- The Galaxy S26 FE has appeared in a new Wireless Power Consortium certification, pointing to a possible launch in late August or early September 2026.
- Samsung's upcoming Fan Edition phone is expected to support Qi2 wireless charging with magnetic alignment and speeds of up to 25W, marking a notable upgrade for the series.
- Leaks suggest the Galaxy S26 FE could feature a 6.7-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, up to 512GB storage, a 5,000mAh battery, and 45W wired charging.
Samsung’s next affordable flagship is beginning to take shape. The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has surfaced on the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) database under model number SM-S741. For anyone tracking Samsung launches, this is usually one of the final checkpoints before a product moves closer to release. If Samsung sticks to its usual schedule, the Galaxy S26 FE could arrive sometime in late August or early September next year. Let’s have a look at it.
Wireless charging gets a major upgrade
Most people will probably focus on the design, but the charging changes are arguably more interesting. According to the certification, the phone supports Qi2 version 2.2.1. This brings support for wireless charging speeds of up to 25W and also introduces magnetic alignment support.
In simple terms, the charger can align itself more accurately with the phone. That means less wasted energy, better charging efficiency, and in some cases slightly lower heat buildup. It may not sound exciting on paper, but it’s the kind of upgrade users actually notice after using a phone for months.
Familiar design look with minor tweaks
The certification also includes an image of the phone’s front side. From what we can see, Samsung is not changing much. The overall look remains very similar to recent Galaxy devices. Reports suggest the rear camera arrangement will use a vertical layout, similar to the standard Galaxy S26.
There are some small differences being mentioned, with the camera lenses reportedly positioned a little closer to the edges. Nothing dramatic, but enough to separate the FE model from the regular version.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE specifications (expected)
Samsung’s Fan Edition phones usually balance flagship features with a slightly lower price. To do that, the company often uses hardware from the previous generation. That trend is expected to continue here.
Current rumors point to the following specifications:
- 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display
- 120Hz refresh rate
- Up to 1,900 nits peak brightness
- 8GB RAM
- 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage options
- No microSD card slot
- 4,900mAh to 5,000mAh battery
- 45W wired fast charging
The phone is unlikely to use Samsung’s latest Exynos 2600 chip. Instead, Samsung will probably rely on an older flagship processor to keep costs under control. Based on what has surfaced so far, Samsung is not trying to reinvent the FE formula. Instead, it looks like the company is focusing on practical improvements.
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Overall, the biggest takeaway from this Galaxy S26 FE first look is the addition of Qi2 wireless charging, something many Galaxy users have wanted for a long time. If Samsung keeps pricing competitive, the Galaxy S26 FE could once again become one of the easiest flagship-style phones to recommend.
