Galaxy S26 Ultra Doesn't Have Built-in Qi2 Magnets
Droid Life • • general
Key Points:
- The new Samsung Galaxy S26 series, launched with prices up to $1,299, lacks built-in magnets for accessory attachment, unlike Apple and Google phones.
- While Samsung claims the Galaxy S26 is "Qi2 ready," this is not true Qi2 compatibility and requires a case for magnetic accessories, limiting user convenience.
- Apple introduced built-in magnets in the iPhone in 2020, and Google followed with the Pixel 10 last year, setting a standard Samsung has not met with the S26.
- The omission likely stems from cost and internal hardware redesign challenges, with Samsung possibly assuming most users will rely on cases anyway.
- This decision has disappointed consumers expecting seamless magnetic accessory integration in Samsung's latest flagship phones
