Samsung Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra: Official Release Today

The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event for 2025 has introduced the latest lineup of Galaxy S25 smartphones, featuring the Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. These models are now available for purchase and shipping from Samsung and various retailers.

For the best deals on unlocked Galaxy phones, Samsung's direct sales platform is the top choice. By preordering from Samsung, you can enjoy phones free of bloatware, along with instant savings, bonus Samsung credit for future purchases, and attractive trade-in offers. Amazon also sweetens the deal with its own bonus gift card promotions.

If you reserved your device ahead of the Galaxy Unpacked event, you're in for extra savings, including a $50 Samsung credit and enhanced trade-in values.

Samsung Galaxy S25

Up to $50 off discounts, up to $100 in Amazon credit, and up to $500 off with trade-in

Bonus $50 in Samsung Credit### Samsung Galaxy S25 Unlocked (128GB)

4$799.99 at SamsungBonus $100 Amazon Gift Card### Samsung Galaxy S25 Unlocked (128GB)

1$799.99 at Amazon### Samsung Galaxy S25 Unlocked (256GB)

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The Galaxy S25 is the entry-level model in the series, priced at $799.99 for the 128GB version, which comes with $50 in Samsung credit. It boasts the powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite octa-core processor and 12GB of RAM, matching the specs of its higher-end siblings. The phone also features a triple-lens camera system inherited from the S24.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Quick Specs

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB of RAM
• 6.2" 2340x1080 (FHD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display
• Aluminum and Glass Construction
• Three Rear Cameras (50MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 12MP Ultrawide)
• Video Recording Up to UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps
• 128-256GB of Internal Storage
• 5G Compatibility and Dual SIM Support
• USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 with Up to 25W Charging Rate
• 4,000mAh Battery
• Galaxy AI Built-In

Samsung Galaxy S25+

Up to $100 off discounts, up to $100 in Samsung credit, and up to $700 off with trade-in

Bonus $100 in Samsung Credit### Samsung Galaxy S25+ Unlocked (256GB)

3$999.99 at SamsungBonus $100 Amazon Gift Card### Samsung Galaxy S25+ Unlocked (256GB)

0$999.99 at Amazon### Samsung Galaxy S25+ Unlocked (512GB)

1$1,119.99 save 9%$1,019.99 at Samsung

The Galaxy S25+ is a step up from the S25, offering a more premium experience within the 2025 lineup. The 256GB model is priced at $999.99 and includes $100 in Samsung credit. It features a larger and sharper 6.7" display, increased internal storage, and a larger battery with faster charging capabilities.

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Quick Specs

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB of RAM
• 6.7" 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display
• Aluminum and Glass Construction
• Three Rear Cameras (50MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 12MP Ultrawide)
• Video Recording Up to UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps
• 256GB-512GB of Internal Storage
• 5G Compatibility and Dual SIM Support
• USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 with Up to 45W Charging Rate
• 4,900mAh Battery
• Galaxy AI Built-In

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Up to $240 off discounts, up to $200 in Amazon credit, and up to $700 off with trade-in

Bonus $100 in Samsung Credit### Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (256GB)

1$1,299.99 at SamsungBonus $200 Amazon Gift Card### Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (256GB)

0$1,299.99 at AmazonBonus $80 in Samsung Credit### Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (512GB)

4$1,419.99 save 8%$1,299.99 at SamsungBonus $60 in Samsung Credit### Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Unlocked (1TB)

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The Galaxy S25 Ultra stands as Samsung's flagship model. The 256GB version is priced at $1,299.99 with $100 in Samsung credit, the 512GB model is on sale for $1,299.99 with a $120 discount and $80 in Samsung credit, and the 1TB model is available for $1,419.99 with a $240 discount and $60 in Samsung credit. The S25 Ultra is equipped with top-tier hardware, including a lighter body, new Gorilla Armor 2 display glass with enhanced anti-reflective coating, a sharper ultrawide lens, and 10-bit HDR video recording capabilities.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Quick Specs

• Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Octa-Core Processor with 12GB of RAM
• 6.7" 3120 x 1440 (Quad HD+) 120Hz AMOLED Display with S-Pen Support
• Titanium and New Gorilla Armor 2 Anti-Reflective Glass Construction
• Four Rear Cameras (200MP Main, 10MP 3X Telephoto, 50MP 5X Telephoto, 50MP Ultrawide)
• 10-Bit HDR Video Recording Up to UHD 8K (7680x4320) @ 30fps with 256GB-1TB of Internal Storage
• 5G Compatibility and Dual SIM Support
• USB Gen 3.2 Gen 1 with Up to 45W Charging Rate
• 5,000mAh Battery
• Galaxy AI Built-In

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Review by Mark Knapp

"The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is an incredibly versatile, elegant, and powerful phone. It should stand out as the best Samsung has to offer, but after years of iteration on this device and a price tag that sets it certainly above many of its competitors (except Apple), the Galaxy S25 Ultra frequently had me asking, 'is this the best Samsung can do?' Samsung's displays, once the best, now have little to stand out from the many excellent competitors. The phone's performance may top the charts briefly, but quickly sinks below the competition in sustained usage. And even the technically impressive cameras fail to offer the character that might make them lovable. Samsung really needed near-perfection this year, and all it delivered was greatness."

A Samsung Galaxy S25 "Edge" May Be Coming Later

At the end of its Galaxy Unpacked presentation, Samsung teased a potential slimmer "Edge" smartphone. Unfortunately, no further details were provided beyond a brief glimpse, leaving us uncertain about its place in the Galaxy S25 lineup and its release date.

Samsung Galaxy AI

Samsung's integration of AI, highlighted at CES 2025, continues with the Galaxy AI algorithm. While AI smartphone integration is still developing, Samsung ensures that many Galaxy AI features are backward compatible with older models, although newer models will better support more demanding features.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Was the Best Phone of 2024

The Galaxy S24 Ultra was our top Android phone of 2024. In our review, Jacqueline Thomas noted, "The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is an incredible smartphone. It might look like yet another Galaxy device, but its titanium chassis and powerful processor make this a durable gaming phone that can outrace the best of them."

The Galaxy S24 Plus also impressed us. Mark Knapp wrote in his review, "The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is the best Android phone you can buy right now, but at $1,299, it really needs to be. This is not only the fastest gaming phone you can buy today, but with its premium titanium chassis, it might just be the most durable. Samsung is sweetening the deal a bit by adding a huge variety of AI tools, but many of them will probably be forgotten after you've been using the phone for a while. Still, don't let that get you down: If you want a premium Android phone in 2024, it's hard to imagine getting anything else."

For more tech news from this month, visit our CES 2025 hub to see announcements like Nvidia's new graphics cards, Lenovo's latest handhelds, and other gaming tech highlights.

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