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Economic Times
6 days ago
- Economic Times
Apple teases stunning all-glass iPhone design - sleek, futuristic, concept that looks straight out of Sci-Fi
Apple's patent reveals a potential all-glass iPhone design, creating a seamless appearance with curved edges. The design aims for a visually and tactilely unified feel, possibly incorporating touch controls on the curved edges for functions like volume and Wi-Fi. While intriguing, its release remains uncertain, as Apple patents don't always materialize into actual products. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads All-glass design illusion Curved edges could add new controls Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads FAQs Most iPhones today are already glass on the front and back but have a metal frame in between. Apple has a new patent showing a design that makes the iPhone look fully made of glass. Apple has explored this idea before, but this patent gives the clearest look yet at what such a phone might be design is not literally all glass, because that's not practical right now — instead, it uses design tricks to give the illusion of a single glass block. The patent talks about a 'six-sided glass enclosure' with a first glass sheet on the front that curves over all four edges, replacing the normal metal sides. This curved glass front would connect to a second glass sheet at the back, sandwiching the phone's internal parts inside, as per the tom's guide wants the design to feel 'visually and tactilely seamless', so users wouldn't notice where one piece of glass ends and the other begins. However, the patent admits the phone might still be built from multiple glass panels joined together, not a single wraparound piece, because making such large curved glass parts is very curved edges wouldn't just be for looks — they could also display extra information and respond to touch controls. Patent drawings show touch areas for volume control, Wi-Fi, and Airplane mode. This could be a new way to access the Control Center, replacing the usual swipe-down menu, according to the report by tom's might also add other functions like media controls, navigation buttons, or features similar to the Samsung Galaxy Edge display from years ago. The patent says the design will include holes for microphones and speakers, so these parts won't be hidden under the glass like Face ID sensors might be in the parts of this design are similar to rumors about the iPhone 20, but there's no proof that Apple will actually release this all-glass version. Apple files many patents, and not all of them turn into real products. This design could change or be canceled after testing, as stated in the report by tom's now, Apple fans are still waiting for the iPhone 17 launch , expected at an event rumored for September 9. If this all-glass concept is ever released, it could be the most futuristic iPhone ever, making people wonder what the iPhone of 2035 might be able to do, as mentioned by tom's patent shows an iPhone that looks fully made of glass with curved edges, creating a seamless no confirmation yet; Apple files many patents and not all become real products.
Forbes
07-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Samsung Teases New Galaxy S25 Edge Discount Before Launch
A Samsung Galaxy Edge smartphone next to the Samsung Galaxy 23 and Samsung Galaxy 24 smartphones. ... More Photographer: Michaela Vatcheva/Bloomberg © 2025 Bloomberg Finance LP After launching one of its best Galaxy S25 Ultra deals yet, Samsung has teased the upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge with a pre-release discount offer. The offer, which is being emailed to registered Samsung users, knocks £100 ($133.65) off the Galaxy S25 Edge. The deal comes in two parts. First, people registered to receive Samsung marketing emails will get a £50-off ($60.85) voucher code (I received this in the U.K.). The second part knocks £100 off the Edge if shoppers pay a £50 reservation fee, which amounts to an overall £50 discount. Samsung says the first £50 voucher can be used with this reservation discount, knocking a total of £100 off the new handset. Forbes Samsung Brings Back Galaxy S24 Ultra With New Low Price By Janhoi McGregor Samsung doesn't directly name the Galaxy S25 Edge, but this offer is almost certainly related to the new ultra-slim phone. The dates mentioned in the deal, specifically paying the deposit by May 9th, line up with leaks that say the Galaxy S25 Edge will land this month. Samsung is sending voucher codes for the Galaxy S25 Edge. Samsung Before the Galaxy S25 series landed in January, Samsung made a similar $50 reservation gift offer to prospective buyers who completed a survey. The difference was that the $50 could only be used as store credit if the one of the Galaxy S25 models was eventually bought. There doesn't appear to be a similar stipulation in this Galaxy S25 Edge promotion. Samsung also promised up to $1,250 in 'additional savings,' which amounted to a mix of trade-in pricing, store credit, money off accessories and a free double storage offer. Samsung hasn't mentioned a big figure pre-release deal for the Edge yet, despite how close the launch is. Forbes Your Apple iPhone 16 Is Suddenly More Valuable By Janhoi McGregor That doesn't mean it won't, though. This is a new(ish—Samsung released an 'Edge' phone back in 2014) phone line from Samsung and that could mean some aggressive pricing to make it attractive to weary buyers. How deep the pre-order deal goes will tell us how seriously Samsung is taking the Galaxy S25 Edge. The main S25 line is the company's iPhone-killing flagship, but where does the S25 Edge fit in? Will Samsung pull out its most enticing discounts to tempt people away from the rumored iPhone 17 Air? Or will the Edge join the many other handsets in the Korean company's ever-expanding lineup of smartphones that are quickly forgotten after launch? We'll know more in a few weeks. Hit the follow button below to stay up-to-date on Galaxy S25 Edge news. Forbes Google Slashes Pixel 9 Pro XL Price In New Mother's Day Deal By Janhoi McGregor
