Samsung's Galaxy phones could be getting a big camera redesign to facilitate MagSafe-style charging — here are 4 ways they could look different
Samsung may be planning a significant redesign of the camera layout on future Galaxy phones, potentially to accommodate built-in magnets for Qi2 wireless charging similar to Apple's MagSafe. The change could lead to a departure from the current vertical camera arrangement in favor of designs like a pill-shaped module, wide camera island, or circular block. This redesign is not expected before the Galaxy S27 series, likely launching in early 2027. The move aims to enable case-free magnetic accessory compatibility.
- ▪Samsung is reportedly considering a camera layout redesign on future Galaxy phones to make space for Qi2 magnetic charging.
- ▪The change could allow for MagSafe-style magnetic accessories without requiring a phone case.
- ▪Possible new designs include a pill-shaped module, a width-spanning island, a square block, or a circular layout.
- ▪The earliest this redesign might appear is on the Galaxy S27 series, expected in 2027.
- ▪Leaks suggesting the redesign come from reputable sources including Ice Universe and a South Korean Naver commenter.
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Phones Samsung Galaxy Phones Samsung's Galaxy phones could be getting a big camera redesign to facilitate MagSafe-style charging — here are 4 ways they could look different News By James Rogerson published 28 April 2026 Moving the cameras to add magnets When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (Image credit: Lance Ulanoff / Future) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Samsung is reportedly considering redesigning the camera layout on future Galaxy phonesThis might in part be to allow space for magnets, so you can use magnetic chargers…
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