered by Samsung’s 2nm Exynos 2600 chip in most markets. Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is expected for the US and China models.
Despite the hardware upgrades, the S26 lineup appears to retain the same charging speeds as the previous generation, with 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. Last year’s S25 Ultra, which already featured magnets, was also capped at 15W wirelessly. It remains to be seen whether the improved magnetic mounting will eventually support faster charging rates or if the focus is limited to stability and ease of use.