Leak: Samsung Galaxy S26 batteries include a surprising downgrade
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Key Points:
- Leaked EU labels reveal that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 series has a reduced battery lifespan, with batteries rated for 1,200 charge cycles before dropping to 80% health, compared to 2,000 cycles in the Galaxy S25 series.
- Despite the shorter battery lifespan, the Galaxy S26 series shows significant improvements in energy efficiency, lasting notably longer in standardized EU battery tests than the S25 models.
- The Galaxy S26 battery lasted 51 hours, 14 hours longer than the S25's 37 hours, while the S26+ and S26 Ultra lasted 55 hours, outperforming their predecessors by over 10 hours each.
- This suggests a trade-off between battery longevity and efficiency in the
