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| Render pictures of the entire Samsung Galaxy S26 series have been discovered in One UI 8.5 |
If you’ve been following the whirlwind of leaks surrounding Samsung’s next-generation flagships, you likely already have a mental image of the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra. For months, renders and reports have painted a detailed picture, leaving only minor details—like the final thickness of the standard model, rumored to have seen a last-minute tweak—in question.
However, the latest revelation doesn’t come from a blurry factory photo or an anonymous tipster. It comes from Samsung itself. Buried within a test version of the upcoming One UI 8.5 software, developers have discovered what appear to be official render images of the upcoming devices.
According to a detailed report by Android Authority, who first spotted the files, the code contains four images showcasing the rear design of three new smartphones with the internal code names M1, M2, and M3. The tech community has quickly matched these to the expected retail models: M1 is the Galaxy S26, M2 is likely the Galaxy S26 Plus, and M3 is the flagship Galaxy S26 Ultra.
The renders themselves may not be shocking—they align closely with recent leaks—but their origin within Samsung's own software is the closest thing to a pre-launch confirmation we’ve seen. They solidify the new camera island design and overall aesthetic we’ve been anticipating.
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| Galaxy S26 Ultra (M3) render pictures from One UI 8.5 |
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| Galaxy S26 (M1) and Galaxy S26 Plus (M2) render images from One UI 8.5 |
Beyond Design: The Game-Changing Magnet Feature
While the look is important, a separate leak today points to a far more significant quality-of-life upgrade for the entire Galaxy S26 series. It appears Samsung is finally jumping on a bandwagon that consumers have been eagerly awaiting: built-in magnets.
A leaked magnetic power bank accessory, designed specifically for the S26 lineup, strongly suggests that the phones will natively support the Qi2 wireless charging standard. This next-gen standard is based on Apple's MagSafe technology and uses a ring of magnets to perfectly snap accessories—like chargers, wallets, and mounts—securely to the back of the phone.
The implication is huge. No more special cases. If your Galaxy S26 has the magnets built into its frame, you can use any Qi2 accessory directly on the bare phone, ensuring perfect alignment for faster, more efficient wireless charging and a secure hold for other gadgets.
This move would put Samsung in elite company. Thus far, only the HMD Skyline and the upcoming slate of Google Pixel 10 models have been confirmed to offer this built-in magnetic functionality. A broader report on this magnetic shift and its implications was detailed earlier by our colleagues at WinFuture.
What Qi2 Means for Galaxy Users
The adoption of Qi2 isn't just about convenience; it's about performance. Proper magnetic alignment eliminates the "fiddling" often required with standard Qi charging, reduces energy waste, and can enable faster charging speeds. It also opens the door to a vast ecosystem of snap-on accessories that have flourished in the Apple ecosystem.
For those interested in the technical specifications of the Qi2 standard itself, which the Galaxy S26 series is now poised to embrace, the Wireless Power Consortium maintains an official product database.
You can explore the official Qi2 technical specifications and certified products here.
The Bottom Line
The puzzle of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is coming together. From its design—now seemingly etched into One UI's code—to a pivotal shift toward a magnetic, accessory-friendly future, the 2025 flagships are shaping up to be a substantial iterative upgrade. If the rumors hold, Samsung isn't just delivering a new camera system or a faster chip; it's finally delivering the seamless, magnetically-attached ecosystem that many power users have been craving. The wait for an official unveiling, likely in January 2025, just got a lot more interesting.