Key Takeaways
1. The Samsung Galaxy S26 series is expected to support Qi2 with integrated magnets for improved wireless charging.
2. A new Samsung Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack (model EB-U2500) has been certified for 15W Qi2 wireless charging, featuring built-in magnets.
3. Competing brands like HMD Skyline and Google Pixel 10 series already offer built-in magnets for effective Qi2 wireless charging.
4. Samsung is developing additional Qi2 accessories to keep up with competitors, despite no official announcements about adding magnets to Galaxy phones.
5. A new Samsung Magnetic Wireless Charger supporting 25W wireless charging has been discovered, hinting at an upcoming launch.
We are just a few months away from the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, and one of the most exciting upgrades expected is the support for Qi2 with integrated magnets. Currently, the Galaxy S25 models do allow for wireless charging, but they need magnetic cases to function properly with Qi2. There are now rumors suggesting that Samsung may finally incorporate magnets into the upcoming Galaxy phones to compete with the iPhone 17 and Pixel 10 series.
New Battery Pack on the Horizon
Adding credibility to these speculations, a new Samsung Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack with the model number EB-U2500 has shown up in the Wireless Power Consortium database. This pack is certified for 15W Qi2 wireless charging and will mark Samsung’s first power bank featuring built-in magnets. Expected to be launched alongside the Galaxy S26, this accessory comes in a light gray color and includes a magnetic ring, allowing it to easily attach to compatible smartphones for hassle-free wireless charging.
Competing Brands Ahead
As of now, only the HMD Skyline and the latest Google Pixel 10 series offer built-in magnets for effective Qi2 wireless charging. In fact, Google has even introduced new Pixelsnap accessories that are compatible with Qi2.2 alongside the Pixel 10, putting Samsung at a disadvantage. Although the South Korean company hasn’t made any announcements about adding magnets to its Galaxy phones, it has been quietly developing additional Qi2.2 accessories.
Upcoming Wireless Charger Discovery
Recently, WinFuture discovered a new Samsung Magnetic Wireless Charger that supports 25W wireless charging at a retailer, suggesting a launch might be near. While the power bank has a maximum of 15W, it should be able to connect with the Galaxy S26 for wireless charging if the new models are released with built-in magnets.
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