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Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is reportedly not integrating native Qi2 magnets and will require a magnetic case to enable Qi2 functionality, placing it behind rivals like Pixel 10 and iPhone 17 in magnetic wireless charging features.
Photos leaked of Samsung's 25W Magnetic Wireless Charger for the Galaxy S26 lineup, confirming Qi2 magnet-based charging with up to 25W (likely limited to the Galaxy S26 Ultra) and a USB-C input; the accessory hints at broader magnetic charging possibilities, but Samsung hasn't announced a launch date.
The claim that it costs $10 million to add Qi2 magnets to Android phones is false; the Wireless Power Consortium confirmed that the cost is much lower, and the high estimate was likely due to a misunderstanding about licensing and implementation costs. The Pixel 10's use of Qi2 magnets marks a significant update, but the actual costs and licensing are manageable, especially for members of the WPC.
Kuxiu has introduced a magnetic, mountable iPad stand for cars that charges the device at 18W, is easy to install, and offers versatile mounting options, making it ideal for road trips and enhancing in-car entertainment.
Anker has launched a new wireless car charger with a flexible, tongue-like arm that attaches to various surfaces using an adhesive mount, supporting magnetic wireless charging for compatible smartphones, and offering adjustable positioning for optimal viewing, available for purchase on Amazon for $59.99.
Google's Pixel 10 may support Qi2 magnetic charging through accessories and cases, but the magnets are likely not built into the phone itself, instead being integrated into first-party and partner cases and accessories, with upcoming products including magnetic chargers and stands.
At CES 2024, Hyper, J5Create, and Belkin showcased the latest in docking and magnetic charging technology with Thunderbolt 5 and Qi2, offering 240W charging and 120Gbps speeds, but the lack of compatible Windows laptops and Android phones means there's nothing to dock yet. The anticipation for widespread adoption of this technology, including a "MagSafe for Android," remains high.