Meh, Apple hasn't made an iPhone that tempts me to return to iOS. That said, the S25 Ultra is pretty lackluster, just like the iPhone 16 series...and probably the forthcoming 17s.
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Samsung Launches Galaxy S25 Smartphones With New AI Features
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Most people missed the special Apple Event in which it was shown how the user could add rubber bumpers to the three non-camera bump corners to solve this issue straight away.
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the vertical camera layout hinders its accessibility for magsafe accessories like wallets and batteries. They should do either a triangle layout or a horizontal top layout so magsafe qi2 accessories fit better on the back. Also, can we get multiple users like stock android? Secure folder is ok, but actual multiple users is more feature complete, and you can continue having *both* secure folder *and* multiple users
Also, if we could get an OS- level capability to freeze apps, without having to root or install third party apps, that would be appreciated in this world we live in now with apps that continuously track us, we deserve a break from those apps sometimes. You could market this peace of mind.
Also, if we could get an OS- level capability to freeze apps, without having to root or install third party apps, that would be appreciated in this world we live in now with apps that continuously track us, we deserve a break from those apps sometimes. You could market this peace of mind.
Didnt do to well for the Dodo....plus as Google AI points out
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- Stress and pressure: Intense competition can lead to high levels of stress for individuals and businesses.
- Unethical practices: In the pursuit of winning, companies might engage in unethical behaviors. "
To be fair though, smartphones are a fairly mature platform. What are the options from here? Slow refinement, spec sheet wars (improving numbers on the spec sheet for little tangible benefit), or gimmicks.
I was still able to reuse my Magsafe car mount without any issues on my Fold4 with vertically aligned cameras. The S25 Ultra is an even wider and taller phone so the potential is there. I wish Apple copied PowerShare from Samsung -- reverse charging is useful when I need to use my Fold to wirelessly charge my watch (or even my wife's iPhone, lol).
I’m on the brink of giving up on Apple. Seriously. I held out and held out. Was excited for SirAI last year. Looking at my username, you should know I don’t say this lightly. But now I have to think about what happens to all my iCloud hide my emails and such. It will be a huge pain to switch. But I’m considering it. Despite my lack of trust of Google with my data.
Damn man…
Damn man…
So the S25 /S25+ is thinner, lighter, while having slightly more battery and an extra camera?
Someone on MR once said if Apple could have done it they would have. They can't because it is impossible. And titanium frame doesn't contribute to the extra weight. The extra camera modules is reason why Pro are so heavy.
Someone on MR once said if Apple could have done it they would have. They can't because it is impossible. And titanium frame doesn't contribute to the extra weight. The extra camera modules is reason why Pro are so heavy.
Speaking of Windows, why is it so easy to markup the screenshot on Windows, but on a MAC it takes 10 steps and an instruction manual to highlight the text in the screenshot?
It should be on Polymarket: How many consecutive iOS updates/iPhone releases will contain the word genmojis or emojis?
Apple's share dips show what people think about its AI performance. This is another reminder of how others are leading this. Apple do have the talent and resources to catch up, I just hope soon as I would consider jumping ship if this continues.
Samsung today announced the launch of its new Galaxy S25 smartphone lineup, debuting the Galaxy S25, the Galaxy S25+, and its top-of-the-line Galaxy S25 Ultra. The new devices will directly compete with Apple's iPhone 16 lineup, and unsurprisingly, AI is a major focus.
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Design
Samsung hasn't made major changes to the look of its Galaxy S25 devices, but the S25 Ultra has rounded edges for a more comfortable grip, and Samsung says that it is the slimmest, lightest, and most durable Ultra device to date. It continues to have a 6.9-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, while the Galaxy S25+ offers a 6.7-inch display and the Galaxy S25 offers a 6.2-inch display.
The smartphone has a titanium shell and Corning's Gorilla Armor 2 for the front display, which Samsung says is more durable than glass. Gorilla Armor 2 is like Apple's Ceramic Shield, and it is made from a glass-ceramic material that is meant to improve drop protection and cut down on scratches.
Updated Galaxy Chip
All three of the new smartphones are equipped with a customized Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip that is built on a 3-nanometer process. There is a 37 percent improvement in CPU performance, a 30 percent improvement in GPU performance, and a 40 percent improvement in neural processing and image processing compared to the S24 lineup. Samsung says that the new chip makes it possible to process more AI experiences on-device, mirroring one of Apple's key artificial intelligence aims.
Samsung added a Vulkan Engine for improved ray tracing to compete with Apple devices on the mobile gaming front, and there is a 40 percent larger vapor chamber along with thermal improvements for better heat dissipation.
Camera Technology
There is a new 50-megapixel ultra wide lens for the S25 Ultra, which joins the 200-megapixel wide lens and the 50-megapixel 5x telephoto lens with 100x space zoom and 10x AI-powered "optical quality" zoom. The upgraded ultra wide lens is an S25 Ultra exclusive, and it makes a big improvement to macro shots.
10-bit HDR recording is a default option, which provides "four times richer color expression" for better detail in any lighting condition. Samsung says that the S25 devices are able to analyze movement and time to better reduce noise, providing clearer low-light videos.
Samsung mimicked an iPhone 16 audio feature, adding Audio Eraser for video. Audio Eraser isolates categories of sounds like voices, music, wind, nature, and crowds to tone down or eliminate excess noise. Apple did something similar with Audio Mix for improving the sound captured in videos.
Samsung updated its built-in Filters feature to include new analog filters with a film-like aesthetic for photos and videos, which is akin to Apple's Photographic Styles feature for the iPhone 16 models.
There is a new Virtual Aperture option for controlling depth-of-field, and Galaxy Log recording is available for precise color grading for professional video production.
AI Improvements
According to Samsung, the S25 series includes a "true AI companion" that understands the context of user needs and provides personalized AI experiences. Here are the new AI features:
One of the main new features is the Now Brief, which can be found in the Now Bar. The Now Bar looks a lot like the iPhone's Dynamic Island, and it displays information from select apps throughout the day. In the morning, it displays a morning brief with sleep scores, top news headlines, weather, and more.
- Personal Data Engine - Uses on-device learning to provide "highly tailored experiences" such as the Now Brief.
- Now Brief - There is a Dynamic Island-like "Now Bar" on the that contains a "Now Brief" that guides users through their day.
- Circle to Search - This existing AI option now supports phone numbers, email, and URLs. You can call, email, or visit a website with a tap.
- Quick GIFs - Circle to Search works in all kinds of new ways. If you circle a video in the YouTube app, for example, you can create a wallpaper or a GIF, adding the number of frames from the video that you want.
- Quicker Photo Editing - Samsung's generative editing features provide suggestions on what to remove from a photo, and the actual removal is an improvement over what's available on the iPhone.
- Actionable searches - The S25 supports interactive search with context-aware suggestions for next steps. When you highlight anything with an Circle to Search, you can get suggested actions.
- Natural language - Samsung says that the S25 series supports a "breakthrough in natural language understanding." Users can ask for things like a specific photo in the gallery, to adjust settings, and more.
- Third-party integration - Gemini, which can be activated by pressing the side button, can perform actions between Samsung apps, Google apps, and third-party apps like Spotify.
- Multi-step commands - Gemini and Galaxy AI work together to complete multiple tasks with a single command. For example, you can ask the S25 to find the next few games for your favorite sports team, and add them to your calendar while also sending a link to a contact.
- Portrait Studio - The Portrait Studio for the camera has been improved for creating personalized avatars that have more true-to-life facial expressions.
Later in the day, it can provide live sports scores, info from Google Maps, timers, and more. It's also interactive, like the Dynamic Island.
Pricing and How to Buy
The Galaxy S25 Ultra is priced starting at $1,300 for 256GB of storage. The S25+ is more affordable at $1,000, and the S25 is priced to compete with the iPhone 16 at $800. Samsung also has a new "Galaxy Club" early upgrade program that costs $8.33 per month and eligibility to get a new smartphone every 12 months.
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It won’t be me defending Siri but I did create two consecutive timers with Siri, in Spanish, see screenshot. (I know UI is in English, I prefer it that way, but Siri is configured for Spanish)
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Good devices. But a very minor upgrade compared to the 24 Ultra. Most of the changes are AI/software related and should be made available to the 24 Ultra eventually.
I'm giving Apple until April to sort this horrific OS out or will sell the iPhone 16 pm and find another phone obviously on Android, it annoys me that I've paid £1000 for a phone that runs like a garbage Temu special, it should be a crime, charging so much for utter rubbish
iOS18 has been nothing but butter on my 13pm.
Im surprised no one has discussed performance of the S25 series. They all use custom Snapdragon 8 Elite processors which beat the A18 Pro in every possible metric, including the most important one Single Core. Apple have lost the 2 generation chip advantage the iPhone used to have over Android phones. So they have fallen behind in terms of phone innovation, and now SoC performance to their biggest competitor.
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I thought the latest Snapdragon performance was pretty much on par with the A18. Slightly slower single core, slightly faster multi-core. Is there some new data showing the 8 Elite is unexpectedly faster than the reference devices?
Because it’s not really the case?
Not spot on, i don't have a trust fund, i'm not rich, but i am on the Apple upgrade program and i can upgrade every year and do so
