Samsung Launches Ultra-Thin New 'Galaxy S25 Edge' Smartphone
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Samsunghas updated its Galaxy S lineup with the introduction of the Galaxy S25 Edge, a new version of itsGalaxy S25flagship phone that packs many of the same features – including the same powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor – in a slimmed down body.
The South Korean brand describes its new device as a 'compact smartphone' and 'first-of-its-kind'. Indeed, the Galaxy S25 Edge is Samsung's slimmest smartphone yet and measures in at just 5.8 millimeters thin. It features a refined, modern design that includes a frame made from titanium, a metal with a high strength-to-weight ratio that makes the Galaxy S25 Edge both durable and incredibly lightweight at only 163 grams. Adding to the device's sturdiness, Samsung partnered with materials science company Corning and used one of its latest innovative materials for the phone's display: 'Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2', as it's known, hasn't been used in a smartphone before now and it's described as being highly durable with 'crack deflection capabilities' owing to its unique composition.
The Galaxy S25 Edge features a 6.7-inch dynamic AMOLED 2X display that is enhanced by Samsung's proprietary Adaptive Vision Booster technology. It has a total of 3120 x 1440 pixels (Quad HD+), putting its resolution in between 2K (2048 × 1080 pixels) and 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels) displays, with an adaptive refresh rate that ranges between 1Hz to 120Hz helping to prolong battery life.
Unlike the other phones in the S25 series, the Edge features only two rear cameras – a 200MP main and a 12 MP ultra-wide – though this is unsurprising given the how slim it is in comparison. It also has a 12 MP front-facing selfie camera, but notably it lacks a dedicated telephoto camera.
Samsung'sGalaxy AIis included, too, and the brand has stated that it has been 'integrated at almost every touchpoint' from simple tasks to being supported natively in various third-party applications.
The Galaxy S25 Edge isavailable nowwith two storage options, 256GB or 512GB, and a range of colors including 'Titanium Silver', 'Titanium Jetblack' and 'Titanium Icyblue'. Prices start at £1,099 GBP / $1,099.99 USD.
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As an Android fan first and foremost, if it were me, I'd just grab the OnePlus Pad 3 and call it a day — if you can fit it into your budget, you can't really go wrong. OnePlus Pad 3 MSRP: $699.99 Flagship-killing tablet. The OnePlus Pad 3 is a true step into the flagship tablet race, pairing Qualcomm's best chipset with an upgraded design and some of our favorite tablet software features in the business. See price at AmazonSee price at OnePlus Positives Vibrant 165Hz display Vibrant 165Hz display Premium, versatile design Premium, versatile design Phenomenal battery life Phenomenal battery life Blisteringly fast charging Blisteringly fast charging Elite performance Elite performance Punchy speakers Cons Rising price tag Rising price tag Limited Android version updates Limited Android version updates Basic front camera Basic front camera No fingerprint biometrics
