Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra price may not increase and Apple to be thanked. A lot of rumors indicated a 10 to 12% price hike in the next Galaxy flagships. There are many sensible factors in support of the rumors, but it may not be happening though.

Leaker Jukanlosreve claimed (now deleted) that Samsung may not increase the Galaxy S25, S25 Plus, and S25 Ultra price. It is highlighted that Apple’s price freeze for the iPhone 16 series has made a significant impact on Samsung’s strategy.

Galaxy S25 series price may be as follows

Galaxy S25

• Samsung’s next small flagship may start at $799 for 12GB RAM and 128GB storage. There will be a 256GB model which could be priced around $859 for the carrier-unlocked model.

Galaxy S25 Plus

• The S25 Plus may also be available in two different memory variants with 12GB of RAM. The base 256GB could cost $999 while the 512GB model could have a price tag of $1119.

Galaxy S25 Ultra

• Galaxy S25 Ultra with 12GB RAM could start at $1299 for 256GB storage. The 512GB model could be priced at $1419 while the 16GB + 1TB online model could cost $1659.

Early purchase benefits likely

Samsung will offer various benefits for early buyers. Pre-reservation and pre-order consumers will get enhanced trade-in credit, up to free $50 Samsung Credit, and free double storage.

US residents could also get freebies such as Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Buds with some terms. The offers and benefits solely depend on the official offerings of the phone maker or retailer.

Galaxy S25 Release Date

Samsung may hold the Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22 in the US. The company may introduce the Galaxy S25 series and 4th variant – Galaxy S25 Slim at the event.

However, it’s important to note that these pricing and release info are just rumors at this point. Nothing is official yet. Well, we will keep you updated as more details emerge.

Samsung is a global leader in terms of display innovations. The company’s foldable phones are available internationally. Samsung isn’t stopping at foldable dominance and is reportedly exploring an innovative dual-folding phone that could launch in 2025.

ETNews reported that Samsung could launch a dual-folding phone in 2025. The company has reportedly started developing the new form factor product, with the design decision could be taken by the end of November.

Sources citing ETNews claimed that the South Korean tech giant has recently added a dual-folding foldable phone to its development lineup, and the partner companies have also started development tasks.

Recently, Huawei introduced the world’s first tri-fold smartphone. Practically, the phone can be folded and unfolded twice, double that of the Z Fold 6. The first unfold offers a tablet-sized screen while the second unfold offers a laptop-size screen.

In addition, the report says that Samsung’s dual-folding phone is designed to fold inward twice. The unfolded (maximum) screen size is said to be around 9 to 10 inches, which could be merely 2 inches larger than the Z Fold Special Edition.

Significant changes are expected in Samsung’s foldable lineup next year. With the addition of a dual-folding phone, Samsung’s Galaxy Z lineup could become more diverse. This year, Samsung launched the Z Fold SE for the first time with a slim design.

Samsung hinted at the emergence of a new foldable form factor in its third-quarter earnings announcement. A Samsung executive, said, “We are preparing new form factors for consumers who want a more powerful and innovative mobile experience, and we plan to introduce products to the market when we ensure satisfactory quality and experience in real-world customer usage.”

One UI 7 and Galaxy S25 series are the most discussed topics over the internet. The company is expected to start the Beta Program of One UI 7 this month, while the new flagship phones will be unveiled early next year. Recently, two different sources revealed when Samsung could launch the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra in the US.

MaxJambor, through his sketchy X post, revealed that Samsung could hold the Unpacked on January 22, 2025, in the US, where Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra will be unveiled. The input aligns with the Korean media outlet’s revelation.

Product pre-reservation may start 10 to 15 days before the event takes place. After the unveiling, the global release may take place in early February. Early buyers can expect wonderful benefits apart from pre-reservation advantages.

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During the Q3 earnings call, Samsung confirmed the Galaxy S25 series will be released in the first half of the next year. However, the company hasn’t revealed when it will hold the launch event for the upcoming flagship phones.

Here’s what Korean media believe

Samsung could hold a Galaxy Unpacked event on January 23, 2025. The outlet referred to the date for Korean time, and it will be different in other markets. In most countries, the launch date could fall on January 22, including the US.

It is said that the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra will be unveiled. Samsung is also speeding up its work on the Galaxy S25 Slim. The company is aiming to introduce four models of Galaxy S25 together, adding the Slim variant.

If development remains to be done, Samsung may tease the Galaxy S25 Slim during the Unpacked event. Previously, we’ve heard that the S25 Slim or SE could be announced in the second quarter (more specifically in April 2025.