Fans of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series of mobile devices seem to be in luck. Early rumors about the next-gen devices, while not pointing to a complete revolution, do suggest notable improvements in key aspects. As usual, the “Ultra” variant is the most anticipated as it will offer the most advanced features. Now, a recent leak practically confirms a notable improvement in fast charging for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
For years, the “Galaxy S Ultra” devices have been stuck at 45W fast charging. The figure pales in comparison to other Android brands that support even more than 100W. The South Korean giant has wanted to play it safe and avoid a potential PR disaster like that of the Galaxy Note 7 and its “explosive batteries.” This would also be the reason for the delay in adopting the new silicon carbon battery tech.
60W fast charging confirmed by Galaxy S26 Ultra’s One UI 8.5 internal build
That said, finally the prayers of the brand’s fans seem to have been answered. The latest leak from a One UI 8.5 firmware has apparently confirmed a highly anticipated upgrade: the Galaxy S26 Ultra will reportedly support a much faster 60W fast charging.
This would be a welcome leap from the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s current charging capability. The confirmation, dug up by leaker @erenylmaz075 on X, suggests Samsung is making a strategic move to please its users. While the battery capacity is expected to remain at a solid 5,000mAh, the boost in charging speed aims to ensure users spend less time plugged in. This is a crucial point for those who might have hoped for an even larger battery.
Beyond the charging enhancements, the One UI 8.5 firmware leak also reinforces that the Galaxy S26 Ultra will be powered by Qualcomm’s next flagship chipset. Yes, we are talking about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2. This top-tier processor promises to deliver robust performance, ensuring the device handles everything from demanding apps to complex games with ease. There are even rumors about a Samsung-made 2nm special edition.
The S26 Ultra could also arrive with a refined design. Whispers suggest it will be thinner and lighter than its predecessor. Reports suggest under 7mm thickness, which would be impressive. For photography enthusiasts, there’s good news too. Rumors point to meaningful upgrades for the camera system. The list includes an improved main sensor alongside improved 3x telephoto and 5x periscope lenses.
With these impressive upgrades across charging, performance, design, and camera capabilities, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is shaping up to be a compelling offering. Samsung fans have plenty to look forward to when the new flagship is expected to arrive early next year.
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