Overview

• Reports indicate the Galaxy S26 series could feature a dual-antenna NFC setup with a new sensor at the top edge of the phone alongside the rear coil.
• The extra antenna is intended to reduce tap-to-pay failures by eliminating the need to align payments around the camera-adjacent coil.
• Samsung has reportedly engineered the design to work around Apple’s NFC placement patents on contactless payments.
• The dual-antenna layout remains in pre-production and may still undergo changes before the expected January 2026 unveiling.
• Leaked details suggest the upcoming lineup will include Pro, Edge and Ultra models, replacing the traditional base and Plus variants.