Samsung has confirmed it won’t include built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging on its upcoming Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone, according to leaked information from Ice Universe. This is a setback for users who were expecting a magnetic ring for seamless wireless charging.
The decision not to include built-in magnets may be due to the presence of the S Pen stylus, which has been known to interfere with strong magnets in the past. By placing the magnets in a case instead of the phone itself, Samsung aims to avoid this issue entirely.
While users will still benefit from faster wireless charging speeds with an official Samsung case, the absence of built-in magnets means they’ll need to use a separate accessory to enjoy Qi2 wireless charging. This may lead to a thicker overall device and potentially slower charging times if not paired correctly.
The Galaxy S26 Ultra is set to receive a sideways upgrade to Qi2 wireless charging, but its magnetic features will rely on third-party accessories instead of the phone itself. Samsung’s decision may be an attempt to balance out the benefits of a thinner phone with the need for magnetic features that won’t interfere with the S Pen stylus.
The lack of built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging is another development in a series of leaks surrounding the Galaxy S26 Ultra, including cases without magnetic support and the absence of silicon-carbon technology for extended battery life.
Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jaymcgregor/2026/02/05/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-leak-battery-qi2