Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: What most fans hoped for, is officially happening
SamsungSunday, 11 January 2026 at 13:49
Let’s be real for a second. Samsung has been coasting. For what feels like a decade, they’ve sat comfortably at 45W while their competition in China was busy breaking 100W, 150W, and even 240W barriers. It was embarrassing. But today, the silence has finally broken. Certification data from the 3C site (specifically model SM-S9480) confirms that the Galaxy S26 Ultra is officially jumping to 60W wired charging.
Is it a world-beater? No. Is it enough to keep people from jumping ship to OnePlus or Xiaomi? Maybe. It’s a 33% boost, which is the first real movement we’ve seen in years. But let’s look closer at the numbers, because "60W" on a box doesn't always mean a fast phone in your pocket.
Key points
- New Power Limit: S26 Ultra confirmed for 60W wired charging via 3C certification filings.
- Speed Milestone: Reaches 75% in 30 minutes; full 0-100% charge in about 50 minutes.
- Magnetic Revolution: Native Qi2 support enables 25W magnetic wireless charging.
- Battery Capacity: Sticking with a 5,000mAh cell to balance thinness and thermal safety.
- Launch Date: Official unveiling expected at Galaxy Unpacked in late February 2026.
The Half-Hour Sprint
Ice Universe, the tipster who basically lives at Samsung’s back door, dropped a bombshell about the internal test results. Using the new EP-T6010 60W adapter, the S26 Ultra can reportedly hit 75% battery in 30 minutes.
That sounds great on paper, right? But think about the context. The S25 Ultra already cleared roughly 70% in that same window. We’re talking about a 5% to 8% difference in the real world. Still, if you’re at 0% and only have twenty minutes before a flight, that extra "oomph" might actually matter. A full top-up is now expected to land between 50 and 55 minutes, effectively killing that annoying hour-plus wait we’ve lived with since the S20 days.
Magnetic Magic and the 5,000mAh Ceiling
Now, here is the catch. Despite some rumors of a 5,200mAh bump, most filings suggest Samsung is staying at the classic 5,000mAh capacity. They’re choosing safety and slimness over bulk, which is a classic Samsung move. But the real "finally" moment isn't the battery size; it's the built-in Qi2 support.
Yes, magnets are finally native. No more buying special cases just to use a car mount or a wallet. This enables 25W magnetic wireless charging, which is a massive jump from the sluggish 15W we’ve been tolerating. It turns the phone into a true "no cables needed" device for the first time.
The Ultra Gatekeeping
Don’t get too excited if you aren't buying the most expensive model, though. Samsung is once again gatekeeping the speed. The base S26 is stuck at 25W (seriously, Samsung?), and the Plus stays at 45W. If you want the future, you have to pay the Ultra tax. Expect the full reveal during Galaxy Unpacked in San Francisco next month.
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