Samsung’s next flagship phones could be about to make charging a lot smoother, though it might come at the cost of a familiar feature.
Right now, the Galaxy S25 series supports “Qi2 Ready” certification, which allows for 15W wireless charging. But because the phones don’t have magnets inside, users need special magnetic cases to properly align chargers and accessories. Google went a step further with the Pixel 10 series, launched last week, by including magnets directly in the phone for full Qi2 support. That means chargers snap into place with better alignment and stability, making the experience closer to Apple’s MagSafe.
However, Google’s move came with a downside. According to the company, the Pixel 10 had to drop reverse wireless charging because the magnets created “a physical limitation”. In practice, that means no more charging your earbuds or watch on the back of the device.
This naturally raises the question: what will Samsung do with the Galaxy S26 series, expected in January 2026? Reports claim the Galaxy S26 series will support the Magnetic Power Profile of Q2, which would finally bring full Qi2 compliance without cases. If true, Samsung may face the same compromise as Google, meaning Wireless PowerShare — the company’s version of reverse wireless charging — could be on the chopping block.
Reverse wireless charging may be niche, but it’s been a handy safety net when accessories run out of power. If Samsung does remove it, the company will need to lean on other upgrades — like faster Qi2 charging, refreshed camera hardware, and design tweaks — to justify the trade-off.
There’s also another concern: S Pen functionality. In the past, cases with built-in magnets have caused interference with the S Pen — likely one reason Samsung held back from adding true Qi2 support earlier. But with magnets built directly into the phone instead of an optional case, the risk of interference could be greater. Samsung may need to adjust how the S Pen communicates with the device to ensure a flawless experience.
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