The Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus prioritize AI features and software refinements over significant hardware changes, making them a more iterative upgrade compared to the previous generation.
The Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus, announced alongside the redesigned Galaxy S25 Ultra, seem to be a step back from the AI-driven S24 series. While Samsung promises smarter and sometimes faster AI, the hardware upgrades are minimal. The headline changes include Qualcomm's custom-tuned Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, a standard 12GB of RAM across all models, and Qi2 Ready charging capabilities with official Samsung cases.
The displays, cameras, and dimensions remain largely unchanged from the previous generation.Despite the lack of significant hardware changes, Samsung maintains its price points, starting at $799.99 for the S25 and $999.99 for the Plus model. Preorders are open now, with a full launch scheduled for February 7th. Samsung continues its commitment to seven generations of Android updates and seven years of security support. The phones are also lighter and slightly thinner than their predecessors.However, the focus on software updates and AI features might not be enough to entice upgrades. Many of these features, like suggested actions, daily summaries, and AI-powered editing tools, are not entirely new and have existed in various forms before. The new AI assistant, based on Google Gemini, offers natural language control and can work across multiple apps, but its full potential remains untested until a more in-depth review. Ultimately, the S25 and S25 Plus feel like a cautious step forward, prioritizing software refinements and AI integration over groundbreaking hardware changes. Samsung's reliance on AI and software features might leave some users wanting more tangible upgrades
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