Samsung's Galaxy S25 series is set to start reaching consumers within the next few weeks, with some fortunate individuals already enjoying their new devices. Even before the majority can experience the phone firsthand, the Galaxy S25 lineup has received a substantial firmware update weighing in at 24 GB. This new update significantly eclipses the 14 GB initial update that accompanied the Galaxy S24, raising questions about the reasons for such a hefty size. One UI 7 is set to debut on the Galaxy S25 devices, infused with advanced AI tools, which likely contributes to the increased update size. Samsung dedicated a significant portion of its Galaxy Unpacked event to showcasing its AI assistant and exclusive Gemini features that promise to enhance user experience.
Feedback surrounding the Galaxy S25 camera rings and display durability has been mixed; many users are hoping for marked improvements in camera quality (although the telephoto lens did receive an upgrade) and enhanced battery performance.
Galaxy S25 Ultra features an enhanced telephoto sensor. | Image credit — Samsung
The new Galaxy S25 phones maintain the same RAM and storage configurations as their predecessors, despite earlier speculation. This decision has reignited discussions among users nostalgic for the days when Galaxy devices included microSD card slots. Furthermore, the extensive 24 GB update—with its purported focus on AI—might not sit well with some users, who feel that Samsung's direction strays from their preferences. Nonetheless, the Galaxy S25 models reportedly boast superior cellular reception and camera performance owing to improved software algorithms, and users have noted that device longevity on a single charge has seen enhancements, despite unchanged battery capacities compared to the S24.
In conclusion, while the Galaxy S25 may not present a compelling upgrade for current S24 or S23 owners, it nonetheless stands out as one of the best new smartphones slated for release this year.
