Reverse wireless charging may be niche, but it’s been a handy safety net when accessories run out of power.
Samsung’s next flagship phones could be about to make charging a lot smoother, though it might come at the cost of a familiar feature.
Right now, the Galaxy S25 series supports “Qi2 Ready” certification, which allows for 15W wireless charging. But because the phones don’t have magnets inside, users need special magnetic cases to properly align chargers and accessories. Google went a step further with the Pixel 10 series, launched last week, by including magnets directly in the phone for full Qi2 support. That means chargers snap into place with better alignment and stability, making the experience closer to Apple’s MagSafe.
However, Google’s move came with a downside. According to the company, the Pixel 10 had to drop reverse wireless charging because the magnets created “a physical limitation”.
