Latest news with #SUSCAN
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Yahoo
Looking 'SUS,' rumors say Samsung chases new material to upgrade its batteries
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Samsung is reportedly switching gears, and chasing a different type of battery material known as "SUS CAN." This material is designed to increase battery capacity, meaning future phones, like the Galaxy S26, could have "significantly" bigger capacities. Old rumors claimed Samsung would chase silicon-carbon batteries; however, any upgrade would be nice as we've been stuck in 2019 with the same old, same old. New information has allegedly come to light about Samsung's upgraded battery tech in its next wave of Galaxy phones. The latest report arrives courtesy of The Elec (Korean), which claims Samsung might've changed its mind about its (hopeful) battery tech upgrade (via Jukanlosreve). This isn't "bad," technically, as the report says Samsung might look toward a different material, known as "SUS CAN." As the post notes, the purpose of this material swap is to finally provide stronger, longer-lasting batteries. The tipster highlights the change could facilitate a "significant increase in battery capacity." The publication's sources allege the SUS CAN is a "stainless steel" material that's currently in development by Samsung SDI. It's also worth mentioning that this same tech is inside Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max. This material change has two key focuses: boost energy density and improve Galaxy's charging speeds. Both of these areas would be welcome upgrades for Samsung's Galaxy phone line, which has become pretty stagnant. More importantly, there's a chance we could see this battery tech arrive on the Galaxy S26 series next year. Additionally, sources claim SUS CAN could also reduce battery swelling. Speaking plainly, this would, ideally, increase the longevity of the battery, as one that swells is a telltale sign that it's time to chuck it. Rumors that Samsung's future batteries could finally catch up to the competition started earlier in February. That report came from FNNews (Korean), which alleged Samsung was chasing silicon-carbon batteries. We've seen this tech in a few places, like Honor's Magic 7 Pro, which provides better durability and faster charging. Like the current rumors, those from February stated we may see this tech in "future Galaxy phones." There's also speculation that Samsung's batteries could debut anywhere from 6,000mAh to 7,000mAh. There's nothing concrete about what sort of charging speeds Samsung could strive for, but hey, we can dream of something more than 45W. If 45W grinds your gears, it's because Samsung has provided that same charging strength on its Ultra model for the past three generations. Essentially, we're all still vibing back in 2019. Samsung did work in a little magic with its Galaxy S25 Ultra battery, bringing slightly faster charging, but it's clearly not cutting it. Phone deals: Best Buy | Walmart | Samsung | Amazon | Verizon | AT&T With a refreshed UI and more, Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit of a stunner. The device boasts many AI features, like the Now Brief on your lock screen for suggestions on how to tackle your days with the apps that matter.
India Today
16-05-2025
- India Today
Samsung to adopt new battery tech, Galaxy S26 may launch with it
Samsung is reportedly gearing up for a major battery upgrade, and if all goes as expected, the change might debut with its next flagship series — possibly the Galaxy S26 as per a fresh leak. While other smartphone brands have already taken a leap forward with newer battery materials, Samsung seems to be choosing a different but equally promising per a report by The Elec, the company is preparing to adopt a battery technology called SUS CAN, which uses stainless steel to improve the internal structure of the battery. The goal here is not just to increase how much energy the battery can hold in a compact space, but also to help it charge faster and avoid long-term issues like swelling — something that has quietly affected older Galaxy models over this stainless steel-based tech is already being used in Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max, so Samsung's decision looks like a well-calculated move to stay in the race. However, this change won't likely come to every Galaxy phone right away. Given the cost and complexity involved, it's expected to be reserved for premium models first, with the Galaxy S26 looking like a likely the years, the company has received some criticism for sticking with older battery designs, especially as rivals like OnePlus have packed bigger, bigger batteries into thinner phones. Devices like the OnePlus 13T have already crossed the 6,200mAh mark using modern battery tech, while Samsung's recent S25 Edge still shipped with a more modest report doesn't confirm exact timing, but hints that Samsung's next-generation Galaxy device is where this change could start. If that's true, the Galaxy S26 might bring more than just performance upgrades — it could also finally catch up in an area where the company has lagged a fresh rumour doing the rounds suggests that Samsung might drop the Galaxy S26 Plus in favour of the S26 Edge. As of now, the Galaxy S25 series includes four models — S25, S25 Plus, S25 Ultra, and S25 Edge — but this line-up could see a change with the next generation in 2026. As of now, there is no official confirmation of all of these details. Hence, people are advised to take the leaked details with a pinch of salt. You can stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the updates.
Android Authority
15-05-2025
- Android Authority
The Galaxy S26 may get a surprising battery upgrade, but not the one you were hoping for
C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Standard Colors TL;DR Samsung may introduce stainless steel 'SUS CAN' batteries in its upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup to improve energy density and charging. 'SUS CAN' batteries are said to mitigate swelling issues and help comply with future EU regulations requiring user-replaceable batteries by 2027. Although this isn't silicon-carbon technology, it marks a significant shift from traditional Lithium-ion pouch cells used by current major brands. One of the more disappointing themes about recent Galaxy flagships is their mediocre battery capacity. While several other Android flagships have moved to higher-density silicon-carbon batteries, phones from Samsung, Apple, and Google have stuck with traditional Lithium-ion batteries with relatively smaller capacity. Samsung could finally be looking to upgrade the battery with the Galaxy S26 series, but it isn't the silicon-carbon upgrade you would be hoping for. According to a report from South Korea's The Elec (via Jukanlosreve on X), Samsung is planning to introduce a battery technology that can 'dramatically increase' battery capacity in its 'next model.' Before you get too excited about a silicon-carbon battery, the report mentions that this battery uses a stainless steel material that Samsung SDI (Samsung's battery manufacturing arm) is developing. The tech is said to be commonly referred to as 'SUS CAN' in the battery industry. We couldn't locate authoritative information on this 'SUS CAN,' but the report suggests that it aims to increase energy density and improve charging speed. Further, it also helps suppress battery swelling due to repeated charging and discharging cycles. The report also mentions that the iPhone 16 Pro Max has already adopted this stainless steel 'SUS CAN' battery. However, iFixit's teardown of the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max shows a metal-encased battery on the smaller iPhone 16 Pro. In contrast, the iPhone 16 Pro Max has a more conventional battery. Note that swollen batteries are a common problem across all electronics, including smartphones. They are often called 'spicy pillows,' as there is a grave risk of fire or explosion if the outer layer punctures, since the inner layers have already been compromised. These swollen batteries have come to be associated with Galaxy phones (even though they affect all smartphones), mostly due to the volume of Samsung's sales. YouTubers like Mrwhosetheboss have even discussed it in detail. The report also notes that the new method is apparently a result of the EU's solid-state battery regulations. In 2023, the EU passed a regulation requiring all smartphones to be equipped with user-replaceable batteries by 2027. The report optimistically states that the 'small square batteries' used in the feature phone era could be revived to comply with this regulation. As a result, the 'pouch-type' internal battery would make way for a 'square type,' which we presume is machine translation describing the shift from the conventional pouch-cell Li-ion battery to the metal-encased Li-ion battery. The con is that the 'capacity may be reduced' when the battery is made user-replaceable. If the Galaxy S26 incorporates this substantial change, it will make the lineup one of the more exciting flagship releases from Samsung in several years. However, we would have preferred if Samsung had adopted silicon-carbon battery technology. It remains to be seen what changes finally occur and how they impact battery life. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
