- Galaxy S25 series is poised for a significant design overhaul under Ilhwan Lee.
- Rumored groundbreaking 200MP camera in Galaxy S25 Ultra.
- Samsung considering earlier launch schedule for Galaxy S25.
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 processor likely to power the Galaxy S25 models.
The Samsung Galaxy S25 could likely get a significant design refresh if reports are to be believed.
This update, led by Ilhwan Lee, the Design Team Leader of the MX (Mobile eXperience) division, aims to infuse the flagship series with a “fresh” feel. Whatever that means.
Design Evolution
All recent Galaxy S series smartphones had the same rinse-and-repeat strategy in terms of design.
Why fix something that’s not broken? However, as per a leak, Ilhwan Lee, renowned for his previous work at Mercedes-Benz, has been at the helm of the MX Design Team since December 2022.
His appointment to craft the Galaxy S25 series suggests might give the lineup an exciting shift towards more innovative and possibly luxury-inspired aesthetics.
Furthermore, since Samsung generally employs a trickle-down design philosophy, it is possible to see the new premium aesthetics possibly make their way to the A series.
Galaxy S25 Series: Rumours so Far
The S25 series is more than a year away but the rumour mill has churned out interesting stuff.
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumoured to feature a groundbreaking 200MP primary camera, with a new 1-inch image sensor with 0.8µm pixels, dual-pixel autofocus, and an in-sensor crop zoom.
Apart from that, Samsung is also reportedly replacing the 50MP ISOCELL GN3 image sensor, used in the upcoming Galaxy S24 and S24+, with advanced Sony image sensors in the Galaxy S25 line.
Also, Samsung is considering advancing its launch schedule. The Galaxy S24 series is expected to debut on January 17th, 2024, with a release date of January 30th, aiming to capture market share earlier in the year.
The same can be said for the S25 series which might see the day of light perhaps in December 2024.
The Galaxy S25 models could be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 which is likely to use TSMC’s advanced 3nm process node. Well, that is it for now.
In a few months, we should be getting renders and leaks about the S25 series so we will update you on the new developments as when they happen.
FAQs
What design changes can we expect in the Samsung Galaxy S25 series?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 series, under the guidance of Ilhwan Lee from the MX Design Team, is expected to undergo a significant design refresh. This change is anticipated to bring more innovative and possibly luxury-inspired aesthetics to the flagship series.
Are there any rumors about the camera specifications of the Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumoured to feature a 200MP primary camera with a new 1-inch image sensor, 0.8µm pixels, dual-pixel autofocus, and in-sensor crop zoom, potentially setting a new standard for smartphone photography.
When is the Samsung Galaxy S25 series expected to launch?
While the exact launch date is not confirmed, Samsung is considering releasing the Galaxy S25 series earlier than usual, potentially around December 2024, following the earlier launch of the Galaxy S24 series in January 2024.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Specs
GENERAL
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | December 09, 2024 (Expected) |
DESIGN
| Bezel less | Yes |
DISPLAY
| Type | Color Dynamic AMOLED 2X (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Size | 6.73 inches, 1800 x 3200 pixels, 144 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 546 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 93.07% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus Plus |
| Features | Always-on Display, HDR10+, 2000 nits (peak) |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
MEMORY
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 4.0 |
| Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
| GPRS | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes |
| 3G | Yes |
| 4G | Yes |
| 5G | Yes |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Vo5G | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v3.2 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
EXTRA
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer, Gyro Sensor, Geomagnetic Sensor, Hall Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | No |
| Extra | NFC |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.5 m upto 30 min |
| IP Rating | IP69 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes |
CAMERA
| Rear Camera | 108 MP f/1.8 (Wide Angle) 12 MP f/2.4 (Telephoto) 12 MP f/2.2 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
| Features | Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Video Recording | 8K @ 24 fps UHD, 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 960 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | Punch Hole 12 MP f/2.2 (Wide Angle) |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
TECHNICAL
| OS | Android v14 |
| Custom UI | OneUI 6.0 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen3 |
| CPU | Octa Core Processor |
| GPU | Adreno GPU |
| IP Rating | IP69 |
| Java | No |
| Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
| Yes | |
| Music | MP3, M4A, 3GA, AAC, OGG, OGA, WAV, AMR, AWB, FLAC, MID, MIDI, XMF, MXMF, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, DSF, APE |
| Video | MP4, M4V, 3GP, 3G2, AVI, FLV, MKV, WEBM |
| FM Radio | No |
| Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
| Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4800 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 67W Fast Charging |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 45W |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 10W |
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