Boosting Flagship Performance: Samsung and Apple Unleash Larger, Long-Lasting Batteries in New Flagship Phones

The Future of Smartphone Batteries: A Giant Leap Forward?

For years, the progress of smartphone batteries has been somewhat stagnant. But it seems that the industry is finally making strides towards a significant improvement. Two tech giants, Samsung and Apple, are reportedly developing their own new batteries, which could be a game-changer for consumers.

Higher Capacity, Smaller Size

Chinese manufacturers have already taken the lead in this regard, with some phones featuring batteries with a capacity of over 7,000 mAh. The Nubia RedMagic 10 Pro, for instance, boasts a 7,050 mAh battery without compromising on its thickness. This trend is expected to continue among Chinese phone makers this year, and it’s no surprise that Samsung and Apple want to keep up.

The Same Approach

Interestingly, both Samsung and Apple are using a similar method to develop their new batteries. These batteries will allow for larger capacities without making the phones thicker. This is crucial for both companies, as they are planning to launch slim variants of their flagship phones soon. The iPhone 17 Air and Galaxy S25 Slim, for example, will cater to users who prioritize aesthetics.

A Slimmer Future

Take a look at the iPhone 17 Air, which promises to be much slimmer than its predecessor, the iPhone 16. This slim design is made possible by Apple’s new battery technology.

Samsung’s Silicon Solution

Samsung has apparently found a way to increase the silicon content within a battery without encountering issues like swelling. However, there’s no concrete release date for Samsung’s new batteries just yet.

The Roadmap Ahead

Industry tipster Jukanlosreve suggests that Apple’s implementation of its new battery tech might happen after 2026. Given Samsung’s history of unveiling new technologies before Apple, it’s likely that Samsung will beat Apple to the punch. Apple is notorious for its reluctance to adopt new technologies, insisting on doing things "the Apple way."

A Larger Future

As someone who’s long advocated for larger batteries, I’m thrilled about this development. Even if it means sacrificing phone slimness, a better battery is a small price to pay. Here’s hoping that the rollout of these new batteries goes smoothly and we don’t see another Galaxy Note 7-style debacle.