Samsung’s Q1 earnings press release sheds light on its future products. The company has also revealed details on upcoming products during the conference. Samsung hinted at the Galaxy Watch 8 with design tweaks and the Tab S11 with enhanced AI.

Product roadmap shared by Bryan Ma shows that Samsung plans to launch a redesigned Galaxy Watch 8 this year, and an AI-focused Galaxy Tab S11 series.

As usual, new Galaxy Watch and Galaxy Tab models will launch this year as well. We expect the new tablets by the end of the year, while the new smartwatches will be introduced around July.

Samsung’s product roadmap referenced “a new Galaxy Watch with an innovative design and enhanced health-related features,” which hints at subtle design tweaks and enhanced health features.

This year, Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic. The Classic model may replace the Watch Ultra this year, and we may see the Ultra 2 next year.

The company has also confirmed the launch of the Galaxy S25 Edge this quarter. The 2025 foldables will introduce a differentiated AI user experience, and XR products are also incoming.

Samsung confirms Galaxy S25 Edge launch; hypes next-gen AI on 2025 foldables, Galaxy Watch 8 and XR

Samsung praised the Galaxy S25 series’ strong sales, which boosted Q1 revenue at the quarterly earnings call. Samsung also discussed plans, including the Galaxy S25 Edge, 2025 foldables, Galaxy Watch, next-gen AI, and an XR device.

The company’s focus on AI-driven devices and ecosystem expansion signals an ambitious 2025. From the Galaxy S25 Edge to the Z7 series foldables, Galaxy Watch 8, and XR, Samsung is poised to lead in innovation this year.

The MX Business aims to maintain strong flagship sales in Q2 2025 with the Galaxy S25 Edge launch. This move counters weaker seasonal demand, building on the S25 line’s success with enhanced Galaxy AI capabilities.

In the second half (July 2025), the South Korean tech giant will strengthen its foldable smartphone lineup. The focus will be on delivering a differentiated AI user experience, making devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 stand out.

Samsung will also introduce new ecosystem products, including the Galaxy Watch 8. Expect advanced AI and health monitoring features, like potential blood glucose tracking, more power-efficient displays, and enhancements to the user experience.

In addition, the company is exploring new segments with an XR device, set for a 2025 launch. Developed with Google and Qualcomm, it aims to integrate with the Galaxy ecosystem, boosting Samsung Health and connectivity.

Galaxy S25 boosted Samsung’s Q1

The Galaxy S25 series’ advanced AI features contributed to double-digit profitability. Lower component prices and improved cost management also played a key role, setting a solid foundation for future launches.

Galaxy phones, chips boost Samsung’s Q1 2025, but outlook remains cautious

Samsung Electronics started 2025 strong, with Galaxy S25 sales and premium chips driving record revenue in Q1. Yet, chip market hurdles and global trade concerns keep the company cautious about what lies ahead.

The company’s revenue reached KRW 79.14 trillion ($55.4 billion). Operating profit climbed to KRW 6.7 trillion, and net profit reached KRW 8.03 trillion, beating forecasts. Smartphones and R&D investments were key growth engines.

Key highlights

Samsung posted $55.4 billion in consolidated revenue, an all-time quarterly high, on the back of strong sales of flagship Galaxy S25 smartphones and high-value-added products.

Operating profit increased to KRW 6.7 trillion despite headwinds for the DS Division, which experienced a decrease in quarterly revenue.

MX and Networks Business

The Mobile eXperience (MX) and Networks businesses generated KRW 37 trillion in revenue and KRW 4.3 trillion in operating profit. The Galaxy S25, packed with Galaxy AI, delivered solid double-digit profits, helped by cost savings.

DS Division (Chips)

The Device Solutions (DS) Division, focused on chips, earned KRW 25.1 trillion in revenue and KRW 1.1 trillion in operating profit. Server DRAM and NAND sales grew, but HBM sales slipped due to export rules and HBM3E anticipation.

Samsung’s Q1 2025 shows its strength in phones and chips, but chip market issues and global uncertainties call for caution. With big R&D bets and AI-driven products, Samsung’s ready to grow if the outlook clears.

The Galaxy Z Flip8 and Fold8 may exclusively use the Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 chip, and Samsung apparently planning to ink a striking deal with Qualcomm to produce the “for Galaxy” chipset on its 2nm Foundry line.

According to SEDaily (via Jukanlosreve),  Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 for Galaxy, to be used in the Galaxy Z Flip8 and Fold8, may be produced at Samsung Foundry’s 2nm line. If it happens, Qualcomm would mark a return to Samsung after a 3-year TSMC exclusivity.

Samsung is expected to begin mass production at its 2nm process line later this year. Qualcomm is already delivering a tweaked variant “for Galaxy” to Samsung, and the manufacturing resort may also be switched this year for the next lineup.

Design work is expected to wrap up in Q2 this year, with mass production preparations starting thereafter, aiming for wafer input in Q1 next year.

Galaxy S26 might miss 2nm Samsung chip

As Samsung plans 2nm Snapdragon for H2 2026 devices, the Galaxy S26 series may end up using the 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 manufactured by TSMC. It will be a subtle upgrade over the Snapdragon 8 Elite with the same 3nm process.

Standard Snapdragon 8 Elite 2 is highly likely to be produced by TSMC using its 3nm process. If Samsung manages to secure the orders from Qualcomm, the next-gen Galaxy foldables may beat Apple and Android OEMs with a 2nm chip.

From Sammy Fans YouTube

In a surprising development, Samsung released the Stable One UI 7 update to the Galaxy S23 series in India. As per the official schedule, the device was slated to start getting the major firmware update in May this year.

Well, Samsung is in no mood to delay the One UI 7 expansion. The Android 15-based One UI 7 update is hitting the Galaxy S23 series in India, with Beta and non-Beta participants starting to get the update nationwide.

The Stable One UI 7 update (DYD9) weighs nearly 1 GB for those rocking Beta firmware. If you are on the One UI 6.1, the update size will be a little over 5 GB. To ensure a smooth installation, download the OTA over an unmetered connection.

One UI 7 update brings smooth system animations, a redesigned user interface with revamped Quick Settings and Notification Panel, enhanced Galaxy AI tools, and 71 new features; check the full list and brief details here.