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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s new design decisions leaked
Possible new design decisions for Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra have been leaked. A credible Samsung tipster revealed some changes that the next Galaxy S Ultra will be adopting. These changes aimed at improving the in-hand feel of the flagship compared to the S24 Ultra.
IceUniverse claims that Samsung has made some major changes to the middle frame of the Galaxy S25 Ultra. The middle frame’s top part (near the screen) is angular, while the bottom part (near the back panel) is rounded to enhance the handling.
The tipster also revealed that the middle frame has been narrowed, which will make the Galaxy S25 Ultra look sleeker. Thankfully, a narrowed middle frame will reduce the visual bezel as compared to the Galaxy S24 Ultra, which has a bumped middle frame.
The real leak:
The middle frame of Galaxy S25 Ultra is designed asymmetrically in front and back. The middle frame near the back cover is more rounded, while the part near the screen is straighter. I believe this is Samsung's design considering the feeling of holding. The…— ICE UNIVERSE (@UniverseIce) July 12, 2024
Meanwhile, the phone’s width will likely remain the same as the S24 Ultra. The leak indicates that Samsung is sticking with its design principles alongside making fruitful design changes. It’s going to be a major overhaul in Samsung’s flagship design language in recent years.
Earlier, it was reported that the Galaxy S25 Ultra will ditch its boxy design. The corners will be rounded, inspired by the Galaxy Note 7 design. It will end the concern of crushing the palm while using it for quite some time single-handedly.
The Korean tech giant has recently launched the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6. The foldable phone gets design inspiration from the Galaxy S24 Ultra, making the frame almost angular. The cover screen has also widened, becoming even more useful for most of the tasks.
The company’s next Unpacked could take place in January 2025. Besides the S25 Ultra, Samsung will also launch the Galaxy S25 and S25 Plus. There’s a possibility of MediaTek chipset’s utilization for some markets as Samsung Foundry’s 3nm process is facing yield-related concerns.
Samsung is gearing up to kick off this year’s One UI Beta Program. If you are waiting for One UI 7 Beta, do remember that all Galaxy S24 users won’t be eligible for it in the US. The company’s previous distribution strategy signals limited Beta presence.
Over the years, Samsung made significant improvements in its software distribution. The company still faces criticism over a phased rollout, delayed firmware deployment, and limited Good Lock availability. One UI Beta Program also has a controversial spot.
The One UI 7 Beta will be available in the US, but not for all consumers. The company will avail the firmware to carrier-unlocked models in the country. Meanwhile, carrier-locked models are not eligible for the Beta firmware given previous rollouts.
T-Mobile is an exception here.
Despite incompatibility with carrier variants, Samsung and T-Mobile offer One UI Beta trial to Galaxy users. This year as well, the Galaxy S24 series will be eligible to test the Beta alongside unlocked models.
One UI 7 will be based on the new Android 15 operating system. We expect core security enhancements and a crucial privacy boost. The Gemini Nano will also see some upgrades with the new OS resulting in an enhanced AI experience.
Galaxy AI will also add new useful features for compatible devices. This time, the expansion of AI features could not be like the first phase. However, Galaxy users would surely get amazed experiencing the big upgrade to One UI.
Samsung One UI 7 is expected to introduce new AI features for Galaxy phones. After the initial Galaxy AI debut, Apple launched Apple Intelligence with iOS 18. Samsung has debuted new and improved AI features to counter Apple’s entry into the segment.
Samsung One UI 7 Galaxy AI features wishlist
Galaxy AI brings both on-device AI and cloud-processing-based features. The next frontier of Galaxy AI debuted on July 10 with the Galaxy Z6 series. Nevertheless, we hope for more advanced and useful AI features with the 2025 iteration.
Enhanced on-device and cloud AI
Galaxy S24 and Z6 series powered by Gemini Nano AI model. Google is working on Gemini Nano v2 with more AI capabilities, power efficiency, and reliability. It would benefit smartphones equipping the new AI model developed by Google.
The mixed suite of AI features is beneficial in many ways. Consumers don’t need to worry about privacy with on-device AI features. At the same time, consumers get quite useful image and video editing tools as well as wallpaper generators through cloud-based AI.
OS-level writing tools
One UI 7 should follow Apple’s edge of system-wide writing tools. Galaxy’s next major Galaxy AI upgrade should introduce features like rewrite, proofread, and summarize that work across all apps. Upgraded writing assistance will surely help Galaxy users in their everyday tasks.
AI notifications
Notifications are the most important aspect of our smartphones. Whether it’s a phone call, text message, or social media interaction, the notification function is the key to all. Due to multiple apps and services, users often face a condition where arrangement becomes a tough task.
Apple Intelligence managed to address the problem with the Priority Notifications feature. Artificial intelligence learns the usage patterns and importance plus priority of notifications. Based on deep analysis, the OS displays priority notifications on top followed by others.
Image and video enhancement
One UI 6.1’s Photo Editor added many useful tools for pro-editing in less time. Many third-party AI-powered photo editing apps are loaded with cool features. Samsung should adopt such tools to offer an effortless editing experience on Galaxy devices.
Smart Circle to Search
Circle to Search is a great feature that debuted with the Galaxy S24 series. Samsung and Google expanded it to their flagship devices. Besides, Google is working to fulfill its commitment to installing Circle to Search on 200 million devices worldwide.
This functionality should be further optimized with system functions. The addition of the translate button is worth praising and we need Circle to Search to evolve further. Apple’s iPhones don’t have any feature similar or equivalent to Circle to Search.
Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 are now available to purchase in over 100 countries globally. The new foldables run One UI 6.1.1 software, packing a lot of new Galaxy AI features and improved functions.
The July Unpacked was so thrilling given Samsung’s next frontier for Galaxy AI, powered by One UI 6.1.1. The software fuels a range of AI features and tools to maximize the large screen and significantly enhance productivity.
Samsung One UI 6.1.1 Galaxy AI Features List
Note Assist
Samsung Notes app added the Note Assist feature with One UI 6.1 earlier this year. The latest upgrade brings in-built transcript and PDF Overlay Translation.
- A newly embedded transcript feature enables transcription, translation, and summarizing of voice recordings directly in Notes.
- Texts in PDF files can be translated and overlaid perfectly through the PDF overlay translation feature in Notes and it even supports text in images and graphs.
Samsung Keyboard
Samsung has also up-leveled its native Keyboard app with a new Composer feature.
- It can generate suggested text based on simple keywords for email and supported social media apps.
- For social media, the Composer creates text that reflects your tone by analyzing previous posts.
Samsung Gallery
Samsung’s Gallery and Notes app integrated a cool Generative AI feature called Sketch to Image. Paired with the S Pen, it takes your creativity and inner artist to a whole new level, you must try it out.
- Sketch to Image lets you create more sophisticated art pieces by generating image options when you simply sketch or draw on the photos in Gallery or Notes.
Samsung x Google
Google has updated the Gemini App for Samsung Galaxy devices. The optimized version is fully integrated into the new Galaxy Z series.
- By simply swiping the corner of the screen or saying, “Hey Google”, you can bring up Gemini’s overlay and get help with writing, learning, or planning.
- Gemini is combined with your favorite Google apps to make it easier to organize a perfect travel itinerary through real-time flight and hotel booking information.
- You can even get detailed info about a YouTube video using the multi-window split-screen to ask questions to Gemini overlay.
- If you are curious about who the artist is in the video, just long-press the home button and circle, highlight, or tap on the screen — and Circle to Search will offer instant search results.
Interpreter
Galaxy AI’s upgraded Interpreter brings a new conversation mode for a dual-screen form factor. It enables both parties to conveniently view translations on the main and cover screens.
Live Translate
Samsung also enhanced Live Translate and it’s set to extend beyond Samsung’s own native calling app to a selection of popular third-party apps such as WhatsApp and Google Meet.
Photo Assist, Photo Studio, and Instant Slow-mo
- Samsung Gallery features even more smart Photo Assist for foldable phones that helps you to effortlessly create professional-grade content.
- Portrait Studio creates a variety of different portrait styles such as 3D avatars, cartoons, or watercolors for more creative possibilities.
- Instant Slow-mo lets you instantly slow a video by generating additional frames while maintaining a smooth viewing experience.
Suggested replies
Consumers will benefit from Suggested replies features. Powered by AI capabilities, it analyzes your latest messages to suggest relevant responses that you can use without any modification.
Photo Ambient
Based on time and weather conditions, Photo Ambient ensures changing the wallpaper in real time. Galaxy users can also create a unified look and feel with suggested screen layout options such as moving the clock and changing the frame color.
Auto Zoom
On the Galaxy Z Flip 6, the FlexCam function added a new Auto Zoom feature. It finds the best framing for your shot by detecting the subject and zooming in and out.
Samsung could rollout some of the new Galaxy AI features to older devices such as the Galaxy Z Fold 5 and Z Flip 5. The company has pledged to install Galaxy AI on 200 million Galaxy devices this year, read more here: the next Galaxy AI expansion may surprise you all.