The Galaxy S25 Ultra Comes Out Early 2025: What to Expect (Rumored)

The Galaxy S25 Ultra's rumored features are quite promising. Here’s a quick takeaway from several leaked features we recently covered.

• An Exynos 2500 and Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 4 processor will power the S25 Ultra.

• Battery life is rumored to cap at 5000 mAh, with 45W wired and 25W Qi2 wireless charging.

• Yes, there’s a potential integration of Qi2 wireless charging.

• The S25 Ultra will have rounded corners and ‘curvier’ this time, with a 6.8-inch flat screen display.

• Available colors for the S25 Ultra are Black, Green, Blue, and Titanium.

• The Galaxy S25 Ultra may cost around $1,299+ base price.

Ice Universe on X also showed us how slimmer the S25 Ultra bezels can get with this rounder and flatter design:

With new leaks surfacing every few days, the S25 Ultra aims not only to rival other Android brands but also to take on Apple’s flagship models head-to-head. Samsung appears to be taking a page from its competitors, refining the design and functionality to appeal to a broad audience. Let’s keep ourselves in the loop of the latest Galaxy S25 rumors below.

• The S24 used to have sharper edges, and the S25 seems to be moving in a different direction with softer, rounded corners. It’s getting a lot of nods from fans, saying it’s about time to embrace this trend in design.
  
  

• We can expect the beloved S Pen to return with the S25 Ultra. This feature remains exclusive to the Ultra model.
  
  

• The S25 Ultra may retain the premium titanium construction introduced with the S24 Ultra, along with Corning’s glare-free glass. This design promises a luxurious yet durable build and minimized reflections and glare.

• Leaked images of third-party silicone cases hint at a familiar vertically aligned camera module. However, there appears to be space for an extra lens, indicating a potential camera upgrade. All control buttons are on the right side, a feature that’s consistent with Samsung’s practical button placement.

Besides the hardware upgrades, something software-related news caught us by surprise. Leaker Chun Bai on X shared that the S25 will be the first Galaxy S series to support A/B software updates. This system, common in Android’s seamless update technology, allows users to install updates in the background on an inactive “partition” of the device. When ready, the device simply switches to the updated partition, minimizing downtime and interruptions. This is especially useful for security patches and large firmware updates.

The Google Pixel devices have had this feature. If rumors are true, this update system will be a first for the Galaxy S series.

The S-series will be Samsung’s first flagship release of the year. Industry insiders believe the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the potential to be the best Android phone in 2025. The new design and performance features are set to appeal to users across the spectrum.

Samsung usually announces its launch date a few weeks before the event. Here’s what we can expect.

Samsung typically releases Galaxy S-series models in the first quarter, often in January or February. This past pattern makes a January 2025 launch for the S25 series a plausible schedule. If this is the case, pre-orders will likely open immediately after the official announcement, with the shipment becoming available around March 2025.

There’s not much said about what comes in the box. The Galaxy S25 Ultra will likely remain consistent with its Galaxy flagship trends, focusing on minimalism. Here’s what you might find inside:

• Galaxy S25 Ultra phone with factory-installed screen protector

• USB-C to USB-C cable for wired charging and data transfer

• SIM ejector tool for SIM card swaps

• Quick start guide and warranty information detailing setup and warranty coverage

Likely, the charging brick will not be included in the box– a recent eco-friendly approach that began with previous models.

Unlike Chinese Android phones, Samsung does not include phone cases inside the box. For the ultimate protection and functionality, we recommend our Super Thin Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Case made of aerospace-grade 600D aramid fiber. It’s featherlight and supports MagSafe wireless charging for enhanced user experience.

We always hear comments about ‘incremental changes’ every time a new Galaxy S series comes out. We simply believe Samsung makes these subtle design tweaks and hardware upgrades with purpose. In its defense, overhauling what already works loses the flagship’s core functionalities. Samsung refines the essentials, keeping its flagship lineup fresh, appealing, and competitive with both Android and iOS rivals.

If you’re planning to buy the Galaxy S25 Ultra next year, we recommend Fiberborne minimalist aramid fiber case for exceptional style and quality.