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Phone Arena
2 days ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Will the iPhone 17 Air beat the Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Galaxy S25 Edge is officially out (check out our Galaxy S25 Edge review) after months of leaks and rumors. Samsung's take on the thin flagship idea comes with its shortcomings but might also be a harbinger of what's to come in the industry. Now, there's a kind of déjà vu feeling when I sit and construct this piece of writing about the upcoming iPhone 17 Air. Samsung and Apple have been intertwined for so long in this dichotomy, especially in the US, that they almost feel like two versions of the same thing. And that's how the iPhone 17 Air feels compared to the Galaxy S25 Edge . We can argue egg-before-chicken all we want, but there are more pressing, pragmatic matters to be addressed. Well, besides the grand question, do we really need a few millimeters thinner flagships that cost hundreds more. Who's this phone for? What is it aiming to actually do? Will people buy it? Let's try and answer all of those questions. Apple's take on the thin flagship The iPhone 17 Air next to the iPhone 17 Pro | Image credit — Majin Bu The iPhone 17 Air follows the same design philosophy the S25 Edge brought to the table, namely the ultra-thin design. To be fair, the first phone to kind of dip its toes into this idea was the Tecno Spark Slim. We saw it back in March during the MWC, and it was amazing with its 5.75 mm thickness. Of course, it was just a concept device that never saw the light of day, but now Apple is aiming at 5.5 mm, and put into perspective (compared to the Tecno we held in our hands), this thing is gonna be thin! If I have to resort to trusting my experience with ultra-thing foldables (under 5mm), 5.5mm is actually on the verge of being too thin. Apple is also doing something interesting with the design — at least according to the latest leaked and rumored renders. The phone features a very distinct camera-bar-like section on its back, even though there's only a single main camera. Another interesting thing is that the iPhone 17 Air will be a 6.9-inch device, meaning quite a substantial phone in width and height. This will contribute to a subjective feeling that the phone is even thinner than if it would've been more compact overall. So, there are quite a few things Apple is doing differently from the S25 Edge . Let's quickly put those two side by side. iPhone 17 Air vs Galaxy S25 Edge The S25 Edge is slim, but the iPhone 17 Air promises to be even slimmer | Image by PhoneArena When it comes to the approach that Apple and Samsung have taken, respectively, there are some clear differences. You can check out the table below, but let's run through the pros and cons of each model compared side-by-side. First of all, the iPhone 17 Air wins the display real estate race with its 6.9-inch screen that mimics the size of an iPhone 16 Pro Max model. This will be an advantage for sure, as people seem to love big-screen phones, and it will contribute to the subjective feeling of thinness as well. The 3mm difference in thickness might not sound and look like a lot, but if we convert this to percentage, the iPhone 17 Air will be 5% thinner than the S25 Edge and a whopping 40% thinner than an iPhone 16 Pro Max . The camera setup boggles the mind, as the iPhone 17 Air looks like a true flagship through and through, except for the single main camera on its back. Has the iPhone 16e influenced this particular choice? Most likely. The battery is another talking point, as the iPhone 17 Air is expected to have a quite modest 2800 mAh cell on board, even though some sources claim it will be of the new silicon-carbon variety (check out our silicon-carbon explainer article for more detail). That's a distinctive look right there | Image by Majin Bu We should bear in mind, though, that Apple devices are kind on their batteries due to optimization and other software magic, so 2800 mAh might not be that much of a problem. The iPhone 13 Mini featured a 2438 mAh battery and did just fine; it wasn't spectacular, but it got people through one full day. Finally, the price, which is a major factor, is expected to be slightly different. Apple will want to keep the iPhone 17 Air under the psychological $1000 threshold, and for a good reason. As innovative and cool-looking a device as the S25 Edge might be, the $1,100 price tag is viewed as steep by many people. If Apple manages to pull this off and launch the Air for less than a grand, it might be a big deal. Speaking of pulling stunts off… IPhone 17 Air * vs Galaxy S25 Edge main differences 5.5 vs 5.8 mm One camera vs dual camera setup 6.9-inch screen vs 6.7-inch 2800 mAh battery vs 3900 mAh 145 grams vs 164 grams $999 vs $1099 * rumored specs Why Apple can pull off a stunt Samsung couldn't Apple managed to peddle the iPhone 16e and it sells well... surprisingly | Image by PhoneArena Specs are specs, and sometimes people decide to buy or skip a gadget based on anything but logic. There's the Apple factor in play here, and I know this has been mulled over many times already, chewed, swallowed, and digested, but if anyone could pull off the thin flagship thing, it has to be Apple. One small example is the iPhone 16e . This is a logic-defying device — it's neither cheap (which is the prerequisite for replacing the iPhone SE) nor particularly thin or compact. There's little to no reason to get it in place of the vanilla iPhone 16, and yet Apple went with it. And people are actually buying it. Primarily, the success of the iPhone 16 SE lies in the rebranding. Apple was able to sell an iPhone 14 with one less camera and a modern chipset for $599, capitalizing on the new and mysterious "e" moniker. This most likely will happen with the iPhone 17 Air . There are many more "real" things Apple could latch onto marketing the device than there were with the iPhone 16e as well. Okay, we got it, you might be thinking to yourselves: 'This guy is trying to peddle another Apple gadget; it's all rigged. Viva Apple, to hell with Samsung.' Not so fast! The moral of the story: should you buy either of those two? Pay more for less? Maybe not... | Image by QuinceCreative Well, the iPhone 17 Air is shaping up to be a more impressive device than the Galaxy S25 Edge . And it will probably sell better. But my honest opinion on both of these is that you should skip on the hype and go for a more conventional phone, or a foldable, for that matter. I don't believe anyone in their right mind would be using either the S25 Edge or the iPhone 17 Air without a case. This, to a big extent, negates all the innovation and the wow factor of having a 5.5mm phone. Just like that (snaps fingers). Furthermore, in the end you're paying more to get less — less thickness, granted, but also smaller battery and fewer cameras. I do believe these two are important in the grand scheme of things, and they will decide if we're headed in the direction of extremely thin phones (once again, it happened in the past a couple of times) or we're good with phones being as thick as they are now. Who's these phones for, then? The way I see it - tech enthusiasts, early adopters and brand loyalists. The average Android or iPhone consumer would probably decide to play it safe (and cheap) and get a more conventional model. What do you think about it? Do you think the iPhone 17 Air will be better than the Galaxy S25 Edge , and would you buy one? Vote in the poll and share your thoughts in the comment section below.
India Today
6 days ago
- India Today
Tecno Pova Curve 5G is coming soon to India, here is everything we know
The key highlight of the Pova Curve 5G is its curved AMOLED display One of the first things Tecno seems to be pushing with this phone is its design The Pova Curve 5G will be available via Flipkart, with offline availability also planned Tecno is set to launch its latest smartphone in India, dubbed the Pova Curve 5G. The phone is confirmed to launch on May 29, with the official teasers of the phone already live on Flipkart. The key highlight of the phone is its curved AMOLED display, and going by the teasers, it is clear that Tecno is kind of marketing this device as a design-focused smartphone. That said, the teasers also suggest that there are a bunch of key features that can make this phone a standout in its segment â€' especially considering Pova smartphones have always been about providing relatively solid specs and affordable pricing. With the Pova Curve, we don't expect anything different. One of the first things Tecno seems to be pushing with the Pova Curve 5G is its design. According to the company, the phone is inspired by starships and takes cues from aerodynamics. The back panel, as teased by the brand, features a unique look that breaks away from the usual glossy slabs we see in this price segment. Whether this design feels as good as it looks will depend on how the phone holds up in real-world usage â€' but there's no doubt that Tecno is betting big on the aesthetic appeal. Under the hood, the Pova Curve 5G is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM. That should make it capable enough for daily multitasking and even some casual gaming. As seen in the teasers, the display is a curved AMOLED panel, expected to come with FHD+ resolution and possibly a 120Hz refresh rate. On the software side, the Pova Curve 5G will run on HiOS 15 based on Android 15. One of the key features is the integration of Tecno's in-house voice assistant, Ella. It supports multilingual interactions and includes tools like AI Auto Answer, an AI Call Assistant, and voiceprint-based noise suppression. Connectivity-wise, Tecno is promising enhanced 5G performance with support for 5G++, VoWiFi Dual Pass, and what it calls an Intelligent Signal Hub System. These features aim to offer better signal stability and faster network switching, which are particularly useful in areas where signal quality can vary drastically. While the camera specs haven't been fully revealed yet, teasers confirm a dual-camera setup on the rear with a 64-megapixel primary sensor. Whether this translates to good camera performance is something that will only be known post-launch. The Pova Curve 5G will be available via Flipkart, with offline availability also planned. We'll find out the full picture on May 29. Stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the latest on the Pova Curve 5G. Tecno is set to launch its latest smartphone in India, dubbed the Pova Curve 5G. The phone is confirmed to launch on May 29, with the official teasers of the phone already live on Flipkart. The key highlight of the phone is its curved AMOLED display, and going by the teasers, it is clear that Tecno is kind of marketing this device as a design-focused smartphone. That said, the teasers also suggest that there are a bunch of key features that can make this phone a standout in its segment â€' especially considering Pova smartphones have always been about providing relatively solid specs and affordable pricing. With the Pova Curve, we don't expect anything different. One of the first things Tecno seems to be pushing with the Pova Curve 5G is its design. According to the company, the phone is inspired by starships and takes cues from aerodynamics. The back panel, as teased by the brand, features a unique look that breaks away from the usual glossy slabs we see in this price segment. Whether this design feels as good as it looks will depend on how the phone holds up in real-world usage â€' but there's no doubt that Tecno is betting big on the aesthetic appeal. Under the hood, the Pova Curve 5G is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM. That should make it capable enough for daily multitasking and even some casual gaming. As seen in the teasers, the display is a curved AMOLED panel, expected to come with FHD+ resolution and possibly a 120Hz refresh rate. On the software side, the Pova Curve 5G will run on HiOS 15 based on Android 15. One of the key features is the integration of Tecno's in-house voice assistant, Ella. It supports multilingual interactions and includes tools like AI Auto Answer, an AI Call Assistant, and voiceprint-based noise suppression. Connectivity-wise, Tecno is promising enhanced 5G performance with support for 5G++, VoWiFi Dual Pass, and what it calls an Intelligent Signal Hub System. These features aim to offer better signal stability and faster network switching, which are particularly useful in areas where signal quality can vary drastically. While the camera specs haven't been fully revealed yet, teasers confirm a dual-camera setup on the rear with a 64-megapixel primary sensor. Whether this translates to good camera performance is something that will only be known post-launch. The Pova Curve 5G will be available via Flipkart, with offline availability also planned. We'll find out the full picture on May 29. Stay tuned to India Today Tech for all the latest on the Pova Curve 5G. Join our WhatsApp Channel
GSM Arena
6 days ago
- Business
- GSM Arena
Tecno Pova Curve's launch date announced
Tecno has been teasing the Pova Curve since the past few days, and today, the brand announced it will launch the Pova Curve in India on May 29 at noon local time. Tecno hasn't detailed the Pova Curve's specs sheet, but the brand revealed the smartphone's design, showing the phone in two colors. The Pova Curve has two cameras on the back, and there's text that confirms NFC support. Tecno describes the Pova Curve's back panel design as "futuristic" and says it's "inspired by the aerodynamic form of starships." Moreover, the brand said that Pova Curve is powered by the company's 3Bs philosophy - Best Design, Best Signal, and Best AI. Speaking of AI, the Tecno Pova Curve will come with ELLA - Tecno's in-house voice assistant that "provides a series of AI features that help find answers to every question or problem users might have, maintain safety, and ensure fun is always on." The Tecno Pova Curve will be sold in India through offline stores and online exclusively through Flipkart, which revealed the smartphone will pack a curved AMOLED display.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Tecno Pova Curve 5G to launch in India on May 29
Get ready for a cosmic experience as Tecno unveils the POVA Curve 5G smartphone in India on May 29, 2025. With its stellar design and cutting-edge AI capabilities, including the intuitive ELLA voice assistant, this device is set to redefine connectivity. TECNO promises 'Best Design, Best Signal, and Best AI' to win over tech enthusiasts. Tecno is set to introduce its latest smartphone, the Pova Curve 5G, on May 29, 2025. This phone features a space-inspired design and advanced AI capabilities. The device features a slim, curved frame that prioritizes both user comfort and visual appeal, setting it apart from other smartphones currently available in the market. The smartphone will introduce Ella, Tecno's proprietary voice assistant, as a cornerstone feature. This AI-powered assistant is designed to streamline daily tasks and enhance user experience across various aspects, including safety and entertainment functions. Tecno Pova Curve : Availabilty and more The device will be available for purchase through both online and offline channels, with Flipkart serving as the exclusive online retail partner. Tecno's "3Bs" philosophy manifests in the POVA Curve 5G through its focus on practical value delivery. The device combines seamless multitasking capabilities with reliable 5G connectivity and an intelligent AI-powered interface, addressing key user requirements in modern smartphone usage. The space-themed marketing campaign preceding the launch builds anticipation through teasers that highlight the device's design elements and technological capabilities. This approach underscores Tecno's focus on creating devices that combine aesthetic appeal with functional innovation. The launch of the POVA Curve 5G marks a significant development in Tecno's POVA series, demonstrating the company's continued commitment to advancing smartphone technology. The integration of AI capabilities, coupled with the device's distinctive design, positions it as a noteworthy addition to the competitive smartphone market. Through the POVA Curve 5G, Tecno aims to deliver a device that addresses contemporary user needs while pushing the boundaries of smartphone design and functionality. The combination of innovative features, reliable connectivity, and accessible AI technology reflects the company's understanding of current market demands and future technological trends. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
GSM Arena
20-05-2025
- GSM Arena
Tecno Megabook S16 laptop announced with AI smarts, 16-inch screen
During this year's Computex in Taiwan, Tecno announced a slew of new AI-powered laptops. The flagship model Megabook S16 features a 16-inch display and is joined by the Megabook S14, T14 Air, K155 and K14S. The 16-inch S16 is the first of its kind for the company. The laptop runs on an Intel Core i9-13900HK CPU with 14 cores and 20 threads clocked at up to 5.4 GHz. The CPU is paired with either 16 or 32GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 2TB of PCIe 3.0 SSD. The 16-inch display has super-thin bezels and offers a standard 1,920 x 1,200px resolution with a 16:10 ratio. The panel covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut. The Megabook S16 is pretty lightweight for a 16-inch device, tipping the scale at 1.3 kg and measuring just 14.9mm in thickness. The whole system draws power from a 75Wh battery, which, according to Tecno, will last you 11 hours of usage. As mentioned earlier, the laptop comes with AI-powered smarts - AI Gallery, AI Meeting Assistant, Ella AI Assistant, AI PPT and AI Drawing. The handy AI assistant is always at hand and is powered by DeepSeek's V3 model, which can aid you in online and offline tasks. Tecno has yet to share pricing and availability for its new laptop lineup.
