Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: AI Innovations and New Devices on the Horizon

How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 live

Samsung's first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2025 will take place on January 22. The livestream kicks off at 10 a.m. PST, so you can see all the new Samsung gear unveiled live as long as you tune in. Samsung is holding its cards close to its chest, but we can expect details on the Galaxy S25 series and One UI 7. We'll probably see a demonstration of a new, AI-powered, Bixby upgrade. A new Galaxy Ring is in the works, and we may get our first look at Samsung's XR (extended reality) smart glasses. You'll find all the details of the livestream below, so don't miss out on the biggest Samsung event of the year When does Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event start? Samsung is hosting Galaxy Unpacked 2025 in San Hose, California on January 22, 10 a.m. local time. If you don't live in the PST time zone, here's when the event livestream will kick off in your time zone: 10 a.m. PST. 1 p.m. ET. 6 p.m. GMT. 7 p.m. CET. 11:30 p.m. IST. While Samsung has only invited members of the press and influencers to the event, you can watch the new Galaxy products unveiled at the same time by tuning in to the live stream. Where to watch Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Samsung's video listing for Galaxy Unpacked 2025 is live on YouTube. You can tune in at the start time, or click the Notify me button for YouTube to send you a reminder a few minutes before the event starts. You can also watch the livestream through the Samsung website. Alternatively, you can watch Galaxy Unpacked 2025 right here through our YouTube embed below. What to expect at Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Samsung's YouTube listing for Galaxy Unpacked 2025 merely says "A true AI companion is coming." However, we have plenty of leaks that leave little to the imagination about what we'll see revealed on January 22. Related 7 announcements to expect at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked event (and 2 not to) All new gadgets Samsung may show at Unpacked Posts A new model to launch alongside the Samsung Galaxy S25 series The staple of any Galaxy Unpacked show is the latest slate of Galaxy S-series phones. It looks like 2025 will see the launch Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, but there's a new, slimmer, kid on the block. The appropriately named Galaxy S25 Slim is rumored to measure 6.4mm thick, a whole 0.8mm thinner than the Galaxy S25. Apart from that, it'll pack the same internal hardware and camera setup. Source: OnLeaks/SmartPrix The only catch is that it looks like we'll have to wait until May for the phone's launch, although we can expect Samsung to unveil more details at Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Leaked renders of the new Galaxy S25 phones show a switch to rounded corners for the Ultra model. For its smaller siblings, rumors point to minor design changes for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus, like a slimmer frame and slightly larger screens. We expect the phones to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset in the US, but it's unclear whether the international model will also have the Snapdragon 8 Elite or a new Exynos chip. We'll also discover how much these phones will cost. If you're thinking about picking up the Galaxy S25 Ultra, you may have to stomach a price increase depending on where you live. A full breakdown of One UI 7 The first One UI 7 beta is already available for Galaxy S24 phones, so we already have a good idea of what to expect. For the most part, the update successfully splices iOS features into One UI; there are plenty of upgrades that make the entire experience feel more cohesive. From what we've seen in our time with the One UI 7 beta, none of this is revolutionary, but it makes a new Samsung Galaxy phone significantly more attractive in 2025. We can expect Galaxy Unpacked 2025 to show off the biggest changes of One UI 7. All indications point towards the Galaxy S25 launching with the update. The Samsung Galaxy S21 and newer devices will also receive this update. AI upgrades for Bixby Bixby with generative AI capabilities is already available in China on the W25 and W25 Flip, but we expect Samsung to showcase it at Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Just like Gemini, the upgraded voice assistant should be able to process complex commands with deep integration into its native software. Details are scarce on exactly how AI-powered Bixby will differentiate itself from Gemini and ChatGPT, so hopefully we'll see a full demonstration at Galaxy Unpacked 2025 A new smart ring and glasses We're expecting Samsung to unveil two more pieces of Galaxy hardware at Unpacked 2025. The first of these, the Galaxy Ring 2 is rumored to bring two larger sizes (for a total of 11) plus more accurate sensors and improved AI features. More exciting will be the unveiling of XR smart glasses. While the product launch is rumored for the third quarter of 2025, on January 22 we should get our first look at the smart glasses. Get your first look at the latest innovations from Samsung US preorders for the Samsung Galaxy S25 series will likely start immediately after the livestream ends. Samsung tends to offer limited-time deals for early-bird buyers so check out the Samsung website to see if it's worth upgrading to the latest Samsung handset.

Samsung Unpacked 2025: Here's how to watch and what we expect

The biggest reveal from last week's Samsung CES press conference may well have been another press conference. The hardware giant closed out the main event by teasing the company's upcoming show. The next Samsung Unpacked event is set for Wednesday at 10 a.m. PT. As with all recent Unpacked events, next week's big show will be streamed both directly through Samsung's site, as well as the company's YouTube channel. Samsung is so excited to get the preorders flowing ahead of time that reservations prior to the event come with a $50 Samsung store credit. You can find all of the fine print on that over here. The one absolute slam dunk for the event is the Galaxy S25 line. Since breaking off from CES/MWC for its mobile announcements, the company has developed a twice-a-year cadence for flagship releases. We get the Galaxy S series around January/February, followed by new foldables over the summer. The line should include three key models: the S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, the latter of which is the product of the S line absorbing the Galaxy Note as its biggest, most premium device. Per the usual, the lead-up to the event has been peppered with leaks, renders, and cases. The latter gives us a general sense of dimensions for the line, as they are built to specs submitted by Samsung to the manufacturer. The lion's share of rumors point to the S25 looking a whole lot like its predecessor. The biggest change on the hardware front is a slimmer design. Rumors published this week point to Samsung shaving 1 to 2 millimeters off the device's profile. Another nearly certain rumor is the inclusion of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip that Qualcomm unveiled in Hawaii last October. (The usual caveat is that there's always a bit of processor variation in international markets. Here in the States, however, it's pretty much a done deal.) Galaxy AI will, of course, be the centerpiece as Samsung looks not only to present itself as a leader in the category, but also differentiate its offering from Google Gemini features that will be available across Android devices. Of course, last year's big AI announcement was Circle to Search, a Google feature that launched on the S24 first. Other possible -- but significantly less certain -- reveals include a successor to the lukewarmly received Galaxy Ring wearable and a closer look at Project Moohan, an extended reality headset being jointly developed with Google.

How to Watch Samsung Reveal the Galaxy 25 at Samsung Unpacked 2025

Samsung Unpacked 2025 will likely showcase the Galaxy S25, though the real star of the show will be the new 'agentic' AI. Want to see the next rendition of “mobile AI experiences?†Samsung is set to drop the news of its Galaxy S25 lineup on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 10 a.m. PT/1 p.m. ET during Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Samsung likes to start the year with its flagship mobile releases, but instead of dropping surprise hints of the Galaxy Ring like it did last year, the company may share more about an AI doohickey you’ll wear on your face rather than your finger. For more details on devices we expect to see, visit our page where we run down all the leaks and rumors before the show starts Wednesday. Samsung will stream the whole Unpacked shebang on a dedicated Youtube livestream and its website. Of course, Gizmodo will be covering all the updates, so you can check our latest feed for a breakdown and eventual hands-on with the Korean tech giant’s newest mobile devices. If anything, this Galaxy Unpacked is set to rip the lid off the AI goodies hiding underneath whatever chassis, chip, or camera improvements the company has in store. This is the year of agentic AI, after all. We’ll see if Samsung leads the U.S. market in debuting phones that can take cross-app actions on your behalf with a single voice or text prompt. Samsung says on its YouTube page that “a true AI companion is coming.†Let’s all ignore the last time Samsungâ€"or any other phone maker for that matterâ€"offered us the first “AI phone†last year. The rumors and leaks suggest Samsung is sticking with the usual slate of base Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. If the stars align, perhaps we’ll see more of Samsung’s supposed smart glasses and some more of its collaboration with Google for an AR headset. The prototype dubbed “Project Moohan†is supposed to offer a lighter XR headset than your typical Meta Quest while supplying more AI-based UI.

Galaxy Unpacked 2025: What to Expect From the Samsung Galaxy S25 Event

This year, it's all about the Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra. However, will smart glasses be Samsung's "one more thing"? Time is cyclical. We're already back at the part of the year when Samsung is due to announce its new family of flagship devices for the year. The company is expected to announce the Galaxy S25 to a day of fanfare in San Jose, CA, on Wednesday, January 22. The maelstrom begins at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET for those joining us live. You can follow with Samsung's keynote here at Gizmodo, where we'll have the news when it hits. Samsung will be streaming the event on Samsung.com and its official YouTube channel. January's Unpacked event will introduce the Galaxy S25 in two sizes and the Galaxy S25 Ultra, a third phone considered the ultimate Samsung-flavored smartphone because of its bells and whistles. Much to the chagrin of some of you reading, the "bells" usually include AI software enhancements, which is how every manufacturer on the platform attempts to differentiate itself from its Android daddy, Google. Everything Samsung will announce about the Galaxy S25 series has been leaked. The phones have already passed through the FCC. Samsung is sticking to the same display sizes as before. The Galaxy S25 will have a 6.2-inch screen, and the Galaxy S25+ will be just a bit bigger at 6.7 inches. The enormous Galaxy S25 Ultra is still set to be the biggest in the lineup with a 6.8-inch display. Samsung's schtick this year will focus on how much thinner and lighter its phones are compared to the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The Galaxy S25's chip will undoubtedly be powerful. Now that the Snapdragon 8 Elite exists, Samsung and Qualcomm will likely collaborate on the chip to ensure the Galaxy S25 has something to outperform the rest of its Android colleaguesâ€"especially where AI is concerned. Phones in this generation will have to prove they are powerful enough to run on-device AI tasks while delivering improved camera algorithms, gameplay frame rates, and streamlined software. Let's be honest: it's all about AI this year for every device maker, whether we want it or not. AI will be a massive portion of the keynote since Galaxy AI took up a large portion of the show last year. There may be an AI companion that Samsung trots out at this month's Unpacked that differentiates itself from Google's AI efforts. An interesting leak that made it out at the last minute seemingly confirms this. It points to a little "oi Google Gemini" command, which comes out to, when translated from Portuguese, "Hey Google Gemini." This suggests that Samsung and Google remain in cahoots about this AI thing, though there's plenty of mention about what Samsung will do to offer something different. The most significant feature seems to be a daily brief that collects data from your Samsung apps and offers colorful data summaries. This sounds like one of those features that will likely require a ton of commitment to the Samsung device ecosystem if you're going to get anything out of it, namely its wearables. There isn't much to be excited about regarding the camera system in the Galaxy S25 Ultra or the rest of the Galaxy S25 family. It will still be the same slightly saturated camera algorithms, with reds looking their reddest and shadows deep throughout. One leaker has maybe "confirmed" that only the Galaxy S25 Ultra's ultra-wide camera will get a significant update this year to enable more detailed wide-angle photography. The primary camera on the Ultra is also slated to have the same 200-MP sensor and super zoom capabilities as the last two generations. If it ain't broken, why should Samsung try to fix it? We're still unsure whether there's any truth to the chatter about 360-degree camera capabilities on the Galaxy S25 Ultra as if to compete with the iPhone's Spatial Video offerings. After the Galaxy S25 smartphones take the stage, Samsung will shift the spotlight to other sides of its gadget business. Wearables have been a significant focus for the manufacturer, especially since the introduction of the Galaxy Ring. But it seems too soon for Samsung to tease anything about the next generation of its finger-dwelling gadget. If the Galaxy Ring is mentioned at Unpacked, it will be to promote its availability in larger sizes. Samsung may also announce a second-generation ring later this year, as it did at the Galaxy S24's Unpacked showcase, but I don't expect that. We have more of a chance of hearing about these supposed XR glasses. With this early Unpacked event, Samsung might try to beat Meta to the smart glasses hype. The company has been spotted working with Google and Qualcomm on a prototype for a pair of smart glasses. Smart glasses were the name of the game at CES 2025, the same way smart rings stole the show at last year's annual tradeshow. Samsung is known to ride the hype train at the right time, and this would be the time to introduce itself as a glasses-maker. Whatever is next, "Over the Horizon" (the name of Samsung's title song; you probably have a ringtone of it on your Samsung phone), we'll cover it here at Gizmodo. Tune in very, very soon. It's almost too soon.

How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025

Even though it's only January it's already almost time for one of the biggest smartphone launches of the year, as the Samsung Galaxy S25 series will soon be unveiled. Samsung has announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked will take place on January 22, and while it hasn't confirmed what we'll see there, all signs point to the Samsung Galaxy S25, Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra - as well as possibly some other things. TechRadar will be reporting live from the event, so you can head back here on the day for all the information, but you'll also be able to tune in yourself, and below we've explained how. Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked event is set to start at 10am PT / 1pm ET / 6pm GMT on Wednesday, January 22, which is 5am AEDT on January 23 for those in Australia. The event is taking place in San Jose, California, but it will also be streamed online, and you'll be able to watch it on Samsung's website, Samsung Newsroom, or on Samsung's YouTube channel. Or you can simply watch it on the embedded YouTube video below. You may also want to tap the 'notify me' button on the video, to get a reminder when it's starting. And if you prefer reading to watching, make sure to head back to TechRadar on the day, as we'll have a live blog ahead of and during the event, covering it in detail, along with articles about all the announcements. The main announcements we're expecting at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 are of the Samsung Galaxy S25 itself, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. Based on apparent leaks and rumors these might be similar in some ways to their predecessors, but key rumored upgrades include a bigger 6.9-inch screen and a new 50MP ultra-wide camera for the Galaxy S25 Ultra, a powerful new Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset for all three models, more RAM in the base and Ultra models, and better AI - including a ChatGPT-like upgrade for Bixby. That upgrade is likely to come to some existing Samsung Galaxy phones too though, and that along with other new AI features are expected to be a big focus of the show. Also on the software front, we're sure to see Samsung's One UI 7, which is the next version of its Android interface, and the one the Samsung Galaxy S25 series is expected to launch with. As for what else we might see, that's less certain, but it's possible that the rumored Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim could get teased there - though we're not expecting a full announcement until around May. We might also see the Samsung Galaxy Ring 2, and there's a chance that Project Moohan could make an appearance. This is Samsung's mixed reality headset and it has already been announced, but big questions like how much this Apple Vision Pro rival will cost haven't yet been answered. For more details of what to expect, check out all of our Samsung Galaxy Unpacked coverage.

How to watch Samsung's Galaxy S25 Unpacked event on January 22

Table of Contents Table of Contents When is Samsung's Galaxy S25 event? How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked What we expect from Galaxy Unpacked January 2025 The wait is almost over. After many months of countless leaks, Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S25 series at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event. When will the Galaxy Unpacked event take place, and how can you watch it? We have all the details for you. When is Samsung's Galaxy S25 event? The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event for the Galaxy S25 series is set for Wednesday, January 22, starting at 10 a.m. PST, 1 p.m. EST, or 6 p.m GMT. Recommended Videos How to watch Samsung Galaxy Unpacked Like previous Galaxy Unpacked events, Samsung will live stream the Unpacked event across multiple platforms. You can watch it on the Samsung website, the Samsung Community page, and YouTube. Please enable Javascript to view this content What we expect from Galaxy Unpacked January 2025 The event is set to showcase a variety of new products, with the highlight being the Galaxy S25 series. We anticipate the introduction of three new phones in the Galaxy S25 lineup: the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. A fourth device may be announced, possibly known as the Galaxy S25 "Slim." The three phones are expected to resemble the current Galaxy S24 models but with thinner bodies and an all-new chipset, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. New AI features are highly likely to be introduced, along with at least one upgraded camera on the flagship Galaxy S25 Ultra. The Galaxy S25 Slim, should it arrive, is expected to be significantly thinner than the other models. Not much information is available about it, but its slim design will likely be the big selling point. The phone is expected to compete with Apple's upcoming iPhone 17 "Air," which may arrive this fall. New hardware isn't the only thing set to be announced on Wednesday. We should also (finally) see the arrival of One UI 7, which is currently available as a beta. One UI 7 One UI 7 introduces several significant enhancements to Samsung's Android experience. One of the most notable changes is a redesigned home screen with simplified icons, offering a cleaner and more streamlined appearance that makes navigation easier. Additionally, a "Now Bar" allows users to access personalized information at a glance. This enhances convenience by displaying relevant updates such as calendar events, weather forecasts, and notifications without opening multiple apps. The update highlights new Galaxy AI capabilities, including an AI-powered personalized daily briefing that aggregates essential information tailored to your preferences and habits. This functionality aims to help you plan your day more effectively by providing relevant reminders and suggestions. Lastly, the camera app has been redesigned, improving the user interface and adding new features to enhance photography. This includes advanced shooting modes, improved editing tools, and AI enhancements for better picture quality and smart scene recognition. Overall, One UI 7 aims to enrich the user experience with personalization, convenience, and advanced technology. Samsung's Bixby may also receive an update to enhance its AI capabilities, and make the voice assistant more comparable to ChatGPT and Google Gemini. This would follow on from a Bixby update made for the Chinese market released in 2024, which Samsung has used to introduce some localized Galaxy AI features. Smart Glasses? Next week's event might include a teaser for Samsung's long-rumored augmented reality glasses. These glasses may resemble a standard pair of eyeglasses, or use Android XR and pitched as a competitor to the Apple Vision Pro, and is anticipated to launch later this year. Expect features including gesture and facial recognition. Galaxy Ring 2? In mid-2024, Samsung launched its first Galaxy Ring, smart ring which includes health and wellness features. The product has been well-received, and Samsung continues to add new functionalities to enhance the wearable. We already know that the Galaxy Ring will soon be offered in two new sizes, 14 and 15, and is landing in new locations around the world. Could Samsung announce the Galaxy Ring 2 at next week's event? While it's possible, it's unlikely. The first-generation model will probably remain available at least until this summer, if not longer, before a new version is introduced.

The Galaxy S25 Reveal Is Almost Here: What to Expect at Samsung Unpacked and How to Watch

Named a Tech Media Trailblazer by the Consumer Technology Association in 2019, a winner of SPJ NorCal's Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2022 and has three times been a finalist in the LA Press Club's National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. New year, new phones. Samsung is ready to unveil its newest lineup of smartphones during its winter Unpacked event. It's just one day away, and there's a slew of announcements to look forward to. In particular, we're anticipating the debut of the Galaxy S25, as well as additional expansions and updates for Galaxy AI. Samsung sent out invites for the event in early January, teasing what's to come. Here's everything to know about the upcoming keynote presentation, including how to tune in and how to save on your S25 preorder. We're expecting three devices: the baseline Galaxy S25, the S25 Plus and the S25 Ultra. All three devices could have a more rounded design, similar to Google's Pixel phones, according to leaker Ice Universe. Korean site Hankyung has also reported that all three Galaxy S25 devices will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. There's also hope that all phones will support Qi2 wireless charging. Additionally, analyst Ross Young has shared a list of rumored colors for the latest Galaxy S lineup, which includes silver, blue, and mint. The S25 Ultra is rumored to have a 6.9-inch display and a new 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, according to several leaks. There have been rumors floating around about a slimmer version of the S25, with a tipster flagging an entry for the Galaxy S25 Slim on Geekbench. This coincides with rumors about a thinner version of the iPhone that could drop later this year, but it's not clear if or when either of these devices could actually become available. If the Galaxy S25 Slim is real, it may be a while before we see it out in the real world. And finally, there have been conflicting rumors over whether the S25 series will cost the same as last year's lineup or get a price hike, so we'll just have to see what's in store. One of the key focuses of Samsung's January Unpacked invite is, not surprisingly, AI. The company notes, "The next evolution of Galaxy AI is coming and it's going to change the way you interact with the world every day. The new Galaxy S series is about to set the bar once again for mobile AI experiences now and into the future." Samsung says the next iteration of Galaxy AI will be more natural and intuitive, and that the latest Galaxy S series will again lean into mobile AI advancements. This could include an update to the Bixby virtual assistant, especially in light of Apple supercharging Siri to be more conversational and helpful to users. AI has been a key focus for every big phone-maker, from Samsung to Apple to Google, over the last few years. From helping users draft text messages to summarizing emails to simplifying photo editing, these companies have championed mobile AI as a way to make your life easier. So far, the advancements have arrived to lukewarm reception, as a CNET survey in August last year found that a quarter of smartphone owners don't find AI features helpful. That could change as phone-makers continue to tweak their offerings to better suit what people want, and as consumers become accustomed to the proliferation of AI-backed features across their devices. If there's one thing about a tech event, it's that there's usually some sort of surprise or tease to an upcoming launch. After all, last year's January Unpacked event is where we got a first look at the Galaxy Ring, which eventually came out in July. It's possible we could get a peek at the next generation of the device, which could feature upgrades like more accurate sensors and longer battery life. But given how relatively new the ring is, we'd likely have to wait a while before that next version becomes available. Mixed reality could also make an appearance. Samsung unveiled its Project Moohan headset in December, which the company plans to launch later this year. So it's possible we could get an update on where things stand there. Ahead of this year's January Unpacked event, Samsung is offering customers a $50 credit toward the latest Galaxy device during preorders. You can also get up to $900 in additional credit for trading in an eligible device, the company says, as well as another $300 instant credit by reserving and preordering. The offer lasts through Jan. 22 and can be found here. CNET, as always, will be on the ground covering Unpacked on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked live blog -- last-minute leaks and all the big news

Last-minute leaks and all the big news about Samsung's new devices We're a little bit more than a day away from the first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2025, and likely the day we get to see Samsung's new flagship phones and a whole new range of AI features. The Galaxy S25 series, consisting of the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus and Galaxy S25 Ultra, is bound to appear on stage, along with upgrades to the Galaxy AI suite of features first introduced a year ago. But it's possible we could also see a Galaxy S25 Slim model or Galaxy Z Flip FE model announced -- or given a sneak preview at the very least. The same goes for a sequel to the Galaxy Ring wearable, or more information about Samsung's AR headset, also known as Project Moohan. If you're wondering what we know already about these rumored devices or want to see where you can watch the event live for yourself, read on. And make sure you stick around on this live blog, as we'll be regularly updating you with last-minute leaks, any official news as it breaks and what we make of it in the moment. Galaxy Unpacked starts at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT / 6 p.m. GMT on Wednesday, January 22. We'll be covering the event live here, but up until then we'll be bringing you the latest reports on Samsung's likely announcements. Galaxy S25: The new Galaxy flagship phone is tipped to get a number of upgrades, including a mighty Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, Qi2 wireless charging support, new AI features and a slightly altered design from the Galaxy S24. The phone, as well as its other versions, will possibly go on sale on February 7, with pre-orders likely opening as soon as the launch event finishes. Galaxy S25 Plus: Just like the Galaxy S25, this larger version will apparently benefit from a new chip, better wireless charging, more AI and a new-ish look. But the existing benefits of a larger battery, bigger screen and faster wired charging still mean this will be the better choice of the two regular S25s for some people. Galaxy S25 Ultra: The new ultimate non-foldable Samsung is getting all the goodies that the other S25 models are, but also a new ultrawide camera with a higher resolution. Combined with the S24 Ultra's current setup, this has a strong chance of becoming one of the top phones around when it goes on sale. Galaxy S25 Slim: We're not sure if we'll actually see this model debut fully at Galaxy Unpacked, or if it'll just get teased, or even mentioned at all. But the rumor mill is insistent that a fourth Galxay S25 model, one focused on being extra thin while still featuring some Ultra-grade features, is coming at some point this year. Galaxy Z Flip FE: Samsung's cheapest foldable could get an even cheaper version if we're lucky, and Galaxy Unpacked could be the venue for it to become official. This one could be something we only see later in the year however, like the Galaxy S25 Slim. One UI 7: Whichever phones we see at Galaxy Unpacked, One UI 7 will be driving them. Based on Android 15, Samsung promises its new smartphone software will be even smarter, thanks to the addition of more Galaxy AI features and a new "Now Bar" for more convenient notifications. Galaxy Ring 2: The first Samsung smart ring appeared in summer of 2024, but it's possible that the sequel will arrive ahead of schedule. And since we got a preview of the original Galaxy Ring at the January 2024 Unpacked, Samsung could have history repeat itself with the follow-up. Any new features are a mystery, but the ring could be made thinner and longer-lasting than the current model. Galaxy AR/Project Moohan: Samsung's AR headset finally broke cover at the end of 2024 after almost two years of teasing. Built in collaboration with Google and Qualcomm, the headset is hopefully launching this year, so Galaxy Unpacked would be the ideal place to talk more about its features and specs. As we've noted Galaxy Unpacked starts at 1pm ET/10am PT/6pm GMT on January 22, with the actual event taking place in San Jose, CA.You can watch it on the Samsung YouTube channel or on Samsung's own website, or alternatively watch it in the embedded video below while our latest posts appear alongside it.

Galaxy S25 Is Almost Here: What to Expect at Samsung Unpacked and How to Watch

Named a Tech Media Trailblazer by the Consumer Technology Association in 2019, a winner of SPJ NorCal's Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2022 and has three times been a finalist in the LA Press Club's National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. It's a new year, and Samsung is gearing up for a slate of new phones. The company's winter Unpacked event is just days away, and we expect the reveal of the Galaxy S25, as well as updates to Galaxy AI. Samsung sent out invites for the event in early January, teasing what's to come. Here's everything to know about the upcoming keynote presentation, including how to tune in and how to save on your S25 preorder. Samsung Unpacked takes place Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET). It'll be held in San Jose, but you can also catch a livestream on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom and Samsung's YouTube channel. CNET will also be hosting a live show, during which you can follow along with our experts. Samsung typically hosts Unpacked twice a year: once in January or February, during which it unveils the latest Galaxy S lineup, and again in the summer, when it debuts the next version of its foldables. Last year, it hosted its July Unpacked event in Paris, just ahead of the Summer Olympics, and unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. There was also, not surprisingly, a big focus on Galaxy AI. We're expecting three devices: the baseline Galaxy S25, the S25 Plus and the S25 Ultra. All three devices could have a more rounded design, similar to Google's Pixel phones, according to leaker Ice Universe. Korean site Hankyung has also reported that all three Galaxy S25 devices will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. There's also hope that all phones will support Qi2 wireless charging. Additionally, analyst Ross Young has shared a list of rumored colors for the latest Galaxy S lineup, which includes silver, blue, and mint. The S25 Ultra is rumored to have a 6.9-inch display and a new 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, according to several leaks. There have been rumors floating around about a slimmer version of the S25, with a tipster flagging an entry for the Galaxy S25 Slim on Geekbench. This coincides with rumors about a thinner version of the iPhone that could drop later this year, but it's not clear if or when either of these devices could actually become available. If the Galaxy S25 Slim is real, it may be a while before we see it out in the real world. And finally, there have been conflicting rumors over whether the S25 series will cost the same as last year's lineup or get a price hike, so we'll just have to see what's in store. One of the key focuses of Samsung's January Unpacked invite is, not surprisingly, AI. The company notes, "The next evolution of Galaxy AI is coming and it's going to change the way you interact with the world every day. The new Galaxy S series is about to set the bar once again for mobile AI experiences now and into the future." Samsung says the next iteration of Galaxy AI will be more natural and intuitive, and that the latest Galaxy S series will again lean into mobile AI advancements. This could include an update to the Bixby virtual assistant, especially in light of Apple supercharging Siri to be more conversational and helpful to users. AI has been a key focus for every big phone-maker, from Samsung to Apple to Google, over the last few years. From helping users draft text messages to summarizing emails to simplifying photo editing, these companies have championed mobile AI as a way to make your life easier. So far, the advancements have arrived to lukewarm reception, as a CNET survey in August last year found that a quarter of smartphone owners don't find AI features helpful. That could change as phone-makers continue to tweak their offerings to better suit what people want, and as consumers become accustomed to the proliferation of AI-backed features across their devices. If there's one thing about a tech event, it's that there's usually some sort of surprise or tease to an upcoming launch. After all, last year's January Unpacked event is where we got a first look at the Galaxy Ring, which eventually came out in July. It's possible we could get a peek at the next generation of the device, which could feature upgrades like more accurate sensors and longer battery life. But given how relatively new the ring is, we'd likely have to wait a while before that next version becomes available. Mixed reality could also make an appearance. Samsung unveiled its Project Moohan headset in December, which the company plans to launch later this year. So it's possible we could get an update on where things stand there. Ahead of this year's January Unpacked event, Samsung is offering customers a $50 credit toward the latest Galaxy device during preorders. You can also get up to $900 in additional credit for trading in an eligible device, the company says, as well as another $300 instant credit by reserving and preordering. The offer lasts through Jan. 22 and can be found here. CNET, as always, will be on the ground covering Unpacked on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Unpacked Event: How to Watch and What to Expect

Named a Tech Media Trailblazer by the Consumer Technology Association in 2019, a winner of SPJ NorCal's Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2022 and has three times been a finalist in the LA Press Club's National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. It's a new year, and Samsung is gearing up for a slate of new phones, too. The company's winter Unpacked event is scheduled for Jan. 22, and we're expect the reveal of the Galaxy S25, as well as updates to Galaxy AI. Samsung sent out invites for the event in early January, teasing what's to come. Here's everything to know about the upcoming keynote, including how to tune in and how to save on your S25 preorder. Samsung Unpacked takes place Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET). It'll be held in San Jose, but you can also catch a live stream on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom and Samsung's YouTube channel. CNET will also be hosting a live show, during which you can follow along with our experts. Samsung typically hosts Unpacked twice a year: once in January or February, during which it unveils the latest Galaxy S lineup, and again in the summer, when it debuts the next version of its foldables. Last year, it hosted its July Unpacked event in Paris, just ahead of the Summer Olympics, and unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. There was also, not surprisingly, a big focus on Galaxy AI. We're expecting three devices: the baseline Galaxy S25, the S25 Plus and the S25 Ultra. All three devices could have a more rounded design, similar to Google's Pixel phones, according to leaker Ice Universe. Korean site Hankyung has also reported that all three Galaxy S25 devices will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. There's also hope that all phones will support Qi2 wireless charging. Additionally, analyst Ross Young has shared a list of rumored colors for the latest Galaxy S lineup, which includes silver, blue, and mint. The S25 Ultra is rumored to have a 6.9-inch display and a new 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, according to several leaks. There have been rumors floating around about a slimmer version of the S25, with a tipster flagging an entry for the Galaxy S25 Slim on Geekbench. This coincides with rumors about a thinner version of the iPhone that could drop later this year, but it's not clear if or when either of these devices could actually become available. If the Galaxy S25 Slim is real, it may be a while before we see it out in the real world. And finally, there have been conflicting rumors over whether the S25 series will cost the same as last year's lineup or get a price hike, so we'll just have to see what's in store. One of the key focuses of Samsung's January Unpacked invite is, not surprisingly, AI. The company notes, "The next evolution of Galaxy AI is coming and it's going to change the way you interact with the world every day. The new Galaxy S series is about to set the bar once again for mobile AI experiences now and into the future." Samsung says the next iteration of Galaxy AI will be more natural and intuitive, and that the latest Galaxy S series will again lean into mobile AI advancements. This could include an update to the Bixby virtual assistant, especially in light of Apple supercharging Siri to be more conversational and helpful to users. AI has been a key focus for every big phone maker, from Samsung to Apple to Google, over the last few years. From helping users draft text messages to summarizing emails to simplifying photo editing, these companies have championed mobile AI as a way to make your life easier. So far, the advancements have arrived to lukewarm reception, as an August 2024 CNET survey found that a quarter of smartphone owners don't find AI features helpful. That could change as phone makers continue to tweak their offerings to better suit what people want, and as consumers become accustomed to the proliferation of AI-backed features across their devices. If there's one thing about a tech event, it's that there's usually some sort of surprise or tease to an upcoming launch. After all, last year's January Unpacked event is where we got a first look at the Galaxy Ring, which eventually came out in July. It's possible we could get a peek at the next generation of the device, which could potentially feature upgrades like more accurate sensors and longer battery life. But given how relatively new the ring is, we'd likely have to wait a while before that next version becomes available. Mixed reality could also make an appearance. Samsung unveiled its Project Moohan headset in December, which the company plans to launch later this year. So, it's possible we could get an update on where things stand there. Ahead of this year's January Unpacked event, Samsung is offering customers a $50 credit toward the latest Galaxy device during preorders. You can also get up to $900 in additional credit for trading in an eligible device, the company says, as well as another $300 instant credit by reserving and preordering. The offer lasts through Jan. 22 and can be found here. CNET, as always, will be on the ground covering Unpacked on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

The Galaxy S25 Countdown Begins: What to Expect During the Samsung Unpacked Event and How to Watch

Named a Tech Media Trailblazer by the Consumer Technology Association in 2019, a winner of SPJ NorCal's Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2022 and has three times been a finalist in the LA Press Club's National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. New year, new phones. Samsung is ready to unveil its newest lineup of smartphones during its winter Unpacked event. It's just two days away, and there's a slew of announcements to look forward to. In particular, we're looking to see the debut of the Galaxy S25, as well as additional expansions and updates for Galaxy AI. Samsung sent out invites for the event in early January, teasing what's to come. Here's everything to know about the upcoming keynote presentation, including how to tune in and how to save on your S25 preorder. Samsung Unpacked takes place this week on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. PT (1 p.m. ET). It'll be held in San Jose, but you can also catch a livestream on Samsung.com, Samsung Newsroom and Samsung's YouTube channel. CNET will also be hosting a live show, during which you can follow along with our experts. Samsung typically hosts Unpacked twice a year: once in January or February, during which it unveils the latest Galaxy S lineup, and again in the summer, when it debuts the next version of its foldables. Last year, it hosted its July Unpacked event in Paris, just ahead of the Summer Olympics, and unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6. There was also, not surprisingly, a big focus on Galaxy AI. We're expecting three devices: the baseline Galaxy S25, the S25 Plus and the S25 Ultra. All three devices could have a more rounded design, similar to Google's Pixel phones, according to leaker Ice Universe. Korean site Hankyung has also reported that all three Galaxy S25 devices will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor. There's also hope that all phones will support Qi2 wireless charging. Additionally, analyst Ross Young has shared a list of rumored colors for the latest Galaxy S lineup, which includes silver, blue, and mint. The S25 Ultra is rumored to have a 6.9-inch display and a new 50-megapixel ultrawide camera, according to several leaks. There have been rumors floating around about a slimmer version of the S25, with a tipster flagging an entry for the Galaxy S25 Slim on Geekbench. This coincides with rumors about a thinner version of the iPhone that could drop later this year, but it's not clear if or when either of these devices could actually become available. If the Galaxy S25 Slim is real, it may be a while before we see it out in the real world. And finally, there have been conflicting rumors over whether the S25 series will cost the same as last year's lineup or get a price hike, so we'll just have to see what's in store. One of the key focuses of Samsung's January Unpacked invite is, not surprisingly, AI. The company notes, "The next evolution of Galaxy AI is coming and it's going to change the way you interact with the world every day. The new Galaxy S series is about to set the bar once again for mobile AI experiences now and into the future." Samsung says the next iteration of Galaxy AI will be more natural and intuitive, and that the latest Galaxy S series will again lean into mobile AI advancements. This could include an update to the Bixby virtual assistant, especially in light of Apple supercharging Siri to be more conversational and helpful to users. AI has been a key focus for every big phone-maker, from Samsung to Apple to Google, over the last few years. From helping users draft text messages to summarizing emails to simplifying photo editing, these companies have championed mobile AI as a way to make your life easier. So far, the advancements have arrived to lukewarm reception, as a CNET survey in August last year found that a quarter of smartphone owners don't find AI features helpful. That could change as phone-makers continue to tweak their offerings to better suit what people want, and as consumers become accustomed to the proliferation of AI-backed features across their devices. If there's one thing about a tech event, it's that there's usually some sort of surprise or tease to an upcoming launch. After all, last year's January Unpacked event is where we got a first look at the Galaxy Ring, which eventually came out in July. It's possible we could get a peek at the next generation of the device, which could feature upgrades like more accurate sensors and longer battery life. But given how relatively new the ring is, we'd likely have to wait a while before that next version becomes available. Mixed reality could also make an appearance. Samsung unveiled its Project Moohan headset in December, which the company plans to launch later this year. So it's possible we could get an update on where things stand there. Ahead of this year's January Unpacked event, Samsung is offering customers a $50 credit toward the latest Galaxy device during preorders. You can also get up to $900 in additional credit for trading in an eligible device, the company says, as well as another $300 instant credit by reserving and preordering. The offer lasts through Jan. 22 and can be found here. CNET, as always, will be on the ground covering Unpacked on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

What to expect at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked

Samsung's very own event, Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025, is just around the corner: January 22 at 1pm ET to be exact. While Samsung focused on "AI for All" at CES, showcasing mostly their latest home appliances and the AI-integrations in these products, the company held off on any announcements for their flagship line of smartphones, tablets, and other connected mobile devices. That's what Samsung Galaxy Unpacked is for. Here's what to expect. This shouldn't be a surprise as this is the main event of Samsung's annual event, A new line of Galaxy S smartphones will make their debut at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025. Based on the naming conventions of the previous series', Samsung will very likely announce its latest smartphone trio at the event: the Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25+, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra. Some news about the new Galaxy S25 series of phones has already leaked, so we can likely expect a similar design as its predecessors, but with rounded edges. The Galaxy S25 and S25+ will also remain the same size as previous models, but the Galaxy S25 Ultra will apparently get a slight makeover with a 6.9 inch display. The S25 Ultra is also reported to receive an upgraded camera as its ultra-wide sensor gets a bump from 12MP to 50MP. The biggest upgrade in the Galaxy S25 series of smartphones will be what it's powered by: Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. This processor was made to handle generative AI, so we'll very likely see some big AI announcements from Samsung at the event as well. Already in beta, Samsung's One UI 7 built on Android 15, will likely be made official by the company at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked. Samsung's custom interface will receive some much-needed upgrades with the release of One UI 7. Beta users seem to be reactive positively to the tweaked notification system in One UI 7. Samsung has previously boasted about One UI 7's AI capabilities, calling it the "first integrated AI platform." Speaking of AI, we will likely see a slew of announcements regarding AI-integration in the Galaxy S25 series and the One UI 7. Rumors about a Samsung "AI agent" have been picking up, which would basically act as an AI assistant providing personal suggestions on a range of categories from fashion to transportation. Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chip will certainly usher in a range of AI possibilities that Samsung can surprise us with. So, what exactly Samsung will offer when it comes to AI and how it accomplishes this could end up being an unexpected highlight for Samsung Galaxy fans. On the non-smartphone front, Samsung is expected to debut the Galaxy Ring 2 at the event. The Galaxy Ring 2 might just show up as a teaser at this point with no hard release date, but the next generation wearable health device is expected to flaunt an extended battery life from its predecessor. An updated sensor for more accurate measurements as well as new AI capabilities is also being rumored for the new Galaxy Ring 2. Rounding out the tech product 2025 Bingo card for the event is Samsung's AR glasses. The existence of these Samsung AR glasses are already confirmed but there's just rumors at this point that they may make their debut at Galaxy Unpacked. The AR glasses are currently being referred to as Project Moohan and are being developed in partnership with Google and Qualcomm on the Android XR operating system. Much like the Galaxy Ring 2, it would likely just be a teaser if Samsung's AR glasses did indeed make an appearance.

Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Everything you need to know before the event

Samsung is set to unveil its new flagship phones, the Galaxy S25 series, during the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22, 2025, at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT / 6 p.m. GMT in San Jose, California. The event will feature the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25 Plus, and Galaxy S25 Ultra, alongside updates to the Galaxy AI features introduced last year. The Galaxy S25 is expected to feature a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, Qi2 wireless charging support, enhanced AI capabilities, and a slightly redesigned chassis compared to the Galaxy S24. Pre-orders for the phone may begin right after the launch event, with a potential on-sale date of February 7. Similarly, the Galaxy S25 Plus will share these improvements and offer a larger battery and faster wired charging. It is anticipated to be the preferred option for users who favor a bigger screen experience. The Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumored to include a new 50MP ultra-wide camera, significantly enhancing its camera setup compared to the Galaxy S24 Ultra's 12MP ultra-wide camera. This addition is expected to provide a more consistent photographic experience across its four optical zoom levels. There is speculation around the possible introduction of a Galaxy S25 Slim model, emphasizing a thinner design while retaining notable features from the Ultra edition. Additionally, a cheaper version of the foldable Galaxy Z Flip model, possibly named Galaxy Z Flip FE, might also be announced or previewed during the event. One UI 7 will accompany the Galaxy S25 phones, based on Android 15. This update promises to enhance user experience by incorporating more advanced AI features and introducing a new "Now Bar" for easier notification access. Samsung may also showcase the Galaxy Ring 2, a sequel to its first smart ring, likely featuring improvements in design and battery life. Information regarding the Galaxy AR headset, also referred to as Project Moohan, could be unveiled, as this collaboration with Google and Qualcomm is anticipated to launch in 2025. In addition, the Galaxy S25 Ultra's screen will utilize Samsung's exclusive ProScaler technology, ensuring sharper visuals and brighter colors for a more lifelike display experience. The device will feature a 6.86-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display and require a QHD+ screen resolution setting, lacking support for WQHD+ resolution. Samsung has prepared to launch the Galaxy S25 series in San Jose, California, with general availability expected by mid-February following the start of pre-orders on the same day as the launch event.

What to expect at the Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked 2025 event

Samsung's big Galaxy S25 launch is right around the corner. The first Galaxy Unpacked event of 2025 is confirmed for January 22 at 1PM ET in San Jose, CA, where Samsung's "Next Big Thing" (to borrow a 14-year-old marketing slogan) will be revealed. What exactly will be on tap? Well, apart from a few sure bets and some likely leaks, only those sworn to a blood oath under an NDA know for certain. But here are the most likely products and features we'll see. Much like Apple reveals its latest iPhones at its first fall event, Samsung typically launches its mainline Galaxy S flagships at its first Unpacked shindig of the year. You can bet the farm that there will be Galaxy S25 phones at this event. And given Samsung's recent trend of launching three tiers of flagships -- standard, Plus and Ultra -- you can bet we'll see that again. (Samsung could technically change the brand names, but the three-layered lineup is practically guaranteed.) There's even an FCC certification (first spotted by 91Mobiles) to dispel any doubts. The degree of certainty falls sharply once we dig into the phones' features. A subtle redesign with rounded corners, flatter edges and thinner bezels appears likely based on a leaked video posted to Reddit and images from reputable tipster Ice Universe. But this isn't expected to be the generation where Samsung's hiring of a former Mercedes-Benz designer will lead to drastic aesthetic changes. Android Headlines also posted plenty of pictures of the purported Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra that confirm the relatively minor redesign. The site also claims the screen size for the Galaxy S25 and S25+ are unchanged from last year at 6.2 and 6.7 inches, respectively. The Ultra gets an ever-so-slightly bigger display at 6.9 inches. At least in the US, the phone is practically guaranteed to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which the chip-maker revealed in October. (Qualcomm even listed Samsung among the companies launching devices with that processor "in the coming weeks.") Like just about every flagship processor these days, the Snapdragon 8 Elite is built for on-device generative AI, which aligns with Samsung's Galaxy AI blitz in recent models. We don't know whether the company will split its S25 processors between Snapdragon (US and other markets) and Exynos (everywhere else), but Ice Universe has claimed it will be all Snapdragon this generation. That would be a good thing, given what's often a glaring performance and battery life disparity favoring Qualcomm. Samsung is rumored to stick with last-generation OLED displays (made with M13 organic materials) instead of the brighter and more efficient M14 OLED panels used in the iPhone 16 Pro and Google Pixel 9. Logic suggests Samsung would want its best homemade screen in its best phones -- especially when its competitors are already using it. But it could stick with the cheaper panels to keep the bill of materials down. Perhaps it calculated that better displays don't make for better generative AI (the obsession of nearly every tech company right now), while the latest Qualcomm chip does. Speaking of AI, expect Samsung to devote a perhaps agonizingly long portion of the event to generative AI features. The hit-or-miss DigiTimes reported last month that the Galaxy S25 series will include "an AI Agent that provides personalized clothing suggestions and transport information." What that would look like in practice is anyone's guess, but I'm not sure I want to know. The phones will run Samsung's One UI 7 on top of Android 15. We know this because Samsung said in October that its user experience (based on Android 15) will launch on the next Galaxy S flagships. It's already available in beta for Galaxy S24 phones. Samsung has said that One UI 7 will be its "first integrated AI platform." It added that Galaxy phones "will become true AI companions" that are able to understand natural language derived from speech, images and text. On the camera front, Ice Universe claims (via Android Headlines) it's "confirmed" that only the ultra-wide sensor will see an upgrade in the Galaxy S25 Ultra -- to 50MP from 12MP in last year's model. The leaker says the S25 Ultra will stick with a 200MP main sensor, 10MP 3x zoom and 50MP 5x zoom. Samsung will add the Qi2 wireless charging standard to its new flagships -- and that comes straight from the horse's (aka, the Wireless Power Consortium's) mouth. However, leaker chunvn8888 (aka "yawn") says Samsung's phones won't have built-in magnets for Qi2's native MagSafe in everything but name charging. Instead, the leaker says Samsung will sell a first-party case with a Qi2 magnetic ring to enable that. (Gotta move those accessories, baby!) Rumors have buzzed about an alleged Galaxy S25 Slim with a -- you guessed it -- slimmer design joining the trio at some point this year. That's something Apple is also rumored to be working on. However, given the FCC certifications only appear to cover the familiar trio of flagships, that phone (if it's in the pipeline at all) may not arrive until later in the year. DigiTimes reported in December that Samsung would show off (or maybe just tease) the Galaxy Ring 2 and augmented reality (AR) glasses during its January Unpacked event. The Taiwanese publication says the Galaxy Ring 2 will add two more sizes to the nine from the original model, which only launched in July. The second-gen wearable health tracker is said to add new AI features (surprise!) and updated sensors for more accurate measurements. The Galaxy Ring 2 is also rumored to last longer than the current model's maximum of seven days. DigiTimes also claims Samsung's AR glasses -- which the company has confirmed it's working on -- will look like regular prescription glasses and weigh around 50g. It says the futuristic glasses would use Google's Gemini AI, which aligns with what we already know about Samsung's partnership with Google and Qualcomm on Android XR. But given the lack of supply chain rumors surrounding the glasses, it's likely that any mention at the event would amount to little more than a teaser, a la its grand reveal of... a stinkin' render for the first Galaxy Ring at Unpacked 2024. We also know Samsung is co-developing an Android XR (extended reality) headset -- codenamed Project Moohan -- alongside Google and Qualcomm. The "lightweight" and "ergonomically designed" headset will have a "state-of-the-art display," passthrough video and natural multi-modal input. Google's renderings show a wearable reminiscent of Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro. Since Google only recently began offering a developer kit and API for the platform, any glimpse of it at Unpacked wouldn't likely include an imminent release or deep dive into its hardware. Engadget will have full coverage of Samsung's first Unpacked event of 2025. More to come on January 22! Update, January 13 2025, 12:58PM ET: This story has been updated with purported images and more details on the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra from Android Headlines. Update, January 14 2025, 3:20PM ET: This story has been updated with some more information about One UI 7

What to Expect from Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Event

The next Galaxy Unpacked is almost upon us, and there's a lot to look forward to in the event. One of the main highlights of the events will be the Galaxy S25 series, but there's a lot more to look forward to in the event. Here's everything you can expect from the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event. The Galaxy S25 series will take center stage in the event with three new phones -- Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and s25 Ultra. One of the notable improvements in these new devices is the processor, which is Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 8 Elite (benchmarks). Besides, all the devices are expected to get subtle changes here and there, including around the camera lenses. The overall design is expected to be curvier, which should make them easier to hold. The standard S25 and S25 Plus could be thinner, with the display size remaining the same as the S24. The battery sizes on all the phones are expected to remain the same as the previous generation, with the charging speeds expected to remain the same, too. The S25 and S25 Plus will use a triple camera setup with 50 MP wide, 10 MP 3x Telephoto, and 12 MP ultrawide. On the other hand, the S25 Ultra is expected to feature a 200 MP main camera with 50 MP ultrawide, a 10 MP 3x telephoto, and a 50 MP periscope camera with 5x optical zoom. All the devices are expected to come with 120Hz Dynamic 2X AMOLED displays, USB 3 Type-C ports, and One UI 7 based on Android 15 out of the box. Speaking of Android 15, the release of One UI 7 was delayed this time around. As a result, Samsung will be unveiling the full stable release during Galaxy Unpacked. While we've covered all the highlights in our One UI 7 features list, here's a quick rundown on what to expect if you still haven't tried out the beta. One UI 7 has completely revamped the stock icons, quick settings panel, and animations. There are many new features like the Now Bar, Now Brief, vertical drawer, and an improved camera app user experience. Besides, a lot of One UI 7 features are focused on Galaxy AI. Samsung is riding the AI train well and has already shipped many useful features. However, the upcoming Galaxy AI should give people more reasons to get a Samsung device. One of the new Galaxy AI features in One UI 7 stable is Call Transcripts support in over 20+ languages. As the name suggests, the on-device LLM will transcribe calls and record the conversation, which you can then easily access from the Dialer. Besides, One UI 7 will also ship with tools to assist you in writing, summarizing, and comparing content. Another AI feature that could soon knock on your phone's door is Gemini. According to the latest leaks, Samsung devices could get a much deeper Gemini integration with support for Samsung apps. One of the apps that will be supported is Samsung Notes. Like each Galaxy Unpacked, we expect Samsung to give us a sneak peek of what's coming. There are three devices we're looking forward to in the future, and they are: The Galaxy Ring definitely felt like a first-generation device and wasn't the best in terms of accuracy and battery life. Plus, it was expensive. Samsung would be willing to change that with the Galaxy Ring 2, and we wouldn't be surprised if it announces the Galaxy Ring 2 in Galaxy Unpacked 2025. The Galaxy S25 Slim is yet another device we look forward to. It's supposed to be an iPhone 17 Air/Slim rival, which is rumored to launch soon, too. The S25 Slim's overall form factor is supposed to be the same as the S25 Plus', albeit in a much slimmer chassis that should make it a joy to hold, on paper. Rumors suggest the same 4,000 mAh battery as the Galaxy S25 Plus combined with Snapdragon 8 Elite and the same set of cameras. The device is expected to be priced well within the price of the S25 and S25 Plus. Samsung and Google think the future is XR and are developing a cool new XR headset. Project Moohan is a result of that collaboration, and we expect Samsung to give us a glimpse at its hardware and how it would look in real life. So far, we've seen the official renders and it looks pretty cool. The device will be powered by Snapdragon XR2 Plus Gen 2 and Android XR operating system. The device is expected to arrive sometime this year. And that's everything you need to know and can expect from the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event. While the Galaxy S25 series is exciting, One UI 7 and Project Moohan are a tad bit more exciting for us, and we look forward to trying them out. What are you looking forward to in Galaxy Unpacked 2025? Let us know below.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked 2025 event: What to expect on Wednesday

Samsung's first big launch of 2025 is almost here. Galaxy Unpacked will take place on January 22 at 1PM ET in San Jose, CA, where Samsung's "Next Big Thing" (to borrow a 14-year-old marketing slogan) will be revealed. What exactly will be on tap? Well, apart from a few sure bets and some likely leaks, only those sworn to a blood oath under an NDA know for certain. But here are the most likely products and features we'll see. Spoilers: There will be phones. Much like Apple reveals its latest iPhones at its first fall event, Samsung typically launches its mainline Galaxy S flagships at its first Unpacked shindig of the year. You can bet the farm that there will be Galaxy S25 phones at this event. And given Samsung's recent trend of launching three tiers of flagships -- standard, Plus and Ultra -- you can bet we'll see that again. (Samsung could technically change the brand names, but the three-layered lineup is practically guaranteed.) There's even an FCC certification (first spotted by 91Mobiles) to dispel any doubts. The degree of certainty falls sharply once we dig into the phones' features. A subtle redesign with rounded corners, flatter edges and thinner bezels appears likely based on a leaked video posted to Reddit and images from reputable tipster Ice Universe. But this isn't expected to be the generation where Samsung's hiring of a former Mercedes-Benz designer will lead to drastic aesthetic changes. Android Headlines also posted plenty of pictures of the purported Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra that confirm the relatively minor redesign. The site also claims the screen size for the Galaxy S25 and S25+ are unchanged from last year at 6.2 and 6.7 inches, respectively. The Ultra gets an ever-so-slightly bigger display at 6.9 inches. At least in the US, the phone is practically guaranteed to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which the chip-maker revealed in October. (Qualcomm even listed Samsung among the companies launching devices with that processor "in the coming weeks.") Like just about every flagship processor these days, the Snapdragon 8 Elite is built for on-device generative AI, which aligns with Samsung's Galaxy AI blitz in recent models. We don't know whether the company will split its S25 processors between Snapdragon (US and other markets) and Exynos (everywhere else), but Ice Universe has claimed it will be all Snapdragon this generation. That would be a good thing, given what's often a glaring performance and battery life disparity favoring Qualcomm. There would be precedence, too: although the vast majority of Galaxy S generations have had different processors regionally, the S23 had the same "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy" chip globally. Samsung is rumored to stick with last-generation OLED displays (made with M13 organic materials) instead of the brighter and more efficient M14 OLED panels used in the iPhone 16 Pro and Google Pixel 9. Logic suggests Samsung would want its best homemade screen in its best phones -- especially when its competitors are already using it. But it could stick with the cheaper panels to keep the bill of materials down. Perhaps it calculated that better displays don't make for better generative AI (the obsession of nearly every tech company right now), while the latest Qualcomm chip does. Speaking of AI, expect Samsung to devote a perhaps agonizingly long portion of the event to generative AI features. The hit-or-miss DigiTimes reported last month that the Galaxy S25 series will include "an AI Agent that provides personalized clothing suggestions and transport information." What that would look like in practice is anyone's guess, but I'm not sure I want to know. The phones will run Samsung's One UI 7 on top of Android 15. We know this because Samsung said in October that its user experience (based on Android 15) will launch on the next Galaxy S flagships. It's already available in beta for Galaxy S24 phones. Samsung has said that One UI 7 will be its "first integrated AI platform." It added that Galaxy phones "will become true AI companions" that are able to understand natural language derived from speech, images and text. On the camera front, Ice Universe claims (via Android Headlines) it's "confirmed" that only the ultra-wide sensor will see an upgrade in the Galaxy S25 Ultra -- to 50MP from 12MP in last year's model. The leaker says the S25 Ultra will stick with a 200MP main sensor, 10MP 3x zoom and 50MP 5x zoom. Samsung will add the Qi2 wireless charging standard to its new flagships -- and that comes straight from the horse's (aka, the Wireless Power Consortium's) mouth. However, leaker chunvn8888 (aka "yawn") says Samsung's phones won't have built-in magnets for Qi2's native MagSafe in everything but name charging. Given that's the main benefit of Qi2, this would be disappointing news. Instead, the leaker says Samsung will sell a first-party case with a Qi2 magnetic ring to enable that. (Gotta move those accessories, baby!) Is it really Qi2 if you need a case? Rumors have buzzed about an alleged Galaxy S25 Slim with a -- you guessed it -- slimmer design joining the trio at some point this year. That's something Apple is also rumored to be working on. Leakers have posted numerous renders this past week comparing how the different size options may compare to each other. A post from Ice Universe puts the S25 Slim at 6.4mm. However, given the FCC certifications only appear to cover the familiar trio of flagships, that phone (if it's in the pipeline at all) may not arrive until later in the year. DigiTimes reported in December that Samsung would show off (or maybe just tease) the Galaxy Ring 2 and augmented reality (AR) glasses during its January Unpacked event. The Taiwanese publication says the Galaxy Ring 2 will add two more sizes to the nine from the original model, which only launched in July. The second-gen wearable health tracker is said to add new AI features (surprise!) and updated sensors for more accurate measurements. The Galaxy Ring 2 is also rumored to last longer than the current model's maximum of seven days. DigiTimes also claims Samsung's AR glasses -- which the company has confirmed it's working on -- will look like regular prescription glasses and weigh around 50g. It says the futuristic glasses would use Google's Gemini AI, which aligns with what we already know about Samsung's partnership with Google and Qualcomm on Android XR. But given the lack of supply chain rumors surrounding the glasses, it's likely that any mention at the event would amount to little more than a teaser, a la its grand reveal of... a stinkin' render for the first Galaxy Ring at Unpacked 2024. We also know Samsung is co-developing an Android XR (extended reality) headset -- codenamed Project Moohan -- alongside Google and Qualcomm. The "lightweight" and "ergonomically designed" headset will have a "state-of-the-art display," passthrough video and natural multi-modal input. Google's renderings show a wearable reminiscent of Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro. Since Google only recently began offering a developer kit and API for the platform, any glimpse of it at Unpacked wouldn't likely include an imminent release or deep dive into its hardware. Engadget will have full coverage of Samsung's first Unpacked event of 2025. More to come on January 22! Update, January 13 2025, 12:58PM ET: This story has been updated with purported images and more details on the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra from Android Headlines. Update, January 14 2025, 3:20PM ET: This story has been updated with some more information about One UI 7. Update, January 17 2025, 12:45PM ET: This story has been updated with more details on the Galaxy S25's processor and the history of processors in the Galaxy S series. Update, January 19, 2025, 12:15PM ET: This story has been updated with more information about the rumored Galaxy S25 Slim.

How to watch the Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked event

We're nearly a month into 2025, and it's time for another flagship smartphone announcement. Samsung's first Galaxy Unpacked event is on the books for January 22, and like past years, you'll be able to watch along from home. All signs point to the event including the launch of One UI 7 and a new lineup of Galaxy S25 phones (including Ultra, Plus and regular models) at the very least. The new phones are more or less guaranteed to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and sport some amount of design tweaks, and new colors. One UI 7 was technically already announced at a Samsung developer event in 2024, but Unpacked should give the company to dig in to more of the details of how the operating system revamp will actually impact using the company's new devices. Beyond that, Galaxy AI will be featured prominently, based on Samsung's original announcement of the event, and it seems possible the company could include an update on its wearables and more information about Project Moohan, the headset it's developing for Google's Android XR platform.

Here Is How You Can Watch Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2025 Livestream Tomorrow

With the Unpacked 2025 merely a day away, hype is around the big event and what Samsung has in store this year. While we expect the South Korean tech giant to make some major announcements, including its Galaxy S25 series, the Galaxy Ring 2, and XR project, one of the focus points of this year's announcements would remain to be the AI integrations the company set on bringing about. The Galaxy Unpacked is set to take place tomorrow, January 22nd, at 10 a.m. PST in San Hose, California, and for those interested in catching the event live, we have curated the live stream time zones and also will help users find out how they can watch Samsung's event tomorrow. While the event is going to be held at 10 a.m. local time in California, if you do not live in the area and still want to be able to catch the event in the comfort of your home, we have listed down when the event begins according to your time zone: Although Samsung has sent out invitations to influencers and members of the press to watch the event live, it has the live stream available for anyone eager to catch up on the big unveiling tomorrow. While the event would be streamed on Samsung's own official website, it would also be available on the company's YouTube channel. The live stream is active and users can even give themselves a heads-up before the event starts with the 'notify me' button available. Samsung has tons of exciting announcements stored up for the event tomorrow, and its new flagship models are finally going to be unveiled. Keep an eye out for updates on the Galaxy Unpacked 2025.

What To Expect From Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Galaxy S25 Series, AI Integrations, One UI 7, Galaxy Ring 2, And More

Samsung is gearing for its Galaxy Unpacked 2025 to be held tomorrow, and while there is no doubt that the star of the show will remain the company's flagship series, this time around the company is determined to offer powerful new upgrades not only on the software part but also on the hardware end. The Galaxy S25 series is to come with noticeable improvements, and it is expected that a major chunk of the keynote will revolve around the AI and Gemini integrations that speculations are hyping as what is going to help the company take on Apple and set it apart. Last year, Samsung's foldable series did not live up to the hype, and users were left feeling dismayed by the incremental changes offered and the lack of innovation. The company took notice of it and even issued an apology to its users for the less significant upgrades, promising to make significant changes in the coming year. This is one of the reasons users are looking forward to the Unpacked 2025 to be held on January 22nd. Samsung is gearing up for the big event and has some promising offerings in store, and who knows, this might help the company bring its A-game back. Here are some of the announcements Samsung is expected to make: The Galaxy S25 Series There is no doubt that Samsung's flagship series, the Galaxy S25 lineup, would be the main highlight of the event, and the tech giant is determined to impress users with the significant improvements brought ahead this year. The S25 series will include three models: the base model Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25 Plus, and the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The Ultra model is expected to feature a new design with a flat frame and rounded edges and be more comfortable to hold due to the better ergonomics. it is also expected that the Ultra model will get an upgrade from 12GB RAM to 16GB, along with some improvements to the camera. The S25 and the S25 Plus are to feature thinner bezels and be packed with brighter displays. The Snapdragon 8 Elite processor would power them and the company would be doing away with the Exynos chip in selected regions. The S25 and S25 Plus will feature a triple camera layout. There is also a buzz around a Galaxy S25 Slim model that is said to be available in 39 countries. One UI 7 The much anticipated One UI 7 will also debut with the Galaxy S25 series, with Samsung introducing some new security features and revamping the design. A noteworthy upgrade is the customizable Lock Screen Now Bar, which gives users the option to personalize their lock screen. Even the camera controls are said to improve, making them easier to use and bringing a more streamlined experience. Security is also going to be enhanced, especially with a new Theft Detection Lock feature. Galaxy Ring 2 Samsung is going to bring ahead the second generation of its smart ring, Galaxy Ring 2, and this time, it is said to be packed with improved sensors and extended battery life. While the original Galaxy Ring is expected to be offered in more size options, the tech giant is determined to offer more health-centric features in the Galaxy Ring 2. Project Moohan XR Headset While there has been much speculation around the XR project, it is said that Samsung will finally announce the headset at the big event. It is set to offer an immersive experience and is the company's take on Apple Vision Pro. Rumor has it that the company is gearing up to launch smart glasses with real-time navigation as well. AI and Gemini Integration AI would be the focal point of the announcements and also the major selling point of this year's upcoming Galaxy S25 series, as Samsung is focused on bringing some key AI-powered capabilities, including Multimodal Sketch-to-Image to help users create art simply through voice commands or even sketches. Now Brief would offer a personalized experience by giving an overview of the day, weather, and health goals, and it is said that cross-app functionalities might also be incorporated this time around. Bixby, the AI-powered voice assistant, is also said to be more advanced, and some are even suggesting that it might take on Apple's Siri. Samsung has many upgrades and major products planned for tomorrow's big event, which could even include some unexpected surprises. Stay tuned for more details regarding Galaxy Unpacked 2025.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Unpacked 2025 event: What to expect on January 22

Samsung's first big launch of 2025 is right around the corner. Galaxy Unpacked is confirmed for January 22 at 1PM ET in San Jose, CA, where Samsung's "Next Big Thing" (to borrow a 14-year-old marketing slogan) will be revealed. What exactly will be on tap? Well, apart from a few sure bets and some likely leaks, only those sworn to a blood oath under an NDA know for certain. But here are the most likely products and features we'll see. Spoilers: There will be phones. Much like Apple reveals its latest iPhones at its first fall event, Samsung typically launches its mainline Galaxy S flagships at its first Unpacked shindig of the year. You can bet the farm that there will be Galaxy S25 phones at this event. And given Samsung's recent trend of launching three tiers of flagships -- standard, Plus and Ultra -- you can bet we'll see that again. (Samsung could technically change the brand names, but the three-layered lineup is practically guaranteed.) There's even an FCC certification (first spotted by 91Mobiles) to dispel any doubts. The degree of certainty falls sharply once we dig into the phones' features. A subtle redesign with rounded corners, flatter edges and thinner bezels appears likely based on a leaked video posted to Reddit and images from reputable tipster Ice Universe. But this isn't expected to be the generation where Samsung's hiring of a former Mercedes-Benz designer will lead to drastic aesthetic changes. Android Headlines also posted plenty of pictures of the purported Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra that confirm the relatively minor redesign. The site also claims the screen size for the Galaxy S25 and S25+ are unchanged from last year at 6.2 and 6.7 inches, respectively. The Ultra gets an ever-so-slightly bigger display at 6.9 inches. At least in the US, the phone is practically guaranteed to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, which the chip-maker revealed in October. (Qualcomm even listed Samsung among the companies launching devices with that processor "in the coming weeks.") Like just about every flagship processor these days, the Snapdragon 8 Elite is built for on-device generative AI, which aligns with Samsung's Galaxy AI blitz in recent models. We don't know whether the company will split its S25 processors between Snapdragon (US and other markets) and Exynos (everywhere else), but Ice Universe has claimed it will be all Snapdragon this generation. That would be a good thing, given what's often a glaring performance and battery life disparity favoring Qualcomm. There would be precedence, too: although the vast majority of Galaxy S generations have had different processors regionally, the S23 had the same "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy" chip globally. Samsung is rumored to stick with last-generation OLED displays (made with M13 organic materials) instead of the brighter and more efficient M14 OLED panels used in the iPhone 16 Pro and Google Pixel 9. Logic suggests Samsung would want its best homemade screen in its best phones -- especially when its competitors are already using it. But it could stick with the cheaper panels to keep the bill of materials down. Perhaps it calculated that better displays don't make for better generative AI (the obsession of nearly every tech company right now), while the latest Qualcomm chip does. Speaking of AI, expect Samsung to devote a perhaps agonizingly long portion of the event to generative AI features. The hit-or-miss DigiTimes reported last month that the Galaxy S25 series will include "an AI Agent that provides personalized clothing suggestions and transport information." What that would look like in practice is anyone's guess, but I'm not sure I want to know. The phones will run Samsung's One UI 7 on top of Android 15. We know this because Samsung said in October that its user experience (based on Android 15) will launch on the next Galaxy S flagships. It's already available in beta for Galaxy S24 phones. Samsung has said that One UI 7 will be its "first integrated AI platform." It added that Galaxy phones "will become true AI companions" that are able to understand natural language derived from speech, images and text. On the camera front, Ice Universe claims (via Android Headlines) it's "confirmed" that only the ultra-wide sensor will see an upgrade in the Galaxy S25 Ultra -- to 50MP from 12MP in last year's model. The leaker says the S25 Ultra will stick with a 200MP main sensor, 10MP 3x zoom and 50MP 5x zoom. Samsung will add the Qi2 wireless charging standard to its new flagships -- and that comes straight from the horse's (aka, the Wireless Power Consortium's) mouth. However, leaker chunvn8888 (aka "yawn") says Samsung's phones won't have built-in magnets for Qi2's native MagSafe in everything but name charging. Given that's the main benefit of Qi2, this would be disappointing news. Instead, the leaker says Samsung will sell a first-party case with a Qi2 magnetic ring to enable that. (Gotta move those accessories, baby!) Is it really Qi2 if you need a case? Rumors have buzzed about an alleged Galaxy S25 Slim with a -- you guessed it -- slimmer design joining the trio at some point this year. That's something Apple is also rumored to be working on. However, given the FCC certifications only appear to cover the familiar trio of flagships, that phone (if it's in the pipeline at all) may not arrive until later in the year. DigiTimes reported in December that Samsung would show off (or maybe just tease) the Galaxy Ring 2 and augmented reality (AR) glasses during its January Unpacked event. The Taiwanese publication says the Galaxy Ring 2 will add two more sizes to the nine from the original model, which only launched in July. The second-gen wearable health tracker is said to add new AI features (surprise!) and updated sensors for more accurate measurements. The Galaxy Ring 2 is also rumored to last longer than the current model's maximum of seven days. DigiTimes also claims Samsung's AR glasses -- which the company has confirmed it's working on -- will look like regular prescription glasses and weigh around 50g. It says the futuristic glasses would use Google's Gemini AI, which aligns with what we already know about Samsung's partnership with Google and Qualcomm on Android XR. But given the lack of supply chain rumors surrounding the glasses, it's likely that any mention at the event would amount to little more than a teaser, a la its grand reveal of... a stinkin' render for the first Galaxy Ring at Unpacked 2024. We also know Samsung is co-developing an Android XR (extended reality) headset -- codenamed Project Moohan -- alongside Google and Qualcomm. The "lightweight" and "ergonomically designed" headset will have a "state-of-the-art display," passthrough video and natural multi-modal input. Google's renderings show a wearable reminiscent of Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro. Since Google only recently began offering a developer kit and API for the platform, any glimpse of it at Unpacked wouldn't likely include an imminent release or deep dive into its hardware. Engadget will have full coverage of Samsung's first Unpacked event of 2025. More to come on January 22! Update, January 13 2025, 12:58PM ET: This story has been updated with purported images and more details on the Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra from Android Headlines. Update, January 14 2025, 3:20PM ET: This story has been updated with some more information about One UI 7. Update, January 17 2025, 12:45PM ET: This story has been updated with more details on the Galaxy S25's processor and the history of processors in the Galaxy S series.

Samsung Unpacked: How to watch the Galaxy S25 event on Wednesday

Good news, Android fans: You've got just a few days left before the unveiling of 2025's latest (and presumably greatest) new Samsung phones. The company's first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year is slated for Wednesday, January 22 -- and as in past years, you'll be able to watch along from home. Between credible leaks and historical precedent, we can reasonably assume that the event will include a new lineup of Galaxy S25 phones (including Ultra, Plus and regular models) at the very least. The new phones are more or less guaranteed to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, and sport some amount of design tweaks, and new colors. And Samsung's recent blog post effectively confirmed that its new One UI 7 -- announced at a Samsung developer event in 2024 -- will be part of the Wednesday reveal, so expect more details on how the operating system revamp will actually impact using the company's new devices. Beyond that, Galaxy AI will be featured prominently, based on Samsung's original announcement of the event, and it seems possible the company could include an update on its wearables and more information about Project Moohan, the headset it's developing for Google's Android XR platform. The event begins at 1PM ET / 10AM PT in-person in San Jose and online everywhere else. If you plan on watching, you can find a stream on Samsung.com, in Samsung's Newsroom, or watch along right here in the YouTube video below. Engadget will also be liveblogging the event (we'll add the link here once it's live).

Samsung will unveil the Galaxy S25 on January 22 -- here's what we expect | TechCrunch

The biggest reveal from last week's Samsung CES press conference may well have been another press conference. The hardware giant closed out the main event by teasing the company's upcoming show. The next Samsung Unpacked event is set for January 22 at 10 a.m. PT. As with all recent Unpackeds, next week's big show will be streamed both directly through Samsung's site, as well as the company's YouTube channel. Samsung is so excited to get the preorders flowing ahead of time that reservations prior to the event come with a $50 Samsung store credit. You can find all of the fine print on that over here. The one, for sure, absolute slam dunk for the event is the Galaxy S25 line. Since breaking off from CES/MWC for its mobile announcements, the company has developed a twice year cadence for flagship release. We get the Galaxy S series around January/February, followed by new foldables over the summer. The line should include three key models: the S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, the latter of which is the product of the S line absorbing the Galaxy Note as its biggest, most premium device. Per usual, the lead up to the event has been peppered with leaks, renders, and cases. The latter gives us a general sense of dimensions for the line, as they are built to specs submitted by Samsung to the manufacturer. The lion share of rumors point to the S25 looking a whole lot like its predecessor. The biggest change on the hardware front is a slimmer design. Rumors published this week point to Samsung shaving 1 to 2 millimeters off the device's profile. Another nearly certain rumor is the inclusion of the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip that Qualcomm unveiled in Hawaii last October. The usual caveat to that is that there's always a bit of processor variation in international markets. Here in the States, however, it's pretty much a done deal. Galaxy AI will, of course, be the centerpiece, as Samsung looks to not only present itself as a leader in the category, but also differentiate its offering from Google Gemini features that will be available across Android devices. Of course, last year's big AI announcement was Circle to Search, a Google feature that launched on the S24 first. Other possible -- but significantly less certain -- reveals include a successor to the lukewarmly received Galaxy Ring wearable and a closer look at Project Moohan, an extended reality headset being jointly developed with Google.

What to Expect From Samsung Galaxy Unpacked on January 22

Saying Goodbye to Nova: The Launcher That Changed How I Use Android Quick LinksHow to Watch the Galaxy Unpacked Event on January 22 Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Will Steal the Show A New "Slim" Variant May Join the Family One UI 7.0 And New Galaxy AI Features Samsung Might Unveil the Galaxy Ring 2 Will Samsung Tease Its First AR And MR Glasses? We're about to witness one of the most important launch events of the year: Galaxy Unpacked. Samsung holds multiple events throughout the year, the first one taking place on January 22, 2025. Are you curious about the devices that the company could unveil? Let's have a look. How to Watch the Galaxy Unpacked Event on January 22 ✕ Remove Ads You can watch the first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year on Samsung's official YouTube channel. The event will commence on January 22, 2025, at 10 AM PT or 1 PM ET. As the company unveils products at the event, it will also upload several social media posts and press releases. Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Will Steal the Show Samsung Galaxy S24 and S24+ In the official invitation for the Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung talks about unveiling the "new Galaxy S series," which almost certainly refers to the Galaxy S25 series. Over the past few months, the internet has been flooded with leaks and rumors surrounding the S25 series. However, I'll just give you the gist of it. Like every year, the Galaxy S25 series should consist of three smartphones: the vanilla Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25 Plus (with a bigger screen), and the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The most recent leak about the smartphones comes from Android Headlines, which is mostly boring but a bit reassuring at the same time. ✕ Remove Ads The boring bit is that the S25 series will borrow most of its specifications from the S24 series, including the screen size, camera sensors, battery size, and charging speed. It's just the thickness and the wireless connectivity options that might improve. High-quality renders also suggest that the series will adopt more rounded corners (via Android Headlines). The reassuring part is that all the phones should feature the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. For those who are catching up, the Snapdragon 8 Elite series offers a significant CPU and GPU performance boost compared to the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. In addition, the processor will enhance the smartphones' on-device AI processing abilities. ✕ Remove Ads A New "Slim" Variant May Join the Family We've also heard rumors about a Galaxy S25 Slim being in development. Most recently, folks at SmartPrix have got their hands on the S25 Slim's renders, claiming that the phone will measure just 6.4mm in thickness. However, another leak from Setsuna Digital (via Weibo) claims that the S25 Slim won't be available until May. While releasing a super-thin Galaxy S smartphone will give Samsung the first-mover advantage over Apple's rumored iPhone 17 Air, the company might be facing certain design-related challenges. Hence, we wouldn't discard the rumor about the Galaxy S25 Slim's delay. In my opinion, the company could showcase the smartphone at the Galaxy Unpacked event, but it might not release it until later this year -- either way, I expect at least three smartphones at the Galaxy Unpacked event. One UI 7.0 And New Galaxy AI Features ✕ Remove Ads In October 2024, Samsung confirmed that the One UI 7 update (based on Android 15) would be included with the new Galaxy S series smartphones. The company then rolled out One UI 7's beta version for Galaxy S24 users. However, its stable version should debut with the Galaxy S25 series. One UI 7 should come with a handful of new features, including redesigned app icons, new home screen customization options, a revamped battery indicator, improved dark mode icons, smoother animations, and a redesigned Camera app. Last but not least, the upcoming software update will offer more "mobile AI experiences," or, in other words, new Galaxy AI features. "The next evolution of Galaxy AI is coming, and it's going to change the way you interact with the world every day," the company writes in its Galaxy Unpacked invitation post. While there are no particular leaks about any new Galaxy AI features, the Galaxy S25 series will feature deeper AI integration. The technology should also get better at understanding natural language, making it easier for users to interact with it regularly. ✕ Remove Ads Samsung Might Unveil the Galaxy Ring 2 A recent DigiTimes Asia report suggests that the Galaxy Unpacked event might witness the launch of Galaxy Ring 2. Expected upgrades include more accurate measurement for better health tracking, along with new AI-based features. The Galaxy Ring 2 could also offer better battery life and come in two new sizes, but that is the extent of information on the device. Given that the Korean tech giant released the first-generation Galaxy Ring in July 2024 after teasing it at the January Unpacked event, I believe it could do the same this year. Will Samsung Tease Its First AR And MR Glasses? ✕ Remove Ads The report also mentions that Samsung's first AR glasses could debut at the Galaxy Unpacked event. Resembling the Ray-Ban Meta glasses, Samsung's AR glasses will feature a lightweight frame (rumored to weigh 50 grams) and advanced chips that can facilitate the AI assistant Gemini. In December 2024, Samsung confirmed via a newsroom post that it is collaborating with Google and Qualcomm to create the Android XR platform, and Samsung's first mixed-reality headset will feature it. Codenamed "Project Moohan," the headset will come with "state-of-the-art displays, Passthrough capabilities, and natural multi-modal input" support. As and when it arrives, the mixed-reality headset will be Samsung's reply to Apple's Vision Pro, one of the most advanced (and, not to mention the most expensive) headsets ever. However, the probability of the glasses and headset being teased at the Galaxy Unpacked event is higher than their official release and public availability. ✕ Remove Ads It looks like the January Galaxy Unpacked event will be full of surprises. Samsung has managed to keep details about Galaxy AI, Galaxy Ring 2, smart glasses, and headset under wraps. Hence, whatever teeny-tiny glimpse we get at the event will be enough to make headlines.

Samsung Galaxy Unpacked preview: 5 biggest things to expect

From Galaxy AI to Galaxy S25 pricing, here's what I'm hoping to find out Any mystery about what's on the agenda for this week's Galaxy Unpacked 2025 event in San Jose, California, disappears the moment you look at Samsung's invitation. The graphic used to promote this January 22 event features the silhouettes of four phones converging to form the Galaxy AI icon that appears on Samsung's handsets when features powered by artificial intelligence are available. Folks, I don't want to jinx it, but I think Samsung is going to show off some new phones with a bunch of AI capabilities this week. Last year, Samsung showed off the Galaxy S24 models in January, so it makes sense that this month will bring the Galaxy S25 lineup into the spotlight. It also doesn't require much detective work to figure out that Galaxy AI will be a big part of Samsung's Galaxy S25 sales pitch. The phone maker introduced its collection of new AI tools with the Galaxy S24 lineup, rolled out those capabilities to older flagships by way of software updates and included even more AI features with its foldable phone launch in mid-2024 Samsung has indicated that more Galaxy AI is coming in 2025, and Unpacked gives the company a stage to show off just exactly what it has planned. Still, we may have a good idea about the general gist of what Samsung's planning to show off when Unpacked gets underway this Wednesday, January 22, at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT / 6 p.m. GMT. But there are a few questions about exact details hanging over the event that we expect Samsung to answer. Here's what I'm looking forward to finding out when I watch the Galaxy Unpacked live stream -- and you might find the answers interesting, too. As noted, Galaxy AI figures to be the centerpiece of the Galaxy S25 announcement. Reports have surfaced claiming that the big focus of this year's Galaxy AI update will center around Bixby. Specifically, Samsung is apparently planning to use AI to make its digital assistant smarter and more context aware, with that latter improvement giving Bixby the power to follow complex commands based on information on your phone's screen. In a teaser video, Samsung provided a better idea of how exactly this will work. A woman uses her on-device assistant to look up restaurants with outdoor seating that also accomodate pets, and then has the AI block out a calendar event and text that info to a contact. All this is done in a single command. Presumably, that's the future awaiting Galaxy S25 owners. The new phones are also likely to offer integration with Google's Gemini AI model. Another rumor claims that S25 buyers will get free access to Gemini Advanced, with longer trial periods available for anyone who buys a more expensive model like the Galaxy S25 Ultra. It's not just the new Galaxy AI features that I'm interested in, though; I also want to see which phones beyond the Galaxy S25 series will be able to support these new AI capabilities. Samsung has a track record of rolling out software updates that bring Galaxy AI capabilities to older phones, so we'll see if that happens with this year's improvements coming to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S23. If they do, owners of those older models will probably be less tempted to upgrade. Going by the rumors, it doesn't sound like Samsung is planning big camera hardware upgrades for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus. In fact, it's probably a safer bet to assume those phones will have the same camera setup as their immediate predecessors. It could be a different story with the Galaxy S25 Ultra, with many Samsung watchers assuming that the ultrawide lens is going to get a higher-resolution sensor. Rumors point to a 50MP sensor replacing the 12MP camera that the Galaxy S24 Ultra features. There's also talk of a variable aperture rate for the telephoto lens, which would make zooming smoother in videos and potentially give you more control over background blurs, depending on how Samsung implements the feature. If none of that sounds completely game-changing, keep in mind that camera improvements involve more than just hardware upgrades. There's also the algorithms that Samsung's phones use to process the images you capture so that they come out looking sharper, brighter and more detailed. My colleague John Velasco thinks that Galaxy AI -- there's AI popping up again -- will be the key to improving the Galaxy S25 cameras. Not only can AI fine tune photo-processing features, but it can support post-processing capabilities like the Instant Slow Mo and generative editing tools Samsung introduced last year. Let's turn our attention away from AI, and talk about what figures to be the most significant hardware change to the Galaxy S25 lineup -- the addition of the Snapdragon 8 Elite system-on-chip. Reports have Samsung using Qualcomm's latest silicon in all its new flagships, rather than using a mix of Snapdragon and Exynos chipsets as it has recently. We've already seen the benefits of the Snapdragon 8 Elite when it comes to performance, as both the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro and OnePlus 13 use that system-on-chip. Both devices saw notable performance gains over their Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-equipped predecessors, so we're likely to see a similar uplift with the Galaxy S25. The Snapdragon 8 Elite is more power efficient, too, which bodes well for the battery life on Samsung's upcoming phones. Oh, and Qualcomm also upgraded the neural processor on its new chipset with a new architecture for its AI engine that allows the silicon to power more on-device AI features. Because it all comes back to AI, as we keep discovering. Every time I preview a product launch, the price of the upcoming devices always seems to be the one question at the top of my mind. It's understandable -- how much something costs goes a long way toward determining if it's going to be something you wind up buying. There may be some bad news on the pricing front for the Galaxy S25. Persistent rumors claim the price will be going up, at least on some models. Part of that can be attributed to higher component costs -- the Snapdragon 8 Elite is said to be a pretty pricey bit of silicon -- while political unrest in Samsung's home market of South Korea may contribute to increases as well. The firmest evidence we have is a leaked pricing sheet supposedly showing European prices for the different S25 models -- with prices generally €60 to €100 higher than what the equivalent S24 models cost. In the U.S., the Galaxy S24 starts at $799 with the Plus and Ultra models costing $999 and $1,299, respectively. Keep those prices in mind when Samsung starts talking about what it's charging for its new phones on Wednesday. Samsung rarely sticks to just one product announcement at Unpacked. For instance, a year ago, the Galaxy Ring got a sneak peek at Unpacked 2024 alongside the Galaxy S24 release. So it's likely Samsung would do something similar this year. The question, though, is what might join the Galaxy S25 on stage. The Galaxy Ring 2 might have seemed like a potential contender, even if it was to only preview the smart ring and talk about new health-tracking features. But with Samsung announcing new Galaxy Ring sizes and features ahead of Unpacked, I think we can cross that possibility off the list. Samsung is reportedly working on an ultra-thin version of the Galaxy S25, and renders of that device just leaked. But most Galaxy S25 Slim rumors have the phone arriving later on in 2025, and you wouldn't imagine Samsung shifting focus away from phones you'll be able to pre-order right away toward something that may not show up until the summer. I think the best possibility for a "surprise" reveal from Samsung is something the company already talked about in December -- a new mixed reality headset based on the Android XR platform. Samsung confirmed the existence of Project Moohan late last year, announcing that it planned to release a headset in 2025. Galaxy Unpacked seems like the perfect venue to go into greater detail about what this headset can do, even if Samsung's not ready to announce a concrete ship date just yet.

Samsung could unveil 4 surprise products at Unpacked 2025 - here's what we expect

The Galaxy S25 series is slated to be announced tomorrow at Unpacked, but we may also get surprise appearances on the wearables side. Samsung is kicking off its first Unpacked event for 2025 tomorrow, January 22. Although there's still a day until airing, we have a fairly good sense of what will be revealed. Spoiler: The Galaxy S25 series will undoubtedly be the star of the show. Also: Samsung Unpacked 2025: How to watch and what to expect New Galaxy smartphones are usually shown off during the first Unpacked of the year. Plus, Samsung revealed the topic in its formal invitation. The company stated that "the new Galaxy S series is about [to reset] the bar once again". Artificial intelligence (AI) is probably set to be the second-biggest topic, as Samsung referred to the "new AI developments as premium Galaxy innovations." But what about the rest of the show? Well, there's a good chance more will be unveiled at the event, even if it's in the form of a short teaser image or video. Samsung has been working on all sorts of devices outside of its wheelhouse for the past few years, and they could make a surprise appearance at Unpacked 2025. Below is a list of four potential candidates. The Galaxy S series normally consists of three devices: a base, a Plus, and an Ultra model. However, if you look at the teaser trailer for the event, there's a fourth. I believe this mystery smartphone is the Galaxy S25 Slim. Recently, notable insider OnLeaks, in collaboration with SmartPrix, posted multiple images of this potential mobile device. According to the leak, it'll have a 6.7 to 6.8-inch screen, similar to the S25 Ultra, but much skinnier. The S25 Slim measures 6.4mm thick (about a quarter of an inch), whereas the Ultra will be 8.2mm (roughly 0.3 inches). Also: The most exciting Samsung Galaxy S25 model likely won't be announced at Unpacked Keep in mind that those numbers do not factor in the camera bump. The lenses add heft to the S25 Slim, but it doesn't increase in size much -- only to 8.3mm. Possible features include a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 12GB of RAM, and support for OneUI 7 over Android 15. It's unknown why Samsung has been working on a skinny Galaxy phone, but it could be due to Apple. Rumors from the past few months suggest the existence of an iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim (the name bounces between the two). Samsung seemingly wants to get ahead of the curve by releasing a lightweight phone first. The Galaxy Ring 2 could appear at the event even though the first model launched less than a year ago in July. Competition from rivals like Oura may be forcing the tech giant's hand. So, what can you expect to see? Last December, DigiTimes claimed the wearable would introduce several improvements, including a battery life of up to seven days, "more accurate health data sensors," and improved AI functions. The report also mentioned "two new sizes," although there is some debate regarding its form factor. Dutch website Galaxy Club found a Korea patent for a prototype Galaxy Ring with a malleable design. Also: Samsung's Galaxy Ring 2 at Unpacked? What we know and features I'm hoping for Instead of a rigid body, the inner ring is elastic, allowing the wearable to stretch over or contract the user's finger. This one-size-fits-all design eliminates the need for different ring sizes. Another Samsung patent from May 2024 showed the tech giant was working on a "ring type wearable" sporting two outside screens that display different app icons. Tapping one of these icons would show "relevant information." What this information is exactly is unknown. Showing app notifications is one possible option. The May patent hints at potential sensors, such as ones for measuring heart rates and body temperature. Not one to fall behind industry trends, Samsung has been developing an augmented reality headset, code-named Project Moohan. Very little is known about the headset. Dimensions, screen resolution, and hardware remain a mystery, although Qualcomm is a named development partner, meaning the device could run on a Snapdragon chipset. Google shared an image of a prototype last month. At a glance, it's reminiscent of the Apple Vision Pro, albeit "with a larger face cover to prevent light bleeding and a Meta-esque head strap for comfort". Also: Apple Vision Pro's killer feature is finally here - and made my $3,500 investment more worth it In addition to Samsung's photograph, Google demonstrated Android XR, which will be Moohan's operating system. ZDNET's Senior Review Editor Kerry Wan pointed out that the OS "is centered around spatial computing applications." It utilizes overlays to display information "and visual cues onto [a] real-world environment." Browser windows, for example, can be anchored in the air to help with multitasking or communicating with Gemini. Entertainment is also a large focus. Users can watch their favorite YouTube channel on a big digital screen and access Google Play Store apps. Alongside Moohan, Samsung has been working on a pair of smart glasses. Once again, details are scarce, but some nuggets of information floating around help paint a picture. Online tipster Jukanlosreve claims the Samsung device will function similarly to Meta Ray-Bans (pictured above). They won't have a display because "micro-LED technology is [apparently] still immature." Instead, the glasses will look like a pair of regular sunglasses. Also: The best wearable tech we've seen at CES Korean outlet Yonhap News provides additional information, stating that the facility will house an AI assistant (probably Google Gemini), gesture recognition, and even the "ability to make payments." Reports state the Samsung device will weigh 50g, about the same weight as a pair of Meta Ray-Ban Wayfarer glasses. Personally, I don't think the smart glasses or Moohan will appear at Unpacked 2025. It feels too early. This type of tech takes a long time to bake in the oven. If anything, the company might show a teaser, but a full-on reveal? That will likely be held onto until later in the year. But I'm all for surprises, Samsung.

4 surprise products that we could see at Samsung Unpacked 2025

The Galaxy S25 series is expected at the event, but we may also get surprise appearances on the wearables side. Samsung is kicking off its first Unpacked event for 2025 on Wednesday, January 22. Although there is about a week until airing (at the time of this writing), we have a pretty good idea of what will be revealed. Spoiler: The Galaxy S25 series will undoubtedly be the star of the show. Also: Samsung Unpacked 2025: How to watch and what to expect New Galaxy smartphones are usually shown off during the first Unpacked of the year. Plus, Samsung revealed the topic in its formal invitation. The company stated that "the new Galaxy S series is about [to reset] the bar once again". Artificial intelligence (AI) is probably set to be the second-biggest topic, as Samsung referred to the "new AI developments as premium Galaxy innovations." But what about the rest of the show? Well, there's a good chance more will be unveiled at the event, even if it's in the form of a short teaser image or video. Samsung has been working on all sorts of devices outside of its wheelhouse for the past few years, and they could make a surprise appearance at Unpacked 2025. Below is a list of four potential candidates. The Galaxy S series normally consists of three devices: a base, a Plus, and an Ultra model. However, if you look at the teaser trailer for the event, there's a fourth. I believe this mystery smartphone is the Galaxy S25 Slim. Recently, notable insider OnLeaks, in collaboration with SmartPrix, posted multiple images of this potential mobile device. According to the leak, it'll have a 6.7 to 6.8-inch screen, similar to the S25 Ultra, but much skinnier. The S25 Slim measures 6.4mm thick (about a quarter of an inch), whereas the Ultra will be 8.2mm (roughly 0.3 inches). Also: The most exciting Samsung Galaxy S25 model likely won't be announced at Unpacked Keep in mind that those numbers do not factor in the camera bump. The lenses add heft to the S25 Slim, but it doesn't increase in size much -- only to 8.3mm. Possible features include a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 12GB of RAM, and support for OneUI 7 over Android 15. It's unknown why Samsung has been working on a skinny Galaxy phone, but it could be due to Apple. Rumors from the past few months suggest the existence of an iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim (the name bounces between the two). Samsung seemingly wants to get ahead of the curve by releasing a lightweight phone first. The Galaxy Ring 2 could appear at the event even though the first model launched less than a year ago in July. Competition from rivals like Oura may be forcing the tech giant's hand. So, what can you expect to see? Last December, DigiTimes claimed the wearable would introduce several improvements, including a battery life of up to seven days, "more accurate health data sensors," and improved AI functions. The report also mentioned "two new sizes," although there is some debate regarding its form factor. Dutch website Galaxy Club found a Korea patent for a prototype Galaxy Ring with a malleable design. Also: Samsung's Galaxy Ring 2 at Unpacked? What we know and features I'm hoping for Instead of a rigid body, the inner ring is elastic, allowing the wearable to stretch over or contract the user's finger. This one-size-fits-all design eliminates the need for different ring sizes. Another Samsung patent from May 2024 showed the tech giant was working on a "ring type wearable" sporting two outside screens that display different app icons. Tapping one of these icons would show "relevant information." What this information is exactly is unknown. Showing app notifications is one possible option. The May patent hints at potential sensors, such as ones for measuring heart rates and body temperature. Not one to fall behind industry trends, Samsung has been developing an augmented reality headset, code-named Project Moohan. Very little is known about the headset. Dimensions, screen resolution, and hardware remain a mystery, although Qualcomm is a named development partner, meaning the device could run on a Snapdragon chipset. Google shared an image of a prototype last month. At a glance, it's reminiscent of the Apple Vision Pro, albeit "with a larger face cover to prevent light bleeding and a Meta-esque head strap for comfort". Also: Apple Vision Pro's killer feature is finally here - and made my $3,500 investment more worth it In addition to Samsung's photograph, Google demonstrated Android XR, which will be Moohan's operating system. ZDNET's Senior Review Editor Kerry Wan pointed out that the OS "is centered around spatial computing applications." It utilizes overlays to display information "and visual cues onto [a] real-world environment." Browser windows, for example, can be anchored in the air to help with multitasking or communicating with Gemini. Entertainment is also a large focus. Users can watch their favorite YouTube channel on a big digital screen and access Google Play Store apps. Alongside Moohan, Samsung has been working on a pair of smart glasses. Once again, details are scarce, but some nuggets of information floating around help paint a picture. Online tipster Jukanlosreve claims the Samsung device will function similarly to Meta Ray-Bans (pictured above). They won't have a display because "micro-LED technology is [apparently] still immature." Instead, the glasses will look like a pair of regular sunglasses. Also: The best wearable tech we've seen at CES Korean outlet Yonhap News provides additional information, stating that the facility will house an AI assistant (probably Google Gemini), gesture recognition, and even the "ability to make payments." Reports state the Samsung device will weigh 50g, about the same weight as a pair of Meta Ray-Ban Wayfarer glasses. Personally, I don't think the smart glasses or Moohan will appear at Unpacked 2025. It feels too early. This type of tech takes a long time to bake in the oven. If anything, the company might show a teaser, but a full-on reveal? That will likely be held onto until later in the year. But I'm all for surprises, Samsung.

4 Announcements I Hope To See at Galaxy Unpacked 2025

How Using Apps to Track Everything Unexpectedly Made My Life Easier Quick Links Galaxy S25 Slim Galaxy S25 Series Project Moohan New Galaxy AI Features January not only signals the start of a new year but also kicks off an event many look forward to -- Galaxy Unpacked 2025. With the event scheduled for January 22, here are four announcements I've got my fingers crossed for. 1 Galaxy S25 Slim Looking at past tradition, Samsung typically releases three devices in its flagship Galaxy S series: a standard, a Plus, and an Ultra model. Occasionally, Samsung introduces an FE (Fan Edition) model months after the release of the standard lineup, offering many of the best features of the original devices at a more budget-friendly price. However, this year, Samsung is reportedly adding a fourth device to the lineup: the Galaxy S25 Slim. The event's teaser seems to supports this rumor, showing four different phones placed next to each other. Since I carry my devices everywhere, portability always plays a major role in my purchasing decisions. As such, the Galaxy S25 Slim is an addition I'm genuinely excited about. The Galaxy S25 Slim is expected to have the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, built on TSMC's 3nm process. The phone is also expected to pack an "Ultra" camera setup, including a 200 MP main camera sensor similar to last year's Ultra model, which takes great photos according to the tests showcased in our S24 Ultra review. The device is reportedly around 6.4mm thick and is equipped with a 6.7-inch OLED display. While a part of me suspects we might not see this phone until mid-2025, it doesn't hurt to hope for an earlier launch! After all, rumors have been floating around about Apple releasing an iPhone 17 Air this fall, so Samsung may release its slimmer phone earlier to get a head start in the market! 2 Galaxy S25 Series As mentioned above, Samsung typically announces its flagship smartphone lineup for the year during its Galaxy Unpacked event in January, and this year is expected to follow the same pattern. All three devices are expected to pack Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and run Samsung's One UI 7 on top of Android 15. Rumors suggest the screen size for the Galaxy S25 and S25+ will remain the same as their predecessors, while the S25 Ultra may get a slightly larger 6.9-inch display. While most high-end Android phones now ship with 12GB of RAM, including the 2024 Z Flip 6, the base Samsung flagship has yet to make the switch. That's expected to change soon, with the Galaxy S25 including 12GB of RAM across all storage variants. The base storage will also likely increase to 256GB. 3 Project Moohan While Samsung primarily focuses on the flagship Galaxy S series during the January Galaxy Unpacked event, it often surprises us with additional product announcements as well. For example, the tech giant revealed the Galaxy Ring alongside the Galaxy S24 series at Unpacked 2024. While I don't expect a Galaxy Ring 2 debut this time around, Samsung may announce either the XR smart glasses or its take on the Apple Vision Pro -- both reportedly part of Samsung's internal project, code-named Project Moohan. The existence of both the AR glasses and the headset was confirmed in a blog post on Samsung Newsroom on December 13, 2024. Thankfully, rumors suggest they may make their debut at Galaxy Unpacked 2025! 4 New Galaxy AI Features 2024 was all about Artificial Intelligence, and I don't expect this year to be any different. That's why I expect Samsung's entire S25 lineup to be packed with a wealth of AI features alongside the best Galaxy AI tools from previous models. Similar to how Apple revamped Siri with Apple Intelligence, Samsung reportedly plans to use AI to make its digital assistant, Bixby, more powerful. This should hopefully bring it on par with competitors like Siri. The enhanced Bixby will reportedly be able to handle more complex commands. The new flagship phones will likely also be deeply integrated with Google's Gemini AI model, allowing tasks within apps to be handled directly on the device. All in all, I genuinely hope Galaxy AI will feature tools I can actually use on a day-to-day basis. At the end of the day, all we can do is wait for Galaxy Unpacked 2025 to roll around and see what Samsung actually has in store. In the meantime, if you're planning to upgrade your current smartphone, Samsung is offering a $50 credit when you reserve the latest Galaxy device on its website. The best part? There's no commitment, so if you change your mind, you have nothing to lose. So, now might be a good time to put your name on the list before the offer ends!

Galaxy Unpacked 2025

Get ready for AI that is more natural and intuitive. The next evolution of Galaxy AI is coming and it's going to change the way you interact with the world every day. The new Galaxy S series is about to set the bar once again for mobile AI experiences now and into the future. On January 22, Samsung Electronics will host Unpacked in San Jose. Join us as we unveil a new chapter in mobile AI -- premium Galaxy innovations that bring seamless convenience into every moment of your life. The event will be streamed live on Samsung Newsroom beginning at 10 a.m. PT, 1 p.m. EST, 6 p.m. GMT and 7 p.m. CET.

New Samsung Galaxy S25 images reveal two interesting details

Samsung's next Galaxy Unpacked is a week away, and that's when we expect the Samsung Galaxy S25 series to get announced. But that hasn't stopped all the leaks from coming out, and here's another interesting tidbit about the refined camera design, as well as a quick peek at what One UI 7 holds. Evan Blass, a leaker with a reputable track record, showed off some new images of the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus in a newsletter. These images give us the closest and sharpest look of the upcoming phones so far. The images showcase a dark blue color, which we were expecting, but it also reveals that the color of the body also extends to the camera rings themselves. We haven't seen this before in any previous leaks, and it's a really nice touch. Recommended Videos There is also an image of the Galaxy S25 Ultra, showing off more rounded corners, the colored camera rings, and the S Pen. We can also see what appears to be incredibly thin bezels on the display, which have been a constant in the rumors. Though the images are more focused on the hardware aspect of the Galaxy S25 series, the more interesting part could be a new feature in One UI 7. Please enable Javascript to view this content We expect the Galaxy S25 line to launch with Android 15 and One UI 7, but One UI 7 has already been in the beta stages for Galaxy S24 owners. This is a major update for Samsung's custom Android fork, and one of those new features is the "Now Bar," which Samsung showed off in its promotional images. But today's pictures reveal something called the "Now Brief," which Samsung teased last month. The Now Brief appears to be an AI summary, likely of your notifications and other important alerts. We won't have to wait much longer for Samsung to take the curtain off the Galaxy S25 and One UI 7. Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked will be held on January 22.

Samsung Hypes Galaxy S25 Features Ahead of Launch

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. As we approach Samsung's upcoming Unpacked event on January 22, the company continues to hype and tease what's to come. We will no doubt see the Galaxy S25 series, but what will make it different from past devices? Samsung is highlighting One UI 7 and Galaxy AI ahead of the launch, which is fitting since we're relatively certain that the Galaxy S25 hardware isn't much changed from last year. That means we should expect to see differences in the software. Here's what Samsung is saying. With One UI 7, Samsung's first integrated AI platform, coming soon to Galaxy S series devices - Galaxy smartphones will become true AI companions that understand natural language through text, speech, and images. They will set a new standard of multimodal mobile AI for unprecedented creativity. Those are fancy words, which are fine, but an actual example of something users can do that is updated would be for the S Pen enjoyers. Let's say you draw a picture of a cat, then you can type "spacesuit" and AI will take your rough cat sketch and then provide images of a cat wearing a spacesuit. You can then tell AI where you want that cat to be, like in space or on a beach. This builds upon the existing Sketch to Image feature. We're one week away from Unpacked and we'll be there to bring you all of the news. In the meantime, be sure to reserve your Galaxy S25 here and save a lot of money in the process.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Promo Images Leak Ahead of Launch

Galaxy S25 Ultra may come with rounded corners instead of a boxy design Samsung is scheduled to launch the next generation of Galaxy S series devices, ubiquitously known as the Galaxy S25 series, at the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22. Ahead of the anticipated debut, promotional images of all three models in the lineup -- the base Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25+ and the top-end Galaxy S25 Ultra -- have been leaked. The images corroborate the key design changes the phones are expected to go through. Among them, the top-of-the-line Galaxy S25 Ultra will likely come with the most radical transformation. Tipster Evan Blass' latest leakmail contains promotional images of the purported Galaxy S25 models. The first image reveals the design of the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+, most of which remains unchanged from their Galaxy S24 series counterparts. The handsets appear to sport a similar camera unit as their predecessors, with three distinct lenses at the back that match the colour of the phones' rear cover as well as the frame. Leaked Promo Image of Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ Photo Credit: Evan Blass On the other hand, promo images suggest that the Galaxy S25 Ultra may undergo more significant changes, ditching its boxy design which has become synonymous with Samsung's 'Ultra' models in recent years for a more rounded appearance. It is teased to get thinner bezels than last year's model. The camera module at the back remains the same but with one key change -- the colour of the lens rings. As per the leaked image, they appear to match the colour of the phone's frame but not the rear panel. Meanwhile, the handset is still said to retain the quad camera setup offered by its predecessor, although there may be changes to the lenses this time around. Samsung has officially teased that it will unveil the next big leap in mobile artificial intelligence (AI) experiences at Galaxy Unpacked. There's Galaxy AI -- a suite of AI features like Live Translate, Note Assist, and Sketch to Image, which are exclusive to Galaxy devices. The company claims it will "redefine" what it means to be a true AI companion.

New Samsung Galaxy S25 leak shows off cameras and killer One UI 7 AI feature

We are just over a week away from the Samsung Unpacked event, where the Korean company will officially debut the Galaxy S25 series. You'd think the leaks would slow down, but not so, as we received another leak with promotional images of the new flagship phones. The images, from leaker Evan Blass via newsletter, show off the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus close up in a dark blue colorway and a silver-looking view. The blue color seems to extend up the camera ring, something that we hadn't seen in previous image leaks. Outside of that, we see the curved corners and the ringed camera lenses with a slightly different aesthetic to the lenses compared to the cameras on the Galaxy S24. The second image shows off the Galaxy S25 Ultra with an S Pen in one corner, the newly curved corners and a silver color. It also shows off the skinny bezels of the display, which we've seen in previous leaks. One interesting highlight in the S25 Ultra image is a slight peek at a new Galaxy AI feature that appears to be the "Now Bar." The Now Bar is a feature revealed for the One UI 7 operating system upgrade that Samsung teased in December. It appears similar to Apple's Dynamic Island feature, using various live widgets (timers, playback, translations, etc) hosted in a a pill-shaped interface. Ideally you can monitor these widgets via the lock screen instead of opening up your phone. According to Samsung, the lock screen will get a new notification system that recognizes priority notifications to enable faster access from the lock screen. This specific image shows off the "Now Brief," which looks like it will showcase highlights.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 is coming soon, but should you upgrade? Here's my expert advice

The Samsung Unpacked winter event is just around the corner now, and it's highly likely that the Samsung Galaxy S25 range will be unveiled next week. The usual reservation campaign is up, the leaks are flying, and it's just around that time of year that we usually see the 'S' series of Galaxy devices. In short, it's time to start considering that upgrade if you're a fan of these excellent Samsung devices. For many, the decision on whether to upgrade or not may be a difficult one - these are likely to be expensive devices, after all. Because of that, I've put together a short guide on what to expect later this month in terms of deals, likely new features, and my own personal opinion on whether these devices are going to be worth it. Before we jump in, note that Samsung Galaxy devices are usually unveiled and then are up for preorder immediately after Samsung Unpacked. The next event is scheduled next week on Wednesday, January 22nd so these devices are literally just around the corner now. I've already written a post on why it's a good idea to reserve a Galaxy S25 so you can check that page out if you want a full run-down. The long and short of it is that this reservation campaign is one; free, and two; doesn't lock you down for a preorder. You'll also get a handy $50 in store credit as a bonus if you do in fact preorder, which will be useful for getting things like cheap earbuds, chargers, cases, and so on once the devices are available for preorder. As someone who covers the best cell phone deals nearly every week for TechRadar, let me tell you straight-up - trade-in rebates are going to dominate at least 90% of the available promotions for prospective upgraders. You probably already know this - but the rebates are really the deciding factor for most when it comes to lining up that upgrade. Samsung itself has already confirmed that there will be 'additional savings of up to $1,250' for its initial preorder offerings. I'd be surprised if this didn't comprise a trade-in rebate of up to $1,000 off for the Ultra ($800 off for the standard S25), a free storage upgrade, and potentially a free pair of earbuds or another small gift. This is standard procedure from the brand - see the recent Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 launches, for example. The major carriers will almost certainly follow suit with similar promotions at launch. Verizon was recently offering free Galaxy Watches and Samsung tablets alongside Android flagships, which was a pretty good deal that I hope it brings back again for the Galaxy S25 launch. We just published a really great Samsung Galaxy S25 rumored features round up that's well worth checking out if you want a full run-down of what we're expecting. To summarize, however, there are quite a few leaks right now that suggest the upcoming devices will feature new chipsets, an overall redesign, potentially a new ultra-wide camera, and a host of new AI features - because, know know, it's 2024 and every phone needs AI things now. One of the most interesting rumors I've seen so far suggests that there could be a new 'Slim' model joining the line-up. That would potentially expand the range to four models in total, unless Samsung decides to phase-out the often overlooked Plus. We reported on some leaked Galaxy S25 Slim renders the other day, which could give you an idea of what this model will look like. Circling back to the new features for the Galaxy S25 - it's almost certain that Samsung will double-down on its recent focus on AI features. Right now, for example, the Samsung Unpacked teaser specifically mentions "a true AI companion" as it's main marketing spiel. Since the video itself showcases someone the voice assistant, Samsung is almost certainly going to supercharge Bixby with support for much more advanced tasks. When it comes to upgrading, there's no one key piece of advice I can give to our readers. Generally speaking, you're going to have a much better idea of what your require out of your device - and the state of your old device and so on. Unless you're a keen early adopter, those currently holding a Galaxy S24 will easily be able to sit this one out in my opinion. The Galaxy S25 is going to be more powerful and more feature-laden, sure, but I don't feel there's a real 'killer' feature in the rumors so far that really jusitifies that roundup. If you can get a free upgrade, however, then by all means jump on that. Things get a little murkier for those on Galaxy S23 series devices and older. A Galaxy S23 in good working order is likely to fetch a decent rebate via trade-in still so there's an argument to handing it over before it really devaluates. In addition, the leap from the older hardware to the newer stuff is likely to be significant if the new devices recieve a RAM upgrade as well as a new chipset. And, if the AI features are important to you - then know that the latest chipsets will be build ground-up for AI optimisation. A number of the latest AI features will either be slower or flat-out won't be supported on the older series devices.