Samsung Galaxy S26 Series May Get Major Battery and Charging Upgrades — What to Expect
Samsung Galaxy S26 series may bring bigger batteries, 65W fast charging, and a new lineup with Pro, Edge, and Ultra models.
Samsung Galaxy S26 series may debut with rebranded models, faster charging, and larger batteries across the lineup.
New lineup could feature larger batteries, faster 65W charging, and a rebranded model structure.
Samsung is reportedly planning a notable overhaul for its upcoming Galaxy S26 series, with major improvements in battery capacity, charging speeds, and even model naming conventions. As per a report from 9to5Google, the new flagship lineup may consist of three variants: Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, and Galaxy S26 Ultra — possibly replacing the current Base, Plus, and Ultra format.
🔋 Battery Boost Across All Models
The Galaxy S26 lineup is expected to pack larger batteries compared to its predecessors:
- Galaxy S26 Pro: 4,300mAh (up from 4,000mAh in S25)
- Galaxy S26 Edge: 4,200mAh (up from 3,900mAh in S25+)
- Galaxy S26 Ultra: 5,500mAh (up from 5,000mAh in S25 Ultra)
These improvements mark a significant leap in battery life potential, especially for power users.
⚡ 65W Fast Charging for the Ultra Model
For the first time, Samsung may equip its Ultra variant with 65W wired fast charging, a move long-awaited by Galaxy fans. If true, this would be the fastest charging speed ever offered on a Samsung flagship and could close the gap with competitors like OnePlus and Xiaomi.
📱 Lineup Changes: Pro, Edge, and Ultra?
Leaked references in Samsung’s One UI 8 (Android 16) suggest a potential shake-up in the model structure:
- The “Pro” model might replace the base version.
- The “Edge” model could take over from the Plus variant.
- The Ultra remains as the top-tier flagship.
- No references to a standard "Base" or "Plus" model were found, hinting at a marketing revamp or ongoing internal testing of new branding.
- The GSMA device database has also listed model numbers and names supporting this speculation — including SM-S942U, now believed to be the Galaxy S26 Pro.
🧠 What This Means for Samsung Users
If the leaks are accurate, the Galaxy S26 series will:
- Offer longer-lasting batteries
- Introduce faster charging (especially for Ultra)
- Possibly rebrand its lineup with fresh names like “Pro” and “Edge”
Samsung has not officially confirmed any of these changes, but the consistent leak pattern indicates a significant generational shift is underway.
