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Updated · SlashGear · Jul 11
SlashGear Picks 5 Magnetic Galaxy Accessories as Samsung Expands Qi2 Support
Updated
Updated · SlashGear · Jul 11

SlashGear Picks 5 Magnetic Galaxy Accessories as Samsung Expands Qi2 Support

3 articles · Updated · SlashGear · Jul 11

Summary

  • Five accessories made SlashGear’s essentials list for Samsung Galaxy phones: a magnetic case, battery pack, car mount, phone grip and wallet.
  • Samsung’s magnetic ecosystem still requires a magnetic case because Galaxy phones lack built-in rear magnets, unlike iPhones, even after the Galaxy S25 and S26 expanded support.
  • Samsung’s official silicone magnetic case for the Galaxy S26 Ultra starts at $53.82, with SlashGear favoring it over cheaper alternatives because off-center third-party rings can weaken alignment.
  • Samsung’s 5,000 mAh magnetic battery pack costs $55.99 and charges at 15W wirelessly or 25W over USB-C, though reviews cited slower-than-expected charging and heat during prolonged use.
  • Other picks ranged from the $51.29 ESR OmniLock Qi2.2 car mount to Spigen’s $29.99 grip and $26.99 wallet, underscoring that Samsung’s magnetic accessory options remain useful but narrower than Apple’s.

Insights

Is Samsung's magnetic case requirement a clever design choice or just a hidden tax on Galaxy users?
With Samsung's full support for Qi2, is Apple’s proprietary MagSafe ecosystem facing its biggest threat yet?
Can 25W magnetic charging truly replace the speed and reliability of a traditional power cable?