Samsung's Wireless Charging Upgrade: A Sneak Peek
The Galaxy S26 series is set to revolutionize wireless charging, according to recent code discoveries. Android Authority's Joe Maring uncovers exciting details about Samsung's upcoming wireless charging enhancements.
The Upgrade in a Nutshell:
- Super Fast Wireless Charging: New code in One UI 8.5 builds hints at a significant leap in wireless charging speeds. The Galaxy S26 Ultra might reach 25W, while the base models could hit 20W, a substantial improvement from the current 15W on the Galaxy S25 series.
- A Long-Awaited Improvement: This would be the first wireless charging speed upgrade for the Galaxy S series since the S20 lineup, addressing long-standing criticisms of slow charging speeds.
Code Clues:
The code reveals three strings for wireless charging:
- Wireless charging: %d%%
- Fast wireless charging: %d%%
- Super fast wireless charging: %d%%
The first two strings are familiar, indicating charging percentages for 5-10W and 15W chargers, respectively. The new string, Super fast wireless charging, suggests a significant boost in speed.
Rumored Speeds:
- Galaxy S26 Ultra: 25W wireless charging, a massive jump from the current 15W.
- Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus: 20W wireless charging, an upgrade from the existing 15W.
This upgrade could significantly reduce charging times by 40%, according to rumors. The question remains: Will the "Super fast wireless charging" branding be reserved for the Ultra model, or will it be applied to the base models as well?
The Takeaway:
While code teardowns offer valuable insights, it's important to remember that these features might not make it to the final release. Stay tuned as we await official confirmation from Samsung.
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