The first technical leaks about Samsung’s new flagship model, Galaxy S26, have been shared. These leaks point not only to the external appearance of the device, but also to some structural innovations. One of the most striking details is that the body thickness has been reduced to only 6.9 mm. This data means a 0.3 mm thinner compared to the Galaxy S25. Although this difference may seem small, it can have a big impact in terms of ergonomics.
Samsung’s thinning of the device body has led to different choices in design while increasing portability. However, this thinness may lead to some limitations in terms of battery capacity or thermal performance. For now, there is no concrete information about battery capacity; However, it is a matter of curiosity how the cooling solution will be shaped in such a body where the hardware components are compressed. In addition to all these, it is thought that the in-body layout optimization has also been reviewed. This structural change by Samsung may directly affect user habits.
Charging and accessory usage changes with internal Qi2 magnets in the Galaxy S26 model
Integrated Qi2 magnets take the Galaxy S26 to a different position than previous generations in terms of wireless charging. These magnets, physically placed around the charging coil, seem to largely eliminate alignment problems. In addition to all this, the device will now be able to make direct physical contact with compatible accessories. Offering a structure similar to Apple’s MagSafe system has the potential to make the user experience more practical. Providing Qi2 support not only in software but also directly in hardware makes a significant difference.
Samsung seems to want to show that this system goes beyond marketing rhetoric. The phrase “Qi2 Ready” used in previous models is now directly replaced by real hardware support. In this context, incompatibility problems experienced by users with magnetic accessories such as wireless chargers, magnetic car holders and wallets may be reduced. In addition to all these, details that provide comfort such as less slippage and better alignment have not been ignored. In short, Samsung plans to offer a simple but functional improvement with this change on the hardware side.
The camera design has also been simplified and a layout previously preferred in the Fold series has been adopted. The camera module is pill-shaped and positioned vertically aligned. This design is both less conspicuous and can help reduce module protrusion. However, no technical information about the camera sensors has been shared yet. Therefore, it is too early to comment on imaging quality.
On the screen side of the Galaxy S26, there are changes in both size and brightness. The screen of the new model will be 6.3 inches and a Dynamic AMOLED 2X panel will be used. The brightness value can reach up to 3,000 nits. This level exceeds the 2,600 nits level of the previous model, the S25. Despite all this, the enlargement of the screen may not please compact phone users.
Although Samsung’s base model has become thinner and brighter, the physical growth may alienate some users. However, this screen size may be a positive step for users who have habits such as content consumption, especially watching videos and playing games. With the increase in screen size, battery consumption and heating values may also have to be re-evaluated. This may further increase the importance of software optimization in terms of thermal efficiency. However, it is likely that Samsung chose this screen to focus on image quality.
On the processor side, regional differences seem to continue in this model as well. Samsung’s self-developed 2nm Exynos 2600 processor is expected to be used in many markets, including Europe. In contrast, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 Elite processor will be preferred in markets such as the USA and China. This difference is consistent with the strategy in past models. It remains unclear for now how much the performance differences will be felt in daily use.
On the charging side, some expectations may have remained unfulfilled. Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra models were limited to 25W wired and 15W wireless charging. The information leaked so far shows that the S26 will not exceed these values. Magnets are not aimed at improving wireless charging speed, but rather alignment and ease of use. However, this limitation may be considered insufficient by some users.
Thanks to the Galaxy S26’s Qi2 magnets, accessory compatibility and charging stability seem to increase. Hardware such as in-car magnetic holders and desktop stands will now be able to work better with the device. Despite all this, the fact that no visible increase in charging time is expected can be considered a technical limitation. At this point, it is not known whether improvements can be made with software updates. The final performance will become clear as a result of the tests that Samsung will conduct on this system.