Samsung appears to be getting ready for another addition to its luxury foldable lineup in China with the W26, which has now reportedly surfaced on the 3C certification website. This new book style foldable phone is expected to succeed the Samsung W25 that was launched last year as the China exclusive version of the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition. The recent spotting provides early insights into its specifications and suggests that the launch could be approaching soon.
As per a report, a Samsung device bearing model number SM W9026 has received approval from the Chinese Compulsory Certification authority. This aligns with last year’s W25 model number SM W9025, strongly suggesting that this new device is indeed the W26. The certification site confirms that the upcoming phone will be compatible with Samsung’s EP TA800 charger, which supports a wired charging speed of up to 25W. While not a jump in charging power, it does indicate Samsung’s continued preference for efficiency and battery protection over pushing charging speeds.
Interestingly, like its predecessor, the Samsung W26 is also expected to ship without a charger in the box. This continues Samsung’s recent trend of reducing accessories in packaging to align with sustainability goals. While many users may find this inconvenient, the move is in line with what the brand has been implementing across its product lines.
The W25, launched in November 2024, featured 16GB RAM and 512GB storage, and was priced at around 190000 rupees in China. It was essentially the Chinese version of the Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition, which debuted earlier in South Korea. That variant stood out for being slimmer and lighter than the standard Galaxy Z Fold 6. With that context, the W26 is also expected to carry forward this design philosophy, offering a more premium and refined foldable experience.
Under the hood, the W25 featured the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy chipset along with a powerful 200 megapixel rear camera. It came with an 8 inch internal folding screen and a 6.5 inch external screen. The foldable’s compact profile when closed measured around 10.6 millimetres in thickness and weighed 236 grams. If Samsung follows a similar template for the W26, users can expect a nearly identical hardware package with some likely refinements in design, software, and imaging performance.
There are also hints that the device could include satellite connectivity. This would position the W26 as a high end communication focused foldable, catering to a niche audience looking for both style and utility. Satellite features are gradually finding their way into flagship smartphones, and Samsung may use this addition to further differentiate the W26 from standard foldables.
Meanwhile, global attention is also on the expected launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 at the Galaxy Unpacked event. These upcoming models are expected to offer incremental upgrades including refined designs and improved battery performance, though still retaining the 25W charging standard.
The W series remains one of Samsung’s most exclusive product lines, typically aimed at the Chinese market. If the W26 launch follows the timeline of its predecessor, we can expect an official announcement in the coming months with a pricing strategy that positions it at the top of the foldable spectrum in China.
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