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Durability test gives a reality check for new Galaxy S25 Ultra camera rings

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera rings poped-out in a durability test

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes with new camera rings on top of the lenses, showing slight enhancements over the previous design, and durability gave it a hard time remaining in place.

YouTuber JerryRigEverything has demonstrated a new durability test on a new Galaxy S25 Ultra unit. He gave an all-round tour of the device including a scratch test on the titanium frame, revealing the difference in material used on the chassis and the volume buttons.

The S25 Ultra uses the Gorilla Armor 2, which is by far the toughest glass used in a Samsung flagship. With this, the screen withstanded intentional scratches at up to level 7. Speaking of which, the burn test also lasted 30 seconds before leaving an unrecoverable mark on the display.

Compared to last year’s Galaxy S24 Ultra, the new device has fewer optimizations including rounded corners and flat sides. This is a major shift compared to that note like finishing with sharp corners.

The rear side has a frosted panel and the key attraction to the camera resembles a change with larger camera rings made of metal.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera rings poped-out in a durability test

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Camera rings poped-out in a durability test (Source – JerryRigeverything/YouTube)

The test shows that the rings are placed on top of the camera structure or lens. The small space between these rings and the back panel can be seen in the close-up shots.

Thereafter, the tester put a small knife in between that cavity and applied some force to pull it out. After a few tries, camera rings popped out.

All of the cameras now have these rings and it suggests that Samsung has glued them on top of the lenses instead of embedding them in the design.

It is possible that the rings’ glue would wear out after two to three years and they would pop out automatically. Another thing to notice is that the rings won’t be removed with slight force, you will have to press them with sufficient power to do this.

Watch the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra durability test below.

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Samsung maintains leadership for 19 consecutive years in the Global TV Market

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Samsung has once again secured the top spot in the Global TV market, holding onto its position as the number one TV brand for 19 consecutive years. According to a global market research firm Omdia report, Samsung has a 28.3% share of the world’s TV market in 2024 to continue its leadership since 2006.

Samsung’s success comes from focusing on high-quality, premium products such as Neo QLED, OLED, ultra-large TVs, and lifestyle TVs. The company has also introduced AI-powered features to make TVs smarter and more personalized.

Moreover, Samsung has expanded its services with platforms like Samsung TV Plus and the Samsung Art Store. These platforms offer a wide range of entertainment and content to its customers.

In the premium TV market, Samsung is leading with TVs priced above $2,500, capturing nearly half of the market’s revenue, at 49.6% in 2024. The company also holds the top position in the ultra-large TV market, with TVs larger than 75 inches, where it has a 28.7% share.

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Samsung is also on top in the QLED TV market, with a 46.8% share. While in the growing OLED market, the company’s sales rose 42% from the previous year, capturing 27.3% of the market.

At the CES 2025 event, Samsung unveiled “Vision AI,” a new AI technology that helps TVs learn and adapt to what users want, offering a personalized and smarter viewing experience. In addition, Samsung plans to expand its art service, the Samsung Art Store, to more TV models, so customers can enjoy customized art displays on their screens.

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With its focus on innovation and premium products, Samsung has remained the leader in the Global TV market for 19 consecutive years and looks to continue its success for many more years.

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These One UI 7 rumors damaging Samsung’s reputation more than anything, there’s only one way out

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Right now, there’s a lot of buzz about Samsung’s One UI 7, but it’s turned into a problem. The internet is full of guesses and rumors about when the most-awaited software update will come out. This has led to misinformation spreading quickly, which is really hurting Samsung’s reputation in ways that are tough to measure.

The real problem isn’t that One UI 7 is delayed—it’s how wrong information is spreading. People with no real authority or connection to Samsung are posting on social media and forums, claiming they know when One UI 7 will come out. These rumors aren’t true, but they trick Samsung users into expecting the update too soon.

When the (rumored) promised dates pass and nothing happens, fans get upset fast. They don’t realize Samsung never made those promises, so they blame the company anyway. This has left a lot of users disappointed and annoyed, thinking Samsung let them down when the company didn’t even set those false promises.

Adding fuel to the fire, the Galaxy smartphone owners are now comparing Samsung’s software update rollout with the competitors. Apple and Google have released iOS 18 and Android 15 quickly, making Samsung’s approach look too slow. This makes people not only impatient but also question if Samsung cares about updating their phones on time.

The fix for all this misinformation and the damage to Samsung’s name is simple but not used enough: Samsung needs to tell everyone when One UI 7 is coming out. Staying silent has only increased the rumors from unofficial sources. By providing clear and official communication, Samsung can stop these rumors, set real hopes, and end the guessing.

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It’s more than just sharing a release date; it’s about showing that the company cares for its users by controlling its rollout plans, not the rumor or some attention seekers. Being clear would not just calm things down but also make people trust Samsung’s software update process again.

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The wild spread of baseless rumors about when One UI 7 will come out has hurt Samsung’s good name more than any real delay would. The only fix is for Samsung to act first.

By sharing an official timeline, Samsung can control the news, save its reputation, and show it cares about being clear and trusted. If the company doesn’t share the official timeline, Samsung’s image will keep getting worse because of rumors they could stop.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: Everything You Need to Know – Price, Specs, and Release Date

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The newest addition to Samsung’s Galaxy lineup, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, is the reason for excitement among the tech community. It is expected to offer an impressive combination of style and performance. Here’s a comprehensive look at what we know so far, combining officially confirmed details with the latest rumors.

Design and Display

The Galaxy S25 Edge is rumored to feature a sleek, ultra-thin design, setting it apart from its S25 series siblings. Leaks suggest it might measure around 5.84mm in thickness, making it one of the slimmest flagships out there. It’s expected to sport a 6.7 to 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth visuals.

Performance

Under the hood, the Galaxy S25 Edge is said to be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy, the same chipset found in the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This will ensure top-notch performance, with 12GB of RAM supporting multitasking and heavy applications. Despite its thin design, there’s talk of adding vapor chamber cooling to manage heat during intense use.

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Camera Setup

You will be happy to know the camera is great, even though the phone is very slim. The device is rumored to come with a dual-camera setup at the back, featuring a 200MP main sensor and a 50MP ultra-wide lens. It might not have the zoom lens like the S25 Ultra.

Battery and Charging

Battery life is always a concern with slim devices, and the S25 Edge is expected to feature a 3,900mAh battery. The device is rumored to support 25W wired charging.

Software

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The S25 Edge will likely run on Android 15 with Samsung’s One UI 7. Like the S25 trio, the device will support up to 7 years of software support.

Price and Release Date

Pricing for the S25 Edge is rumored to be around $1099, setting it between the Galaxy S25+ and the S25 Ultra in terms of cost. As for the release, rumors suggest a launch sometime in Q2 2025, although no official dates have been confirmed yet.

Comparison with Galaxy S25 Ultra

  • Design: The S25 Edge is very slim but might not have as big a battery.
  • Camera: The Edge has good cameras but doesn’t have as many types of lenses as the Ultra.
  • Performance: Both phones use the same chip, but the Edge might not cool as well because it’s thin.
  • Price: The Edge should cost less than the Ultra, giving you top features for a bit less money.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge might change how we see flagship devices with its very thin look and great features. If the rumors are right, it will be a good pick for people who care about how a phone looks and how well it works. But we need to wait for Samsung to say what’s true.

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Galaxy S25 Seamless Updates vs Galaxy S24 Traditional Updates – Samsung Fixes Long Reboots

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Comparing the software update experience between Samsung’s Galaxy S24 and Galaxy S25 series highlights a significant shift thanks to the introduction of Seamless Updates in the latest Galaxy S25 series smartphones.

Samsung has started releasing the first firmware update for the Galaxy S25 series. The installation experience is indeed improved thanks to Seamless Updates, which offers a less intrusive and more convenient update experience.

The new solution, which debuted in the Galaxy S25 series, also minimizes disruption to daily use compared to the traditional method. It also includes an additional safety net that will save your device from software failures during installation.

Here’s how they differ:

Galaxy S24 Series (Without Seamless Updates)

Here’s how the traditional updates method usually function:

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  • Updates require a full system reboot where your phone is essentially offline and unusable during the installation.
  • You download the update, and then the phone restarts to apply it, leaving you waiting without access for several minutes, depending on the update size.
  • If something goes wrong mid-update, you might need to manually intervene or start the process over.

Note: Galaxy S24 series and devices launched earlier retain the traditional updates feature.

Galaxy S25 Series (With Seamless Updates)

Here’s how the Seamless Updates intend to function:

  • Seamless Updates make the process much smoother. The new software is downloaded and installed in the background while you continue using your phone.
  • Once the update is ready, you’re simply prompted to restart your device, which then quickly boots into the updated system.
  • This means less downtime; you only need to wait for a quick reboot rather than the entire installation process.
  • If the update fails, you can revert to the previous version easily since the update is installed on a separate partition.

Note: Samsung introduced Seamless Updates with Galaxy S25 series, which would expand even further with future launches.

How’s Your Experience?

Seamless Updates has many benefits over the traditional installation method. However, individual preferences must be sought to find out whether Galaxy users really like it or not.

So this was a theoretical comparison of the Traditional and Seamless update methods. Do you think it’s a game-changer or has the installation become a headache?

Share your real-world experience with Samsung Community on X, here.

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Samsung One UI this week: Galaxy S25 gets a new One UI 7 update, S24 awaits beta 4, One UI 8 release, and lots of rumors

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With new updates and rumors, Samsung’s One UI has been in the spotlight this week. If you own a Galaxy device, there’s plenty to know: the Galaxy S25 series is getting a new One UI 7 update, the Galaxy S24 will receive a fourth One UI 7 beta, details about the One UI 8 release are out, and there’s a lot of talk about when older devices will get these updates. Let’s dive into the details.

Samsung Galaxy S25’s One UI 7 Update: What’s New?

The Galaxy S25 series, launched in January 2025, came pre-installed with One UI 7 based on Android 15. This week, Samsung rolled out its first update for the S25 lineup. It doesn’t bring anything special but this update brings some welcome tweaks.

It includes the February 2025 security patch, while the recently launched Galaxy S-series device was previously running the December 2024 patch.

Samsung One UI 7 Beta 4 Confirmed for Galaxy S24:

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While S25 owners enjoy their updates, Galaxy S24 users are still waiting for the stable One UI 7 release. This week, Samsung surprised everyone by confirming a 4th beta update for the S24 series. As per confirmation from the Samsung Moderator, the update is coming next month.

Some Galaxy S24 users are frustrated because Samsung recently updated these devices with the February security patch, suggesting no big update is coming soon. The wait continues, and it seems Samsung is taking extra care to perfect things before the official release.

$110 Samsung phone running One UI 7:

Samsung Galaxy F06 is launched with Android 15-based One UI 7 pre-installed. The phone is available in India for the price of $110.

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Rumors:

This week brought some surprising rumors that sparked big discussions on social media. The rumors are:

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One UI 8:

Ice Universe, a reliable tipster, recently shared that Samsung’s One UI 8, based on Android 16, might arrive sooner than expected, possibly in Q3 2025. Despite delays with One UI 7, which is still in beta testing for the Galaxy S24 series, Samsung seems to be fast-tracking One UI 8 development, based on ongoing rumors.

This aligns with Google’s plan to release Android 16 in Q2 2025, potentially allowing Samsung to shorten the usual update timeline.

Delayed One UI 7 Rollout for Galaxy S24 and Beyond:

A new rumor suggests the stable One UI 7 update for the S24 series might not arrive until late April or even May 2025. In addition, Samsung could release up to six betas, with Beta 5 in March and Beta 6 in April, pushing the stable release further out.

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Another rumor suggests Samsung may skip One UI 7.1 due to significant delays in rolling out One UI 7.0, which is still in beta for the Galaxy S24 series and not expected to stabilize until April or May 2025, possibly alongside the Galaxy S25 Edge launch. This delay has reportedly led Samsung to abandon One UI 7.1 and 7.1.1, opting instead for One UI 7.0.1 for upcoming foldables like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Z Fold 7.

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