Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Android Central
Android Central
Technology
Namerah Saud Fatmi

What 2026 might hold in store for the mobile accessories market, from 'dream batteries' to maximalist cases

Fast-charging the OnePlus 13.

From the wild popularity of retractable cables to a boom in the Qi2 accessory space, a lot happened this year. As we bid farewell to 2025, I have already set my sights on the future. Based on rumors, patterns, and what we've seen so far, here are a few things I expect to see in 2026.

Above all else, the whispers and leaks about new battery tech have me most excited. Then there's the very high chance of the S26 series coming with magnetic Qi2, opening the floodgates to the Qi2 world even further. Here's what I think the upcoming year has in store for the mobile accessories world.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.