Jan 23

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung has officially announced its latest flagship smartphones—the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25. All models feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor combined with 12GB of RAM, and storage options vary according to each model, from 128GB only for the S25 up to 1TB only for the Ultra version.
Besides Qualcomm’s most powerful new chipset, Samsung’s flagship series includes only a few hardware upgrades and subtle design refinements.

For this year’s S series edition, Samsung focused heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) integration and new software features designed to deliver intuitive and context-aware user experiences.

Design Refinements

Samsung has refined the design of the Galaxy S25 Series, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.

Rounded Edges and Slimmer Bezels: The Ultra model now features slightly rounded edges for improved ergonomics. Bezels have been reduced by 15%, allowing for a larger 6.9-inch display while maintaining the same device footprint.

Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Ultra’s front: The new glass offers improved scratch resistance and anti-reflective properties over the Gorilla Glass Armor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. In addition to enhanced durability, it offers better visibility in various lighting conditions.

Weight Reduction: The Ultra model is 15 grams lighter than its predecessor, offering better balance without compromising durability.

Display

The S25 Ultra Dynamic AMOLED 2X gets a slightly larger display than its predecessor, with the same QHD+ resolution with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Improved Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, uniquely customized in collaboration with Qualcomm, powers the Galaxy S25 Series. This new processor enhances performance across the board.

Processing Capabilities: The 3nm processor delivers a 40% increase in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) performance, a 37% boost in CPU efficiency, and a 30% improvement in GPU capabilities over the previous generation. These enhancements allow the device to handle demanding tasks, including gaming and AI computations, more efficiently.

Advanced Cooling System: A new cooling system features a 40% larger vapor chamber in the S25 Ultra and 15% larger one in the S25 Plus and S25 than the previous generation.

A new tailored Thermal Interface Material (TIM) further improves heat dissipation, enhancing battery life and device longevity. Those improvements ensure sustained performance during intensive use, such as extended gaming sessions.

Battery

The S25 Ultra features an unsurprising 5000 mAh; the S25 Plus gets a 4900 mah capacity, and the S25 is 4000 mAh.

Camera Upgrades

The camera system of the S25 Ultra features a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, complementing the 50MP 5X telephoto, the 10 MP 3X zoom, and the 200MP main camera that are similar to the ones found in the S24 Ultra. All lenses offer Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
This upgrade enhances clarity for wide-angle and macro photography, capturing impressive detail photos taken as close as 2 cm from the subject.

Macro photography captures fine detail thanks to the 50MP Ultrawide camera

The S25 Plus and S25 have a triple rear shooter with a 50MP primary sensor (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP 3x optical zoom (OIS), the same configuration as the S24 Plus and S24.

Low-Light Photography: New technologies such as double-analysis noise removal and spatial-temporal filtering address common issues in low-light photography. These systems reduce noise at the pixel level and enhance clarity for moving objects, resulting in sharper night photos and videos.

Professional Features: The addition of Galaxy Log and virtual aperture settings in the Pro Video and Expert RAW photo mode allows more control for advanced users. LOG (logarithmic) video is a format that stores more image information in the highlights and the shadows, offering better color editing options.

Virtual aperture in ExpertRAW mode

Generative editing features have been improved for greater accuracy and faster processing, making on-device photo and video editing more efficient.

Improved Audio Features For Video Editing: The new audio eraser tool allows users to isolate or adjust specific sound elements in videos, such as removing background noise while preserving voice clarity.

A New AI-Integrated Operating System

Thanks to Samsung has significantly expanded its AI capabilities with the Galaxy S25, making the devices more intuitive and user-friendly. While the Galaxy S24 introduced Galaxy AI as Samsung’s first global AI platform, the S25 builds on this foundation by embedding AI more deeply into the One UI 7 operating system and user interface.

AI Agents: The S25 Series includes multiple AI agents designed to streamline various tasks. These agents can handle a wide range of functions using natural language input. For example, users can summarize long texts, convert videos into GIFs, and identify audio or visual content with minimal effort. The integration allows for cross-application commands, such as scheduling events in a calendar and sharing them with contacts in one step.

Personal Data Engine: A key new feature is the personal data engine, which learns user behavior, preferences, and routines. This system helps automate repetitive tasks, such as adjusting device settings for better sleep or suggesting contextual routines based on usage patterns.

Contextual Smart Features: Improved search capabilities allow users to locate photos, settings, or information using conversational queries. For instance, users can say, “Show me wedding photos from Pittsburgh,” or “Help me adjust text size,” and the device will respond accordingly. This makes navigating the phone’s features faster and more intuitive.

One UI 7.0 and Software Features

The Galaxy S25 Series debuts One UI 7.0, a redesigned user interface that integrates AI features seamlessly.

Now Brief and Now Bar: These widgets provide real-time updates tailored to user habits, including weather forecasts, calendar events, and news. The interface adjusts throughout the day to offer relevant information at a glance.

Enhanced AI Capabilities: The AI platform can now execute complex, multi-step tasks. For example, users can ask the device to find the next basketball game, add it to the calendar, and notify a contact—all in one command.

SmartThings Integration: The SmartThings ecosystem has been enhanced to provide better control over connected devices. Features like automated routines and contextual suggestions improve the overall user experience.

Sustainability and Security

Samsung has incorporated sustainable practices into the Galaxy S25 Series while enhancing device security.

Circular Battery Supply Chain: Samsung uses recycled materials in its devices and recycles rare elements from old batteries. This initiative reduces waste and supports sustainability goals.

Knox Vault 2: Security has been improved with end-to-end encryption and post-quantum cryptography. This ensures user data is protected against current and future security threats.

Pricing and Availability

Pre-orders for the series begin today, with general availability starting February 7.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium WhiteSilver, Titanium Gray Titanium Black starts at $1299 for the 512GB model. Online colors exclusives are TitaniumPinkGold, Titanium Jetblack and Titanium Jadegreen.

The Galaxy S25 Plus and S25 offer four flavors Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. The S25 Plus starts at $999.99 for the 256GB model and the S25 is priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model. Online color exclusives are Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.

AT&T Deals for the Galaxy S25 series Starting From Today

New and existing AT&T customers can benefit from a broad range of offers.
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for $0 with an eligible trade-in and one of AT&T’s most popular plans. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 are also available for $0 with an eligible trade-in, regardless of the device’s year or condition. Customers can also get a Galaxy Watch and Tab for just $0.99 per month each. Existing Unlimited Your Way customers can access these deals without the need to change or upgrade their plans.

AT&T also offers the option to upgrade devices annually. With the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S25 series device on an AT&T installment plan, customers can add the Next Up Anytime feature and upgrade to the latest Samsung Galaxy every year. Additionally, AT&T customers can enhance their wireless connectivity with AT&T Turbo, available for $7 per month per line on eligible plans.

The Unlimited Your Way plan allows people to mix and match any of AT&T’s best unlimited plans while accessing the best deals.

Pre-orders for these offers begin on Wednesday, January 22, and are available online at att.com, through the myAT&T app, and in stores.

Verizon Deals for the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is available starting at $36.11 per month for 36 months on Verizon Device Payment, with a retail price of $1,299.99 and 0% APR. The Galaxy S25+ starts at $27.77 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $999.99, while the Galaxy S25 starts at $22.22 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $799.99, all offered at 0% APR.

Verizon offers significant savings on the Galaxy S25 series. Both current and new customers can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 at no cost, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, customers can get a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G at no extra charge when purchasing a Galaxy S25 series phone, trading in an eligible device, and signing up for the Unlimited Ultimate plan. Discounts are applied as trade-in credits over 36 months, and the watch and tablet offer requires a new line of service.

For businesses, Verizon also provides great deals. New or current customers adding a line can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 for free with an eligible trade-in and a Business Unlimited plan.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Jan 23

Extremely OK Games has cancelled its follow-up to Celeste

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Extremely OK Games has cancelled its upcoming game Earthblade. The followup to the team’s beloved indie sensation Celeste was announced in 2022 and expected to release last year. Maddy Thorson announced the news on the studio’s website today.

“Noel and I…began to reflect on how the game has felt for us to work on day-to-day, and realized that it has been a struggle for a long time,” she wrote. “Sure, working on one project for so long is bound to become a slog, but this feels like a deeper problem. Celeste‘s success applied pressure on us to deliver something bigger and better with Earthblade, and that pressure is a large part of why working on it has become so exhausting.”

The studio, led by Thorson and Noel Berry, parted ways with EXOK co-founder Pedro Medeiros in November. However, Thorson was clear in her message that the rift between team members was not the reason for cancelling Earthblade. In fact, all of the public conversation between the former colleagues thus far has remained amicable. Thorson offered firm support for Medeiros and his new game project Neverway in her post: “If you were excited about Earthblade and angry about its cancelling, Pedro and the Neverway team aren’t the enemy and anyone who treats them as such isn’t welcome in any EXOK community.”

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/gaming/extremely-ok-games-has-cancelled-its-follow-up-to-celeste-000352550.html?src=rss

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Jan 23

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung has officially announced its latest flagship smartphones—the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25. All models feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor combined with 12GB of RAM, and storage options vary according to each model, from 128GB only for the S25 up to 1TB only for the Ultra version.
Besides Qualcomm’s most powerful new chipset, Samsung’s flagship series includes only a few hardware upgrades and subtle design refinements.

For this year’s S series edition, Samsung focused heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) integration and new software features designed to deliver intuitive and context-aware user experiences.

Design Refinements

Samsung has refined the design of the Galaxy S25 Series, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.

Rounded Edges and Slimmer Bezels: The Ultra model now features slightly rounded edges for improved ergonomics. Bezels have been reduced by 15%, allowing for a larger 6.9-inch display while maintaining the same device footprint.

Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Ultra’s front: The new glass offers improved scratch resistance and anti-reflective properties over the Gorilla Glass Armor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. In addition to enhanced durability, it offers better visibility in various lighting conditions.

Weight Reduction: The Ultra model is 15 grams lighter than its predecessor, offering better balance without compromising durability.

Display

The S25 Ultra Dynamic AMOLED 2X gets a slightly larger display than its predecessor, with the same QHD+ resolution with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Improved Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, uniquely customized in collaboration with Qualcomm, powers the Galaxy S25 Series. This new processor enhances performance across the board.

Processing Capabilities: The 3nm processor delivers a 40% increase in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) performance, a 37% boost in CPU efficiency, and a 30% improvement in GPU capabilities over the previous generation. These enhancements allow the device to handle demanding tasks, including gaming and AI computations, more efficiently.

Advanced Cooling System: A new cooling system features a 40% larger vapor chamber in the S25 Ultra and 15% larger one in the S25 Plus and S25 than the previous generation.

A new tailored Thermal Interface Material (TIM) further improves heat dissipation, enhancing battery life and device longevity. Those improvements ensure sustained performance during intensive use, such as extended gaming sessions.

Battery

The S25 Ultra features an unsurprising 5000 mAh; the S25 Plus gets a 4900 mah capacity, and the S25 is 4000 mAh.

Camera Upgrades

The camera system of the S25 Ultra features a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, complementing the 50MP 5X telephoto, the 10 MP 3X zoom, and the 200MP main camera that are similar to the ones found in the S24 Ultra. All lenses offer Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
This upgrade enhances clarity for wide-angle and macro photography, capturing impressive detail photos taken as close as 2 cm from the subject.

Macro photography captures fine detail thanks to the 50MP Ultrawide camera

The S25 Plus and S25 have a triple rear shooter with a 50MP primary sensor (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP 3x optical zoom (OIS), the same configuration as the S24 Plus and S24.

Low-Light Photography: New technologies such as double-analysis noise removal and spatial-temporal filtering address common issues in low-light photography. These systems reduce noise at the pixel level and enhance clarity for moving objects, resulting in sharper night photos and videos.

Professional Features: The addition of Galaxy Log and virtual aperture settings in the Pro Video and Expert RAW photo mode allows more control for advanced users. LOG (logarithmic) video is a format that stores more image information in the highlights and the shadows, offering better color editing options.

Virtual aperture in ExpertRAW mode

Generative editing features have been improved for greater accuracy and faster processing, making on-device photo and video editing more efficient.

Improved Audio Features For Video Editing: The new audio eraser tool allows users to isolate or adjust specific sound elements in videos, such as removing background noise while preserving voice clarity.

A New AI-Integrated Operating System

Thanks to Samsung has significantly expanded its AI capabilities with the Galaxy S25, making the devices more intuitive and user-friendly. While the Galaxy S24 introduced Galaxy AI as Samsung’s first global AI platform, the S25 builds on this foundation by embedding AI more deeply into the One UI 7 operating system and user interface.

AI Agents: The S25 Series includes multiple AI agents designed to streamline various tasks. These agents can handle a wide range of functions using natural language input. For example, users can summarize long texts, convert videos into GIFs, and identify audio or visual content with minimal effort. The integration allows for cross-application commands, such as scheduling events in a calendar and sharing them with contacts in one step.

Personal Data Engine: A key new feature is the personal data engine, which learns user behavior, preferences, and routines. This system helps automate repetitive tasks, such as adjusting device settings for better sleep or suggesting contextual routines based on usage patterns.

Contextual Smart Features: Improved search capabilities allow users to locate photos, settings, or information using conversational queries. For instance, users can say, “Show me wedding photos from Pittsburgh,” or “Help me adjust text size,” and the device will respond accordingly. This makes navigating the phone’s features faster and more intuitive.

One UI 7.0 and Software Features

The Galaxy S25 Series debuts One UI 7.0, a redesigned user interface that integrates AI features seamlessly.

Now Brief and Now Bar: These widgets provide real-time updates tailored to user habits, including weather forecasts, calendar events, and news. The interface adjusts throughout the day to offer relevant information at a glance.

Enhanced AI Capabilities: The AI platform can now execute complex, multi-step tasks. For example, users can ask the device to find the next basketball game, add it to the calendar, and notify a contact—all in one command.

SmartThings Integration: The SmartThings ecosystem has been enhanced to provide better control over connected devices. Features like automated routines and contextual suggestions improve the overall user experience.

Sustainability and Security

Samsung has incorporated sustainable practices into the Galaxy S25 Series while enhancing device security.

Circular Battery Supply Chain: Samsung uses recycled materials in its devices and recycles rare elements from old batteries. This initiative reduces waste and supports sustainability goals.

Knox Vault 2: Security has been improved with end-to-end encryption and post-quantum cryptography. This ensures user data is protected against current and future security threats.

Pricing and Availability

Pre-orders for the series begin today, with general availability starting February 7.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium WhiteSilver, Titanium Gray Titanium Black starts at $1299 for the 512GB model. Online colors exclusives are TitaniumPinkGold, Titanium Jetblack and Titanium Jadegreen.

The Galaxy S25 Plus and S25 offer four flavors Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. The S25 Plus starts at $999.99 for the 256GB model and the S25 is priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model. Online color exclusives are Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.

AT&T Deals for the Galaxy S25 series Starting From Today

New and existing AT&T customers can benefit from a broad range of offers.
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for $0 with an eligible trade-in and one of AT&T’s most popular plans. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 are also available for $0 with an eligible trade-in, regardless of the device’s year or condition. Customers can also get a Galaxy Watch and Tab for just $0.99 per month each. Existing Unlimited Your Way customers can access these deals without the need to change or upgrade their plans.

AT&T also offers the option to upgrade devices annually. With the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S25 series device on an AT&T installment plan, customers can add the Next Up Anytime feature and upgrade to the latest Samsung Galaxy every year. Additionally, AT&T customers can enhance their wireless connectivity with AT&T Turbo, available for $7 per month per line on eligible plans.

The Unlimited Your Way plan allows people to mix and match any of AT&T’s best unlimited plans while accessing the best deals.

Pre-orders for these offers begin on Wednesday, January 22, and are available online at att.com, through the myAT&T app, and in stores.

Verizon Deals for the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is available starting at $36.11 per month for 36 months on Verizon Device Payment, with a retail price of $1,299.99 and 0% APR. The Galaxy S25+ starts at $27.77 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $999.99, while the Galaxy S25 starts at $22.22 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $799.99, all offered at 0% APR.

Verizon offers significant savings on the Galaxy S25 series. Both current and new customers can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 at no cost, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, customers can get a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G at no extra charge when purchasing a Galaxy S25 series phone, trading in an eligible device, and signing up for the Unlimited Ultimate plan. Discounts are applied as trade-in credits over 36 months, and the watch and tablet offer requires a new line of service.

For businesses, Verizon also provides great deals. New or current customers adding a line can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 for free with an eligible trade-in and a Business Unlimited plan.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Jan 23

Canon has developed a 410-megapixel full-frame sensor

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Canon announced that it has created a new 410-megapixel, 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor, “the largest number of pixels ever achieved” in a sensor of its size.

Because of the level of detail the new sensor can capture, Canon expects it to be used by”surveillance, medicine and industry,” where there’s demand for “extreme resolution.” With 410 megapixels, Canon’s sensor has a resolution of 24K, 198 times greater than HD, and 12 times greater than 8K. That makes it simple to crop and then enlarge a photo captured by the sensor without losing detail.

Typically, sky-high megapixel counts are limited to cameras with medium-format sensors. But the beauty of Canon cramming this many pixels into 35mm is that it should be able to be used “in combination with lenses for full-frame sensors.”

Canon had to make more than a few design changes to make this happen. The new sensor has a redesigned circuitry pattern and a “back-illuminated stacked formation” where “the pixel segment and signal processing segment are interlayered.” That translates to a readout speed of 3,280 megapixels per second, and video at eight frames per second. A monochrome version of the sensor can bin four pixels together at once to shoot even brighter images and capture “100-megapixel video at 24 frames per second,” Canon says. 

It doesn’t sound like this kind of sensor is going to make it into a consumer camera anytime soon, but the fact this level of miniaturization is possible means one day it could, for the photography sickos who want it.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cameras/canon-has-developed-a-410-megapixel-full-frame-sensor-001851969.html?src=rss

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Jan 23

Canon has developed a 410-megapixel full-frame sensor

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Canon announced that it has created a new 410-megapixel, 35mm full-frame CMOS sensor, “the largest number of pixels ever achieved” in a sensor of its size.

Because of the level of detail the new sensor can capture, Canon expects it to be used by”surveillance, medicine and industry,” where there’s demand for “extreme resolution.” With 410 megapixels, Canon’s sensor has a resolution of 24K, 198 times greater than HD, and 12 times greater than 8K. That makes it simple to crop and then enlarge a photo captured by the sensor without losing detail.

Typically, sky-high megapixel counts are limited to cameras with medium-format sensors. But the beauty of Canon cramming this many pixels into 35mm is that it should be able to be used “in combination with lenses for full-frame sensors.”

Canon had to make more than a few design changes to make this happen. The new sensor has a redesigned circuitry pattern and a “back-illuminated stacked formation” where “the pixel segment and signal processing segment are interlayered.” That translates to a readout speed of 3,280 megapixels per second, and video at eight frames per second. A monochrome version of the sensor can bin four pixels together at once to shoot even brighter images and capture “100-megapixel video at 24 frames per second,” Canon says. 

It doesn’t sound like this kind of sensor is going to make it into a consumer camera anytime soon, but the fact this level of miniaturization is possible means one day it could, for the photography sickos who want it.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/cameras/canon-has-developed-a-410-megapixel-full-frame-sensor-001851969.html?src=rss

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Jan 23

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung has officially announced its latest flagship smartphones—the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25. All models feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor combined with 12GB of RAM, and storage options vary according to each model, from 128GB only for the S25 up to 1TB only for the Ultra version.
Besides Qualcomm’s most powerful new chipset, Samsung’s flagship series includes only a few hardware upgrades and subtle design refinements.

For this year’s S series edition, Samsung focused heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) integration and new software features designed to deliver intuitive and context-aware user experiences.

Design Refinements

Samsung has refined the design of the Galaxy S25 Series, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.

Rounded Edges and Slimmer Bezels: The Ultra model now features slightly rounded edges for improved ergonomics. Bezels have been reduced by 15%, allowing for a larger 6.9-inch display while maintaining the same device footprint.

Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Ultra’s front: The new glass offers improved scratch resistance and anti-reflective properties over the Gorilla Glass Armor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. In addition to enhanced durability, it offers better visibility in various lighting conditions.

Weight Reduction: The Ultra model is 15 grams lighter than its predecessor, offering better balance without compromising durability.

Display

The S25 Ultra Dynamic AMOLED 2X gets a slightly larger display than its predecessor, with the same QHD+ resolution with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Improved Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, uniquely customized in collaboration with Qualcomm, powers the Galaxy S25 Series. This new processor enhances performance across the board.

Processing Capabilities: The 3nm processor delivers a 40% increase in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) performance, a 37% boost in CPU efficiency, and a 30% improvement in GPU capabilities over the previous generation. These enhancements allow the device to handle demanding tasks, including gaming and AI computations, more efficiently.

Advanced Cooling System: A new cooling system features a 40% larger vapor chamber in the S25 Ultra and 15% larger one in the S25 Plus and S25 than the previous generation.

A new tailored Thermal Interface Material (TIM) further improves heat dissipation, enhancing battery life and device longevity. Those improvements ensure sustained performance during intensive use, such as extended gaming sessions.

Battery

The S25 Ultra features an unsurprising 5000 mAh; the S25 Plus gets a 4900 mah capacity, and the S25 is 4000 mAh.

Camera Upgrades

The camera system of the S25 Ultra features a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, complementing the 50MP 5X telephoto, the 10 MP 3X zoom, and the 200MP main camera that are similar to the ones found in the S24 Ultra. All lenses offer Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
This upgrade enhances clarity for wide-angle and macro photography, capturing impressive detail photos taken as close as 2 cm from the subject.

Macro photography captures fine detail thanks to the 50MP Ultrawide camera

The S25 Plus and S25 have a triple rear shooter with a 50MP primary sensor (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP 3x optical zoom (OIS), the same configuration as the S24 Plus and S24.

Low-Light Photography: New technologies such as double-analysis noise removal and spatial-temporal filtering address common issues in low-light photography. These systems reduce noise at the pixel level and enhance clarity for moving objects, resulting in sharper night photos and videos.

Professional Features: The addition of Galaxy Log and virtual aperture settings in the Pro Video and Expert RAW photo mode allows more control for advanced users. LOG (logarithmic) video is a format that stores more image information in the highlights and the shadows, offering better color editing options.

Virtual aperture in ExpertRAW mode

Generative editing features have been improved for greater accuracy and faster processing, making on-device photo and video editing more efficient.

Improved Audio Features For Video Editing: The new audio eraser tool allows users to isolate or adjust specific sound elements in videos, such as removing background noise while preserving voice clarity.

A New AI-Integrated Operating System

Thanks to Samsung has significantly expanded its AI capabilities with the Galaxy S25, making the devices more intuitive and user-friendly. While the Galaxy S24 introduced Galaxy AI as Samsung’s first global AI platform, the S25 builds on this foundation by embedding AI more deeply into the One UI 7 operating system and user interface.

AI Agents: The S25 Series includes multiple AI agents designed to streamline various tasks. These agents can handle a wide range of functions using natural language input. For example, users can summarize long texts, convert videos into GIFs, and identify audio or visual content with minimal effort. The integration allows for cross-application commands, such as scheduling events in a calendar and sharing them with contacts in one step.

Personal Data Engine: A key new feature is the personal data engine, which learns user behavior, preferences, and routines. This system helps automate repetitive tasks, such as adjusting device settings for better sleep or suggesting contextual routines based on usage patterns.

Contextual Smart Features: Improved search capabilities allow users to locate photos, settings, or information using conversational queries. For instance, users can say, “Show me wedding photos from Pittsburgh,” or “Help me adjust text size,” and the device will respond accordingly. This makes navigating the phone’s features faster and more intuitive.

One UI 7.0 and Software Features

The Galaxy S25 Series debuts One UI 7.0, a redesigned user interface that integrates AI features seamlessly.

Now Brief and Now Bar: These widgets provide real-time updates tailored to user habits, including weather forecasts, calendar events, and news. The interface adjusts throughout the day to offer relevant information at a glance.

Enhanced AI Capabilities: The AI platform can now execute complex, multi-step tasks. For example, users can ask the device to find the next basketball game, add it to the calendar, and notify a contact—all in one command.

SmartThings Integration: The SmartThings ecosystem has been enhanced to provide better control over connected devices. Features like automated routines and contextual suggestions improve the overall user experience.

Sustainability and Security

Samsung has incorporated sustainable practices into the Galaxy S25 Series while enhancing device security.

Circular Battery Supply Chain: Samsung uses recycled materials in its devices and recycles rare elements from old batteries. This initiative reduces waste and supports sustainability goals.

Knox Vault 2: Security has been improved with end-to-end encryption and post-quantum cryptography. This ensures user data is protected against current and future security threats.

Pricing and Availability

Pre-orders for the series begin today, with general availability starting February 7.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium WhiteSilver, Titanium Gray Titanium Black starts at $1299 for the 512GB model. Online colors exclusives are TitaniumPinkGold, Titanium Jetblack and Titanium Jadegreen.

The Galaxy S25 Plus and S25 offer four flavors Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. The S25 Plus starts at $999.99 for the 256GB model and the S25 is priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model. Online color exclusives are Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.

AT&T Deals for the Galaxy S25 series Starting From Today

New and existing AT&T customers can benefit from a broad range of offers.
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for $0 with an eligible trade-in and one of AT&T’s most popular plans. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 are also available for $0 with an eligible trade-in, regardless of the device’s year or condition. Customers can also get a Galaxy Watch and Tab for just $0.99 per month each. Existing Unlimited Your Way customers can access these deals without the need to change or upgrade their plans.

AT&T also offers the option to upgrade devices annually. With the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S25 series device on an AT&T installment plan, customers can add the Next Up Anytime feature and upgrade to the latest Samsung Galaxy every year. Additionally, AT&T customers can enhance their wireless connectivity with AT&T Turbo, available for $7 per month per line on eligible plans.

The Unlimited Your Way plan allows people to mix and match any of AT&T’s best unlimited plans while accessing the best deals.

Pre-orders for these offers begin on Wednesday, January 22, and are available online at att.com, through the myAT&T app, and in stores.

Verizon Deals for the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is available starting at $36.11 per month for 36 months on Verizon Device Payment, with a retail price of $1,299.99 and 0% APR. The Galaxy S25+ starts at $27.77 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $999.99, while the Galaxy S25 starts at $22.22 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $799.99, all offered at 0% APR.

Verizon offers significant savings on the Galaxy S25 series. Both current and new customers can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 at no cost, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, customers can get a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G at no extra charge when purchasing a Galaxy S25 series phone, trading in an eligible device, and signing up for the Unlimited Ultimate plan. Discounts are applied as trade-in credits over 36 months, and the watch and tablet offer requires a new line of service.

For businesses, Verizon also provides great deals. New or current customers adding a line can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 for free with an eligible trade-in and a Business Unlimited plan.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung has officially announced its latest flagship smartphones—the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25. All models feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor combined with 12GB of RAM, and storage options vary according to each model, from 128GB only for the S25 up to 1TB only for the Ultra version.
Besides Qualcomm’s most powerful new chipset, Samsung’s flagship series includes only a few hardware upgrades and subtle design refinements.

For this year’s S series edition, Samsung focused heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) integration and new software features designed to deliver intuitive and context-aware user experiences.

Design Refinements

Samsung has refined the design of the Galaxy S25 Series, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.

Rounded Edges and Slimmer Bezels: The Ultra model now features slightly rounded edges for improved ergonomics. Bezels have been reduced by 15%, allowing for a larger 6.9-inch display while maintaining the same device footprint.

Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Ultra’s front: The new glass offers improved scratch resistance and anti-reflective properties over the Gorilla Glass Armor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. In addition to enhanced durability, it offers better visibility in various lighting conditions.

Weight Reduction: The Ultra model is 15 grams lighter than its predecessor, offering better balance without compromising durability.

Display

The S25 Ultra Dynamic AMOLED 2X gets a slightly larger display than its predecessor, with the same QHD+ resolution with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Improved Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, uniquely customized in collaboration with Qualcomm, powers the Galaxy S25 Series. This new processor enhances performance across the board.

Processing Capabilities: The 3nm processor delivers a 40% increase in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) performance, a 37% boost in CPU efficiency, and a 30% improvement in GPU capabilities over the previous generation. These enhancements allow the device to handle demanding tasks, including gaming and AI computations, more efficiently.

Advanced Cooling System: A new cooling system features a 40% larger vapor chamber in the S25 Ultra and 15% larger one in the S25 Plus and S25 than the previous generation.

A new tailored Thermal Interface Material (TIM) further improves heat dissipation, enhancing battery life and device longevity. Those improvements ensure sustained performance during intensive use, such as extended gaming sessions.

Battery

The S25 Ultra features an unsurprising 5000 mAh; the S25 Plus gets a 4900 mah capacity, and the S25 is 4000 mAh.

Camera Upgrades

The camera system of the S25 Ultra features a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, complementing the 50MP 5X telephoto, the 10 MP 3X zoom, and the 200MP main camera that are similar to the ones found in the S24 Ultra. All lenses offer Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
This upgrade enhances clarity for wide-angle and macro photography, capturing impressive detail photos taken as close as 2 cm from the subject.

Macro photography captures fine detail thanks to the 50MP Ultrawide camera

The S25 Plus and S25 have a triple rear shooter with a 50MP primary sensor (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP 3x optical zoom (OIS), the same configuration as the S24 Plus and S24.

Low-Light Photography: New technologies such as double-analysis noise removal and spatial-temporal filtering address common issues in low-light photography. These systems reduce noise at the pixel level and enhance clarity for moving objects, resulting in sharper night photos and videos.

Professional Features: The addition of Galaxy Log and virtual aperture settings in the Pro Video and Expert RAW photo mode allows more control for advanced users. LOG (logarithmic) video is a format that stores more image information in the highlights and the shadows, offering better color editing options.

Virtual aperture in ExpertRAW mode

Generative editing features have been improved for greater accuracy and faster processing, making on-device photo and video editing more efficient.

Improved Audio Features For Video Editing: The new audio eraser tool allows users to isolate or adjust specific sound elements in videos, such as removing background noise while preserving voice clarity.

A New AI-Integrated Operating System

Thanks to Samsung has significantly expanded its AI capabilities with the Galaxy S25, making the devices more intuitive and user-friendly. While the Galaxy S24 introduced Galaxy AI as Samsung’s first global AI platform, the S25 builds on this foundation by embedding AI more deeply into the One UI 7 operating system and user interface.

AI Agents: The S25 Series includes multiple AI agents designed to streamline various tasks. These agents can handle a wide range of functions using natural language input. For example, users can summarize long texts, convert videos into GIFs, and identify audio or visual content with minimal effort. The integration allows for cross-application commands, such as scheduling events in a calendar and sharing them with contacts in one step.

Personal Data Engine: A key new feature is the personal data engine, which learns user behavior, preferences, and routines. This system helps automate repetitive tasks, such as adjusting device settings for better sleep or suggesting contextual routines based on usage patterns.

Contextual Smart Features: Improved search capabilities allow users to locate photos, settings, or information using conversational queries. For instance, users can say, “Show me wedding photos from Pittsburgh,” or “Help me adjust text size,” and the device will respond accordingly. This makes navigating the phone’s features faster and more intuitive.

One UI 7.0 and Software Features

The Galaxy S25 Series debuts One UI 7.0, a redesigned user interface that integrates AI features seamlessly.

Now Brief and Now Bar: These widgets provide real-time updates tailored to user habits, including weather forecasts, calendar events, and news. The interface adjusts throughout the day to offer relevant information at a glance.

Enhanced AI Capabilities: The AI platform can now execute complex, multi-step tasks. For example, users can ask the device to find the next basketball game, add it to the calendar, and notify a contact—all in one command.

SmartThings Integration: The SmartThings ecosystem has been enhanced to provide better control over connected devices. Features like automated routines and contextual suggestions improve the overall user experience.

Sustainability and Security

Samsung has incorporated sustainable practices into the Galaxy S25 Series while enhancing device security.

Circular Battery Supply Chain: Samsung uses recycled materials in its devices and recycles rare elements from old batteries. This initiative reduces waste and supports sustainability goals.

Knox Vault 2: Security has been improved with end-to-end encryption and post-quantum cryptography. This ensures user data is protected against current and future security threats.

Pricing and Availability

Pre-orders for the series begin today, with general availability starting February 7.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium WhiteSilver, Titanium Gray Titanium Black starts at $1299 for the 512GB model. Online colors exclusives are TitaniumPinkGold, Titanium Jetblack and Titanium Jadegreen.

The Galaxy S25 Plus and S25 offer four flavors Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. The S25 Plus starts at $999.99 for the 256GB model and the S25 is priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model. Online color exclusives are Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.

AT&T Deals for the Galaxy S25 series Starting From Today

New and existing AT&T customers can benefit from a broad range of offers.
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for $0 with an eligible trade-in and one of AT&T’s most popular plans. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 are also available for $0 with an eligible trade-in, regardless of the device’s year or condition. Customers can also get a Galaxy Watch and Tab for just $0.99 per month each. Existing Unlimited Your Way customers can access these deals without the need to change or upgrade their plans.

AT&T also offers the option to upgrade devices annually. With the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S25 series device on an AT&T installment plan, customers can add the Next Up Anytime feature and upgrade to the latest Samsung Galaxy every year. Additionally, AT&T customers can enhance their wireless connectivity with AT&T Turbo, available for $7 per month per line on eligible plans.

The Unlimited Your Way plan allows people to mix and match any of AT&T’s best unlimited plans while accessing the best deals.

Pre-orders for these offers begin on Wednesday, January 22, and are available online at att.com, through the myAT&T app, and in stores.

Verizon Deals for the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is available starting at $36.11 per month for 36 months on Verizon Device Payment, with a retail price of $1,299.99 and 0% APR. The Galaxy S25+ starts at $27.77 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $999.99, while the Galaxy S25 starts at $22.22 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $799.99, all offered at 0% APR.

Verizon offers significant savings on the Galaxy S25 series. Both current and new customers can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 at no cost, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, customers can get a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G at no extra charge when purchasing a Galaxy S25 series phone, trading in an eligible device, and signing up for the Unlimited Ultimate plan. Discounts are applied as trade-in credits over 36 months, and the watch and tablet offer requires a new line of service.

For businesses, Verizon also provides great deals. New or current customers adding a line can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 for free with an eligible trade-in and a Business Unlimited plan.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Jan 23

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung has officially announced its latest flagship smartphones—the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25. All models feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor combined with 12GB of RAM, and storage options vary according to each model, from 128GB only for the S25 up to 1TB only for the Ultra version.
Besides Qualcomm’s most powerful new chipset, Samsung’s flagship series includes only a few hardware upgrades and subtle design refinements.

For this year’s S series edition, Samsung focused heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) integration and new software features designed to deliver intuitive and context-aware user experiences.

Design Refinements

Samsung has refined the design of the Galaxy S25 Series, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.

Rounded Edges and Slimmer Bezels: The Ultra model now features slightly rounded edges for improved ergonomics. Bezels have been reduced by 15%, allowing for a larger 6.9-inch display while maintaining the same device footprint.

Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Ultra’s front: The new glass offers improved scratch resistance and anti-reflective properties over the Gorilla Glass Armor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. In addition to enhanced durability, it offers better visibility in various lighting conditions.

Weight Reduction: The Ultra model is 15 grams lighter than its predecessor, offering better balance without compromising durability.

Display

The S25 Ultra Dynamic AMOLED 2X gets a slightly larger display than its predecessor, with the same QHD+ resolution with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Improved Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, uniquely customized in collaboration with Qualcomm, powers the Galaxy S25 Series. This new processor enhances performance across the board.

Processing Capabilities: The 3nm processor delivers a 40% increase in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) performance, a 37% boost in CPU efficiency, and a 30% improvement in GPU capabilities over the previous generation. These enhancements allow the device to handle demanding tasks, including gaming and AI computations, more efficiently.

Advanced Cooling System: A new cooling system features a 40% larger vapor chamber in the S25 Ultra and 15% larger one in the S25 Plus and S25 than the previous generation.

A new tailored Thermal Interface Material (TIM) further improves heat dissipation, enhancing battery life and device longevity. Those improvements ensure sustained performance during intensive use, such as extended gaming sessions.

Battery

The S25 Ultra features an unsurprising 5000 mAh; the S25 Plus gets a 4900 mah capacity, and the S25 is 4000 mAh.

Camera Upgrades

The camera system of the S25 Ultra features a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, complementing the 50MP 5X telephoto, the 10 MP 3X zoom, and the 200MP main camera that are similar to the ones found in the S24 Ultra. All lenses offer Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
This upgrade enhances clarity for wide-angle and macro photography, capturing impressive detail photos taken as close as 2 cm from the subject.

Macro photography captures fine detail thanks to the 50MP Ultrawide camera

The S25 Plus and S25 have a triple rear shooter with a 50MP primary sensor (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP 3x optical zoom (OIS), the same configuration as the S24 Plus and S24.

Low-Light Photography: New technologies such as double-analysis noise removal and spatial-temporal filtering address common issues in low-light photography. These systems reduce noise at the pixel level and enhance clarity for moving objects, resulting in sharper night photos and videos.

Professional Features: The addition of Galaxy Log and virtual aperture settings in the Pro Video and Expert RAW photo mode allows more control for advanced users. LOG (logarithmic) video is a format that stores more image information in the highlights and the shadows, offering better color editing options.

Virtual aperture in ExpertRAW mode

Generative editing features have been improved for greater accuracy and faster processing, making on-device photo and video editing more efficient.

Improved Audio Features For Video Editing: The new audio eraser tool allows users to isolate or adjust specific sound elements in videos, such as removing background noise while preserving voice clarity.

A New AI-Integrated Operating System

Thanks to Samsung has significantly expanded its AI capabilities with the Galaxy S25, making the devices more intuitive and user-friendly. While the Galaxy S24 introduced Galaxy AI as Samsung’s first global AI platform, the S25 builds on this foundation by embedding AI more deeply into the One UI 7 operating system and user interface.

AI Agents: The S25 Series includes multiple AI agents designed to streamline various tasks. These agents can handle a wide range of functions using natural language input. For example, users can summarize long texts, convert videos into GIFs, and identify audio or visual content with minimal effort. The integration allows for cross-application commands, such as scheduling events in a calendar and sharing them with contacts in one step.

Personal Data Engine: A key new feature is the personal data engine, which learns user behavior, preferences, and routines. This system helps automate repetitive tasks, such as adjusting device settings for better sleep or suggesting contextual routines based on usage patterns.

Contextual Smart Features: Improved search capabilities allow users to locate photos, settings, or information using conversational queries. For instance, users can say, “Show me wedding photos from Pittsburgh,” or “Help me adjust text size,” and the device will respond accordingly. This makes navigating the phone’s features faster and more intuitive.

One UI 7.0 and Software Features

The Galaxy S25 Series debuts One UI 7.0, a redesigned user interface that integrates AI features seamlessly.

Now Brief and Now Bar: These widgets provide real-time updates tailored to user habits, including weather forecasts, calendar events, and news. The interface adjusts throughout the day to offer relevant information at a glance.

Enhanced AI Capabilities: The AI platform can now execute complex, multi-step tasks. For example, users can ask the device to find the next basketball game, add it to the calendar, and notify a contact—all in one command.

SmartThings Integration: The SmartThings ecosystem has been enhanced to provide better control over connected devices. Features like automated routines and contextual suggestions improve the overall user experience.

Sustainability and Security

Samsung has incorporated sustainable practices into the Galaxy S25 Series while enhancing device security.

Circular Battery Supply Chain: Samsung uses recycled materials in its devices and recycles rare elements from old batteries. This initiative reduces waste and supports sustainability goals.

Knox Vault 2: Security has been improved with end-to-end encryption and post-quantum cryptography. This ensures user data is protected against current and future security threats.

Pricing and Availability

Pre-orders for the series begin today, with general availability starting February 7.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium WhiteSilver, Titanium Gray Titanium Black starts at $1299 for the 512GB model. Online colors exclusives are TitaniumPinkGold, Titanium Jetblack and Titanium Jadegreen.

The Galaxy S25 Plus and S25 offer four flavors Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. The S25 Plus starts at $999.99 for the 256GB model and the S25 is priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model. Online color exclusives are Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.

AT&T Deals for the Galaxy S25 series Starting From Today

New and existing AT&T customers can benefit from a broad range of offers.
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for $0 with an eligible trade-in and one of AT&T’s most popular plans. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 are also available for $0 with an eligible trade-in, regardless of the device’s year or condition. Customers can also get a Galaxy Watch and Tab for just $0.99 per month each. Existing Unlimited Your Way customers can access these deals without the need to change or upgrade their plans.

AT&T also offers the option to upgrade devices annually. With the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S25 series device on an AT&T installment plan, customers can add the Next Up Anytime feature and upgrade to the latest Samsung Galaxy every year. Additionally, AT&T customers can enhance their wireless connectivity with AT&T Turbo, available for $7 per month per line on eligible plans.

The Unlimited Your Way plan allows people to mix and match any of AT&T’s best unlimited plans while accessing the best deals.

Pre-orders for these offers begin on Wednesday, January 22, and are available online at att.com, through the myAT&T app, and in stores.

Verizon Deals for the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is available starting at $36.11 per month for 36 months on Verizon Device Payment, with a retail price of $1,299.99 and 0% APR. The Galaxy S25+ starts at $27.77 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $999.99, while the Galaxy S25 starts at $22.22 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $799.99, all offered at 0% APR.

Verizon offers significant savings on the Galaxy S25 series. Both current and new customers can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 at no cost, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, customers can get a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G at no extra charge when purchasing a Galaxy S25 series phone, trading in an eligible device, and signing up for the Unlimited Ultimate plan. Discounts are applied as trade-in credits over 36 months, and the watch and tablet offer requires a new line of service.

For businesses, Verizon also provides great deals. New or current customers adding a line can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 for free with an eligible trade-in and a Business Unlimited plan.

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Jan 23

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series, Improved Performance, A New 50MP Ultrawide Camera For The Ultra, And Deeper AI Integration

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Samsung has officially announced its latest flagship smartphones—the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25. All models feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor combined with 12GB of RAM, and storage options vary according to each model, from 128GB only for the S25 up to 1TB only for the Ultra version.
Besides Qualcomm’s most powerful new chipset, Samsung’s flagship series includes only a few hardware upgrades and subtle design refinements.

For this year’s S series edition, Samsung focused heavily on artificial intelligence (AI) integration and new software features designed to deliver intuitive and context-aware user experiences.

Design Refinements

Samsung has refined the design of the Galaxy S25 Series, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality.

Rounded Edges and Slimmer Bezels: The Ultra model now features slightly rounded edges for improved ergonomics. Bezels have been reduced by 15%, allowing for a larger 6.9-inch display while maintaining the same device footprint.

Corning Gorilla Glass Armor 2 on the Ultra’s front: The new glass offers improved scratch resistance and anti-reflective properties over the Gorilla Glass Armor found in the Galaxy S24 Ultra. In addition to enhanced durability, it offers better visibility in various lighting conditions.

Weight Reduction: The Ultra model is 15 grams lighter than its predecessor, offering better balance without compromising durability.

Display

The S25 Ultra Dynamic AMOLED 2X gets a slightly larger display than its predecessor, with the same QHD+ resolution with a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate.

Improved Performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, uniquely customized in collaboration with Qualcomm, powers the Galaxy S25 Series. This new processor enhances performance across the board.

Processing Capabilities: The 3nm processor delivers a 40% increase in Neural Processing Unit (NPU) performance, a 37% boost in CPU efficiency, and a 30% improvement in GPU capabilities over the previous generation. These enhancements allow the device to handle demanding tasks, including gaming and AI computations, more efficiently.

Advanced Cooling System: A new cooling system features a 40% larger vapor chamber in the S25 Ultra and 15% larger one in the S25 Plus and S25 than the previous generation.

A new tailored Thermal Interface Material (TIM) further improves heat dissipation, enhancing battery life and device longevity. Those improvements ensure sustained performance during intensive use, such as extended gaming sessions.

Battery

The S25 Ultra features an unsurprising 5000 mAh; the S25 Plus gets a 4900 mah capacity, and the S25 is 4000 mAh.

Camera Upgrades

The camera system of the S25 Ultra features a new 50MP ultra-wide lens, complementing the 50MP 5X telephoto, the 10 MP 3X zoom, and the 200MP main camera that are similar to the ones found in the S24 Ultra. All lenses offer Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).
This upgrade enhances clarity for wide-angle and macro photography, capturing impressive detail photos taken as close as 2 cm from the subject.

Macro photography captures fine detail thanks to the 50MP Ultrawide camera

The S25 Plus and S25 have a triple rear shooter with a 50MP primary sensor (OIS), a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP 3x optical zoom (OIS), the same configuration as the S24 Plus and S24.

Low-Light Photography: New technologies such as double-analysis noise removal and spatial-temporal filtering address common issues in low-light photography. These systems reduce noise at the pixel level and enhance clarity for moving objects, resulting in sharper night photos and videos.

Professional Features: The addition of Galaxy Log and virtual aperture settings in the Pro Video and Expert RAW photo mode allows more control for advanced users. LOG (logarithmic) video is a format that stores more image information in the highlights and the shadows, offering better color editing options.

Virtual aperture in ExpertRAW mode

Generative editing features have been improved for greater accuracy and faster processing, making on-device photo and video editing more efficient.

Improved Audio Features For Video Editing: The new audio eraser tool allows users to isolate or adjust specific sound elements in videos, such as removing background noise while preserving voice clarity.

A New AI-Integrated Operating System

Thanks to Samsung has significantly expanded its AI capabilities with the Galaxy S25, making the devices more intuitive and user-friendly. While the Galaxy S24 introduced Galaxy AI as Samsung’s first global AI platform, the S25 builds on this foundation by embedding AI more deeply into the One UI 7 operating system and user interface.

AI Agents: The S25 Series includes multiple AI agents designed to streamline various tasks. These agents can handle a wide range of functions using natural language input. For example, users can summarize long texts, convert videos into GIFs, and identify audio or visual content with minimal effort. The integration allows for cross-application commands, such as scheduling events in a calendar and sharing them with contacts in one step.

Personal Data Engine: A key new feature is the personal data engine, which learns user behavior, preferences, and routines. This system helps automate repetitive tasks, such as adjusting device settings for better sleep or suggesting contextual routines based on usage patterns.

Contextual Smart Features: Improved search capabilities allow users to locate photos, settings, or information using conversational queries. For instance, users can say, “Show me wedding photos from Pittsburgh,” or “Help me adjust text size,” and the device will respond accordingly. This makes navigating the phone’s features faster and more intuitive.

One UI 7.0 and Software Features

The Galaxy S25 Series debuts One UI 7.0, a redesigned user interface that integrates AI features seamlessly.

Now Brief and Now Bar: These widgets provide real-time updates tailored to user habits, including weather forecasts, calendar events, and news. The interface adjusts throughout the day to offer relevant information at a glance.

Enhanced AI Capabilities: The AI platform can now execute complex, multi-step tasks. For example, users can ask the device to find the next basketball game, add it to the calendar, and notify a contact—all in one command.

SmartThings Integration: The SmartThings ecosystem has been enhanced to provide better control over connected devices. Features like automated routines and contextual suggestions improve the overall user experience.

Sustainability and Security

Samsung has incorporated sustainable practices into the Galaxy S25 Series while enhancing device security.

Circular Battery Supply Chain: Samsung uses recycled materials in its devices and recycles rare elements from old batteries. This initiative reduces waste and supports sustainability goals.

Knox Vault 2: Security has been improved with end-to-end encryption and post-quantum cryptography. This ensures user data is protected against current and future security threats.

Pricing and Availability

Pre-orders for the series begin today, with general availability starting February 7.

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in Titanium Silverblue, Titanium WhiteSilver, Titanium Gray Titanium Black starts at $1299 for the 512GB model. Online colors exclusives are TitaniumPinkGold, Titanium Jetblack and Titanium Jadegreen.

The Galaxy S25 Plus and S25 offer four flavors Navy, Icyblue, Mint, and Silver Shadow. The S25 Plus starts at $999.99 for the 256GB model and the S25 is priced at $799.99 for the 128GB model. Online color exclusives are Blueblack, Coralred, and Pinkgold.

AT&T Deals for the Galaxy S25 series Starting From Today

New and existing AT&T customers can benefit from a broad range of offers.
The new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is available for $0 with an eligible trade-in and one of AT&T’s most popular plans. Additionally, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Galaxy S25 are also available for $0 with an eligible trade-in, regardless of the device’s year or condition. Customers can also get a Galaxy Watch and Tab for just $0.99 per month each. Existing Unlimited Your Way customers can access these deals without the need to change or upgrade their plans.

AT&T also offers the option to upgrade devices annually. With the purchase of a Samsung Galaxy S25 series device on an AT&T installment plan, customers can add the Next Up Anytime feature and upgrade to the latest Samsung Galaxy every year. Additionally, AT&T customers can enhance their wireless connectivity with AT&T Turbo, available for $7 per month per line on eligible plans.

The Unlimited Your Way plan allows people to mix and match any of AT&T’s best unlimited plans while accessing the best deals.

Pre-orders for these offers begin on Wednesday, January 22, and are available online at att.com, through the myAT&T app, and in stores.

Verizon Deals for the Galaxy S25 series

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is available starting at $36.11 per month for 36 months on Verizon Device Payment, with a retail price of $1,299.99 and 0% APR. The Galaxy S25+ starts at $27.77 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $999.99, while the Galaxy S25 starts at $22.22 per month for 36 months with a retail price of $799.99, all offered at 0% APR.

Verizon offers significant savings on the Galaxy S25 series. Both current and new customers can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 at no cost, or $1,000 off a Galaxy S25 Ultra. Additionally, customers can get a Galaxy Watch7 or Galaxy Tab S9 FE 5G at no extra charge when purchasing a Galaxy S25 series phone, trading in an eligible device, and signing up for the Unlimited Ultimate plan. Discounts are applied as trade-in credits over 36 months, and the watch and tablet offer requires a new line of service.

For businesses, Verizon also provides great deals. New or current customers adding a line can receive a Galaxy S25+ or Galaxy S25 for free with an eligible trade-in and a Business Unlimited plan.

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The Galaxy S25 Edge Debut At Unpacked: Samsung’s Answer To Apple’s Rumored Slim Phone

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Earlier today, I attended the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Series at Unpacked, where the Galaxy S25 Ultra stole the show. Samsung saved a surprise for the end of the event, unveiling the Galaxy S25 Edge, its long-rumored slim phone. After pushing through a massive crowd of journalists, I managed to snap a few photos of the device, showcased on a table in the demo room.

The name “Galaxy S25 Edge” is reminiscent of the first Galaxy Note Edge unveiled at IFA 2014, and the Galaxy S6 Edge launched in March 2015. Those smartphones pioneered curved displays and set the industry standard for nearly a decade until Samsung returned to flat screens with last year’s Galaxy S24.

While many smartphone enthusiasts cheered the return of flat screens, I prefer the elegant aesthetics of curved displays. Fortunately for those fans, despite its name, the S25 Edge features a flat design and an impressively slim profile, making it Samsung’s thinnest device yet.

The Galaxy S25 Edge is the nemesis of Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17 Air, a slim phone rumored to launch later this year. Speculation suggests Samsung’s sleek device, unveiled today as the Galaxy Edge, could hit the market as early as April.

In November, we reported on Mark Gurman’s Bloomberg article detailing the approximate dimensions of the iPhone 17 Air. At just 6.25mm thick—2mm thinner than the iPhone 16 Pro—it is set to become Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever, even slimmer than the iPhone 6, which measured 6.9mm. More recent speculation by Ming-Chi Kuo suggests that Apple’s slim iPhone could be even thinner than expected, possibly as slim as 5.5mm at its thinnest point!

Apple’s innovation lies in its custom 5G modem chip, which is more compact than Qualcomm’s chips due to better integration with other components. This innovative design saves internal space without sacrificing battery life, camera quality, or display performance. The iPhone 17 Air is rumored to feature a 6.6-inch display and a single-lens rear camera, positioned as an ultrathin alternative in the lineup. It is expected to launch in September and is rumored to either replace the iPhone 16 Plus or enter the market as a new high-end device.

At Unpacked, Samsung was tight-lipped about the Galaxy S25 Edge’s exact specifications, including its thickness. While I couldn’t get directly in front of the device, I can confirm it looked incredibly thin and featured two rear cameras—one more than its rumored Apple competitor.

The only official information Samsung shared came in the closing moments of the presentation. A voice from the loudspeaker declared:
“Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the show isn’t over. A culmination of our most innovative technology packed into a form that’s sleek, powerful, and unlike anything you’ve seen before: introducing the Galaxy S25 Edge.”

The Galaxy S25 Edge Debut At Unpacked: Samsung’s Answer To Apple’s Rumored Slim Phone

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