Samsung Phones Miss Built‑In Magnetic Feature

The newest Galaxy S26 line has just hit the market, with a price tag that can reach $1,299.

Key Detail: No Built‑In Magnets

One detail that many buyers noticed right away is the absence of built‑in magnets for easy attachment to accessories.
Samsung advertises the phones as “Qi² ready”, a claim that lets users think they can magnetically attach items without a case.

In reality, the term “Qi² ready” is only a marketing phrase; it does not mean the device actually has the magnetic hardware inside.

What Competitors Offer

• Apple added real magnets to its devices in 2020.
• Google followed suit last year.

Their phones can hold wallets, chargers, or other magnetic accessories straight to the body without needing a case.

Why Samsung Omitted Magnets

Samsung’s decision to omit these magnets suggests they expect most people to use protective cases anyway, even though the phones can still be used without one.
Adding true Qi² support would have required extra internal space and higher production costs, which Samsung apparently chose to avoid.

Bottom Line

The Galaxy S26 series falls short of a feature that many consumers find convenient and expected in modern smartphones.