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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: 5 reasons to be excited about this flagship
Samsung will launch Galaxy S25 Ultra early next year and it will have new features but there are 5 specific reasons that you should be excited about this upcoming flagship.
Besides S25 Ultra, the company has two other phones planned under the S25 belt including a standard and a Plus variant but we’ll stick to Ultra for this article.
Ultra variant defines Samsung’s top-of-the-line hardware and software capabilities. This phone has all that a flagship user can think about. With the next version, the company will further the ultra’s specifications with five new additions. These are:
- Display and Design
- Performance
- Camera
- Battery
- Software
Display
Screen is the key attraction for Samsung’s Ultra devices and S24 U led this segment with slimmer bezels. It is equipped with a 6.8-inch rounded corners display with Quad HD+ resolution and 120 Hz max refresh rate.
Based on recent reports, the S25 Ultra will refine the display and round the corners alongside the middle frame. Unlike its predecessor, this new device will have a flat frame to highlight the slim display sides. It’ll be the first time, Samsung will opt for a flat frame compared to a curved end.
The S25 Ultra could increase the screen to 6.86 inches with a new LED composition, improving the visual quality and viewing angles.
With a new frame and display optimizations, Samsung is aiming for a slightly thin and light body for a better in-hand experience.
Performance
Galaxy S25 Ultra will use Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile processor. This chipset brings 45% performance improvement, 44% power efficiency boost, and a larger shared data cache.
Its new Adreno GPU has a better architecture with 40% performance improvement and 40% gaming frame efficiency.
Snapdragon 8 Elite’s 45% Hexagon NPU can boost 45% performance in AI task handling and similar enhancement in performance per watt. The new chip can support longer token inputs.
Camera
S25 Ultra will use a 200MP main camera, 10MP secondary telephoto with 3X zoom, and 50MP primary periscope zoom with 5X zoom. These camera specs are identical to the previous Ultra model but a new change will come with a 50MP Ultra wide angle.
This new lens will contribute to improved photography and videography in parity with the main camera.
The Snapdragon 8 Elite has AI for ISP fused with Hexagon NPU to provide smart camera features and improved 4K photo and videography. It also supports image editing features such as video objective remover.
Battery
The next-gen S series is likely to retain a 5000mAh battery from its predecessor with 45W fast charging. However, new software and chipsets could improve the power efficiency and extend its battery life.
Software
One UI 7 will debut with Galaxy S25 devices with new graphical changes. For example, the new One UI has refreshed Quick Settings looks and interactiveness.
Aside from UI, the company has made minor tweaks to simplify the interface. It has worked through essential parts of the system such as settings and in-device searches with AI.
The AI software capabilities could also extend to system apps and we primarily see its effect on Camera features for quality enhancements. You can expect Satellite connectivity to be a part of this new operating system.
One UI 7 will extend the focus on device security and data privacy with new tools such as anti-theft and app permission management from Android 15.
Others
The excitement doesn’t stop here, the South Korean phone maker has plans to improve the S-Pen’s pressure sensitivity. On the other hand, you will see new color options with improved titanium material.
Check our Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Section to stay updated with the latest news and reports about this flagship.
Hello, Sammy Fans! Here, we explore the final list of Samsung Galaxy devices that would get the One UI 7 update. The software will bring a refined UI, enhanced privacy and security, improved multitasking, optimized battery, and new customization tricks.
October is about to end but Samsung hasn’t started the One UI 7 Beta Program. The company set a deadline of “end of the year” which means, the Beta Program might start in November or December, before the final unveil in January next year.
One UI 7 Update: List of Eligible Devices
Thanks to Samsung’s track record and leaks, we now have a clearer picture of which Galaxy devices will be eligible for the One UI 7 upgrade.
Galaxy S Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy S21 Series
- Galaxy S21 FE
- Galaxy S22 Series
- Galaxy S23 Series
- Galaxy S23 FE
- Galaxy S24 Series
- Galaxy S24 FE
Galaxy Z Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy Z Flip 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
- Galaxy Z Fold 3 / 4 / 5 / 6
Note: These flagship models are at the top of Samsung’s priority, ensuring they will be among the first to experience One UI 7.
Galaxy Tab Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy Tab S10+ / S10 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab A9 / A9+
- Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro
- Galaxy Tab S8 / S8+ / Tab S8 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 / S9+ / S9 Ultra
- Galaxy Tab S9 FE / S9 FE+
Not only flagships, but Samsung has a reliable track record for rolling out updates to mid-range and budget devices.
Galaxy A/M/F Android 15 Update List
- Galaxy A06
- Galaxy A05s / A15 / A25 /A35 /A55
- Galaxy A14 / A24 / A34 / A54
- Galaxy A33 / A53 / A73
- Galaxy M14 / F14
- Galaxy M34 / M54 / F54
- Galaxy M35 /M55 / F55
Do note that the list is compiled on previous rollouts, software guarantees, and experience.
Flagships released before the S21 series won’t be eligible for the One UI 7 update. Samsung has significantly boosted software support across ranges. However, some popular models like the A52, A72, and A52s are no longer eligible.
Samsung has begun rolling out the October 2024 security update for the Galaxy Tab S9 series. The update is currently live for users in Korea and the company will soon expand it to more countries.
October 2024 security update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series can be identified through the One UI build version ending with BXJ7. This update is based on Android 14 and One UI 6.1.1. It weighs a package size of around 334.75MB.
The fresh security patch addresses over 40 issues to make the device more secure, reliable, and stable. It includes critical fixes from Google for vulnerabilities in Android to enhance security for Galaxy devices against potential threats.
Moreover, Samsung has resolved 12 vulnerabilities, improving system services, Knox services, Galaxy Watch, and more. It protects from possible bugs and viruses to ensure the devices operate smoothly.
It is an initial rollout so it may take some days to reach all Galaxy Tab S9 models. You can check and install the update to enjoy enhanced functions on your tab.
If you have received the notification of the update then install it now to get a bug-free experience. For installtion, open Settings and tap on the Software update option. Inside the submenu, you need to hit the Download and Install button if your Galaxy fetches a new OTA.
October 2024 started with the SDC24 event, where Samsung shared important updates about its software and products. One of the big announcements was the upcoming One UI 7 Beta update for developers, which will be released at the end of this year. While this is a change from last year, some users get disappointed by the timeline. However, Samsung never forgets to release its monthly update on time.
On the 5th day of this month, Samsung began releasing the October 2024 security patch for Galaxy devices to enhance security and stability. The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, launched in late September 2024, is the first smartphone to receive the October 2024 security update. Several more Galaxy devices will get this update in the coming days.
October 2024 security update fixes several vulnerabilities and boosts the overall security of the devices. Samsung will soon release the details and updated devices list on the scope page.
Below you can check a list of Galaxy devices that have received the October 2024 security update.
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Samsung One UI October 2024 Updates List
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- Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G receives October 2024 security update
- Samsung Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra grab October 2024 security update
21/10
- Samsung Galaxy S21 FE gets October 2024 security update in the US
19/10
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, Fold 4 grab October 2024 security update
18/10
- Unlocked Galaxy Z Flip 6, Fold 6 get October 2024 update in the US
17/10
- Samsung Galaxy S21 series starts getting October 2024 security update
- Samsung’s October 2024 update lands for Galaxy A14 5G
- US Galaxy Z Fold 3, Flip 3 models grab October 2024 security update
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- Samsung Galaxy S23 FE receives October 2024 security update
- Samsung Galaxy M35 5G gets security boost with October 2024 update
- 10 Verizon Samsung flagships getting October 2024 security update [US]
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- Samsung Galaxy S22, S22 Plus, and S22 Ultra get October 2024 security update
- Samsung Galaxy A54 5G gains October 2024 security update
11/10
- Samsung brings October 2024 security update to Galaxy A55 5G
10/10
- Samsung Galaxy A13 secures October 2024 update ahead of many flagships
- Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Fold 5 receiving October 2024 security update
- Samsung rolls out October 2024 update to Galaxy Z Fold 6, Flip 6
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- Samsung Galaxy S24 grabs ‘crucial’ October 2024 update in the US
05/10
- Samsung drops October 2024 security update, Galaxy S24 FE takes the lead.
*More devices will be added to this list as Samsung releases the update for them.
If you have a Samsung device from the list above and haven’t updated it yet, go ahead and do it now. If your device isn’t on the list, you can manually check for updates by going to Settings >> Software Update >> Download and Install. You can share software updates screenshots and details by tagging our social media accounts.