Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy foldables could get a charging speed boost

Samsung’s next generation of foldable phones could bring some changes to charging, though not all of them might be what fans are hoping for. According to recent certification listings spotted via SammyGuru, upcoming devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and a new “Wide Fold” variant have appeared on China’s 3C database, hinting at potential updates to charging capabilities.

These listings typically reveal wired charging specs ahead of launch, making them an early indicator of what to expect. But here’s the catch: the “upgrade” might not be as big as it sounds.

What do the leaks actually reveal?

Two upcoming devices, SM-F9710 and SM-F9760, are believed to be the Chinese variants of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and a new “Galaxy Z Wide Fold.” These listings show support for 15V at 3A charging, which translates to 45W wired charging. If accurate, that would

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