Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge Hands-On: A Super-Thin Smartphone Experience

Introducing the Galaxy S25 Edge

• 📱 The Galaxy S25 Edge is Samsung's newest phone, focusing on a super lightweight and thin design.
• 📏 It measures just 5.8 mm thick and weighs 163 grams, making it impressively slim.

Key Specifications and Features

• 📸 The camera system includes a 200-megapixel wide camera and a 12-megapixel ultrawide on the back, with a 12-megapixel front camera.
• 🔋 It features a 3,900 mAh battery with support for 15-watt wireless charging, aiming for all-day usage.
• 🛡️ The phone boasts a titanium frame and Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 for the display and Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for the back, maintaining an IP rating consistent with the S25 series.
• 🚀 Powered by a Snapdragon 8 Elite chip for Galaxy, it supports various Galaxy AI features.
• 💾 Storage options include 12 gigabytes of RAM with either 256 GB or 512 GB of internal storage.

Design and Display

• ✨ The Galaxy S25 Edge comes in three colors: icy blue, silver, and jet black.
• 🌌 It features a 6.7-inch display, similar in size to the S25 Plus, but in a much thinner form factor.
• 🤏 Even with a minimalist clear case, the phone retains its slim profile and lightweight feel.

Comparisons and Impressions

• ⚖️ Compared to the S25 Baseline, the S25 Edge is noticeably thinner, and it shares the same display size as the S25 Plus but with a different thickness.
• 🚀 While Samsung emphasizes its thinness, it's noted that the Galaxy Z Fold is thinner when unfolded.
• 👍 The lightweight feel is highlighted as a primary positive attribute, more so than its thinness.
• 🧐 The camera bumps are described as not obtrusive, contributing to the device's sleek design.
• 💪 Initial durability tests suggest the phone feels sturdy and not prone to bending.

Availability and Pricing

• 🗓️ The Galaxy S25 Edge is available for pre-order now and will arrive on May 30th.
• 💰 The price for this device is $1,100.